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Canon 18x50 IS Image Stabilized Binoculars

<ul>   <li>With Canon's Optical Image Stabilizer, you can enjoy the full, remarkable resolving power of these binoculars without a tripod. You can even use the 18x50 IS from within a moving vehicle. The shake free performance not only enhances your ability to view fine detail but also reduces eye strain and fatigue.</li>   <li><h1>Type of Prism</h1><h3>Porro II Prism</h3></li>   <li><h1>Coating</h1><h3>Super Spectra Multi Coating</h3></li>   <li><h1>Real Angular Field of View</h1><h3>3.7ï¿½</h3></li>   <li><h1>Field of View at 1000 Yards</h1><h3>195 '</h3></li>   <li><h1>Exit Pupil</h1><h3>2.8mm</h3></li>   <li><h1>Eye Relief</h1><h3>15 mm long eye relief</h3></li>   <li><h1>Relative Brightness</h1><h3>7.84</h3></li>   <li><h1>Twilight Factor</h1><h3>27.4</h3></li>   <li><h1>Eye Width Adjustment Range</h1><h3>58mm-76mm</h3></li>   <li><h1>Close Focus Distance (ft)</h1><h3>19.7 '</h3></li>   <li><h1>Rubber Coated (Armored)</h1><h3>Yes</h3></li>   <li><h1>Waterproof / Fogproof</h1><h3>Water-resistant, all-weather design can be used in heavy rain.</h3></li>   <li><h1>Camera Tripod Adaptable</h1><h3>Yes - Tripod socket Provided</h3></li>   <li><h1>Dimensions</h1><h3>6.0 x 7.6 x 3.2 in.</h3></li>   <li><h1>Weight</h1><h3>42.3 oz. (excluding batteries)</h3></li>   <li><h1>Power source</h1><h3>Two size AA batteries (Optional Battery Pack BP-B1 can also be used)</h3></li>   <li><h1>Special Features</h1><h3>+/-3.0 diopters<br>Image Stabilizer System: Optical correction with vari-angle prism<br>Correction Angle: +/- 0.7</h3></li>  </ul>

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The 18x50 binocular is a powerful and portable instrument. When coupled with the image-stabilization capability I was able to see galaxies, double stars and so much more than I had expected. It has been my main observing tool for several years.

It continues to amaze me with it's power and portability.

Wonderful for astronomy

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I use these binoculars for home inspections, particularly for very large homes where roof access is not practical. I am able to clearly see details in the granular surface of shingles, the degree of splitting, decay and algae in wood shakes. For masonry chimneys I can easily see loose mortar, hairline cracks, loose and separated flashings as well as any spalling in the bricks. The image stabilization is excellent regardless of the distance. For my applications these glasses have exceeded my expectations. I've also used them in Alaska where distances are vast - phenomenal!

Essential for detailed observations

The binocs are all I hoped for.  This is a particularly good time to view Jupiter, Saturn, Venus and Mars.  Weather is clear and planets are close and bright.  I can explore in my backyard and bip from one planet to another without lugging a telescope on a tripod around.  Moon detail is outstanding!  There is absolutely no substitute for image stabilization.  18 x 50 is the ideal magnification.

Explore the heavens!

I bought a little Meade telescope for planet gazing, but the setup took so long I hardly ever used it. So I sold it and bought the 18X50 IS binos...and they're superb. Just point, press the button, and the image is rock solid.

I've seen 4 moons around Jupiter, the rings of Saturn. I also use them for wild life watching - and they're just marvellous.

A couple of small minuses:

1) I think (and I could be imagining it) images have a faint yellow cast

2) Against some backgrounds (eg birds against cloud), I can see a yellow edge to dark objects.

But overall, the convenience, simplicity and quality have made me totally happy with these.

Great replacement for a telescope

Image Stabilization causes minor chromatic aberration, (turning IS off eliminates CA) which can be an issue when trying to identify subtle color markings on birds for example. Battery life is not wonderful, but I carry a pair of AAs for backup.
The view is incredible. I can identify birds my Swarovsky brethren can't even find. The high power, stable field means I can study carefully what they can't see.

Wonderful!

I purchased these for my wife because she enjoys looking at wildlife on our mountains. These binoculars are incredible. The images are very bright and clear. The IS works perfectly. It's amazing to just push the button and watch the image go completely stable. I don't have any complaints about the battery life. You will want to purchase some filters for protecting the lenses. I bought polarizing filters and they work great. We have used these for watching elk and deer up on our mountain, birds at the bird feeder, a cow moose in a beaver pond up our canyon, the moon (incredible), Jupiter at night (could see 5 moons. We could see 6 moons with our telescope on the same night, so this was a nice surprise), and have taken them from a warm room into 5 degree temperatures with no fogging, etc. We have several other binoculars, including a nice 12X, and I'm sorry I waited so long to buy the Canon 18X IS. Kind of a funny story: my wife saw a man break into a vacant home just above us and the 12X were handy but she couldn't get the license number with them because of shake. She ran downstairs and got the Canon and got the license number no problem. The police found him later and arrested him. I have seen some reviews mention the weight, but we don't find it a problem at all - and my wife is small. They really don't seem any heavier than our 12X. If you're on the fence, wondering whether you should spend the $, remember that Canon quality and the great memories you'll create make it very worthwhile.

Expensive, but well worth it!

Though these refurbished binoculars look and work like New, they sure don't cost less than new ones.  Not sure why but I certainly can attest to their quality.

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I have used my 18x50s primarily for hunting since I purchased them ( six years ago I think). They are too heavy to carry when on foot but I found them an excellant replacement for a spotting scope. While they do not have the magnification of many spotting scopes the ability to use both eyes greatly reduces eye strain and the stabilization more than makes up for lower power. I carry them on horseback and they are suprisingly tough. They are very useful for spotting game long range and in heavy timber. There are a couple of improvements that could be made and the number one is the eye cups are too stiff and would be much better if molded with shields on the side for light blocking and better fit to your eye. I have cut mine and it greatly improved them for fit and reflections. I am on my second pair of eye cups and was hoping they were improved but are not. The battery life is short and the use of larger batteries would not hurt the product and produce longer viewing. Overall a great buy and I am very happy with them.

Overall a good product

These binoculars are outstanding. They would get a 5-star across the board from me if it were not for the cheap-cheap-cheap case and strap included with the binoculars as well as the lack of a cover for the lenses, necessitating the purchase of UV protector filters.
For an item of this cost, I do expect better quality in the extras that come with the product. Aside from the filters that I had to purchase, I will have to buy a decent strap and probably sew a fully protective case.
All that said, the binoculars themselves are marvelous. We use them for stargazing, bird watching, and freighter watching here on the Great Lakes. The image stabilization is well worth the cost. We have two other Canon binoculars as well as Canon camera lenses with the same feature, and we would not do without it.

excellent binoculars, but poor amenities

I have had my 18x50 IS binoculars for four years. They chew through batteries fairly quickly but I am happy to pay that price for the performance.

What I'm not happy about is the phenomenon called 'melting'. Part of the rubber coating deteriorates to a sticky goo which now requires a hand washing after each use.

My understanding is that this is a known and reasonably widespread problem and Canon are either not interested in addressing it or are doing the duck and cover. For that reason alone I can't recommend the product and will not go to Canon again.

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