{"title":"Kowa SV III Binoculars","description":"\u003cp\u003eKowa SV III binoculars come in 8x32, 10x32, 8x42 and 10x42.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kowa-sv-iii-8x32-binocular","title":"Kowa SV III 8x32 Binocular","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x Magnification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32mm Objective Lens Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8.7° Real Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15.5mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.0 m (6.5 ft) Close Focus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof and Fogproof\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\u003eDownloads\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 SV III 8x32 Binocular\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kowa SV III 8x32 Binocular delivers a wide 8.7° real field of view, or 456 ft at 1,000 yards. Its 8x magnification and 32 mm objective lenses give a 4.0 mm exit pupil, and its wide view makes it easier to locate birds and track movement. Weighing 17.01 oz and focusing as close as 2.0 m (6.5 ft), it is comfortable for all-day use, from distant vistas to nearby details.\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\u003eFully Multi-Coated Optics with KR Protective Coating\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SV III 8x32 uses phase corrected roof prisms, which help resolution and contrast, and fully multi-coated optics that maximize light transmission for bright, crisp images with natural color. Kowa's KR protective lens coating helps resist water, dust and fingerprints, making the lenses easier to maintain in the field.\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\u003eAn Expansive 8.7° Real Field of View\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA key feature of the 8x32 model is its wide 8.7° real field of view. This wide perspective makes it significantly easier to locate subjects, such as birds in flight or wildlife moving through dense foliage, and to keep them within the frame. At a distance of 1,000 meters, this translates to a 152-meter-wide viewing area, allowing you to observe your subject in the context of its surroundings without constant panning.\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\u003eAll-Weather Ergonomics at Just 17.01 oz\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for extended use outdoors, the SV III 8x32 has a lightweight, compact polycarbonate body with durable rubber armour, weighing 17.01 oz and measuring 127 x 123 x 52 mm. Its waterproof, nitrogen-filled construction helps prevent internal fogging during temperature changes and wet-weather use. It has 15.5 mm of eye relief, soft-touch silicone twist-up eyecups and an interpupillary adjustment range of 56 to 72 mm.\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 SV III 8x32 vs. 10x32: Field of View vs. Magnification\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing between the 8x32 and its 10x32 sibling involves a direct trade-off between field of view and pulling power. The 10x32 offers greater magnification for resolving fine detail on distant, static subjects. However, the 8x32's key advantage is its significantly wider 8.7° field of view (compared to 6.7° on the 10x32), which makes it easier for locating and tracking moving targets. For birding in woodlands or general-purpose wildlife observation, the wider field of the 8x32 is often the more practical choice.\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 is the main advantage of the Kowa SV III 8x32's 8.7° field of view?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary benefit of the wide 8.7° field of view (456 ft at 1,000 yds) is the ease of finding and tracking moving subjects. This is especially valuable for birdwatching, where locating a bird in dense trees or following it in flight is critical. A wider field means less panning and a better sense of the surrounding environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I set up the Kowa SV III 8x32 if I wear eyeglasses?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kowa SV III 8x32 has \u003cstrong\u003e15.5 mm of eye relief\u003c\/strong\u003e. Kowa's manual says to use the twist-up eyecups retracted if you wear glasses and extended if you do not; with the eyecups set correctly, you obtain the full field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Kowa SV III 8x32 perform for birdwatching in a forest versus an open field?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a forest, the \u003cstrong\u003ewide 8.7° field of view\u003c\/strong\u003e is a major asset for quickly locating birds flitting between branches at close range. The \u003cstrong\u003e2.0 m close focus\u003c\/strong\u003e also allows for detailed views of nearby subjects. In an open field, the 8x magnification is ample for most distances, and the wide view helps in scanning large areas for distant raptors or flocks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat do the phase and KR coatings on the Kowa SV III 8x32 do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePhase coating\u003c\/strong\u003e on the roof prisms corrects the phase of the light so the image stays sharp and high in contrast. \u003cstrong\u003eKR coating\u003c\/strong\u003e is Kowa's protective lens coating: it helps resist water, dust and fingerprints, making the lenses easier to maintain in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eShould I choose the Kowa SV III 8x32 or the 10x32 model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003cstrong\u003eKowa SV III 8x32\u003c\/strong\u003e if your priority is a wide field of view for easily finding and tracking subjects like birds in flight or wildlife on the move. Choose the \u003cstrong\u003e10x32 model\u003c\/strong\u003e if you need more magnification to see fine details on distant, relatively stationary animals and are willing to accept a narrower field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWith a close focus of 2.0 m, what can I see with the Kowa SV III 8x32?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e2.0 m (6.5 ft) close focus\u003c\/strong\u003e makes these binoculars surprisingly useful for more than just distant subjects. You can get detailed, magnified views of butterflies on a flower, dragonflies by a pond, or even details of tree bark and insects from a comfortable distance without disturbing them.\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\u003e879110003108\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrism type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoof prism, center focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eObjective lens diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-coating, phase coating, fully multi-coated, KR coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReal field of view\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8.7°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of view at 1,000 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e152 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of view at 1,000 yd\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e456 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExit pupil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClose focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0 m (6.5 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterpupillary adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e56 - 72 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e127 x 123 x 52 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e17.01 oz\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\"\u003eBinocular\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eCase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eStrap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eObjective lens caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eEyepiece caps\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\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/kowa-sv-iii-binocular-manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"DAV-img-box\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L224 0l0 128c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l128 0 0 144-208 0c-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64l0 144-48 0c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64zm384 64l-128 0L256 0 384 128zM176 352l32 0c30.9 0 56 25.1 56 56s-25.1 56-56 56l-16 0 0 32c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-48 0-80c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 80c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-16 0 0 48 16 0zm96-80l32 0c26.5 0 48 21.5 48 48l0 64c0 26.5-21.5 48-48 48l-32 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-128c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 128c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16l0-64c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16l-16 0 0 96 16 0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\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":67954391548189,"sku":"KOW-SV-III-32-8","price":389.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/kowa-sv-iii-8x32-binocular-1_0bb4d73e-6fde-46fc-a4f6-21398585a426.jpg?v=1793723947"},{"product_id":"kowa-sv-iii-10x32-binocular","title":"Kowa SV III 10x32 Binocular","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10x Magnification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e32mm Objective Lens Diameter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.7° Real Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15.5mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2.0 m (6.5 ft) Close Focus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16.8 oz Weight\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\u003eDownloads\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 SV III 10x32 Binocular\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kowa SV III 10x32 binocular delivers 10x magnification for resolving distant details, using 32 mm objective lenses in a body that weighs 16.8 oz. Its optical system provides a 6.7° real field of view (351 ft at 1,000 yards), and it focuses as close as 2.0 m (6.5 ft). It has 15.5 mm of eye relief and twist-up eyecups.\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\u003ePhase-Coated Prisms and a 6.7° Field of View\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa builds the SV III series with phase corrected roof prisms and fully multi-coated optics that maximize light transmission. This combination produces bright, crisp images with natural color, which helps when distinguishing subtle plumage details. The 6.7° field of view translates to a 117-meter-wide scene at 1,000 meters, giving you enough breadth to locate and track moving subjects like birds in flight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKowa KR Coating:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kowa's KR protective lens coating helps resist water, dust and fingerprints, protecting the lenses from dirt and residue and making them easier to maintain in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePhase Correction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Phase correction of the roof prisms helps the optical system keep resolution and contrast high.\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\u003eA 16.8 oz All-Weather Polycarbonate Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned to be comfortable for all-day use, the Kowa SV III 10x32 has a lightweight, compact polycarbonate body weighing 16.8 oz and measuring 127 x 123 x 52 mm. Its waterproof, nitrogen-filled construction helps prevent internal fogging during temperature changes and wet-weather use. A durable rubber-armored body adds protection and confidence when conditions get challenging.\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\u003e15.5mm Eye Relief and 2.0m Close Focus\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SV III 10x32 is built for comfortable and flexible observation. It has 15.5 mm of eye relief and soft-touch silicone twist-up eyecups. Kowa's manual says to use the eyecups retracted if you wear glasses and extended if you do not; set correctly, they give the full field of view. The binocular's ability to focus down to just 2.0 meters (6.5 ft) makes it useful not just for distant wildlife but also for observing nearby subjects like butterflies, insects, or birds at a feeder in crisp detail.\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 SV III 10x32 vs. 8x32: Detail vs. Wider Views\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary trade-off between the 10x32 and its 8x32 sibling is magnification versus field of view. The 8x32 model offers a significantly wider 8.7° real field of view, making it easier to scan broad areas and keep fast-moving subjects in frame, which suits dense woodland birding. The 10x32 model, however, provides 25% more magnification, giving you a distinct advantage in resolving fine details on distant or stationary subjects like raptors, shorebirds, or wildlife across open fields. Both models share the same 15.5mm eye relief and 2.0m close focus, making the choice purely dependent on your primary observing style.\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\"\u003eHow do I set up the Kowa SV III 10x32 if I wear eyeglasses?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kowa SV III 10x32 has \u003cstrong\u003e15.5 mm of eye relief\u003c\/strong\u003e and twist-up eyecups. Kowa's manual says to use the eyecups retracted if you wear glasses and extended if you do not; with the eyecups set correctly, you obtain the full field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the main difference between the Kowa SV III 10x32 and the 8x32 model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e10x32 model\u003c\/strong\u003e offers higher magnification for better resolving detail on distant subjects. The \u003cstrong\u003e8x32 model\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a wider field of view, making it easier to scan for wildlife and track fast-moving birds. The choice depends on whether your priority is detail at a distance (10x) or situational awareness (8x).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow close can I focus with the Kowa SV III 10x32 binoculars?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kowa SV III 10x32 focuses as close as \u003cstrong\u003e2.0 meters (6.5 feet)\u003c\/strong\u003e. This makes it useful not only for distant viewing but also for detailed observation of nearby subjects like butterflies, dragonflies, or birds at a feeder.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWill the Kowa SV III 10x32 be effective for identifying distant shorebirds or raptors?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, this suits the Kowa SV III 10x32. The \u003cstrong\u003e10x magnification\u003c\/strong\u003e helps you resolve the fine field marks needed to identify birds at long range, such as across mudflats or high in the sky, and the fully multi-coated optics give bright, crisp images with natural color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do the KR coatings on the Kowa SV III 10x32 help during a rainy day of birding?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa's \u003cstrong\u003eKR coating\u003c\/strong\u003e is a protective lens coating that helps resist water, dust and fingerprints, making the lenses easier to maintain in the field. The binocular itself is waterproof and nitrogen-filled to help prevent internal fogging during wet-weather use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eAre the Kowa SV III 10x32 binoculars tripod adaptable?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Kowa's SV III manual lists a \u003cstrong\u003etripod mounting socket\u003c\/strong\u003e among the binocular's parts, so it can be mounted on a tripod with a binocular tripod adapter for longer, steadier viewing.\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\u003e879110003115\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrism type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoof prism, center focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eObjective lens diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-coating, phase coating, fully multi-coated, KR coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReal field of view\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.7°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of view at 1,000 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e117 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of view at 1,000 yd\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e351 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExit pupil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e15.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClose focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2.0 m (6.5 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterpupillary adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e56 - 72 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e127 x 123 x 52 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.8 oz\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\"\u003eBinocular\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eCase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eStrap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eObjective lens caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eEyepiece caps\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\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/kowa-sv-iii-binocular-manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"DAV-img-box\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L224 0l0 128c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l128 0 0 144-208 0c-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64l0 144-48 0c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64zm384 64l-128 0L256 0 384 128zM176 352l32 0c30.9 0 56 25.1 56 56s-25.1 56-56 56l-16 0 0 32c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-48 0-80c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 80c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-16 0 0 48 16 0zm96-80l32 0c26.5 0 48 21.5 48 48l0 64c0 26.5-21.5 48-48 48l-32 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-128c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 128c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16l0-64c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16l-16 0 0 96 16 0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\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":67954391580957,"sku":"KOW-SV-III-32-10","price":389.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/kowa-sv-iii-10x32-binocular-1_532eaa40-034a-4d6f-98d4-5588e7647b7d.jpg?v=1793723950"},{"product_id":"kowa-sv-iii-8x42-binocular","title":"Kowa SV III 8x42 Binocular","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x Magnification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e42mm Objective Lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7.2° Real Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20.0mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully Multi-Coated Optics with KR Protective Coating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighs Only 19.2 oz\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\u003eDownloads\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 SV III 8x42 Binocular\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kowa SV III 8x42 Binocular delivers a bright, expansive view through its 42mm objective lenses and versatile 8x magnification. Its wide 7.2° real field of view makes tracking subjects easier, and it offers 20.0mm of eye relief with twist-up eyecups. Weighing 19.2 oz, it is lightweight and balanced for all-day use in the field.\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\u003eFully Multi-Coated 42mm Lenses with KR Protection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa applies a full suite of optical technologies to the SV III 8x42. The 42mm objective lenses gather ample light for bright images, which are sharpened by phase-coated roof prisms that correct for optical shifts and increase contrast. The optics are fully multi-coated to maximize light transmission for bright, crisp images with natural color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor durability in the field, the lenses carry Kowa's KR protective coating, which helps resist water, dust, and fingerprints, making the lenses easier to maintain in the field. A durable rubber-armored body adds protection, and the waterproof, nitrogen-filled construction helps prevent internal fogging during temperature changes and wet-weather use.\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\u003eA 19.2 oz Body with 20.0mm of Eye Relief\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for comfort during long observation sessions, the Kowa SV III 8x42 has 20.0mm of eye relief and soft-touch silicone twist-up eyecups. Kowa's manual says to use the twist-up eyecups retracted if you wear glasses and extended if you do not, and that setting them correctly gives the full field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 19.2 oz, the lightweight polycarbonate body is balanced and comfortable for all-day use. The center focus wheel brings the subject into sharp focus, and the diopter adjustment ring compensates for differences between your left and right eyesight.\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\u003eA Wide 7.2° Field of View for Easy Subject Tracking\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SV III 8x42's 7.2° real field of view is a key advantage for observing moving subjects. This translates to a viewing area of 126 meters at a distance of 1,000 meters, making it easier to locate birds in flight, follow wildlife through dense foliage, or scan broad landscapes. A wider field allows you to acquire subjects more quickly and keep them in view as they move.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClose focus is 3.0 m (9.8 ft).\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 SV III 8x42 vs. 10x42: Field of View or Magnification?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoosing between the 8x42 and its 10x42 sibling involves a direct trade-off between magnification and viewing characteristics. The 10x42 model offers greater image scale, which is useful for identifying fine details on distant, stationary subjects. However, the 8x42 presents several distinct advantages for all-around use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWider Field of View:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 8x42's 7.2° real field of view is wider than the 10x42's, making it easier to track fast-moving subjects and scan for wildlife.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBrighter Image:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 8x42's 5.3mm exit pupil is larger than the 10x42's, giving a brighter image in low-light conditions like dawn or dusk.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGreater Stability:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lower 8x magnification is less sensitive to hand-shake, providing a steadier, more comfortable view during prolonged hand-held observation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLonger Eye Relief:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 8x42 has 20.0mm of eye relief, longer than the 10x42's.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\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\"\u003eIs the Kowa SV III 8x42 good for birding in forests or dense habitats?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, it suits these environments. The wide \u003cstrong\u003e7.2° field of view\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it much easier to locate and follow birds that move quickly through trees and undergrowth. The bright \u003cstrong\u003e5.3mm exit pupil\u003c\/strong\u003e also helps maintain a clear view in the lower light found under a dense canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow does the Kowa SV III 8x42 perform in low light, like at dawn or dusk?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kowa SV III 8x42 performs very well in low light. The combination of \u003cstrong\u003e8x magnification\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003e42mm objective lenses\u003c\/strong\u003e creates a large \u003cstrong\u003e5.3mm exit pupil\u003c\/strong\u003e. This allows more light to reach your eye, resulting in a brighter image compared to binoculars with a smaller exit pupil, such as a 10x42 model.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the benefit of the 20.0mm eye relief on the Kowa SV III 8x42?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003e20.0mm eye relief\u003c\/strong\u003e is the distance behind the eyepiece at which the full field of view is seen, so you can hold the binocular a comfortable distance from your eyes. Kowa's manual says to use the twist-up eyecups retracted if you wear glasses and extended if you do not, and that setting them correctly gives the full field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I mount the Kowa SV III 8x42 on a tripod?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Kowa's manual lists a tripod mounting socket among the binocular's parts. Connecting it to a tripod needs a binocular tripod adapter, which is not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eShould I choose the Kowa SV III 8x42 or the 10x42 model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003cstrong\u003e8x42\u003c\/strong\u003e if you prioritize a wider field of view for tracking moving subjects, a brighter image in low light, a more stable hand-held view, and longer eye relief. Choose the \u003cstrong\u003e10x42\u003c\/strong\u003e if your primary need is resolving the finest details on distant, relatively static subjects and you are less concerned with the trade-offs in field of view and brightness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow do I clean the lenses on my Kowa SV III 8x42 with the KR coating?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe KR coating helps the lenses resist water, dust, and fingerprints, making them easier to maintain. Kowa's manual says to remove dust and dirt with a blower or by gently wiping with a soft, oil-free cloth, then lightly wipe with an eyeglass cleaning cloth, gauze, or lens cleaning paper moistened with a small amount of lens cleaner.\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\u003e879110003122\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrism Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoof prism, center focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e8x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eObjective Lens Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-coating, phase coating, fully multi-coated, KR coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReal Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.2°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of View at 1,000 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e126 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of View at 1,000 yd\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e377 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExit Pupil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5.3 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClose Focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0 m (9.8 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterpupillary Adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e56 - 72 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e149 x 127 x 54 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19.2 oz\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\"\u003eBinocular\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eCase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eStrap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eObjective lens caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eEyepiece caps\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\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/kowa-sv-iii-binocular-manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"DAV-img-box\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L224 0l0 128c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l128 0 0 144-208 0c-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64l0 144-48 0c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64zm384 64l-128 0L256 0 384 128zM176 352l32 0c30.9 0 56 25.1 56 56s-25.1 56-56 56l-16 0 0 32c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-48 0-80c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 80c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-16 0 0 48 16 0zm96-80l32 0c26.5 0 48 21.5 48 48l0 64c0 26.5-21.5 48-48 48l-32 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-128c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 128c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16l0-64c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16l-16 0 0 96 16 0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\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":67954391613725,"sku":"KOW-SV-III-42-8","price":419.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/kowa-sv-iii-8x42-binocular-1_497e39ce-7498-42f5-a2c9-3e18a6c10177.jpg?v=1793723952"},{"product_id":"kowa-sv-iii-10x42-binocular","title":"Kowa SV III 10x42 Binocular","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10x Magnification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e42mm Objective Lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e7.0° Real Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16.5mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e9.8 ft (3.0 m) Close Focus\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWaterproof, Fogproof, Nitrogen-Filled Body\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\u003eDownloads\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 SV III 10x42 Binocular\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kowa SV III 10x42 Binocular delivers detailed, long-range views with its powerful 10x magnification and bright 42mm objective lenses. Its optical system provides a 7.0° real field of view, translating to a generous 122 meters at 1,000 meters, with a 4.2mm exit pupil. Close focus is 3.0 m (9.8 ft), and the binocular weighs 19.2 oz.\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\u003eA 7.0° Field of View with Phase-Coated Prisms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa's optical design combines fully multi-coated lenses with phase-coated roof prisms to maximize light transmission, color fidelity, and contrast. Kowa describes the result as bright, crisp images with natural color and impressive detail. The 7.0° real field of view makes it easy to locate subjects and track them in motion, whether you're scanning a distant ridgeline or following birds in flight.\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\u003eA 19.2 oz Waterproof and Field-Ready Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEngineered for outdoor use, the Kowa SV III 10x42 features a lightweight 19.2 oz polycarbonate body with durable rubber armor and waterproof, nitrogen-filled construction that helps prevent internal fogging during temperature changes and wet-weather use. The lenses carry Kowa's KR protective coating, which helps resist water, dust, and fingerprints, making them easier to maintain in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SV III 10x42 has 16.5mm of eye relief and soft-touch silicone twist-up eyecups. Kowa's manual says to use the twist-up eyecups retracted if you wear glasses and extended if you do not, and that setting them correctly gives the full field of view.\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 SV III 10x42 vs. 8x42: Magnification vs. Field of View\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe choice between the 10x42 and its 8x42 sibling comes down to a classic trade-off between power and field of view. The 8x42 model offers a wider field of view, a larger exit pupil for better low-light performance, and longer eye relief. This suits scanning wide areas or use in twilight conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SV III 10x42, however, provides greater magnification, allowing you to resolve finer details on distant subjects. If your primary goal is identifying small birds at a distance or getting a closer look at wildlife, the extra power of the 10x model is the main advantage, despite the slightly narrower 7.0° field of 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\"\u003eHow does the Kowa SV III 10x42's 7.0° field of view perform for birdwatching?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 7.0° real field of view (which translates to 367 ft at 1,000 yards) is well-suited for many birdwatching scenarios. It provides enough breadth to easily locate birds in trees or scan across a shoreline, while the 10x magnification helps in identifying field marks from a distance. For tracking fast-moving birds in flight, some users may prefer the wider field of the 8x42 model, but the 10x42 offers a great balance for general use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eIs the 16.5mm eye relief on the Kowa SV III 10x42 comfortable for eyeglass wearers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe SV III 10x42 has 16.5mm of eye relief. Kowa's manual says to use the twist-up eyecups retracted if you wear glasses and extended if you do not, and that setting them correctly gives the full field of view.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat is the main difference between the Kowa SV III 10x42 and the 8x42 model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary difference is the trade-off between magnification and field of view. The \u003cstrong\u003eKowa SV III 10x42\u003c\/strong\u003e offers higher magnification for more detailed views of distant objects. The \u003cstrong\u003e8x42 model\u003c\/strong\u003e provides a wider field of view, making it easier to scan large areas, and a larger exit pupil, which results in a brighter image in low-light conditions like dawn and dusk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eWhat does the KR Coating on the Kowa SV III 10x42 lenses do?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa's KR coating is a protective lens coating that helps resist water, dust, and fingerprints. This makes the lenses easier to maintain in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the Kowa SV III 10x42 for viewing subjects closer than 9.8 feet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, the specified minimum close focus distance for the Kowa SV III 10x42 is 3.0 meters, or 9.8 feet. Objects closer than this distance cannot be brought into sharp focus. They suit general wildlife and nature observation rather than close-range subjects like insects.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eAre the Kowa SV III 10x42 binoculars waterproof?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. Kowa describes the SV III as fogproof and waterproof, with nitrogen-filled construction that helps prevent internal fogging during temperature changes and wet-weather use. If it gets wet, Kowa's manual advises wiping it dry as soon as possible.\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\u003e879110003139\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrism Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoof prism, center focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eObjective Lens Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e42 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMulti-coating, phase coating, fully multi-coated, KR coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReal Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e7.0°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of View at 1,000 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e122 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of View at 1,000 yd\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e367 ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExit Pupil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.2 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.5 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClose Focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.0 m (9.8 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInterpupillary Adjustment\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e56 - 72 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e147 x 127 x 54 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19.2 oz\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\"\u003eBinocular\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eCase\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eStrap\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eObjective lens caps\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-subtitle\"\u003e× 1\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eEyepiece caps\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\u003cul class=\"DAV-grid\"\u003e\n\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/kowa-sv-iii-binocular-manual.pdf\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003csvg class=\"DAV-img-box\" viewbox=\"0 0 512 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"\u003e\u003cpath d=\"M0 64C0 28.7 28.7 0 64 0L224 0l0 128c0 17.7 14.3 32 32 32l128 0 0 144-208 0c-35.3 0-64 28.7-64 64l0 144-48 0c-35.3 0-64-28.7-64-64L0 64zm384 64l-128 0L256 0 384 128zM176 352l32 0c30.9 0 56 25.1 56 56s-25.1 56-56 56l-16 0 0 32c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-48 0-80c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 80c13.3 0 24-10.7 24-24s-10.7-24-24-24l-16 0 0 48 16 0zm96-80l32 0c26.5 0 48 21.5 48 48l0 64c0 26.5-21.5 48-48 48l-32 0c-8.8 0-16-7.2-16-16l0-128c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16zm32 128c8.8 0 16-7.2 16-16l0-64c0-8.8-7.2-16-16-16l-16 0 0 96 16 0zm80-112c0-8.8 7.2-16 16-16l48 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 32 32 0c8.8 0 16 7.2 16 16s-7.2 16-16 16l-32 0 0 48c0 8.8-7.2 16-16 16s-16-7.2-16-16l0-64 0-64z\" fill=\"#0047a7\"\u003e\u003c\/path\u003e\u003c\/svg\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eDownload Manual\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/a\u003e\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":67954391646493,"sku":"KOW-SV-III-42-10","price":419.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/kowa-sv-iii-10x42-binocular-1_7d6c98eb-4461-48d8-85ca-b8d163059a03.jpg?v=1793723954"}],"url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/en-us\/collections\/kowa-sv-iii-binoculars.oembed","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}