The Vanguard 8x36 Spirit ED Binocular is a light roof prism model with ED glass lenses that are fully multicoated. The rubber armored housing comes in at an impressive ~1.3 lb, but doesn't skimp at all upon the optics. This is the choice for someone who values low weight and high optical quality over a more metal-based housing which weighs more but can be knocked around a bit.
Unlike a hunter's binocular, Vanguard has given the Spirit multicoatings which target the green color spectrum, for enhanced nature observation. The waterproof and fogproof Spirit has moisture-dispersing external coatings which help to shed precipitation quickly.
As an 8x36 model, this rather compact Spirit binocular provides a comfortable combination of 8x magnification, 7° field of view and 17mm of eye relief. It makes keeping a subject in the center of the binocular rather easy, and is a good choice for sporting events as well because of its pronounced depth of field.
- Fully multicoated ED glass lenses with Emerald coatings to render full spectrum of color within green tones (essential for nature observation)
- HydroGuard external hydrophobic coating upon objectives allows easier cleaning, dust/dirt resistance, and better observation in wet weather conditions
- V-Max Silver coating upon P2 phase-coated BaK4 prisms for high reflectivity
- Twist-up eyecups simplify sharing unit
- Rubber-armored light weight housing
| Roof | |
| Magnification | 8x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 36mm |
| Angle of View | 7.0° (actual) |
| Field-of-View | 367.5' @ 1000 yd / 122.0 m @ 1000 m |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 52.832' / 20.8 m |
| Exit Pupil Diameter | 4.5 mm |
| Eye Relief | 17 mm |
| Interpupillary Adjustment | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Dioptric Correction | Not specified by manufacturer |
| Focus Type | Center |
| Tripod Mount | Yes |
| Dimensions | 4.7 x 4.9" / 11.94 x 12.45 cm |
| Weight | 1.27 lb / 576.06 g |
| Packaging Info | |
|---|---|
| Package Weight | 1.9 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) | 8.0 x 7.0 x 3.0" |
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