Like their old versions, the EDG series will still feature Nikon’s fantastic ED glass (Extra-low Dispersion), dielectric high-reflective multilayer prism coating and advanced multilayer coating.
A Bridge Too Far?
The biggest difference is in the styling, the 2010 version of the EDG now only has one bridge between the two barrels, whilst previous versions had two – see images below:
Main features:
Nikon’s legendary ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass lenses effectively compensate for chromatic aberrations to provide images of superior contrast and outstanding resolution.
A dielectric high-reflective multilayer prism coating is applied to the roof prism that does not feature total internal reflection. This boosts light reflectivity of more than 99% (designed value) for the full visible range, giving you clearer whites and a sharper, brighter, more natural vision across the entire field of view.
Phase-correction coating: Phase shift of light is caused by phase differences arising from total light reflection on a roof (Dach) surface. Phase-correction coating is applied to the surface to minimize loss of resolution, ensuring high-contrast images. Read more about this in an article I wrote on Phase Correction in Binoculars.
Eco-glass optics, environmentally safe materials: All lenses and prisms are free of lead and arsenic.
Horn-shaped detachable eyecups: As with previous EDG binoculars they feature the excellent ergonomically designed horn-shaped eyecups that block peripheral light to give you a clearer field of view.
Waterproof and fogproof construction features a nitrogen-filled body with O-ring seals making them Waterproof up to 5 m/16.4 ft. for 10 minutes.
More Information
- Full Review of the Nikon EDG 10x42 Binoculars
- Full Review of the Nikon EDG 10x32 Binoculars
- Full Review of the Nikon EDG 8x32 Binoculars
- Buy and Compare Prices on Nikon EDG Binoculars
- Guide to Nikon Binoculars
Nikon Take it to the EDG Promotion
Make no mistake these are great binoculars and there is possibly no better time to get yourself a pair as Nikon currently have a promotion where they will send you a free Nikon D3000 Digital SLR camera worth $549.95 with any purchase of a Nikon EDG Binocular or EDG Fieldscope.