German Precision Optics PASSION SD 8x26 Binoculars - Black
Experience exceptional optics in a compact design with the German Precision Optics PASSION SD 8x26 engineered with German-designed lenses and premium standard dispersion (SD) glass for sharp detail, vivid color, and high contrast in all lighting conditions. The 8x magnification provides a wide, stable field of view, making these binoculars perfect for hiking, birding, travel, and everyday outdoor adventures. Lightweight, pocket-friendly, and ergonomically designed, the PASSION SD 8x26 features smooth precise focus and a durable waterproof, nitrogen-purged construction built to handle real-world conditions. This is premium German optical performance in an ultra-compact package—once you look through them, you’ll understand the passion behind the name.
-Nathan (Technical Advisor)
The advantages of the PASSION™ SD 8×26 and 10×26 binoculars are their compact design and handiness. This makes them the perfect companion for travel and outdoor adventures where packing space is limited.
- Prism type BAK4 Roof
- Magnification 8x
- Field of view (FOV) at 1,000y 356 ft
- Field of view (FOV) at 1,000m 119 m
- Objective diameter (mm) Effective diameter 26
- Ocular diameter (mm) Effective diameter 19.5
- Exit pupil diameter (mm) Measurement of the pupillary ocular beam 3.25
- Eye Relief (inches) From the last optical surface 0.63
- Eye Relief (mm) From the last optical surface 16
- Housing Magnesium
- Close focus (feet) Shortest focal distance 9.8
- Close focus (meters) Shortest focal distance 3
- Inter pupillary distance (IPD) Centre pupil to centre pupil measurement 56 – 72 mm
- Dioptric compensation range -5 / +5
- Waterproof 100 mbar
- Transmission Daylight ISO 14490-5
- Height (inches) Without covers 1.57
- Height (mm) Without covers 40
- Weight (ounces) Without covers 11.35
- Weight (grams) Without covers 315
- Length (inches) At outside diameter 4.6
- Length (mm) At outside diameter 117
- Width (inches) Fully extended 4.5
- Width (mm) Fully extended 115
- Accessories included with the purchase Instruction manual, cleaning cloth, hard case, neoprene neck strap, objective and ocular covers
- German Precision Optics PASSION SD 8x26 Binoculars - Black
- Instruction manual
- Cleaning cloth
- Hard case
- Neoprene neck strap
- Objective and ocular covers
What is German Precision Optics (GPO)?
-GPO GmbH (German Precision Optics) was founded in 2015 by former managers and specialists in the optics industry (with a total of over 100 years of industry experience) with the aim of offering nature-loving customers high-quality optics with significantly more features at an extremely fair price-performance ratio.
Where is GPO made?
-The final assembly of the products takes place in their international production network in Asia (Japan, Philippines, China) with final quality control taking place in Germany.
What is the GPO warranty?
-GPO grant a 10-year guarantee on optics and mechanics for all products, with the exception of products in the PASSION SD series, for which they grant a 5-year guarantee. GPO grant a 2-year guarantee on electronic components.
How would GPO compare to other brands in the same price point?
-GPO is a solid contender offering excellent glass quality and performance well beyond it's price point and giving other brands a run for their money.
Do these products qualify for the Scoped Out Guarantee (SOG)?
-Yes, these products qualify for the Scoped Out Guarantee.
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