{"product_id":"kowa-te-11wz-ii-wide-angle-zoom-eyepiece","title":"Kowa TE-11WZ II Wide Angle, Zoom Eyepiece","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWide-Angle Zoom Eyepiece for Kowa TSN-99\/88\/77\/66 Scopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e30-70x Magnification on TSN-99 Series Scopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25-60x Magnification on TSN-88\/77\/66 Series Scopes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e17mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eXD Lenses for Crisp Images and True Color\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTwist-Up Eyecup\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c!-- more --\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003eDescription\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFAQ\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn the Box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"tabs-content\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"active\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section-center\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eKowa TE-11WZ II Wide Angle, Zoom Eyepiece\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eKowa TE-11WZ II Wide Angle, Zoom Eyepiece\u003c\/strong\u003e is Kowa's wide angle zoom eyepiece for its TSN-99, TSN-88, TSN-77 and TSN-66 spotting scopes, delivering 30-70x magnification on the TSN-99 series and 25-60x on the TSN-88, TSN-77, and TSN-66 series. It uses XD (extra-low dispersion) lenses, which Kowa says deliver crisp images and true color, and Kowa lists 17mm of eye relief with a twist-up eyecup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKowa TE-11WZ II Compatibility: For TSN-99, 88, 77 \u0026amp; 66 Scopes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa lists this eyepiece for four spotting scope series. It is also the zoom eyepiece in Kowa's TSN-99, TSN-88 and TSN-66 PROMINAR ZM sets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTSN-99 PROMINAR Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e 99mm pure fluorite crystal scopes; 30-70x with this eyepiece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTSN-88 PROMINAR Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e 88mm pure fluorite crystal scopes; 25-60x with this eyepiece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTSN-77 Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25-60x with this eyepiece, per kowaoptics.com.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTSN-66 PROMINAR Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e 66mm pure fluorite crystal compact scopes; 25-60x with this eyepiece.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa does not list the TE-11WZ II for the TSN-82SV, TSN-660M or TSN-600; for those scopes it lists the TE-9Z, TE-14WD and TE-17HD eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e30-70x on TSN-99 \u0026amp; 25-60x on TSN-88\/77\/66 Scopes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe magnification and field of view delivered by the TE-11WZ II are determined by the focal length of the spotting scope body it is attached to. On the TSN-99 it gives a higher range than on the TSN-88, TSN-77 and TSN-66, which share the same 25-60x range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith TSN-99 Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnification of 30-70x, providing a field of view from 115 feet down to 66 feet at 1,000 yards.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWith TSN-88 and TSN-66 Series:\u003c\/strong\u003e Magnification of 25-60x, providing a field of view from 138 feet down to 75 feet at 1,000 yards. Kowa gives the TSN-77 magnification (25-60x) but no field of view for it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eXD Lens Construction for Chromatic Aberration Control\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TE-11WZ II uses Kowa XD lenses, which Kowa says deliver crisp images and true color. Extra-low dispersion glass reduces chromatic aberration (color fringing), which can soften fine detail at high magnification.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa states nothing further about the optical design or coatings of the TE-11WZ II.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e17mm Eye Relief with Twist-Up Eyecup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa lists 17mm of eye relief for the TE-11WZ II (17.0 mm on the TSN-99 page) and describes it as generous eye relief via the twist-up eyecup. Kowa gives a single figure and does not say whether it varies across the zoom range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwist the eyecup up or down to set your eye at the right distance from the lens. Kowa makes no further eyeglass-wearer claim and does not describe eyecup stops.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDigiscoping with the TE-11WZ II\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa explicitly designed the TE-11WZ II to be \"very well suited for digiscoping.\" The TSN-99, TSN-88 and TSN-66 bodies it fits have an adapter accessory collar for Kowa digiscoping adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith a Kowa digiscoping adapter, Kowa describes the scope as becoming a super telephoto lens system. Kowa does not name a specific adapter for this eyepiece in its material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFitting and Removing the Eyepiece\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TSN-99, TSN-88 and TSN-66 bodies have an eyepiece release button, which you press to remove the eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa's material does not give a step by step fitting procedure for this eyepiece: follow the instruction manual of your spotting scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eField Care and Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa's material gives no care instructions specific to the TE-11WZ II. Store it in a dry place, protected from dust, when it is off the scope.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo clean the lens, first remove loose dust with a blower, then wipe gently with lens cleaning fluid on a soft cloth, such as the cleaning cloth Kowa includes with its TSN-99, TSN-88 and TSN-66 bodies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKowa's Limited Lifetime North American Warranty\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen purchased from an authorized North American retailer, your Kowa TE-11WZ II eyepiece is protected by a Limited Lifetime Warranty for the original owner. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use. Kowa stands behind its products and will, at its discretion, repair or replace any eyepiece found to have such defects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt does not cover damage from unauthorized repair, alteration, abuse or misuse, or normal wear and tear; lens caps, cases, pouches and straps are covered for their lifetime but not for accidental loss. Kowa requests product registration within 30 days of purchase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-bg-light\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-section\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTE-11WZ II vs. TE-80XW: Choosing Between Zoom and Fixed Wide-Field\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa offers another eyepiece for the same scope bodies: the TE-80XW Extreme Wide Angle. Figures below are Kowa's.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKowa TE-11WZ II (Zoom):\u003c\/strong\u003e The key advantage is flexibility. You can scan at low power (25x on TSN-88\/66, 30x on TSN-99) to locate a subject, then zoom in to high power (60x or 70x) without changing eyepieces. Field of view: 138 to 75 ft at 1,000 yds on TSN-88\/66, 115 to 66 ft on TSN-99.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKowa TE-80XW (Fixed):\u003c\/strong\u003e This eyepiece offers a fixed magnification (40x on TSN-99, 35x on TSN-88\/66). On TSN-88\/66 Kowa lists 147.6 ft at 1,000 yds at 35x, wider than the zoom's 138 ft at 25x. Eye relief is 17 mm and weight 1.06 lb (the TE-11WZ II weighs 0.80 lb).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the TE-11WZ II for a range of magnifications in one eyepiece, or the TE-80XW for a single, wider fixed view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat magnification does the Kowa TE-11WZ II provide on a TSN-88A scope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn any Kowa TSN-88 series spotting scope, including the angled TSN-88A, the \u003cstrong\u003eKowa TE-11WZ II provides a magnification range of 25x to 60x\u003c\/strong\u003e. The field of view at 1,000 yards is 138 feet at 25x and 75 feet at 60x.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the Kowa TE-11WZ II eyepiece on my TSN-82SV scope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa lists the TE-11WZ II only for the \u003cstrong\u003eTSN-99, TSN-88, TSN-77 and TSN-66\u003c\/strong\u003e series. For the TSN-82SV, Kowa lists the TE-9Z, TE-14WD and TE-17HD eyepieces.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat eye relief and eyecup does the TE-11WZ II have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa lists \u003cstrong\u003e17mm of eye relief\u003c\/strong\u003e and describes it as generous eye relief via the \u003cstrong\u003etwist-up eyecup\u003c\/strong\u003e. Kowa makes no specific eyeglass-wearer claim for this eyepiece.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the TE-11WZ II zoom compare to the fixed Kowa TE-80XW eyepiece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary difference is zoom range versus a wider fixed field.\n\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTE-11WZ II\u003c\/strong\u003e offers a \u003cstrong\u003e25-60x (TSN-88\/66) or 30-70x (TSN-99) zoom range\u003c\/strong\u003e, so you can find and then magnify subjects without swapping eyepieces.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eTE-80XW\u003c\/strong\u003e has a fixed magnification (35x on TSN-88\/66, 40x on TSN-99). On the TSN-88 and TSN-66 it shows 147.6 ft at 1,000 yds at 35x, against 138 ft at 25x for the TE-11WZ II.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\nBoth have 17 mm eye relief per Kowa.\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat does \"XD Lenses\" mean for the Kowa TE-11WZ II?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"XD\" refers to \u003cstrong\u003eextra-low dispersion glass\u003c\/strong\u003e, which reduces chromatic aberration (false color fringing). Kowa says the TE-11WZ II's XD lenses deliver crisp images and true color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the field of view of the TE-11WZ II on a Kowa TSN-99S scope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen attached to a Kowa TSN-99 series scope, the TE-11WZ II provides a field of view of \u003cstrong\u003e115 feet at 30x magnification and 66 feet at 70x magnification\u003c\/strong\u003e, measured at a distance of 1,000 yards.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I attach the Kowa TE-11WZ II to my spotting scope?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe TSN-99, TSN-88 and TSN-66 bodies have an \u003cstrong\u003eeyepiece release button\u003c\/strong\u003e used to remove the eyepiece. Kowa's material gives no step by step procedure for this eyepiece, so follow your scope's instruction manual.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhy is this eyepiece recommended for digiscoping?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa describes the TE-11WZ II as very well suited for digiscoping. Its XD lenses deliver crisp images and true color, per Kowa, and the TSN-99, TSN-88 and TSN-66 bodies have an accessory collar for Kowa digiscoping adapters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eDoes the eye relief change when I zoom with the TE-11WZ II?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa lists a single eye relief figure of \u003cstrong\u003e17mm\u003c\/strong\u003e for the TE-11WZ II and does not state whether it varies across the zoom range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the weight of the Kowa TE-11WZ II eyepiece?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kowa TE-11WZ II eyepiece weighs \u003cstrong\u003e0.80 lbs\u003c\/strong\u003e. Its weight is consistent regardless of which compatible spotting scope it is mounted on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat warranty comes with the Kowa TE-11WZ II?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhen purchased from an authorized North American retailer, the Kowa TE-11WZ II is covered by Kowa's \u003cstrong\u003eLimited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e for the original owner. This warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship under normal use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"DAV-specifications\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e879110001227\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWide angle zoom eyepiece\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCompatible with\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKowa TSN-99, TSN-88 and TSN-66 PROMINAR spotting scopes (also TSN-77)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification on TSN-99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e30-70x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of view at 1,000 yd on TSN-99\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e115-66 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification on TSN-88 and TSN-66\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e25-60x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of view at 1,000 yd on TSN-88 and TSN-66\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e138-75 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLenses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eXD lenses\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEyecup\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwist-up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e0.80 lb\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarranty\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKowa Limited Lifetime Warranty to the original owner (authorized North American retailer)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eKowa TE-11WZ II Wide Angle, Zoom Eyepiece\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/pages\/kowa-warranty-policy\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eKowa Limited Lifetime Warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kowa","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67954385092893,"sku":"KOW-TE-11WZ-II","price":749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/kowa-te-11wz-ii-wide-angle-zoom-eyepiece-1_a1f20dfe-c76f-4ee8-be6e-b06e3c3a876e.jpg?v=1793723871","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-int\/products\/kowa-te-11wz-ii-wide-angle-zoom-eyepiece","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}