Snypex Optics

Snypex Knight ED 10x50 Binoculars

About Snypex Optics
A new optics company, Snypex LLC. is based in the US (New York).

Snypex sports optics currently offer a small but expanding range of mid to high end optical products that includes binoculars, spotting scopes, accessories for digiscoping and laser range finders.

Designed using cutting edge technologies most of their current optical instruments come with ED glass, strong, lightweight and waterproof magnesium housings and many other features and so make them ideal for most outdoor pursuits.

Snypex Binoculars

Snypex Optics currently have a small range of binoculars but are in the process of adding more ranges to their stable.

With mid-size (32mm) and full-sized bins in both 42 and 50mm objective lenses, currently all Snypex binoculars are primarily aimed for use outdoors (wildlife observation, birding, hunting, hiking, safaris etc) and are available at the mid to high end spectrum at what looks to be at competitive prices.

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Objective Lenses on the Snypex Knight D-ED 8x42 Binoculars

Snypex 8x42 Knight D-ED BinocularsSnypex Knight D-ED Binoculars

After carefully listening to both customer as well as feedback from BBR on their Knight ED series, Snypex introduced the new 'new and improved', chart-topping Knight D-ED binoculars.

Whilst largely the same as the 'standard' ED series (see below), upgraded elements include the inclusion of Dielectric mirror coatings on the prisms to increase light transmission to the highest possible levels.

Also improved are features like a machined aluminium focus wheel that as well as performing better, just adds that extra touch of class to elevate the instrument to the highest levels, both functionally and visually..

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Whilst these high end Snypex Knight D-ED binoculars don't come cheap, you have to remember that in almost every respect these utilize the best materials, components and coatings available

The 32mm versions can now be purchased for around $440, whilst the 42mm versions are at around $480 and the 50mm Knight D-ED's will set you back approximately $700.

For the latest prices in the US, UK, Canada and Germany, take a look at the link below:

 

Snypex 10x42 Knight ED BinocularsSnypex Knight ED Binoculars

Snypex's most recent offering and their current flagship range is their selection of Knight ED binoculars.

There are currently six models within the Knight ED series (8x & 10 x32mm, 8x & 10 x42mm and 8x & 10 x50mm), all are roof prism bins with magnesium chassis that are fully fog and waterproof and sport an open bridge body design.

The Knight ED is aimed at the higher end of the market and include many very high quality optical components and coatings including the use of apochromatic compound lenses with extra-low dispersion (ED) glass elements.

Snypex Kight ED 10x32 BinocularsOther optical features include fully multi-coated optics that you would expect at this price point, but they also have water-repellent coatings on exterior lens surfaces, that not only make them usable in damp conditions, but makes them easier to clean, thus you are less likely to permanently mark them during cleaning.

The roof prisms are all made from top quality Bak-4 glass and they have been phase coated to ensure the best quality image is maintained.

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Main Specifications:

Model FOV @1000yds Eye Relief Close Focus Weight Dimensions
8x50 362ft 20.3mm 4.92 31oz 6.1x5.3x2.3in
10x50 309ft 20mm 4.92ft 30.7oz 6.1x5.3x2.3in
8x42 393ft 18.4mm 6.56ft 26.8oz 5.5x5.2x2in
10x42 351ft 17.2mm 6.56ft 26.8oz 5.5x5.2x2in
8x32 351ft 16.8mm 4.92ft 13.4oz 4.3x4.6x1.6in
10x32 288ft 17.5mm 4.93ft 13.4oz 4.3x4.6x1.6in

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These mid to high value Snypex Knight ED binoculars have a recommended priced from between $440 for the 8x32, to just below $600 for the 10x50, with the Snypex 8x42 Knight ED costing about $480.

For current prices and availability take a look at the link below, although as they are still very new, at the time of writing, I have only thus far been able to find them listed on Ebay and Amazon:

 

Snypex Profinder 8x32 BinocularsSnypex Profinder HD Binoculars

Sitting just under the Knight ED series are the Snypex Profinder HD binoculars.

There are three 8x magnification bins within this series, with different sized objective lenses available (8x32mm, 8x42mm and 8x50mm).

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They have what Snypex call their HD optical system, so like the Knight ED's they all use Bak-4 roof prisms that are phase corrected and the optics are fully multi-coated for improved light transmittance.

Whilst the bodies are almost identical, the main difference between these and the Knight ED's is that they don't use an apochromatic lens design and they lack ED glass in the lenses, which results in a much lower costing instrument, but with only a small reduction in optical performance.

As already mentioned, the open bridge body design looks to be very similar, if not identical to the Knight ED's, which is a good thing as I found them to be both comfortable and secure to hold onto.

The 8x32 Profinder HD has a fiberglass-reinforced polycarbonate body, whilst the larger 42mm and 50mm models models have even stronger magnesium alloy bodies. All models are both water and fogproof as you would expect.

Main Specifications:

Model FOV @1000yds Eye Relief Close Focus Weight Dimensions
8x50 367.5ft 21mm 3.92 31oz 5.8x5.3x2.4in
8x42 362ft 19mm 5.6ft 26.8oz 5.3x5.2x2in
8x32 357ft 15mm 3.9ft 13.4oz 4.3x4.7x1.6in

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The Snypex Knight ED binoculars range in price from $350 for the 8x50 to just under $250 for the 8x32:

 

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Snypex Binocular Reviews

Below are some featured and fully reviewed Snypex Binoculars: View >> All the Snypex Binoculars that I have reviewed.


Snypex Knight D-ED 8x32 Binoculars Review

These 8x32 Snypex Knight D-ED binoculars come about as close as any as being the perfect general use mid-sized instrument.

The highest quality optical components like APO lenses with ED glass elements, Bak-4 Dach roof prisms with phase correction and dielectric coatings all come together to deliver an image that is as good as many high quality full sized instruments...

Price: (4/6) Mid-High Value Binoculars
BBR Ratings:
Body Quality: 8/10 83%
Outstanding
Body Stats: 8/10
Optical Quality: 9/10
Optical Stats: 8/10
Image Quality 9/10
Extras & Details: 8/10


Snypex Knight D-ED 10x32 Binoculars Review

These high performance, mid-size Snypex binoculars offer the user greater image detail at longer ranges and are an ideal instrument for travel, safaris, hunting and general nature and wildlife observation.

Top specification optical components include APO lenses with ED glass elements, Bak-4 Dach roof prisms with phase correction and dielectric coatings that ensure the best possible views...

Price: (4/6) Mid-High Value Binoculars
BBR Ratings:
Body Quality: 8/10 83%
Outstanding
Body Stats: 8/10
Optical Quality: 9/10
Optical Stats: 8/10
Image Quality 9/10
Extras & Details: 8/10


Snypex Knight ED 10x50 Binoculars Review

High specification 10x binoculars with larger than standard 50mm objective lenses for superior light gathering ability, which combined with optical features like fully multi-coated optics and highly reflective silver mirror coated prisms deliver a stunning low light performance for a 10x binocular of this size.

Other optical highlights include the use of ED glass elements in their apochromatic designed lenses and phase corrected Bak-4 roof prisms.

Price: (5/6) High Value Binoculars
BBR Ratings:
Body Quality: 8/10 78%
Excellent
Body Stats: 7/10
Optical Quality: 8/10
Optical Stats: 8/10
Image Quality 8/10
Extras & Details: 8/10


Snypex Knight ED 10x32 Binoculars Review

A very lightweight and compact open bridge body that is tough as well as fog and waterproof do a great job of protecting the high quality optics contained inside these Snypex binoculars.

Components like Apochromatic lenses with ED Glass Lens Elements, fully multi-coated optics and Phase Coated, BaK-4 Roof Prisms all combine to produce an image of stunning clarity and brightness that is a match to any in this class.

Price: (4/6) Mid-High Value Binoculars
BBR Ratings:
Body Quality: 7/10 77%
Excellent
Body Stats: 8/10
Optical Quality: 8/10
Optical Stats: 7/10
Image Quality 8/10
Extras & Details: 8/10


Snypex Profinder HD 8x42 Binoculars Review

High quality optics encased and well very protected in a high quality chassis and all at an affordable price. These Snypex Profinder binoculars rank up there with the better mid-range bins that I have tested.

Optical attributes worth underlining include a fully multicoated system with water repellent coatings on the lenses, BaK-4 roof prisms that are phase corrected to ensure a bright and high resolution view in even the most adverse conditions.

Price: (3/6) Mid Priced Binoculars
BBR Ratings:
Body Quality: 8/10 75%
Excellent
Body Stats: 7/10
Optical Quality: 7/10
Optical Stats: 8/10
Image Quality 7/10
Extras & Details: 8/10


Snypex Knight ED 8x42 Binoculars Review

Mid-High end optics that contain may high end components and features including an Aluminum/Magnesium Open Bridge Body, apochromatic lenses with ED glass elements, FMC optics and Bak-4, phase coated roof prisms.

This translates to a great performing binocular, buit to a very high standard that is as good as or better than any other at this price level.

Price: (4/6) Mid-High Value Binoculars
BBR Ratings:
Body Quality: 8/10 80%
Outstanding
Body Stats: 8/10
Optical Quality: 8/10
Optical Stats: 8/10
Image Quality 8/10
Extras & Details: 8/10


Snypex Knight D-ED 8x42 Binoculars Review

'New and improved' that is how Snypex highlight their latest version of the Knight ED binoculars, which was developed and improved in response to customer as well as BBR's feedback.

Major changes include upgraded dielectric coatings on the prisms to improve light transmission and thus the brightness and image quality as well as changes to the exterior like a full metal focus wheel that not only works better but brings added class to what was already a great pair of binoculars.

Price: (5/6) High Value Binoculars
BBR Ratings:
Body Quality: 9/10 85%
Outstanding
Body Stats: 8/10
Optical Quality: 9/10
Optical Stats: 8/10
Image Quality 9/10
Extras & Details: 8/10


Snypex Knight ED 8x50 Binoculars Review

These 8x5 Snypex binoculars with their large 50mm objective lenses have improved light gathering compared to the more commonly found 42mm models, but with only a slightly larger and heavier body.

This combined with optical features like ED glass elements in their apochromatic lenses, phase corrected Bak-4 roof prisms, fully multi-coated optics and silver mirror coated prisms produce a high quality view, bright image and improved low light performance.

Their Magnesium & Aluminium body is fully water and fogroof and covered in a tough rubber armour.

Price: (5/6) High Value Binoculars
BBR Ratings:
Body Quality: 8/10 78%
Excellent
Body Stats: 7/10
Optical Quality: 8/10
Optical Stats: 8/10
Image Quality 8/10
Extras & Details: 8/10

View >> All the Snypex Binoculars reviewed on BBR.

 
 
 
 

Contact Snypex Optics:

Telephone. 1855-2-SNYPEX
E-mail: sales[at]snypex.com

Address:
111 S. Franklin Avenue
Valley Stream, NY 11580

 
 
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