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Aug. 2000
The Nikon Corporation has introduced new Spotting Scopes :
Nikon Spotting Scope 80 / 80 A series.
New large objective Spotting Scope 80 (both 80 (straight type) and 80 A (angle type)) series have just become available in addition to the current Spotting Scope RAII / RAII A series to meet the strong requests from the bird watchers.
In addition to straight body type (Spotting Scope 80), 80 A feature angled body type making sketching and extended viewing much easier.
Each model employs multilayer-coated lenses. The advanced optical technologies assure extra-bright viewing for sharper, clearer images, even in low-light conditions.
The compact, lightweight and ruggedly constructed Spotting Scope 80 / 80 A series features O-ring seals for water resistance operation.
Plus, you have three (3) eyepieces to choose from : such as 20x/27x* and 25x/33x wide* versions and the smooth-action 15-45x/20-60x zoom* eyepiece.
Finally, all models have built-in type slide lens hood for better viewing.
All of this makes Nikon Spotting Scopes the useful tools for bird watching and many other outdoor activities.
Comes with a soft case that permits observation of subjects without having remove the scope from the case --- even when using with a tripod. Also the case is made from water-repellent material, and you can continue to obsereve subjects in light rain.
Major features
Specifications (when used with 20/27x* eyepiece)
| 80 | 80 A | RAII | RAII A | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Magnification | 27x | 20x | ||
| Effective objective diameter | 80 mm | 60 mm | ||
| Angular field of view (Real) | 1.9 degree | 2.5 degree | ||
| Angular field of view (Apparent) | 50 degree | |||
| Field of view at 1,000 m | 33 m | 44 m | ||
| Exit pupil | 3.0 mm | |||
| Relative Brightness | 9.0 | |||
| Eyerelief | 14.5 mm | |||
| Length (Body only) (mm) (approx.) | 390 | 385 | 281 | 277 |
| Width (Body only) (mm) (approx.) | 95 | 84 | ||
| Weight (Body only) (g) (approx.) | 1,400 | 1,430 | 900 | 925 |
| Type | Straight body | Angled body | Straight body | Angled body |
