{"product_id":"kowa-bd25-8x25-compact-binocular-green","title":"Kowa BD25 8x25 Compact Binocular, Green","description":"\u003cul class=\"DAV-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8x Magnification\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e25mm Objective Lenses\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6.3° Real Field of View\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e16.0mm Eye Relief\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1.8m Minimum Focus Distance\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeighs only 320g (11.3 oz)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFully Waterproof and Nitrogen Filled\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\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 BD25 8x25 Compact Binocular, Green\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kowa BD25 8x25 Compact Binocular is a roof prism binocular with a body that weighs only 320g. Its 8x magnification and 25mm objective lenses are paired with a wide 6.3° real field of view, allowing you to easily locate and track subjects. With a generous 16.0mm of eye relief and an exceptionally close minimum focus of just 1.8 meters, these binoculars focus from 1.8 m (5.9 ft) out to distant subjects.\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\u003e8x Magnification and a 6.3° Field of View\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 8x magnification suits handheld use, since lower magnification shows less hand shake, and the 25mm objective lenses gather ample light for daytime viewing. The expansive 6.3° field of view, equivalent to 110 meters at 1,000 meters, makes it easier to follow moving subjects like birds in flight or athletes on a field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully Multi-Coated Optics:\u003c\/strong\u003e The lenses are fully multi-coated and the prisms carry Kowa's C3 prism coatings, which Kowa says give high light transmission for brighter, sharper images.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3.1mm Exit Pupil:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 3.1 mm exit pupil (relative brightness 9.6, twilight factor 14.1) suits daylight viewing.\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 320g, Nitrogen-Filled, Pocket-Sized Body\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDesigned for portability, the BD25 8x25 measures just 111 x 107 x 39 mm and weighs a mere 320g. Kowa describes the BD25 as ultra compact and pocket sized, and its dual-barrel design is easy and comfortable to hold, even for long periods. The body is rubber armored to safeguard the internal lenses, and the rubber surface gives a firm grip, even in wet conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof and Nitrogen Filled:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kowa describes the BD25 as 100% waterproof, purged and sealed with nitrogen gas to prevent internal fogging.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e16.0mm Eye Relief:\u003c\/strong\u003e Kowa lists 16.0 mm of eye relief for this 8x model.\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\u003eObserving at Just 1.8 Meters: Close-Focus Capability\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA standout feature of the Kowa BD25 is its ability to focus on subjects as close as 1.8 meters (5.9 feet). This lets you view nearby subjects such as insects, flowers or museum exhibits at 8x as well as distant ones.\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 BD25 8x25 vs. 10x25: Field of View or Magnification?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe primary decision within the BD25 series is between the 8x and 10x models. The choice hinges on your primary use case and preference for a wider view versus greater detail at a distance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKowa BD25 10x25 Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 10x model provides higher magnification, resolving more fine detail on distant subjects. This can be preferable for identifying distant wildlife or reading small text from afar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKowa BD25 8x25 Advantage:\u003c\/strong\u003e The 8x model offers a significantly wider real field of view (6.3° vs. 5.0°), making it much easier to find and track moving targets. It also has a larger exit pupil (3.1mm vs. 2.5mm), resulting in a brighter image in lower light conditions and a more forgiving eye position.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor general use, hiking, and tracking fast-moving subjects like birds, the wider, brighter view of the 8x25 is often the more practical choice. For static, long-distance observation where every detail counts, the 10x25 has the edge.\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 are the main advantages of the Kowa BD25 8x25 binoculars?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Kowa BD25 8x25 stands out for its combination of high-quality optics in an extremely compact, lightweight (320g) package. Key features include a wide 6.3° field of view, a very close 1.8m minimum focus distance, 16.0mm eye relief, and a waterproof, nitrogen-filled body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow well will the Kowa BD25 8x25 perform for birdwatching in a forest?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits this use. The wide 6.3° field of view makes it easy to locate and follow fast-moving birds among trees. The 8x magnification is stable for handheld viewing, and the 3.1mm exit pupil provides a bright image in the dappled light of a forest canopy during the day.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eShould I choose the 8x25 or 10x25 Kowa BD25 model?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the \u003cstrong\u003eKowa BD25 8x25\u003c\/strong\u003e if you prioritize a wider field of view for easier tracking of moving subjects and a brighter image in low light. Choose the 10x25 model if your priority is resolving finer detail on distant, relatively static subjects. For most general-purpose use, the 8x model's wider view is more practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eCan I use the Kowa BD25 8x25 for observing insects or flowers?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The minimum focus distance of 1.8 meters (5.9 feet) lets you use the Kowa BD25 8x25 on nearby subjects, giving 8x magnified views of nearby subjects like butterflies, dragonflies, and botanical details.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eHow much eye relief does the Kowa BD25 8x25 have?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa lists 16.0mm of eye relief for the BD25 8x25 (the 10x25 lists 18.0mm). Kowa makes no specific claim about use with eyeglasses for the BD25.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"DAV-accordion-Q\"\u003eAre the Kowa BD25 8x25 binoculars durable enough for hiking and travel?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"DAV-accordion-A\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKowa describes the body as 100% waterproof, purged and sealed with nitrogen gas to prevent internal fogging, and rubber armored to safeguard the internal lenses, with a firm grip even in wet conditions. At 320g and 111 x 107 x 39 mm it is easy to carry.\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\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\u003e25 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrism Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRoof prism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens Coatings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFully multi-coated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReal Field of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6.3°\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of View at 1,000 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExit Pupil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.1 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEye Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.0 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum Focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.8 m (5.9 ft)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRelative Brightness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9.6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwilight Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e14.1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWaterproof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes, nitrogen filled\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDimensions (L x W x H)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e111 x 107 x 39 mm (4.4 x 4.2 x 1.5 in)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e320 g (11.3 oz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eColour\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUPC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e879110002583\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 BD25 8x25 Binocular\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\u003cli class=\"DAV-grid-item\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"DAV-item-title\"\u003eInstruction Manual\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\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":67954391187741,"sku":"KOW-BD25-8GR","price":389.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0753\/5280\/1565\/files\/kowa-bd25-8x25-compact-binocular-green-1_08c77017-1f61-4b1f-9eb4-1010ef6c09ad.jpg?v=1793723932","url":"https:\/\/davidastro.com\/products\/kowa-bd25-8x25-compact-binocular-green","provider":"David Astro","version":"1.0","type":"link"}