Product Description
Fujinon Mariner XL 7x50 WP Marine Individual Focus Porro Prism Binoculars w/ Compass 7107751
| Price: | $209.49 |
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Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #4505 in Camera & Photo
- Brand: Fujinon
- Model: 7107751
- Dimensions: 2.60 pounds
Features
- Only 31 ounces (up to 33% lighter than other waterproof binoculars)
- 100% waterproof and they float!
- Maximum brightness-fully coated optic
- Extra long 18mm eye relief plus foldback rubber eyecups
- High strength, impact resistant polycarbonate housings
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
17 of 21 people found the following review helpful.
By M. Owens
The name "mariner" in the product title would suggest that these binoculars are suitable for marine navigation, especially since they have an integrated digital compass. However, I knew I was in for trouble when I opened the box and read the instruction manual, which listed the accuracy of the compass at plus/minus 5 deg. An error of 5 deg. in marine coastal navigation could place you miles off course, and after comparing the binoculars to a hand-bearing compass and a GPS, I found that the error was actually closer to 7 deg. So, if you want a pretty good pair of binoculars with a novelty compass for fun, then these would be fine for you. If you plan to use them for navigation purposes, they are unusable.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful.
By D. Woods
These binoculars don't appear to be built quite as heavy-duty as some of Fujinon's other (more costly) models, so I think they would need to be handled with some degree of care. And, I'm not real partial to the individual eye focus controls, but this type of focus setup is very common on most Fujinon models (I'm sure I'll survive that little inconvenience). But, they still have the great, high quality, optics that Fujinon is so well known for. The compass is nice for anyone who wants to have one handy (or for those people who need one), and it seems to be quite accurate (at least my compass is). I haven't found any real need (for me personally) for the reticle (just yet), but I can see where it might be very handy for other applications. The large exit pupil size (7.1mm) makes these binoculars great for use in darker conditions, and they give some stunning views of the night sky (lots of stars!). It also has a tripod mount, so with an adapter & a tripod, a person is ready for longer periods of comfortable viewing, as well as having a steady view. I'm very happy with my set!
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.
By Romeo Dog
The view is sharp out to about two-thirds of the field of view, which is about average for binoculars of this price. The seven degree true field of view is also standard for 7x50 binoculars. This translates to an apparent field of view of 49 degrees, which is again average, but certainly not wide-angle. The rangefinder reticle is sharply defined in the view and easy to use. The best feature of these binoculars is the built-in compass. The degree numbers and markers are very large and easily read at the bottom of the field of view. The compass has a slow, even swing when the binoculars are turned, and, at least from my viewing site, the magnetic compass appears accurate. Furthermore, the compass is well-lighted in normal daylight. If you insert the two batteries as directed, a push of the light button gives the compass card a dull red glow for easy reading at night or in darkened conditions. Some may find the supplied floating neck strap irritating as it is a little cumbersome. The one-piece rain guard fits well and tight over the eyepieces and the attached lens covers likewise fit tight over the objective lenses. The individually focused eyepieces focus smoothly. The polycarbonate body is lighter than expected for this size binocular but appears sturdy.
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