*See specifications table below for your exact model.
THE KITE OPTICS REVOLUTION IS HERE. Kite Optics innovative STABILIZED binoculars redefine quality and accuracy. AFFORDABLE WITHOUT COMPROMISE!
Revolutionary APC stabilization system that allows stable viewing from moving vehicles, boats, aircraft and other unstable platforms. That's about 15' of correction from 100 yards away.
2°-3° Correction Angle* eliminates bounce from your vehicle
IPX 6/7 waterproof rating* with nitrogen gas filled anti-fog glass
The lightest and smallest >40mm stabilized binocular ever made
Instantly turns on and off when brought to and away from your eyes
*See specifications table below for your exact model.
Trust Kite Optics pro/military grade stabilization system that allows stable viewing from driving vehicles, boats, aircraft and other unstable platforms.
In other words, if you were on a rescue ship watching a distressed vessel (or man over board) in 15' seas bouncing up and down from 100 yards away, he would appear perfectly still in our binoculars, 6x better than our best competitor.
Shop NowThe stabilized binoculars are equipped with KITE’s APC system (angle power control). Without having to switch the button, it will put the stabilizing electronics to sleep mode when the instrument is in rest position (hanging from the neck) , and automatically activate the unit when you start observing again. This results in a huge increase of battery life and comfort of use.
36-120 HOUR BATTERY LIFE WITH APC POWER SAVING
The APC 42 binocular has 2 battery boxes. Each battery box holds 2 standard AA batteries. One battery box contains 2 functional AA batteries that will run for 60 hours. The other box contains 2 spare AA batteries. After the first 60 hours, simply switch be batteries and continue for another 60 hours. Intelligent features such as the KITE APC system (angle power control) will put the stabilizing electronics in sleep mode when the instrument is in rest position (hanging from the neck) , and automatically activate the unit when you start observing again. This results in a huge increase of battery life and usage comfort. And regardless of its position (rest or active), after 90 minutes the instrument will automatically switch off for energy saving.
The stabilization capacity of the APC goes beyond the suppression of image vibrations caused by wind or hand trembling. Its stabilization capacity is 2x to 3x larger than that of other consumer stabilizers binoculars. APC stabilized binoculars have a military grade capacity stabilization system that allows stable viewing from driving vehicles, boats, aircrafts and other unstable platforms.
The APC 42 is fully waterproof. The optical system and electronics are sealed to result in an IPX 7 waterproof rating. It can handle any kind of rain shower and can even be submerged to 1 meter depth for a maximum of 30 minutes. The system is nitrogen gas filled, to prevent internal fogging.
The STABILIZED APC NAVATAQ 42 has a shock absorbing silicone armoring, that allows attaching of every loose part such the battery covers or lens protection covers. The durable rubber fold down eyecup allows comfortable viewing and minimizes lateral light entry.
The instrument is lighter than most conventional binoculars. The innovative stabilization system and optical system are engineered so that the STABILIZED (APC 42) is the lightest and smallest sized >40mm stabilizer binocular ever made.
10x, 12x or 16x power. 30mm or 42mm lens diameter for maximum image quality. Three colors: Black, Marine Blue or Sage Green.
Nature 30mm
| 10×30 | 12×30 | |
|---|---|---|
| Magnification | 10x | 12x |
| Objective lens diameter (mm) | 30 | 30 |
| Exit pupil (mm) | 3 | 2.5 |
| Min. close focus (m) | 2.6 | 2.6 |
| Field of view (m/1000m) | 96 | 91 |
| Field of view (degrees) | 5.5 | 5.2 |
| eye relief (mm) | 17 | 17 |
| interpupillary distance (mm) | 74-54 | 74-54 |
| Height (mm) | 165 | 165 |
| max width (mm) | 133 | 133 |
| min width folded (mm) | 113 | 113 |
| Weight (g) | 615 | 620 |
| Twilight factor | 17.3 | 19 |
| dioptric compensation (+/-) | 3 | 3 |
| waterproof | IPX 6 | IPX 6 |
| gas filled | no | no |
| functional temperature | -10°C / 50°C | -10°C / 50°C |
| light transmisson (%) | 86 | 84 |
| warranty (years)* | 30 | 30 |
| * warranty electronics (years) | 2 | 2 |
| stabilisation correction angle (degrees) | 3 | 3 |
| battery life (hours) | 36 | 36 |
| angle power control (APC) | yes | yes |
| sleep timer (minutes) | yes (90) | yes (90) |
| low battery indicator | yes | yes |
| batteries (not included) | 2x AA | 2x AA |
Nature 42mm
| 12×42 | 16×42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Magnification | 12x | 16x |
| Objective lens diameter (mm) | 42 | 42 |
| Exit pupil (mm) | 3.5 | 2.62 |
| Min. close focus (m) | 4 | 4 |
| Field of view (m/1000m) | 67 | 68 |
| Field of view (degrees) | 3.85 | 3.9 |
| eye relief (mm) | 17 | 14 |
| interpupillary distance (mm) | 74-54 | 74-54 |
| Height (mm) | 184 | 184 |
| max width (mm) | 128 | 128 |
| min width folded (mm) | 128 | 128 |
| Weight (g) | 720 (no battery) | 735 (no battery) |
| Twilight factor | 22.4 | 25.9 |
| dioptric compensation (+/-) | 3 | 3 |
| waterproof | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| gas filled | yes | yes |
| functional temperature | -20°C / 55°C | -20°C / 55°C |
| light transmisson (%) | NC | NC |
| warranty (years)* | 30 | 30 |
| * warranty electronics (years) | 2 | 2 |
| stabilisation correction angle (degrees) | 2 | 2 |
| battery life (hours) | 120 (including use of the internal spare battery) | 120 (including use of the internal spare battery) |
| angle power control (APC) | yes | yes |
| sleep timer (minutes) | yes (90) | yes (90) |
| low battery indicator | yes | yes |
| batteries (not included) | 2x AA ( + 2xAA spare battery) | 2x AA ( + 2xAA spare battery) |
NAVATAQ 42mm
| 12×42 | 16×42 | |
|---|---|---|
| Magnification | 12x | 16x |
| Objective lens diameter (mm) | 42 | 42 |
| Exit pupil (mm) | 3.5 | 2.62 |
| Min. close focus (m) | 4 | 4 |
| Field of view (m/1000m) | 67 | 68 |
| Field of view (degrees) | 3.85 | 3.9 |
| eye relief (mm) | 17 | 14 |
| interpupillary distance (mm) | 74-54 | 74-54 |
| Height (mm) | 184 | 184 |
| max width (mm) | 128 | 128 |
| min width folded (mm) | 128 | 128 |
| Weight (g) | 825 (no battery) | 825 (no battery) |
| Twilight factor | 22.4 | 25.9 |
| dioptric compensation (+/-) | 3 | 3 |
| waterproof | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| gas filled | yes | yes |
| functional temperature | -20°C / 55°C | -20°C / 55°C |
| light transmisson (%) | NC | NC |
| warranty (years)* | 10 | 10 |
| * warranty electronics (years) | 2 | 2 |
| stabilisation correction angle (degrees) | 2 | 2 |
| battery life (hours) | 120 (including use of the internal spare battery) | 120 (including use of the internal spare battery) |
| angle power control (APC) | yes | yes |
| sleep timer (minutes) | yes (90) | yes (90) |
| low battery indicator | yes | yes |
| batteries (not included) | 2x AA ( + 2xAA spare battery) | 2x AA ( + 2xAA spare battery) |
OmegaBrandess presents KITE Optics located in Jabbeke, Belgium near the historical city Bruges. from this location they ship instruments to professional institutions, universities, nature reserves and specialist stores in over 20 countries. Although the actual production of the instrument takes place mostly at KITE's production facility in Japan, here in Jabbeke every single instrument undergoes its final finishings and meets the strictest quality control before leaving to OmegaBrandess in Bartlett, IL USA. Whenever your optics would need servicing, they will return here for the needed care and repair.
OmegaBrandess is one of the most distinguished photography equipment distributors in North America.
The history of OmegaBrandess starts all the way back in 1935 when three brothers, Fred, Rudolph, and Alfred Simmon produced a domestic enlarger for the 35mm camera format. In 1936, they chose the Greek letter ‘Omega’ as their trademark and registered it with the US Patent Office. Over the years, they adapted to the market and came out with several different enlargers.
Today, OmegaBrandess Distribution continues to expand by adding new, exclusive lines and seeking out select opportunities that will fuel the company’s growth into the coming years.
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