Canon 10x42L User's Manual
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1. This is easy to check stand at a 90 angle toa wall with detail and focus Then check the sharpness from center to edge For the best possible flat field performance most Canon binoculars use Field Flattener and Aspherical lenses The image near the edge of the circle is blurred Clear image all the way to the edge Anti Fog Eyepiece AE B1 Designed specifically for the 18x50 IS AW and the 15x50 IS AW binocular these eyepieces prevent condensation and fogging Useful in warm humid and cold weather Anti Fog Piece With Anti Fog Piece Clarity To check for clarity point the binocular at a clearly defined edge like the lettering on a sign or a constellation in the night sky Images should appear crisp and razor sharp Parallel Lines Excellent binoculars will render parallel lines in a subject as perfectly straight as Clear image Because of lens aberration the entire image appears blurry Nomenclature Image Stabilizer button On Off Lamp z 5 Objective lens they appear to the naked eye It s easy to test with a building or other flat subject with pronounced horizontal or vertical lines by observing whether lines near the periphery remain sharp or tend to curve Canon s outstanding optics including Aspherical lens elements correct for linear distortion Perfect parallel image The tower is slanted and has a spool shaped e2. contrast so you see everything in the best possible light A non slip rubber coating makes the 10X30 IS easy to hold even when you re wearing gloves or in a damp environment There s also Long Eye Relief to provide greater comfort for those who wear eyeglasses Qe eh SHVINDONIE X3ZNIAVLS JOVI SHVINDONIE PE VAR ES A ESSI 4T 10 BINOCULARS 8x25 1S Ultra compact and lightweight this model features Canon s high efficiency Tilt System Image Stabilization that combines stability with sleek styling They re the world s smallest lightest and most affordable image stabilized binoculars as of January 1 2005 An extremely compact ergonomic design makes the 8x25 IS comfortable to carry and even easier to use Canon s all glass optics with Super Spectra Multi Coating assure outstanding sharpness clarity and contrast And these binoculars are not only user friendly they re also environmentally friendly only lead free glass is used in the optical system S Qeond nh amp BINOCULARS 7x42 A UB BINOCULARS 8x32WP BINOCULARS 7X17 FC With its 42mm objective lens and 6mm exit pupil diameter the largest among Canon binoculars the 7x42 A WP provides an exceptionally bright image Plus you get powerful Aspherical optics and an easy to hold waterproof design The 8x32 WP offers a compact roof prism design with a 60 apparent angle of view Other features include its nitrogen f
3. those with smaller exit pupil size or relative brightness ratings can often reveal better detail in low light because of their higher magnification Twilight Coefficient or Twilight Factor accounts for the magnifying power of a pair of binoculars and can be a useful rating especially if viewing at dawn or dusk or deep shade viewing conditions Judging qualibu When evaluating binoculars brands and models here are few things to look for Alignment If the parallel tubes of the binocular are out of alignment due to a manufacturing defect or accident you ll see two similar but separate images There is no way to repair this problem and it renders the binocular virtually useless Color Focus the binocular on a white object Check two things first that the white object appears a faithful white tone 13 14 through the binocular and second that there s no secondary band of color s at the edges of the object This is important because at higher magnifications chromatic aberrations tend to occur more frequently Canon binoculars correct for this problem by using UD lenses from Canon s EF Lens series highest magnification models or Super Spectra Multi Coating Chromatic aberration cancelled out Chromatic aberration causes the highlighted part to look pink Curvature of the field High quality binoculars show excellent sharpness not only at the center of images but at the edges as well
4. 0 yards away it appears to be the same size as a Subject located just 10 yards away seen without binoculars All things being equal the larger the diameter of the objective lens the more light it can admit for brighter 100 yards away with the naked eye the naked eye 10 yards away with more detailed images So binoculars like the 10x42L IS WP 18x50 IS AW and 15x50 IS AW produce particularly bright clear images The key to Field oF View The field of view is the area you see when you look through the binocular The higher the magnification power the narrower the field of view The apparent angle of view is the product of the magnification times the real field of view So in the case of the 10x42L IS WP the 10x magnification with With a 10x magnification binocular the hot air balloon 100 yards away will seem as if it were 10 yards away a 6 5 field of view appears to have a 65 range qualifying it as a wide angle instrument The greater the apparent angle of view the easier it is for you to pinpoint and track your subject The Canon binocular line offers models with apparent angles of view that range from 45 to 67 Looking through a 10x42L IS WP binoculars at a subject 1 000 yards away 1 000 yards 100 yards 1000 10 c Field of view at b Apparent a Real field of view 6 5 1 000 yards 340 6 feet angle of view 65 Wide field of view Narrow field of vie
5. LAS ACSEE STADILIZER TO 42 LIS ED 6s KNOW HOW 1 800 OK CANON www uSa canon com Canon U S A Inc One Canon Plaza Lake Success NY 11042 U S A Canon Canada Inc 6390 Dixie Road Mississauga Ontario L5T 1P7 Canada Canon Mexicana S DE R L DE CV Blvd M A Camacho No 138 Piso PB 15 16 y 17 Col Lomas de Chapultepec C P 11000 M xico D F M xico Canon Latin America Inc 730 Waterford Way Suite 400 Miami FL 33126 U S A Bring the World to Your Eyes 0050W320 2 05 2005 CANON U S A INC PRINTED IN U S A No one knows more about optics than Canon So in creating the binocular line Canon drew on its vast optical expertise to incorporate the advanced technologies found in their cameras and lenses maximizing clarity and enhancing performance That s why Canon offers you features like highly sophisticated engineering superior lenses and Image Stabilizer technology Each model has been meticulously engineered for comfort and convenience in real world conditions Since they are designed to be easy to hold and operate the lineup features unsurpassed ergonomics and many models are equipped with special slip free grips Available in a full range of sizes and magnifications there s a Canon binocular for every need so whether you are whale watching or following a horse race Canon binoculars let you view your subject with unrivalled precision and comfort Canon A passio
6. ffect Diopter adjustment rings LC ICE NN Focusing ring Eye cup EN Eyepiece barrel Strap eyelets HOWTO USE BINOCULARS This is the proper way to adjust a focus ring any further Turn only the away from the eyepieces causing the image 4 The binocular should now be adjusted for your eyesight When you move the focusing ring for different distances binocular for outdoor use right side eyepiece diopter ring as to gradually shade off at the edges To necessary prevent this use the foldaway rubber 1 Look through the binocular and adjust the spread of the eyepieces the image will remain sharply focused SVERIGE Tings i avaieni Please note that eye spacing and diopter adjustment is different for each person until you see one circular image 2 Close your right eye and look through Another person would have to adjust the eye the left eyepiece Use the focusing ring spacing and diopter again to focus sharply on the subject For added comfort eyeglass wearers can adjust the eyecups on IS series binoculars by folding back the rubber eyepiece rings or by twisting the eyepiece up or down in the case of the 10x42L IS WP For eyeglass wearers Remembering the readings of the diopters will make it Essi If you look through the binocular while easier to readjust the binoculars after someone else has used them 3 Close your left eye and look through the right eyepiece Do not tu
7. illed waterproof construction and a Field Flattener lens in each eyepiece XIEIILPIE 8X32 WP SAVINDONId LOVdWOD SAVINDONIE IE LOTO ERA ZU The smallest Canon binocular the 7x17 FC features retracting lens barrels a sliding eye adjustment mechanism and lenses with Canon s Super Spectra Multi Coating It also provides close focusing at distances down to five feet eee amp 11 Find the binoculars that Fit your needs Waterproof and all weather Several models in the Canon binocular line are waterproof or water resistant Designed to be used outdoors and on the water these models are built to withstand a broad range of conditions including rain humidity and more The new Canon 10x42L IS WP offers Canon s highest standard of waterproof performance it can be completely submerged Lead Free optics Canon uses environmentally friendly lead free glass in its optical systems This creates the high quality performance you demand from your binocular while protecting the environment from unnecessary harm The importance of objective lens diameter Binoculars are described by the power of their magnification 18x 15x 12x etc combined with the diameter of their objective lenses 50mm 42mm 36mm etc The greater the magnification power the larger your viewing subject will appear in the objective lens as you look through the binoculars For instance if you use the 10x42L IS WP to track a subject 10
8. n For perfection Canon s remarkable Image Stabilizer Technology The legendary L Lens The genius is in the details Minimize shaking maximize viewing Focus and Follow The bright red line engraved on the lens will impress The state of the art optical technology from Canon s T barrel is the signature of the Canon L Lens L series Lenses are on a level above the world renowned EF Lens series has been carefully adapted rest possessing groundbreaking image especially for use in several Canon binocular models performance outstanding operability and offering unparalleled resolution Also Super Spectra resistance to weather and aging Canon s Coating increases image contrast and reduces L Lenses are well known by professional lens flare and ghosting in many Canon photographers around the world for their binoculars In addition Canon uses binoculars are equipped with Image according to the amount of Stabilizer IS technologies Originally binocular shake detected This innovative optical design exceptional Aspherical elements in several of its quality and brilliant clarity Canon has equipped its new top of the line model the designs to assure sharper focus while 10x42L IS WP with extraordinary L series technology Manufactured to provide dramatically cutting distortion superior image quality throughout the entire viewing area two Ultra low Dispersion Technologies like these enable UD elements on each side gi
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10. s have been motion So what you see through brilliantly adapted specifically for the lenses is absolutely steady Image Stabilizer OFF s Optical Image Stabilization System Tipped Downward a JOOUdaSLVM SHVINIONIE X3ZNIAVLS JOVWI BINOCULARS 10x42 LIS A breakthrough in binocular design Canon s new model is the world s brightest binocular with image stabilization as of January 1 2005 and is the first completely waterproof model in the Canon IS binocular line up The 10x42L IS WP is equipped with Canon s high performance L series optics that feature two Ultra low Dispersion UD lens elements on each side The 4 2mm exit pupil diameter delivers the brightest optics in the Canon IS series With an extra wide 65 apparent angle of view these binoculars qualify as wide angle instruments allowing you to see more of your subject Doublet Field Flattener Lenses offer superb edge to edge sharpness A metal coating prevents fogging and the ribbed surface ensures a secure grip qw eu x BINOCULARS 18x50 IS ALL WEATHER BINOCULARS 15x50 IS ALL WEATHER 15x50 IS All Weather These all weather models set a new performance standard With one touch Image Stabilizer technology they instantly compensate for binocular shake Large diameter 50mm front objective lenses accommodate a wide range of activities from sports to astronomical observation A multi coated Ultra low Di
11. spersion UD lens element in each objective section delivers outstanding image contrast sharpness and color clarity To accommodate eyeglass wearers 15mm Long Eye Relief provides greater viewing comfort and the ergonomic design makes them very easy to hold An optional anti fog eyepiece prevents condensation and fogging in foul weather es p amp YSHLVAM TIV SHVINDONIE a4ZIMEVLS JOVWI SHVINDONIE PE FARE ESL ARIS D 2 BINOCULARS 12x36 IS Il Light sleek and powerful these advanced binoculars feature Canon s celebrated Image Stabilizer technology to keep the image steady even when you re not High magnification multi coated lenses deliver a wide extra bright field of view Qe Sw oe The Doublet Field Flattener keeps images sharp from edge to edge The enhanced power saving technology coupled with optional lithium AA batteries provide up to 12 hours of continuous use All Canon binoculars feature a center focus for easy one handed operation and the 12x36 IS Il has a water resistant non slip rubber coating that assures secure handling in a wide range of environments BINOCULARS 10x30 IS Light in weight but powerful in performance these well designed binoculars offer Canon s superb Image Stabilizer technology to instantly counteract binocular shake The Doublet Field Flattener provides M distortion free images from edge to edge Canon s Super Spectra Multi Coating assures superior
12. ve you a bolder brighter view than can be achieved Canon binoculars to perform with conventional optics found in ordinary binoculars With them you ll see more of at an extraordinarily high Canon s binocular line even when you re not your subject more clearly standard 5 Each Canon binocular has been engineered to deliver performance that Shaking occurs naturally when you hold binoculars for an It isn t always convenient to use a tripod P extended period of time Wind muscle fatigue and especially if you or your subject is moving even excitement can contribute to binocular With Canon s IS binocular models there s no need for additional equipment For shake The more powerful the binoculars the binoculars with magnification powers of 10x 12x 15x and 18x Canon offers an Image more pronounced the shake appears It s tiring Stabilizer system utilizing a Vari Angle Prism VAP This system has two sensors on your eyes it s distracting and it makes One vertical and another horizontal that detect motion as well as a microprocessor Perfectly Horizontal Tipped Upward getting a good sharp focus simply impossible that adjusts the Vari Angle Prism on To solve this common problem many Canon each side in a bellows type fashion 1 developed for Canon s high provides instant adjustment of the performance video camcorder family refraction angle to compensate for these IS technologie
13. w DiFFerences in brightness DG oo A Canon s Super Spectra Multi Coating The brightness of an image is associated with the amount of incidental light that is reflected by the lens Uncoated lenses can reflect away as much as 8 of incoming light per lens element resulting in a dim image For this reason Canon employs Super Spectra Multi Coating to enhance brightness Since many things contribute to the brightness of an image be sure to consider the following factors as you compare binoculars Exit pupil diameter The size of the image that emerges at the binoculars eyepiece impacts image brightness In dimly lit settings a large exit pupil for example 4 2mm found on the 10x42L IS WP delivers brighter results For daytime viewing binoculars with exit pupil sizes between 2 5 and 3mm are often sufficient When bright Viewer s pupil diameter is 3 0mm When dark Pupil dilates as wide as 7 0mm Objective element diameter This refers to the front lens element measured in mm All things being equal the larger the lens in front of the binocular the more light it can take in and the brighter the viewing image will be The 18x50 IS AW and 15x50 IS AW have the largest objective lenses in Canon s binocular lineup Twilight coefficient One difficulty with using traditional numerical ratings to determine a binoculars suitability for low light viewing is that higher magnification binoculars even
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