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Nikon Trailblazer 8x25 ATB Waterproof Black Binoculars
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Brand | Nikon |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Special Feature | Lead- and Arsenic-Free Eco-Glass; High-Index BAK4 Roof Prisms, Fully Multi-Coated Optics; Wide 60° Apparent Angle of View See more |
Objective Lens Diameter | 25 |
Magnification Maximum | 8 |
About this item
- Lead- and Arsenic-Free Eco-Glass
- High-Index BAK4 Roof Prisms for extra-high resolution images
- Fully multi-coated optics maximize light transmission for brighter views and improved color fidelity and contrast
- Nitrogen Filled, Water and Fogproof
- Rubber Armored Body
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Light weight | 4.7 | — | — | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.8 |
Value for money | 4.7 | — | — | 4.7 | 4.6 | 4.3 |
Picture quality | 4.8 | — | — | 4.7 | 4.5 | — |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | D&A Depot | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Amazon.com |
field of view | 429 feet | 262 feet | — | 456 feet | 456 feet | 330 feet |
focus type | Center Focus | Center Focus | — | Center Focus | — | Manual Focus |
apparent angle of view | 60 degrees | 5 degrees | — | 62.6 degrees | 62.6 degrees | 160 degrees |
lens coating | Fully Multi-Coated Optics | Anti-Reflection Multicoated Lenses | Fully Multi-Coated | Fully multicoated lenses | Multilayer-coated | Coated |
eye relief | 10 millimeters | 8.3 millimeters | 10 millimeters | 15.4 millimeters | 15.4 millimeters | 12 millimeters |
exit pupil diameter | 3.1 millimeters | 2.1 millimeters | 2.5 millimeters | 3.8 millimeters | — | 1 millimeters |
objective lens diameter | — | 21 millimeters | 25 millimeters | 30 millimeters | 30 millimeters | — |
binocular prism | Roof Prism | Roof Prism | Roof Prism | Roof Prism | Roof Prism | Roof Prism |
Product information
Product Dimensions | 5.2 x 4.1 x 2.9 inches |
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Item Weight | 9.9 ounces |
ASIN | B000NO5OYA |
Item model number | 8217 |
Customer Reviews |
4.7 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #68 in Camera & Photo Products (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products) #45 in Binoculars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | Yes |
Date First Available | September 1, 2004 |
Department | Unisex-Adult |
Manufacturer | Nikon |
Country of Origin | China |
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- 1917 - three small manufacturers in Tokyo merged to form Nippon Kogaku K.K. - the Japanese Optical Instrument Manufacturer Joint-Stock Company.
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Exacting Precision across a full spectrum of optical technologies!
Widely acknowledge as a global leader in precision optics, Nikon's roots back to the development of the first binoculars in 1917. Since then, Nikon has continued to build on the knowhow of generations of optical and precision technology experts with enduring passion for quality and innovation.
Nikon raises the bar for optical engineering so you can experience the wonders of the earth and sky in crystal clarity – or simply up your golf game with laser-sharp distance measurement.
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Nikon Trailblazer ATB Series Binoculars are available in 8x25 and 10x25 models, each offered with black rubber armoring. Incredibly light weight yet still durable, Nikon Trailblazer ATB are completely waterproof and fog-proof to perform under any conditions.
- Nikon travel case.
- Compact binocular strap covers.
- Compact binocular lens covers.
Nikon Trailblazer ATB Series Binoculars
Nikon Binoculars have established a benchmark for extradinary value in Sport Optics. Building on Nikon's eminence as a global leader in precision optics, the company provides binoculars for diverse applications, making it easy to select fine, briliant optics that are ideal for your needs. Experienced hunters know that a good compact is worth its weight in gold. When every ounce counts, Nikon’s Compacts give you the resolution to pick out horns from tree branches and glass big areas with ease
- Bright, multicoated optics: multiple layers of anti-reflective compounds offer excellent brightness and resolution.
- Smooth central focus knob: fast range of focus for quick viewing.
- Fully waterproof/fogproof: nitrogen-filled and O-ring sealed.
- BaK4 high index prisms: extra-high resolution images thanks to these advanced prisms are available on every Nikon compact binocular.
- Durable and protective, rubber-armored coating: provides a fast, sure, non-slip grip, wet or dry.
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Product Description
Compact and lightweight, the Nikon 8x25 Trailblazer ATB Binocular is an ideal companion for watching birds and wildlife on the trail, your favorite team at the stadium, or just sightseeing around town.
The combination of high-index BAK4 roof prisms and anti-reflection fully multi-coated optics work together to maximize light transmission and ensure bright and clear high-contrast images with accurate color fidelity across its wide field of view, to present you with an immersive observational experience.
SPECIFICATIONS
- Magnification: 8x
- Objective Diameter, mm: 25
- Angular Field of View (Real): 8.2 °
- Angular Field of View (Apparent): 59.7°
- FOV at 1000 yds, ft: 429
- Relative Brightness: 9.6
- Close Focus Distance, ft: 8.2
- Eye Relief, mm: 10
- Exit Pupil, mm: 3.1
- Prism System: Roof
- Binoculars Focus System: Central Focus
- Dimensions (L x W), in: 4.1 x 4.5
- Interpupilary Distance, mm: 56-72
- Weight, oz: 9.9
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Customers like the quality, size and clarity of the binoculars. For example, they say it's a great all-around compact binos perfect for hiking, the optics are sharp and clear, and the view is edge to edge. Customers are also impresseded with the value, saying they're fantastic for the price. As for weight, they mention it'll fit in a coat pocket.
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Customers are satisfied with the quality of the binoculars. They mention that it is a great product, decently built, and exceptional. Some appreciate the ergonomics and the slightly better form factor. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
"...I did like how compact the binoculars were when folded up. Nice little protective case and easily fit in my backpack...." Read more
"...and are tough and waterproof. Oh, and they're pretty affordable!..." Read more
"...The Trailblazer binoculars are great for hiking, fishing, ball games, the Moon, and so on. While solidly built they are still relatively light...." Read more
"...All I can say is WOW - these are are exceptional binoculars and far better than the price would suggest!" Read more
Customers find the binoculars pretty compact, highly portable, and perfect for hiking. They also say they're great all-around compact binos perfect for traveling.
"...Nice little protective case and easily fit in my backpack. They do provide a strap, but we never used it on this trip.Clarity was good...." Read more
"...In short these Nikon are great! They're small and light (and they fit small faces/short interpupillary distances), have decent optics..." Read more
"...I find them to be great all-around compact binoculars perfect for hiking or simply having at hand no matter what one wants a better look at...." Read more
"...The Trailblazer is lighter and far more compact, which makes them much more favorable for lightweight backpacking use...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the clarity of the binoculars. They mention that the optics are sharp and clear, with edge-to-edge clarity. The binos are compact and easy to adjust. They also appreciate the good light gathering and the ability to see birds well in low light.
"...Clarity was good. I also took my Nikon camera with long range lenses, but still enjoyed the binoculars!" Read more
"...(and they fit small faces/short interpupillary distances), have decent optics (good field of view and brightness with adequate color and sharpness),..." Read more
"...My wish list included clear and sharp optics, wide field of view, light weight, compact, and waterproof...." Read more
"...They are clear, bright, easy to use and are soon going to Ireland. They are not 7x50 see at dusk binos...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the binoculars. They say they are fantastic for the price, reasonable, and a cheap graduation gift. They also say they have nice image quality for the money.
"...Regardless, I continue to be impressed by Nikon products' value for the money, and with this not-too precious price tag, we can just focus on..." Read more
"...Japan makes some of the best optics on Earth at a competitive price just about anyone can afford if they want value for their money...." Read more
"...say is WOW - these are are exceptional binoculars and far better than the price would suggest!" Read more
"...They are nice. And, the price is very fair for these glasses." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the weight of the binoculars. They mention that they are fairly light, fold compactly, and neatly. Some say that the Nikons are slightly lighter, but more expensive. Overall, most are happy with the quality and weight of these binocles.
"...In short these Nikon are great! They're small and light (and they fit small faces/short interpupillary distances), have decent optics..." Read more
"...While solidly built they are still relatively light. Much lighter than full size binoculars and easy to stash in a pocket...." Read more
"...The Trailblazer is lighter and far more compact, which makes them much more favorable for lightweight backpacking use...." Read more
"...My wish list included clear and sharp optics, wide field of view, light weight, compact, and waterproof...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the light of the binoculars. They mention that it maintains color, clarity, and brightness even during overcast or during dawn/dusk light. The binos are small and light, and are fine for daylight viewing. They also appreciate the anti-reflection coatings and good control of stray light.
"...(good field of view and brightness with adequate color and sharpness), and are tough and waterproof...." Read more
"...This suggests excellent anti-reflection coatings and good control of stray light...." Read more
"...They are clear, bright, easy to use and are soon going to Ireland. They are not 7x50 see at dusk binos...." Read more
"...Crisp image, good light collecting in darker conditions...." Read more
Customers find the binoculars easy to use and hold. They also say the case is of good quality.
"...They are clear, bright, easy to use and are soon going to Ireland. They are not 7x50 see at dusk binos...." Read more
"...So when I tell you that these the 8x25 Nikon Trailblazer's are easy to use, bright and sharp I know what I am talking about...." Read more
"...when I'd take the watch at a Coast Guard station. I found them more user friendly than the big ones supplied in the watch bay." Read more
"..." (which typically means they are poor quality) but are still easy to use and the right zoom level for bird and animal spotting, which is what he..." Read more
Customers find the stability of the binoculars to be poor. They mention the caps are very loose, the eyepieces are too loose, and the eyecups don't stay in place. This makes it difficult to hold a steady image and lose collimation a bit too easily.
"...That's incredible!In my opinion the protective lense covers were way too loose. I think you could easily lose them...." Read more
"...My only niggles are that the eyecups don't stay in their extended position well (as others have mentioned), and the ocular/eyepiece covers are..." Read more
"...This Nikon 8x25 8.2 degrees WF is easier to steady and it still delivers a sharp and bright image with reasonable magnification." Read more
"...In any case, minus one star for loosing collimation a bit too easily.)" Read more
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In my opinion the protective lense covers were way too loose. I think you could easily lose them. I did like how compact the binoculars were when folded up. Nice little protective case and easily fit in my backpack. They do provide a strap, but we never used it on this trip.
Clarity was good. I also took my Nikon camera with long range lenses, but still enjoyed the binoculars!
My only niggles are that the eyecups don't stay in their extended position well (as others have mentioned), and the ocular/eyepiece covers are separate pieces and will soon be lost if I don't rig up some sort of attachment.
Regardless, I continue to be impressed by Nikon products' value for the money, and with this not-too precious price tag, we can just focus on finding cool birds! They should last a budding explorer a long time.
If you are not sold then my best advice would be to spend about $300 to $350 on a pair of Zeiss Terra ED compact binoculars. Both binocular lines are at the top of their class.... One thing I should add... Smaller Binoculars can be a little more difficult at first than larger binoculars to find the sweet spot for your eyes to fully benefit from them. Try going to extremes .. fully spread, then compare the view with less and less spread. Turn the eyepieces from short to long and just play with the glasses for a while and you will probably find the sweet spot for your face and eyes. Every time I have ever done this it may have taken a while but when I find the right adjustments it is definitely worth the time IMO, no matter which binoculars you buy. Happy Birding!
These offer a considerably wider field of view than most other 8x25's- 8 degrees vs. the more common 6 to 6.5 degrees. It's impressive that they can produce such a wide field of view with nearly no field distortion, while remaining sharp across the field.
They feature a pretty solid close-focus distance, which makes them fun for observing flowers and insects.
They produce a high contrast image in reasonable lighting, despite their lack of phase-coated prisms. This suggests excellent anti-reflection coatings and good control of stray light.
Compared side by side to a similarly priced 8x25 porro prism binocular (Vortex Vanquish), the image has slightly less contrast, and slightly less sharpness in the finest details, but otherwise compare very favorably. The Trailblazer is lighter and far more compact, which makes them much more favorable for lightweight backpacking use.
The one drawback is that they may be a little fragile- I dropped them, contained in their padded case, from waist height while removing them from my belt. To my dismay, this knocked them out of collimation. No binocular should ever be dropped, but it happens, and while it might not be a reasonable expectation, one might hope that the binocular mechanics would be solid enough to withstand a low level padded drop. (I was able to get them back to functional by manually bending the hinge armature, which suggests the issue might be in the hinges, not the prism alignments- the bridge is quite flexible. In any case, minus one star for loosing collimation a bit too easily.)
I have been a fan of Nikon binoculars for years, so it made sense to start exploring what they had to offer. When I came across the Nikon Trailblazer 8x25 ATB Waterproof Binoculars, I almost dismissed it out of hand for being too small. Twenty years ago I purchased a 10x25 compact from another brand whose only redeeming quality was the cheap price. This time around, I did the research, and settled on Nikon’s Trailblazer after reading numerous positive reviews from many different sites.
All I can say is WOW - these are are exceptional binoculars and far better than the price would suggest!