IPD measurement for Nikon 7x35 Action Extreme

Q: From Morgen in Illinois:
I have a pair of Nikon Action Extreme 7x35 ATB Binoculars and they fit my small face when the lens are rotated to the shortest distance between the lens. I have a friend who has used my binoculars and is interested in finding out if someone from Eagle Optics can tell us the IPD measurement range of these binoculars. I curious to know myself because I would like to eventually upgrade to another pair of binoculars but will be restricted by the IPD when I begin my search.

A: The 7x35 Action Extreme's narrow IPD is 55 millimeters. Good thing too-this bino should work well for a wide variety of people.

Fixed power spotting scope eyepieces?

Q: Several years ago I purchased a spotting scope, Fujinon Super ED80, from Eagle Optics and would now like to purchase a fixed eyepiece, perhaps 30X, with good eye relief. Can you recommend something that would fit onto this scope? If responding would be easier on the phone, just let me know whom to call.

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A: Fujinon has discontinued that scope and they no longer have any eyepieces available for it, fixed power or otherwise. At one point they did make a few wide angle eyepieces for your scope. If you search around online you may be able to find a dealer that has remaining stock, otherwise you could look around for a used one.

The scope will only accept Fujinon eyepieces made specifically for it.

Q: I'm looking at your website and do not see the weight of the products listed.
Am I missing something?

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A: Good question!
The weight of products will be listed under the specifications tab on all of our product pages.
Hope this helps. Feel free to email or call for further assistance.

Eagle Optics Ranger vs. Denali binocular

Q: From Bill in Oregon:
I wanted to know the interpupilary distance on your Denali 8x42 and Ranger SRT 8X42.

I see they both are phase corrected, fully coated, BAK-4 prism lenses.

What is the big difference in these two products?

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A: Thanks for your question, Bill. The IPD of the Ranger 8x42 is 58mm and the Denali is 56mm.

There is quite a bit of difference between these two binoculars, all favoring the more expensive Rangers.

The build quality and mechanics are smoother and more precise on the Rangers. Better focus mechanism, nicer eyecup mechanics, and smoother diopter adjustment.

In addition to the mechanics, the Rangers use a higher quality optical system in regards to the lens grade and lens coatings. There are higher quality lens coatings on the Rangers. This all amounts to a binocular that will have better image resolution, more color contrast, and greater light transmission than what we are able to offer in the Denali. I would say that the difference is pretty noticeable and you would not need to consider yourself an optics expert to observe the differences.

Replacement eyepiece cover for Zeiss scope

Q: I am in need of a replacement rubber eyepiece cover for my Zeiss Diascope 65 w/ zoom. I noticed that you have the Vortex Tethered Objective Lens Cover for Binoculars that might fit. The approximate diameter of the Zeiss eyepiece is 52-53mm--it looks as if either the medium or large size would fit snugly on the Zeiss eyepiece. Is it possible, at your convenience, to see which size would fit the best over the Zeiss zoom eyepiece & email that result back to me? I would like to get the original Zeiss cover, but if the Vortex cover works, I at least would have an extra cover!

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A:

I checked the fit for a number of different lens covers and I found a pair that fit the Zeiss zoom eyepiece quite well.

They are the Vortex medium lens covers.

If you wanted to get a replacement of the original cover that came with your eyepiece, I would recommend you contact Zeiss to see if that part is available. Typically, manufacturers don't supply dealers with those type of replacement parts.

You can reach Zeiss at: 1-800-441-3005.

car window mount and tripod compatability

Q, from Candace: Is there a car window mount that accepts a quick release plate from my Manfrotto 128RC head? It would be really handy to detach my scope from the tripod and move it immediately to the car mount without having to take off the quick release plate. Are the quick release plates for tripods uniform so they can be used on different tripods? I would imagine not... A: Yes, Manfrotto does make a car window mount kit that will work with the same QR plate that you use on your 128 RC head. Regarding the universality of the plates, they are interchangeable to some extent with some of the other Bogen Manfrotto tripod heads, but more often than not won't work with tripod heads made by other manufacturers.

Choosing Binoculars?

Q:
I'm thinking of getting a new pair of binocs and noticed the Steiner Peregrine XPs.

I am looking at the Pentax DCF 8x43 also.

I have a pair of 10x42 Leupold Wind River Pinnacles that i have been using

I think that i need better light gathering ability for early and late viewing. i also want to use them for scanning for deer and possibly birding.

I have a Swarovski STS 80 as my spotting scope.

Any thoughts about the Steiners, Pentax or other choices?

The top of my price range is 1500.00 but I don't necessarily need to spend that much if I will not see a big difference.
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A: I'm not sure which Pentax binocular you're looking at. The DCF ED is a great binocular, and I would argue as sharp and bright to the edge as the Steiner. They will also carry a far more comprehensive warranty coverage than the Steiner and are less expensive.

The Pentax DCF SP is more similar to your Pinnacles, and I'd guess you wouldn't notice it being a very big step up.