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Kite Optics APC Stabilized 12x42mm Roof Prism Binocular
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Most Helpful Positive Review
binoculars are unbelieveable -shipping was awful
I bought these things and was skeptical but it is like watching 4k tv! The image is sharp and bright and doesn't move. I highly endorse.
2 day shipping was advertised and I got them a WEEK later by USPS. You would think that if you spend over a grand on binos that they would be here by a preferred method of shipping. I guess someone in the accounting department said you need to economize on shipping. Why would anyone deal with the USPS unless they had to? Come on guys-you can do better than that.
Image Stabilization with great features
The Kite APC 12x42 image stabilized binoculars provides a rock steady and very sharp view. I wear glasses and I appreciate the 17mm of eye relief. The binoculars are relatively light in weight and they fit nice in my hands.
The binoculars come with covers for both the ocular lenses and the objective lenses. If you purchase an optional silicone protective binocular jacket available from Kite, they will give you a wider objective lens cover to accommodate the additional silicone cover layer. The jackets come in a variety of colors. While the jackets add a layer of protection, they seem to be more slippery in texture than the standard rubberized layer of the binoculars without the optional jacket.
Other reviewers have noted that image stabilization allows you to see more detail in the area you are viewing and I agree. Furthermore, tracking moving objects gives them an almost film-like quality.
On the APC function, one of my uses for the binoculars will be in an aircraft. I found that looking down does not switch the image stabilization off until the binoculars are completely 90 degrees down - that is a good thing for aviation use.
Note for nighttime astronomy viewing and other use at night: the green light that indicates image stabilization is on may interfere with maintaining night vision. Put your finger over the light or tape on a cover over the light for nighttime use.
I purchased the vortex glasspak sport chest binocular case to use with the binoculars. The glasspak ch...
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The binoculars come with covers for both the ocular lenses and the objective lenses. If you purchase an optional silicone protective binocular jacket available from Kite, they will give you a wider objective lens cover to accommodate the additional silicone cover layer. The jackets come in a variety of colors. While the jackets add a layer of protection, they seem to be more slippery in texture than the standard rubberized layer of the binoculars without the optional jacket.
Other reviewers have noted that image stabilization allows you to see more detail in the area you are viewing and I agree. Furthermore, tracking moving objects gives them an almost film-like quality.
On the APC function, one of my uses for the binoculars will be in an aircraft. I found that looking down does not switch the image stabilization off until the binoculars are completely 90 degrees down - that is a good thing for aviation use.
Note for nighttime astronomy viewing and other use at night: the green light that indicates image stabilization is on may interfere with maintaining night vision. Put your finger over the light or tape on a cover over the light for nighttime use.
I purchased the vortex glasspak sport chest binocular case to use with the binoculars. The glasspak ch...
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Pros:
- None
Cons:
- costly but worth it
Would recommend: Yes
Game changer!
These are a great upgrade from any non-stabilized binoculars. They are just as light and compact, but I can use them without worrying about stability. I can even scan while in a moving vehicle.
Pros:
- light
- Stability
Cons:
- None
Best Used for:
- hunting
Would recommend: Yes
Excellent Choice for Bird Watching
Before buying the Kite 12x42 binoculars, I tried the Canon IS binos but found them too heavy and lacking in image stabilization. I chose the Kite ones and couldn't be happier. They have excellent ergonomics and their image stabilization is far superior to the Canon models. These are fantastic binoculars for birding and wildlife viewing. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for image-stabilized binoculars. Adam
Pros:
- ergonomic
- Stabilization
Cons:
- None
Best Used for:
- Wildlife watching
Would recommend: Yes
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