Pentax Binoculars

The Pentax Binocular Range

Pentax offer a wide range of binoculars and with many years of experience as a world leading optical instrument manufacturer, Pentax feature a good selection of high and medium quality binoculars with a variety of optics, magnifications and styles.

They have both roof and porro prism designs. From the excellent top of the range Pentax DCF ED binoculars that feature extra low-dispersion, ED glass to the wide range of compact Pentax binoculars, that are good quality take anywhere binoculars.

Marine binoculars come in the form of their PCF WP II Series, these full sized waterproof porro prism binoculars are ideal for use on and around the water, as well as for observations in harsh weather and extreme climates.

Popular Pentax Ranges:

• Pentax DCF ED Binoculars
• Pentax DCF BC Binoculars
• Pentax DCF LV Binoculars
• Pentax DCF XP Binoculars
• Pentax DCF SP Binoculars
• Pentax DCF HRc Binoculars
• Pentax UCF R Binoculars
• Pentax Papilio Binoculars

Pentax DCF ED Binoculars

The top of the range Pentax DCF ED binoculars combine Extra Low Dispersion glass elements with full reflection and phase coated prisms, hybrid aspherical lens elements and fully multi coated optics. Built to last with JIS Class 6 waterproof construction, DCF ED binoculars feature a durable magnesium alloy body and a hard coating to protect exposed lens elements.

Sizes Available:

• 10x50 mm
• 10x43 mm
• 8x43 mm
• 8x32 mm

Price Range
Depending on the model, they range in price from about $800 - $1200 (£350 - £900) and as such they are competing with other high end binoculars, but remain cheaper than the very popular Swarovski EL's (view and compare all Top of the Range Binoculars that I have reviewed).

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Pentax DCF BC Binoculars

There is currently only one model in this series, the Pentax DCF BC 9x32 which has an ergonomic open bridge body and has been described by Pentax as a "gap-filler"

This is because it has cut straight through the middle of tradition with 9x magnification and is therfore aimed at people who are looking for more power than an 8x binocular, but also want a wider field of view than what you get with most mid-sized 10x binoculars in their price range.

Quality optics include smc-fully coated lenses, phase correction and silver-evaporated coatings on the BaK4 prism. The tough polycarbonate housing weighs only 500 grams is fully water anf fogproof and comes with 5-stop, helicoid eyecups.

Read My Full review of the Pentax 9x32 DCF BC Binoculars

Sizes Available:

• 9x32

Price Range
At around $250 (£300), I would say that the Pentax DCF BC 9x32 makes really good value for money.

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Pentax DCF LV Binoculars

There is currently only one model in the DCV LV series, the Pentax DCF LV 9x28 which is a rather unique compact binocular in that it coes with a 9x magnification that offers just a little more reach than the more commonly found 8x binoculars, but without sacrificing too much field of view.

The body is fully rubberised and waterproof and has also had the internal air replaced with dry nitrogen gas to help protect the inner optics from fogging up. It has a large focus wheel and twist-up eyecups for comfortable handling

Quality optics include fully coated lenses, phase correction and coatings on the BaK4 roof prism.

Read My Full review of the Pentax DCF LV 9x28

Sizes Available:

• 9x28

Price Range
At around $200 (£175), I would say that the Pentax 9x28 DCF LV makes really good value for money compact binocular.

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Pentax DCF XP Binoculars

Excellent quality at a great price, the nitrogen-filled bodies of the DCF XP series prevents fogging and condensation of the lenses in inclement weather. A very long eye-point allows for a full field of view for eyeglass wearers. The high resolution phase-corrected roof prisms of this series are convincing in their luminous intensity and brilliance. And the multi-coated lens elements provide for clear and high-contrast viewing. Every detail has been considered: the diopter adjustment has very fine click-stops to prevent unintentional changes. The unique inner focusing system means that the binoculars are not only water resistant, but fairly compact as well as lightweight.

Sizes Available:

• 8x33 mm
• 10x33 mm

Price Range
Depending on the model, they range in price from about $200 - $400 (£150 - £350) (view and compare all Mid Priced Binoculars that I have reviewed). Overall these mid priced binoculars, have all the features and quality you would expect and more and thus make them excellent value for money:

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Pentax DCF SP Binoculars

The DCF SP series of binoculars includes the very popular award-winning 10x50 DCF SP. They combine exceptional image quality with edge-edge sharpness and come with a long list of outstanding features including an inner-focus optical design incorporating hybrid aspherical eyepiece lenses, high-resolution phase-coated roof prisms, hydrophobic coating on exposed objective and eyepiece lenses, and multi-coated optical elements. Coupled with a magnesium-alloy body with JIS Class 6 waterproof construction, these high-performance binoculars are a great choice for those with uncompromising standards without an unlimited budget. Perfect for a wide variety of applications including birdwatching, safaris and other wildlife viewing as well as close-up viewing and use in less-than-ideal weather conditions.

Sizes Available:

• 8x43 mm
• 10x43 mm
• 10x50 mm
• 12.5x50 mm

Price Range
Depending on the model they are priced between $450 - $1000 (£500 - £950) they have all the features you'd find in higher-priced models at a much lower cost and as such these are great quality binoculars and excellent value for money:

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Pentax DCF HRc Binoculars

The PENTAX DCF HRc range of binoculars are different in that they are full-size binoculars, packed into a smaller package. With 8x or 10x magnification, large 42mm objective lenses for superior light gathering and a fiber reinforced polycarbonate body with nitrogen-filled waterproof (JIS Class 6) construction, these are easier to carry and perfect to use in tough weather and lighting conditions.

Sizes Available:

• 10x42 mm
• 8x42 mm

Price Range
Priced between $200 and $330 (£200 - £400), pack full of features and quality components these for me are again excellent value for money:

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Pentax UCF R Binoculars (Compact)

These pocket sized compact binoculars will go any where with you. Offering a versatile 8x and 10x magnification and excellent BaK4 prisms you can be sure of a closer view where ever you go.

Sizes Available:

• 10x21 mm
• 8x21 mm (Read Full Review)

Price Range
Priced at about $55 (£50):

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Pentax Papilio Binoculars (Compact)

Pocket sized compact binocular that is slightly different in that they specialize in close focusing. They have a image convergence system that makes these binoculars ideal for closing in on small subjects such as butterflies and other insects as well as general purpose usage.

Sizes Available:

• 8.5x21 mm
• 6.5x21 mm

Price Range
Depending on which size you choose, they range in price from about $80 - $130 (£70 - £150)

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