Features

• Light and ultra-compact design for no-hassle portability
• Anti-reflective lens coating reduces glare
• Convenient center focus knob for easy, accurate focusing
• Built-in dioptric correction adjusts to individual eyesight
• Contemporary design

Amazon.com Product Description

Olympus designed their Pathfinder EXPS-1 10 x 42 binoculars to give you a powerful performance for most outdoor activities. The wide-angle view and the high-index Porro prisms let you capture fast moving objects, making them ideal for bird-watching, hiking, or wildlife observation. The rugged, rubberized body lets you grip the binoculars comfortably during extended viewing as well as giving you worry-free use when outside. The long 11mm eye relief gives you ease of use if you're wearing glasses, while the built-in dioptric correction adjusts to your individual eyesight.

A large center focus knob gives you fast, easy focusing--even while wearing gloves--making these binoculars ideal for spectator events, camping, bird-watching, and astronomy; the Porro prisms ensure that you get crisp, edge-to-edge images no matter what you're observing. Its multicoated 10x lenses give you high image brightness and contrast along with both quality and reflection control. ... Read more

Features

• Lens composition of 7 elements in 4 groups
• Long 11mm eye relief makes it easy to observe in glasses
• Rugged, rubberized body for a comfortable grip
• Porro Prisms ensure that you get crisp, edge-to-edge images
• Ideal for hiking, bird-watching, and wildlife observation

Features

• Wide-angle field of view
• Anti-reflective lens coating for better image brightness
• Large center focus knob for fast, easy focusing
• New rugged, high-quality finish with sure-grip rubber coating
• UV Protection for worry-free viewing

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Olympus's 7x21 binoculars are compact binoculars with a magnification of 7x. They deliver affordable, all-round, outdoor performance. At a mere 6.5 ounces and 6.5 by 3.5 by 3.6 inches, they are compact and light enough to tote bird watching, hiking, or traveling.They offer an antireflective lens coating for superb image brightness, contrast, and quality, as well as Porro prism construction for images that are sharp from edge to edge.Built-in dioptric correction adjusts to individual eyesight--a great benefit for users who wear prescription eyeglasses.This model comes in a stylish silver finish. ... Read more

Features

• 7x magnification
• Stylish silver finish
• Great portability and power for sporting events, hiking, or traveling
• Diopter adjustment of +/- 2 for eyeglass wearers
• Binoculars weigh just 6.5 ounces

Reviews (10)

Love these
I bought two pair of these and I love them. They are very clear. I wear glasses and have a difficult time seeing through binoculars but with these it is wonderful. Very lightweight too.

very light, quality made, great for viewing
i have to say that these binoculars are really spectacular to use because they are compact and light, and well made. i use these to view the sky, the clouds, and the planes that pass in the air(private jets, jumbo planes, or fighter jets. the focus is great. i highly recommend this product to anyone who likes to view animals , or see beautiful sites when in certain countries when visiting as a tourist (Poland, Mexico, etc.) or any other clean activity. nice!

Really cool!
At a reasonable price, this Olympus binoculor is really cool. It's small enough to bring with you for travl. A bag (for protection) comes with the package, which could be attach to your belt easily. And the optical effect is decent for its price.

I love it. Highly recommended.

I can only see through them with one eye at a time, too tiny
I had just bought an Olympus C-2040 digital camera (see my review) which I totally love, and I guess I got swept up in the Olympus thing, so I bought a set of these binoculars. After reading the reviews, I was convinced that these were the best way to go. When I received them, I was shocked, and felt a little stupid for not listening to the reviewer who mentioned that they were not for the wide eyed: I could only see through one lense at a time. If I lined my one eye up, the other one was completely out of the other eyepiece. By opening both eyes, I was looking at the painted body of the lense. My head is large, but I thought that it would be in the ballpark, and for the price, it was worth a little inconvenience, but this pair of binoculars is so small that it is IMPOSSIBLE for me to see through them with both eyes, even if I cut my view on both lenses in half. I can't do it that way either. As corny as this may sound, I just went up to the mirror, with a 12" ruler, and measured my eyes, and they are exactly 2 1/2" apart. That's center of eyeball to center of eyeball. These binoculars measure 1 1/4" closed, and only 1 1/2" fully open. That once again is center of eyepiece lense, to center of eyepiece lense. I can just see everybody reading this review, going to their mirrors, and taking a measurement. :-) Hey I am serious, those are the exact measurements. It's a shame, because these things are cool looking, and look crystal clear, as long as I see through them using one eye. Hope this helps.

Wonderful Compact Binos
We were looking for a compact pair of binos for a gift and read several positive reviews here, so we ordered two pair (one for us, since we enjoy birdwatching). I couldn't have been more pleasantly surprised by the exceptionally bright, vivid image and crisp detail provided by the optics. Very lightweight and compact, taking up little space if you have to pack them. The carry strap only attachs on one side, but that's a minor flaw. In all, this is a terrific pair of binos, one I highly recommend! ... Read more

Features

• Zoom capability of 7-15x
• Anti-reflective lens coating for better image brightness
• Large center focus knob for fast, easy focusing
• Built-in dioptric correction adjusts to individual eyesight
• Comfortable ergonomic grips

Features

• Porro-prism binoculars
• Compact, lightweight body for comfort and travel
• New non-slip rubber grips
• High-quality glass optics and anti-reflective lens coatings
• Center focus knob

Features

• Full multi-coating and UV coating
• Field of View: 342 ft. at 1000 yds.
• Ergonomically designed, rubber-coated body for convenient use anywhere
• High-index prisms ensure bright, crisp, edge-to-edge images
• Built-in dioptric correction adjusts to individual eyesight

Features

• Slim body and foldable design
• High-index BaK-4 roof prisms
• UV protection
• Center focus knob
• Built-in dioptric correction adjusts to each user's eyesight

Amazon.com Product Description

The Olympus 12x24 Sahara Binocular offers great resolution out-of-doors.This compact Porro prism binocular delivers 12x precision optics in a light,compact body that goes birding, sporting, or boating with ease. The Saharafeatures high-index BAK 4 prisms for bright, crisp images, a lightweight,ultracompact body for convenience, multicoated lenses with antireflectivecoating for better image brightness, contrast, and quality. Includes UVprotection to help defend against harmful light, and a large center focus knobfor fast and easy focusing. Vision sufferers enjoy a built-in dioptriccorrection that adjusts to individual eyesight, and adjustable rubber eyecupsthat twist up and down for comfortable viewing. Ideal for all-around outdooruse. ... Read more

Features

• High-index BAK 4 prisms
• Lightweight, ultracompact body
• Multicoated lenses with antireflective coating
• UV ray protection
• Large center focus knob

Reviews (1)

Excellent buy!
These binoculars are incredible. For the price advertised, you cannot get a better buy! They do all that top quality binoculars around that price will get. The lens are incredible, producing an unsurpassed clarity in all conditions, and the zoom is beyond powerful and accurate. ... Read more

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The Olympus 10-30X25 Tracker Zoom PC binocular has an impressive zoom,perfect for sports events, concerts, hiking, and sightseeing. Its high-poweredoptical system features ED lenses and an antiultraviolet lens element to producesharper, undistorted images while reducing harmful ultraviolet rays. Aconvenient center focus knob won't let you down during important viewingmoments. It has a comfortable design and attractive metallic silver finish. ... Read more

Features

• Multicoated extra-low dispersion lenses; antireflective, UV lens coatings
• 10x to 30x zoom
• Convenient center focus knob
• Built-in dioptric correction
• Ergonomic, comfortable rubber hand grip; metallic silver finish

Reviews (11)

Good Compact Zoom Binocular for Its Price
For its price, it's a very nice 10-30x25 zoom binocular. At 10X, clarity and brightness is not much diff. than comparable fixed mag. 10x binocular. At 30X, the distortion and brightness are comparable to low-end fixed mag. 30x binocular. To change zoom while maintain targeting, I have to learn to focus with my left hand while zoom with right. It's different than my other binoculars but I get used to it after some practices. The twist up/down eyecups are a bit of annoyance.
Note: Be realistic in what any 30x25 binocular can do for you. Don't expect it can be held steady nor track object at 30x.

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Bad zoom binoculars
When I decided to buy these they had a 3 star rating so I thought to myself, "How bad could they be?". My opinion? Worse than 3 stars.

I couldn't focus onto an image clearly at 10x zoom and at 30x it just gets worse. And even at 10x zoom, the field of view is very small so tracking an object can be difficult. If the sun isn't out and the day isn't clear, the image through the binoculars at full zoom is dim at best.

Olympus should have thought a little more before they released these. I'm going back to Canon optics.

not worth the money
If you think you can hold a compact set of binoculars with 30X magnification still enough to be of any value - you are wrong. Buy a fixed magnification pair of 7, 8 or 10 X and be happy. If you need more magnification, go to a full sized pair for greater image stability. Quality was poor. The plastic seemed cheap. The zoom was not smooth at all. I bought them and immediately returned them. I was very disappointed beacuse I am a loyal Olympus customer for compact 35 mm cameras and digital cameras. Thought the quality would carry over. I was wrong.

Great!
Really, I cannot figure out why this product has got such bad reviews. I have had mine for about a week and, honestly, I am impressed. I have two other binoculars and several cameras (including Olympus), so I am not totally green or new in the field. Of course, you cannot hold the Olympus Tracker Zoom totally steady when putting the zoom on 30x, and surely you cannot follow a bird when using 30X. And of course, you loose some sharpness and vivid colours putting the Olympus Tracker Zoom on 25-30x (you always do!), but still it is pretty good quality. And on 10-20x it is really sharp and vivid! And at a price of $99 I will give it 5 stars - without hesitation. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

You can take the weatherproof Olympus Outback binocular anywhere in any condition and still enjoy the great view. With an 8x magnification and an objective lens diameter of 25mm, faraway images will be in sharp detail with brilliant clarity. The multicoated lens shields dangerous UV rays from your eyes at all times of the day while maintaining maximum brightness, contrast, and reduced reflection in the image. The compact Outback can also be folded, and slips easily into a pocket for greater portability.

The center knob is in perfect placement for your fingers to comfortably adjust the focus. The built-in dioptric correction adjusts for individual eyesight so everyone can use the binocular to its full potential. The Outback also has eyecups that twist up and down, allowing each user to personalize the binocular to their comfort, while the long eye relief is a necessary feature for eyeglass wearers. ... Read more

Features

• 8x magnification and 25mm objective lens
• Made with weatherproof material
• Foldable design for increased portability
• UV ray protection
• Central focus knob and dioptric correction

Features

• 8x magnification and 24mm objective lens
• High-index prisms for a bright, crisp image
• Compact and lightweight for portability
• Twisting eyecups for personal comfort
• Central focus knob and dioptric correction

Reviews (1)

Blurry, slow, & unstable
Here is what you get: the scope (actually it is a digital video cam that is powered with a USB port) & a software.
If you are like me who bought this one, after viewing all the great pictures on the Olympus mic-d gallery website, then here is what you actually get.
1- NONE of those pictures can be taken with mic-d without extensive time wasted trying to get it in focus, plenty of time in Photoshop, and may be a couple of other imaging softwares.
2- This image is a low resolution (600 X 400 pix.)and of bad quality even for an e-mail.
3- The worst part is the software, sometimes you get half-picture clear, the other half is fuzzy or missing and no way to solve this issue unless you disconnect it from the USB port and start it again. VERY bad software and for those who do know how bad Olympus softwares are, try the ones that come with their digital cameras!!
4- The whole thing is not user friendly and takes plenty of time to focus and zoom in. By the way the +200x zoom is a digital zoom not optical, this is important to know.

In short, this first generation Mic-D is not worth the money you will spend on it, so please ignore it to save your self the trouble of returning it, & I guarantee that you will. Put your money in a decent digital SLR camera like Nikon or Canon Rebel, then buy a microscope camera adapter for it. Microscopes are cheap, less than $200 for a good one that you can fit with an adapter and your own digital camera.
If you can't wait and still interested, go to B&H photography website and you will get it for the same price as amazon. Good luck focusing. ... Read more

Amazon.com Product Description

With the Olympus 10x25 Wideview Binocular you get style as well asquality in the first compact wide-angle binoculars to hit the marketplace.Coated with a metallic-silver finish and touches of black, these new Porro prismbinoculars come equipped with user-friendly features for great indoor andoutdoor adventures.

The Olympus 10x25 Wideview Binoculars have a wide, 70-degree field of view that lets you see more of what's happening around you, alsoallowing you to watch fast-moving objects more easily than ever. Additionalfeatures include eyecups that slide up and down for eye relief adjustment andecological lead-free glass lenses. The built-in dioptric correction adjusts toindividual eyesight. All of this makes the 10x25 Wideview great for hiking,sporting, nature watching, or entertainment events. ... Read more

Features

• Wide-angle field of view for fast-moving subjects
• Stylish, ergonomic design with metallic-silver finish and rubber grips
• UV-ray protection for worry-free viewing
• Multicoated lenses and aspherical lens elements for minimal distortion
• High-index BAK 4 prisms for edge-to-edge clarity and brightness

Reviews (4)

Live and Learn
Well, you live and learn. These binoculars are ergonomic, look great and will perform well in bright light. However, out in the woods at dusk, the image just isn't bright enough.

Binoculars all advertise a strange-looking formula, such as 7x35, 8x40 or 10x45. This formula is one of the key elements in judging a particular binocular, but few of us understand how to do so.

Most of us know that the first number in the formula is the magnification power, such as 7, 8 or 10. Something 1000 yards away looks as if it were only 100 yards away when viewed through a 10-power magnification. However, the amount of magnification is not an indicator of how good a binocular is. You pick the magnification based on your needs, keeping in mind that the higher the magnification, the more shake will appear in the image. The use of magnifications greater than 10 or so often requires a tripod for a steady image.

And, of course, the second number in the formula is the diameter of the objective lens in millimeters. The size of the objective lens controls the image received -- how much light is gathered. Also, larger objective lenses generally offer larger fields of view, or the width of the image that you see at a given distance, for example 350 feet at 1000 yards.

But it turns out that these two numbers can be used to calculate a third--and very important--one: the exit pupil diameter. The exit pupil diameter influences the brightness of the image that is transmitted to the eyes. All other things being equal, larger is better, especially in low light. In bright light, the viewer's pupils contract, making the size of the binocular's exit pupil less important. In these conditions, the brightness of the image is limited more by the size of the viewer's pupils. But in low-light situations, such as at dawn or dusk and in areas of heavy tree cover, the size of the exit pupil is very important.

The diameter of the exit pupil in millimeters can be calculated by the formula: D / P, where D is the diameter of the objective lens and P is the magnification power.

So a 10x25 binocular has an exit pupil of only 2.5mm, while a 10x50 binocular has an exit pupil of 5mm. This means that several times more light is passed to the eye with the latter than with the former. (Although the 10x50s will tend to be larger and heavier)

Keep in mind that there are additional variables that play a role, such as optical quality, coatings and prism type. With all other things being equal--say between a Tasco 7x42 and a Leica 7x42--the better quality binoculars will out-perform the lower quality ones. -- Scott Loban

Excellent small binoculars
Very nice portable/compact binoculars. Very high quality given the necessary tradeoffs between price of the lens/prism system and the size of the overall unit. I have had very bad experiences with other "compact" binoculars in the past. Either they seem to have bad optics, a narrow field of view, a high price tag, or all of the above. But this Olympus has really made a believer out of me.

The most important things I appreciate about these binocs are:

1. that they have a wide field of view (72 deg), which is useful in framing your subject and in compensating for the minor hand jitter attendant in a 10x mag binoc;

2. that they are reasonably small, portable and durable (they were effortless to carry with me when I went India earlier in the year, and very useful for spotting and identifying the birds wheeling over the city, and I didn't feel like the binocs were too fragile/expensive to carry around with me);

3. the field of view is flat and well-focused from edge to edge.

Additionally, it is worth mentioning that the tradeoff made in these binocs for optic quality versus total size (i.e. they are not among the smallest of the 'compact' binocs out there) was a good one. The bottom line is that you want the binocs to be small, but not to the extent that the image is poor. The porro prism design of this Olympus model adds a little bit of size to the binocs, but in return you get better optics. I have experienced many problems with other "compact" binocs in the inexpensive (<$) price range because of the common use of cheap roof prism systems. Convergence problems sometimes manifest themselves in roof prism binocs; recognizable as vertical misalignment of the left and right eye images. This causes eyestrain. This Olympus model gives me a very clear image across the entire field of view with no convergence problems whatsoever.

Love it
Binoculars are great for concerts and the outdoors.

Fantastic
Binoculars are great for concerts and outdoors ... Read more