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The Vixen Astronomical BT81S-A Binoculars provide a spectacular view of comets, star clusters, and other astronomical targets. The 45° eyepiece angle provides a very comfortable view when using these binoculars for either astronomy or long distance terrestrial viewing. The mechanics have been redesigned compared with the older model, making them 100mm shorter in length, 40mm lower in height, and 2 lbs lighter, providing a very compact body for the aperture.
The 81mm objective lens is coated with a magnesium-fluorite anti-reflective coating to boost the brightest of the image. The focuser end accepts standard 1.25" astronomical eyepieces (sold separately). It is recommended not to use eyepieces with shorter focal length (higher magnification) than 10mm with the BT81S-A. Weighs 9lbs 1oz. Designed and Manufactured in Japan.
This product is serviced and supported by its manufacturer according to the terms and conditions included in the packaged product. Orion's limited warranty does not apply. Please contact the manufacturer directly for technical support.
For telescopes, the optical diameter (also known as aperture) is the size of a telescope's main light-collecting lens or primary mirror, measured in millimeters or inches. Telescopes with larger optical diameters collect more light, which leads to an increase in brightness and image resolution compared to smaller instruments.
For binoculars, the optical diameter (also known as objective lens diameter) is the size of each of the front-facing objective lenses of a binocular measured in millimeters. Binoculars with larger objective lenses collect more light, which increases image resolution and brightness. Binoculars with larger objective lenses are recommended for low light situations, and binoculars with at least 50mm or larger objective lenses are recommended for pleasing astronomical observations at night.
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