Canon (12x36) IS II Binocular Reviews

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My previous binoculars, which were used while boating, were Canon IS 10x30. I found them very useful in detecting markings on the waterways. from Amazon.com I have used a pair of Cannon 15x50 IS binoculars for about 2-3 years in my job doing environmental field work. Most of the work is performed surveying lake and river shorelines from a 14ft boat with an outboard motor running. from Amazon.com The Canon IS 12x36 binoculars take binocular viewing to a wholly different plane. Image improvement is similar to viewing HDTV vrs old analog TV. from Amazon.com Most of the reviews I see for IS binoculars are by and for plane spotters and other non-birders, so I wanted to add the wildlife viewing perspective to the mix. I have owned 2 different pairs of the 12x Cannon IS Binoculars, one pair of the 15x Cannon IS binos and I have tested the 10x42 L series (high-end, geared towards birders). from Amazon.com amazingly wide and clear view. Looks even brighter than real life. But the magic begins when you push the IS button; You will undestand the fun and the NECESSITY of it. Even if you rapidly shake on purpose your hands, the imagine remains stable, fixed on the image. from Amazon.com I could clearly see the nebulae, not because it was highly magnified, but because my eyes had a chance to focus and process the image. Thoroughly impressed, I walked over to my wife and told her of the experience. A few weeks later, we had a pair of 12x36 Canons, and were counting the moons of Jupiter. My wife wanted her own pair so we would not have to readjust them when sharing. from Amazon.com Canon 12x36 Image Stabilization II Binoculars w/Case, Neck Strap & Batteries Great binoculars. The clarity and easy stabilizing make it very enjoyable. from Amazon.com I've had these for four years now, and they are the simply great. There is a slight color distortion, but less than I have seen even in other (high end) binoculars. The image stabilization? from Amazon.com It would have been sharp, but too shaky to read. Details on wildlife are totally distinct, it's almost like the binocs are on a tripod. It really is astounding, everyone that tries them is knocked out. A couple other points: The brightness is completely fine in my book - I have had absolutely no issues in that regard, even at night. from Amazon.com Canon's 12x36 IS II Binoculars are well worth the investment. After lugging around an old 12x50 non-IS for 20 years, the Canon is lighter, brighter, better balanced and better contoured. from Amazon.com

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Max Magnification: 12x, Without Zoom, Multi-Coated Lenses, Center Focus, Without Tripod Adapter

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Released	over 3 years ago
Max Magnification	12 x 12x
Lens Coating	Multi-Coated
Diopter Adjustable	With Diopter Adjustable
Focus Type	Center
Binoculars Type	Binocular
Depth	6.9 in.
Exit Pupil (mm)	3
Field of View	287 ft @ 1000 yds
Height	2.8 in.
MPN	d76-0021
Near Focusing Distance	19.7 ft
Night Vision	Without Night Vision
Tripod Adapter	Without Tripod Adapter
UPC	082966301209
Waterproof	With Waterproof
Weight	23.3 oz 23.3 oz.
Width	5 in.
Zoom	Without Zoom

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