Ricoh announces Pentax Jupiter series of binoculars
Ricoh Imaging Americas Corp. announced the PENTAX JUPITER series of porro-prism binoculars. The four models in the new series feature large-aperture objective lenses, with a choice of magnifications ranging from 8x to 16x.
The PENTAX JUPITER series binoculars are designed for comfortable viewing, even for first-time binocular users. The series includes models with magnifications of 8×40, 10×50, 12×50 and 16×50. Each incorporates a large objective lens with an aperture of more than 40 millimeters. The optical element has been treated with a multi-coating process to minimize unwanted reflection of light, delivering a well-defined subject image, free of flare and ghost images.
The binoculars have also been designed to be simple to use and comfortable to hold, with an easy-to-access focus ring and an exterior rubber coating that helps to ensure a secure grip on the body and minimize the possibility of slippage.
The PENTAX JUPITER series is compatible with the optional and currently available TP-3 tripod adapter for use with a tripod.
Pricing and Availability
The PENTAX JUPITER series binoculars will be available in April 2022, with the following manufacturer’s suggested retail pricing: JUPITER 8×40 – $89.00, JUPITER 10×50 – $99.00, JUPITER 12×50 – $109.00; JUPITER 16×50 – $119.00.
Feature\Model |
JUPITER |
JUPITER |
JUPITER |
JUPITER |
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Magnification |
8× |
10× |
12× |
16× |
|
Objective lens diameter |
40mm |
50mm |
50mm |
50mm |
|
Real field of view |
8.2° |
6.5° |
5.6° |
3.5° |
|
Field of view at 1000m |
143m |
114m |
98m |
61m |
|
Exit pupil |
5.0mm |
5.0mm |
4.2mm |
3.1mm |
|
Eye relief |
13mm |
13mm |
11mm |
13mm |
|
Relative brightness |
25.0 |
25.0 |
17.6 |
9.6 |
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Minimum Focusing Distance: m (ft.) |
6m |
9m |
9m |
10.3m |
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Dimensions |
Height: mm (in.) |
132mm |
167mm |
162mm |
167mm |
Width: mm (in.) |
188mm |
199mm |
199mm |
199mm |
|
Depth: mm (in.) |
58mm |
66mm |
66mm |
66mm |
|
Weight: g (oz.) |
735g |
870g |
860g |
885g |
|
Included Accessories |
Case, Neck Strap, Eyepiece lens cap, Objective lens cap |