German Precision Optics PASSION SD 8x42 Binoculars - Black
Experience reliable, high-quality optics with the German Precision Optics PASSION SD 8x42 engineered with German-designed lenses and premium Standard Definition (SD) optics for clear, crisp detail, true-to-life color, and balanced contrast in all lighting conditions. The 8x magnification provides a wide, stable field of view, making these binoculars perfect for birding, hiking, wildlife observation, and everyday outdoor adventures where clarity and portability matter. Well-balanced and comfortable to hold, the PASSION SD 8x42 features smooth, precise focus and a rugged waterproof, nitrogen-purged construction built to perform in real-world conditions. This is dependable German optical performance in a versatile, high-quality package—once you look through them, you’ll understand the passion behind the name.
-Nathan (Technical Advisor)
The PASSION™ SD 8×42 and 10×42 with the x42 objective capture residual light very well and enable observation experiences deep into the twilight. The ergonomic design and low weight make them easy to operate with one hand.
- Prism type BAK4 Roof
- Magnification 8x
- Field of view (FOV) at 1,000y 366
- Field of view (FOV) at 1,000m 122
- Objective diameter (mm) Effective diameter 42
- Ocular diameter (mm) Effective diameter 23.7
- Exit pupil diameter (mm) Measurement of the pupillary ocular beam 5.25
- Eye Relief (inches) From the last optical surface 0.68
- Eye Relief (mm) From the last optical surface 17.3
- Housing magnesium
- Close focus (feet) Shortest focal distance 9.8
- Close focus (metres) Shortest focal distance 3
- Inter pupillary distance (IPD) Centre pupil to centre pupil measurement 56 – 76
- Dioptric compensation range -5/+5
- Waterproof Mbars 100
- Transmission Daylight ISO 14490-5
- Height (inches) Without covers 2.16
- Height (mm) Without covers 55
- Weight (ounces) Without covers 24.05
- Weight (grams) Without covers 660
- Length (inches) At outside diameter 5.7
- Length (mm) At outside diameter 146
- Width (inches) Fully extended 5.3
- Width (mm) Fully extended 135
- Accessories included with the purchase Instruction manual, cleaning cloth, hard case, neoprene neck strap, objective and ocular covers
- German Precision Optics PASSION SD 8x42 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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