The Pentax PF-80ED is a new concept in premium quality spotting scopes. Engineered to meet the needs of the avid wildlife viewer, this scope incorporates ED glass elements, porro-prism optics and a nitrogen-filled (JIS Class 6) waterproof body producing outstanding brightness, clarity and resolution even under demanding conditions. Add in that the PF-80ED utilizes Pentax telescope eyepieces renowned for their sharpness, field of view, contrast and freedom from aberration, and you have a world class-viewing instrument.
This is for the body only - eyepieces and tripod are sold separately.
The Features
The Pentax PF-80ED is housed in an exceptionally lightweight magnesium-alloy body.
Incorporating Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass elements for optimum optical resolution.
Large 80mm objective lenses for bright viewing under all light conditions.
The body of the PF-80ED incorporates the American standard 1 1/4-inch (31.7mm) - diameter eyepiece receptacle, which accepts not only the optional Pentax XL eyepieces, but also other telescope manufacturers' eyepieces on the market.
The receptacle has a special "O" ring assembly, which allows the body of the scope to be filled with nitrogen, making it fog-proof and JIS Class 6 waterproof.
A built-in lens shade cuts excessive light and helps to prevent rain and other weather elements from interfering with viewing.
An extra wide focusing knob is incorporated for effortless focusing.
A tripod socket with a click-stop rotation mechanism is available to allow for different viewing angle options.
Famous Pentax Super-Multi-Coating maximizes light transmission, clarity and contrast.
An extendable eyecup allows variable adjustment for up to a full 20mm of eye relief, allowing those wearing eyeglasses the same view as non-eyeglass wearers.
Equipped with a durable rubber housing to protect against shock and damage.
The PF-80ED comes with a limited lifetime warranty.
The PF-80ED accepts PENTAX XL Telescope Eyepieces: XL28 (18X), XL21 (24X), XL14 (36X), XL10.5 (48X), XL7 (72X) and the 20X-60X Zoom Eyepiece.
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