Carson - Zen Imports
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Carson - Zen Imports
31 CARSON New York-based Carson is a leading designer of innovative, high-quality consumer optics at extraordinary value. From simple magnifiers to astronomical telescopes, Carson offers a breadth of optical products second to none. A corporate focus on R&D and technology patents ensures products are continually improved and enhanced, while new concepts are quickly developed and commercialised. 33 Carson Binocular FAQ What do numbers like 7x25mm, 8x42mm and 10x50mm mean? JK-042 Model XC JK-042 Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 10 x 42 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi Coated 93.3 m 4.2 mm 16 mm 1.8m 623.7 g Binoculars are identified by two numbers. The first is magnification power; the second is the diameter of the objective (front) lens. For example, 8 x 42mm binoculars have a magnification power of 8, and a front lens diameter of 42mm. More magnification isn’t always better, binoculars with magnification powers greater than 10 amplify the movements of your hands, making steady viewing more difficult. Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers What is exit pupil measurement, and why is it important? VP 042 Model XC VP-042 Magnification: Lens Size: Prism: Lens Coating: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Field of View: Weight: 10 x 42mm 42mm BAK-4 Fully Multi-Coated 4.2 mm 15mm 100m 691g Exit pupil is a measurement indicating how bright objects will appear when viewed in lowlight situations. A higher number means brighter images. Exit pupil size is calculated by dividing objective lens diameter by the magnification. For example, for 8 x 42mm binoculars, the exit pupil is 5.25mm. If you plan on using your binoculars in low-light situations, you should seek out models with a high exit pupil number, ideally 4mm or more. Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers What do the prisms do inside the binocular, and what are they made of? VP 042 Model XC VP-042 Magnification: Lens Size: Prism: Lens Coating: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Field of View: Weight: 10 x 42mm 42mm BAK-4 Fully Multi-Coated 4.2 mm 15mm 100m 691g The prisms inside binoculars serve to make the viewed image right-side-up. There are two kinds of prisms commonly used in binoculars: porro and roof. You can usually tell the type used – porro prism binocular lenses have an offset design, while roof prism binocular lenses are inline. Most optical prisms are made from borosilicate (BK-7) glass or barium crown (BAK-4) glass. BAK-4 is higher quality and yields brighter, sharper images. Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers Why are optical coatings important? All the optical components of binoculars (lenses and prisms) should be coated to minimise light loss and reflection problems. A poorly coated binocular can lose up to 50% of the light initially gathered through the objective lens, resulting in a poor quality image. By coating the optical components with a fine film of chemicals, light loss can be greatly decreased. The highest quality binoculars, described as “fully multi-coated”, have multiple coatings on all optical components, not just on a few surfaces. In addition to coatings, Carson offers an extra low dispersion ED lens option in the 3D Series, further enhancing image clarity. What is field-of-view, and why is it important? Field of view is the size of the area that can be viewed through the binoculars. Linear field of view is the width of area, in meters, visible at one thousand meters. Generally, the higher the magnification, the smaller the field of view. A larger field of view is more comfortable for fast moving action and wildlife viewing, but it’s likely to be slightly less crisp at the edges. Why is longer eye relief important? Longer eye relief increases your comfort by allowing you to hold the binoculars away from your face; it’s very important if you wear glasses. Most manufacturers recommend that people who wear glasses should roll down the rubber eyepiece collars before viewing. If you wear glasses, look for eye relief of 11mm or more. 34 Carson Binocular FAQ (Continued) What is close focus? Sometimes it's important to have a binocular that allows you to be as near as possible to something and still get it into focus - birding and butterfly-watching are two examples. A close focus rating indicates the minimum distance at which you can still focus on the subject you're watching. Carson's JK series offers excellent close focus viewing in a high-quality, full-size binocular. Which are the best binoculars for me? Compact binoculars (common specs: 8 x 25mm, 10 x 25mm) provide excellent daytime viewing. They're your best binocular option for weight-sensitive activities such as bushwalking and mountaineering. Mid-size binoculars (common specs: 7 x 35mm, 10 x 32) offer a happy medium of moderate weight and strong light-gathering performance. They’re suitable for virtually any activity. Full-size binoculars (common specs: 8 x 42, 10 x 50) are the best choice for wildlife viewing. They provide a wider field of view and greater brightness than other models. What type of binoculars are best for sporting events? This age-old question really comes down to personal preference. Which is more important – light weight (compact) or bright image clarity (full size)? Generally, magnification no larger than 8x with as a large field of view as possible is preferred. What type of binoculars are best for bird watching? 8x42mm are the most popular optical configuration for this activity. They provide sufficient light gathering capability and an 8x magnification allows the user to steady binoculars more easily than with higher powers. Birders should avoid ruby or orange tinted lenses because they block much of the light in the red colour spectrum. What type of binoculars are best for wildlife viewing and hunting? 10x42mm binoculars are ideal for these activities because much animal activity occurs at dusk and dawn, requiring high light-gathering capabilities and magnification at a distance. What steps can I take to maintain my binoculars? Make sure your lenses are clean at all times and keep them free of fingerprints, dirt and debris. Use a Carson Lens Cleaning System or the Carson Stuff-It to clean your lenses quickly and safely. When not in use, always replace the lens caps and store your Binoculars in a case. 35 COMPACT BINOCULARS Small and light enough to fit in a pocket, Carson’s line of compact binoculars is ideal whenever space and weight are at a premium and carrying bulky binoculars isn’t practical. They offer the same levels of magnification as full-size binoculars, but are configured to permit a smaller footprint. This trade-off means they usually don’t gather as much light as full-size binoculars, resulting in an image less crisp than their full-size cousins. Mini ZoomTM RavenTM Model Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: XC RV-826 8 x 26 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi Coated 100.6 m 3.3 mm 12 mm 3m 277g TOP BUY Model XC MZ-517 Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 5-15 x 17 mm BAK-4 Fully Coated 96/55.8 m 3.0 mm 13-10 mm 3m 198.4 g Includes: Pouch, neck strap and lens cloth. Includes: Pouch, neck strap and lens cloth. ScoutTM Mini ScoutTM Model XC JD-822 Model XC JD-718 Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 8 x 22 mm BK-7 Fully Coated 119.8 m 2.8 mm 10 mm 2.0 m 170.1 g Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 7 x 18 mm BK-7 Fully Coated 149 m 2.6 mm 10.5 mm 2.5 m 140 g Includes: Pouch, neck strap and lens cloth. Includes: Pouch, neck strap and lens cloth. Scout PlusTM Grey HawkTM Zoom Model XC JD-025 Model XC CZ-021 Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 10 x 25 mm BK-7 Fully Coated 104.2 m 2.5 mm 9.5 mm 4.8 m 280.7 g Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 10-30 x 21 mm BK-7 Multi Coated 52.7/25.6 m 3.0 mm 12-7.5 mm 2.3 m 263.7 g Includes: Pouch, neck strap and lens cloth. Includes: Pouch, neck strap and lens cloth. TrekTM TrackerTM Model XC TK-821 Model XC TZ-821 Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 8 x 21 mm BK-7 Fully Coated 111.3 m 2.6 mm 10.5 mm 4.5 m 198.4 g Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 8 x 21 mm BK-7 Fully Coated 115.5 m 2.6 mm 10.5 mm 2.7 m 192.8 g Includes: Pouch, neck strap and lens cloth. Includes: Pouch, neck strap and lens cloth. MOSSY OAK™ TREESTAND™ OutlawTM CaribouTM Model XC MO-025 Model XC MO-042 Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 10 x 25 mm BK-7 Fully Coated 92 m 2.5 mm 10 mm 4m 176g Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 10 x 42 mm BAK-4 Multi Coated 96 m 4.2 mm 16 mm 4.9 m 680g Includes: Pouch, neck strap and lens cloth. Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers and lens cloth 36 FULL SIZE BINOCULARS The JK Close Focus Series allows you to focus on an object as nearby as 1.5 meters, making them ideal for birding and wildlife viewing. Waterproof and fogproof, they feature large objective lenses, BAK-4 prisms and fully multi-coated optics for crisp, clear viewing. Twist-up eyecups stop in three positions and independent right dioptre provide optimal eye relief for all users. JK 8 x 42mm JK 10 x 42mm Model XC JK-842 Model XC JK-042 Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 8 x 42 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi Coated 97.5 m 5.3 mm 22 mm 1.5 m 609.5 g Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 10 x 42 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi Coated 93.3 m 4.2 mm 16 mm 1.8 m 623.7 g Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers and lens cloth Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers and lens cloth The VP Series represents terrific value for a high-quality, well constructed full size binocular. They are waterproof and fogproof, featuring BAK-4 prisms and fully multi-coated optics for crisp viewing. They include multi-position eyecups and independent right diopter adjustments. VP 10 x 25mm VP 8 x 32mm Model XC VP-025 Model XC VP-832 Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 10 x 25 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi-Coated 83 m 2.5 mm 14.7 mm 2.9 m 388 g Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 8 x 32 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi-Coated 130 m 4.0 mm 14.7 mm 2.0 m 516 g Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers and lens cloth Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers and lens cloth VP 8 x 42mm VP 10 x 42mm Model XC VP-842 Model XC VP-042 Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 8 x 42 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi-Coated 120 m 5.3 mm 17 mm 2.0 m 686 g Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 10 x 42 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi-Coated 100 m 4.2 mm 15 mm 2.0 m 691 g Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers and lens cloth VP 12 x 50mm Model XC VP-250 Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 12 x 50 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi-Coated 73 m 4.1 mm 18.2 mm 4.0 m 864 g Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers and lens cloth Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers and lens cloth 37 3D SERIES BINOCULARS Carson’s 3D Series combines phase-coated BAK-4 prisms with a proprietary HD optical coating to ensure the brightest, sharpest images possible in an ergonomic, shock resistant package. The 3D series is waterproof and fogproof, with extra long eye relief and twist-down eyecups. The precisely placed thumb grooves, texturing and overall lightweight makes them extremely comfortable for extended use. Within the 3D Series, the premium 10x42 ED option includes extra low dispersion ED lenses, further enhancing image clarity. All 3D Series binoculars come with a Carson BinoArmorTM deluxe carrying case system. 3D 8x32mm 3D 8x42mm Model XC TD-832 Model XC TD-842 Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 8 x 32 mm BAK 4 Fully Multi Coated 119 m 4.0 mm 16 mm 2.0 m 539 g Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 8 x 42 mm BAK 4 Fully Multi Coated 100 m 5.3 mm 16 mm 2.9 m 653 g Includes: BinoArmorTM Deluxe carry case, neck strap, shoulder harness, and lens cloth Includes: BinoArmorTM Deluxe carry case, neck strap, shoulder harness, and lens cloth 3D 10x42mm 3D 10x50mm Model XC TD-042 Model XC TD-050 Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 10 x 42 mm BAK 4 Fully Multi Coated 95 m 4.2 mm 16 mm 2.9 m 658 g Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 10 x 50 mm BAK 4 Fully Multi Coated 80 m 16 mm 5.0 mm 3.9 m 763 g Includes: BinoArmorTM Deluxe carry case, neck strap, shoulder harness, and lens cloth 3D 10x42mm ED Model XC TD-042ED Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 10 x 42 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi-Coated ED Glass 95 m 4.2 mm 16 mm 2.9 m 657 g Includes: BinoArmorTM Deluxe carry case, neck strap, shoulder harness, and lens cloth Includes: BinoArmorTM Deluxe carry case, neck strap, shoulder harness, and lens cloth 38 XM SERIES BINOCULARS Carson's flagship, award-winning XM-HD™ Series binoculars are phase-corrected and have proprietary HD optical coatings to ensure bright and sharp images. This technology significantly enhances light-gathering capabilities of the XM-HD™ Binoculars for even brighter, sharper images in low-light conditions, yielding 84.7% light transmittance in independent laboratory tests. The series features rugged construction, BAK-4 prisms, waterproof/fogproof bodies, extra long eye relief and twist-down eyecups. XM-HD 8x32mm XM-HD 8x42mm Model XC XM-832HD Model XC XM-842HD 8 x 32 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi Coated 128 m 4.0 mm 15.5 mm 3m 584 g Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 8 x 42 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi Coated 100.6 m 5.3 mm 22 mm 4m 688.9 g Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers and lens cloth Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers and lens cloth XM-HD 10x42mm XM-HD 8x50mm Model XC XM-042HD Model XC XM-050HD Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 10 x 42 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi Coated 95.7 m 4.2 mm 17 mm 4.8 m 688.9 g Magnification: Prism: Lens Coating: Field of View: Exit Pupil: Eye Relief: Close Focus: Weight: 8 x 50 mm BAK-4 Fully Multi Coated 79.9 m 6.3 mm 19 mm 5.8 m 963.9 g Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers and lens cloth Includes: Pouch, neck strap, lens covers and lens cloth 39 AimTM Model XC MTEL-50 Choosing a Carson Telescope With an 80x highest practical power rating, Aim offers value, portability and practicality in a small package. Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Tripod / Mount: Refractor 50mm 350mm f/7 20 - 80x 2.3 Kellner 20, Kellner 9 Tabletop / Altazimuth AimTM Model XC MTEL-50 With an 80x highest practical power rating, Aim offers value, portability and practicality in a small package. Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Tripod / Mount: Refractor 50mm 350mm f/7 20 - 80x 2.3 Kellner 20, Kellner 9 Tabletop / Altazimuth AimTM Model XC MTEL-50 With an 80x highest practical power rating, Aim offers value, portability and practicality in a small package. Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Tripod / Mount: Refractor 50mm 350mm f/7 20 - 80x 2.3 Kellner 20, Kellner 9 Tabletop / Altazimuth Refractor vs Reflector Carson offers two types of telescope design. Refractors use convex lenses to capture, focus and magnify images, while reflectors use concave mirrors. Both yield good results, but each has its advantages. Reflectors have a smaller footprint, can be used for terrestrial or astronomical observation, and are generally thought to yield crisper images. This means they’re good candidates for observing planetary and lunar details. On the other hand, refractors have superior light-gathering capability and are preferred for deep space observation of galaxies and stars. Aperture This is the diameter of your telescope’s objective lens or main mirror. The bigger the aperture, the more light that enters the telescope, and the more you can see. A doubling of aperture size results in a quadrupling of light gathering capability, so it’s a very important characteristic. Focal Length This is the length of the light path from the objective lens or main mirror to the focus point. AimTM Model XC MTEL-50 With an 80x highest practical power rating, Aim offers value, portability and practicality in a small package. Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Tripod / Mount: Refractor 50mm 350mm f/7 20 - 80x 2.3 Kellner 20, Kellner 9 Tabletop / Altazimuth AimTM Model F-ratio is determined by dividing focal length by aperture. The higher the f-ratio, the higher the magnification a telescope can achieve, but with the trade-off of a narrower field of view. High f-ratio telescopes (f/10 and higher) are favoured for planetary and lunar observation, while lower f-ratio telescopes (f/6 and below) provide wider fields of view, and are suitable for deep space observation. Telescopes with f-ratios in between are good for general purpose use. XC MTEL-50 With an 80x highest practical power rating, Aim offers value, portability and practicality in a small package. Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Tripod / Mount: Focal Ratio (F-Ratio) Refractor 50mm 350mm f/7 20 - 80x 2.3 Kellner 20, Kellner 9 Tabletop / Altazimuth Magnification Determined by dividing the telescope’s focal length by its eyepiece’s focal length. Atmospheric conditions greatly impact actual observed magnification results. Dark, clear conditions will allow greater magnification. AimTM Model XC MTEL-50 With an 80x highest practical power rating, Aim offers value, portability and practicality in a small package. Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Tripod / Mount: Refractor 50mm 350mm f/7 20 - 80x 2.3 Kellner 20, Kellner 9 Tabletop / Altazimuth XC MTEL-50 With an 80x highest practical power rating, Aim offers value, portability and practicality in a small package. Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Tripod / Mount: Refractor 50mm 350mm f/7 20 - 80x 2.3 Kellner 20, Kellner 9 Tabletop / Altazimuth XC MTEL-50 With an 80x highest practical power rating, Aim offers value, portability and practicality in a small package. Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Tripod / Mount: Carson includes three different eyepiece designs with its telescopes – Huygens, Kellner or Plossl. The internal design of each type differs, but they serve the same purpose, which is to focus and magnify images. With some telescopes, Carson also includes an accessory Barlow lens that doubles the magnification power of the telescope. Tripods & Mounts AimTM Model Also known as the Dawes Limit, this number indicates the level of detail that can be seen through the telescope measured in seconds of arc. The lower the number, the greater the level of detail that can be seen. Eyepieces AimTM Model Resolving Power Refractor 50mm 350mm f/7 20 - 80x 2.3 Kellner 20, Kellner 9 Tabletop / Altazimuth Altazimuth mounts allow the telescope to move up-and-down and left-and-right, permitting the user to follow objects across the sky. The advanced equatorial mount included with some Carson telescopes allows simplified tracking via one control after aligning the telescope to a polar axis. 40 TELESCOPES Carson offers several entry to mid-level telescopes for beginners and amateurs. Aim and SkyRunner are durable, portable, compact tabletop telescopes; SkySeeker is a strong choice for entrants into astronomy. All three are recommended for both terrestrial and astronomical use. The RedPlanet series of four models (two reflector, two refractor) feature higher-end fully coated optics, stronger magnification and better light-gathering capabilities, and are good choices for deeper space viewing. AimTM Model Sky SeekerTM XC MTEL-50 With an 80x highest practical power rating, Aim offers value, portability and practicality in a small package. It’s well-suited for terrestrial or astronomical observation. Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Tripod / Mount: Accessories: Weight: Refractor 50 mm 350 mm f/7 20 - 80x 2.3 Kellner 20, Kellner 9 Tabletop / Altazimuth 2x Barlow Lens 0.82 kg Includes: 2x Barlow Lens, 2x Kellner Eyepieces and table top tripod Model XC JC-1000 An excellent full-size telescope for beginners, SkySeeker offers great value and strong magnification planetary and lunar observation. Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Finderscope: Tripod / Mount: Weight: Refractor 60 mm 800 mm f/13 40 - 100x 1.9 Huyghens 20, Huyghens 8 5x24mm Aluminium / Altazimuth 3.2 kg Includes: 2 Eyepieces, 5x Finder Scope, Aluminium Tripod Sky RunnerTM Red Planet 100TM Model Model XC SV-350 Featuring a wide-angle, short-tube design, SkyRunner is designed for portability and ruggedness. It yields a wide field of view and high magnification, and is suitable for terrestrial or astronomical observation. Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Finderscope: Tripod / Mount: Accessories: Weight: Short Tube Wide Angle Refractor 70 mm 350 mm f/5 14x - 117x 1.7 Kellner 25, Kellner 6 8x21 mm Tabletop / Altazimuth 2x Barlow Lens, Nylon Carrying Case 3.1 kg Includes: 2x Barlow Lens, 2x Kellner Eyepieces and table top tripod XC RP-100 The Newtonian reflector design and fully coated optics of the RP100 give it superior clarity and light-gathering capability. It’s a strong choice for planetary observation. Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Finderscope: Tripod / Mount: Accessories: Weight: Reflector 76 mm 700 mm f/9.2 35 – 88x 1.5 Huyghens 20, Huyghens 8 10x30 mm Aluminium / U Mount Coordinate setting circles 3.6 kg Includes: H20mm and H8mm (Erecting) eyepieces and an adjustable aluminium tripod Red Planet 300TM Red Planet 200TM Model Model Carson’s premier Newtonian reflector, RP300 offers the highest resolving power and the strongest light gathering capability for deep space observation. XC RP-200 With a wide field of view, high magnification, fully coated optics and strong resolving power, RP200 ticks all the boxes for a mid-priced refractor. Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Finderscope: Tripod / Mount: Accessories: Weight: Refractor 80 mm 500 mm f/6 25x-56x 1.4 Kellner 20, Kellner 9 8x21 mm Aluminium / Horizon Mount Coordinate setting circles 3.6 kg Includes: K20mm and K9mm eyepieces, 90° corner lens and an adjustable aluminium tripod Design: Aperture: Focal Length: Focal Ratio: Magnification: Resolving Power: Eyepieces: Finderscope: Tripod / Mount: Accessories: Weight: XC RP-300 Reflector 114 mm 900 mm f/8 45 – 100x 1.0 Kellner 20, Kellner 9 6x30 mm Aluminium / Equatorial w Counterweight Coordinate setting circles 7.8 kg Includes: K20mm and K9mm eyepieces and an adjustable aluminium tripod 41 TELESCOPES (CONTINUED) Red Planet 400TM Model XC RP-400 Carson’s premier refractor offers fully coated optics, strong resolving power and a vibration damping tripod. It’s an excellent choice for detailed observation of planetary objects. Design: Short Tube Wide Angle Refractor 70 mm Aperture: 350 mm Focal Length: Focal Ratio: f/5 50x-100x Magnification: Resolving Power: 1.7 Eyepieces: Kellner 25, Kellner 6 Close Focus: 8x21 mm Finderscope: 2.9 m Tabletop / Altazimuth Tripod / Mount: 2x Barlow Lens, Accessories: Nylon Carrying Case 3.1 kg Weight: StarMap LightTM Model XC SL-11 NEW The SL-11 StarMap Light™ is a red LED flashlight for low-light use. This flashlight is great for astronomy, photographic darkrooms, or reading theatre programs without disturbing others. The StarMap Light™ comes with a handy attached keychain so you’ll have it wherever and whenever you need it. Weight: Dimensions: Batteries: 28.35g 92mm (length) x 25mm (diameter) 2 x G13A button cells (included) Includes: PL20mm and PL10mm eyepieces, 90° corner lens and an adjustable aluminium tripod MONOCULARS & SPOTTING SCOPES Monoculars are perfect when weight and size is important because they’re typically small enough to fit into a pocket or purse. Golfers use monoculars like the Hawkeye™ that have built-in reticles to judge the distance from a pin. Monoculars with very close-focus viewing capabilities are favoured by those with vision impairments or butterfly watchers. Spotting scopes are similar to monoculars, but are designed to sit on tripods for viewing distant objects at high magnifications. Close Up™ MiniMite™ Model XC CF-718 Model XC MM-618 Magnification: Lens Coating: Prism: Field of View: Close Focus: Weight: 7 x 18 mm Fully Coated K-9 143.9 m 25 cm 51 g Magnification: Lens Coating: Field of View: Weight: 6 x 18 mm Fully Coated 143 m 90 g Includes: Soft pouch, carabiner clip and lens cloth Includes: Soft pouch, carrying strap and lens cloth. Hawk Eye™ - Golf Scope Bandit™ - Quick Focus Model XC GS-718 Model XC BA-825 Magnification: Lens Coating: Prism: Field of View: Weight: 7 x 18 mm Fully Coated BK-7 115.2 m 56.7 g Magnification: Lens Coating: Prism: Field of View: Weight: 8 x 25 mm Fully Coated BK-7 119.8 m 90.7 g Features: Distance scales in both yards and meters to calculate distance from the pin. Includes: Soft pouch, carrying strap and lens cloth. X-View™ Model XC XV-732 Magnification: Lens Coating: Prism: Field of View: Close Focus: Weight: 7 x 32 mm Fully Coated BAK-4 116.1 m 45 cm 212.6 g Features: Tripod ready mount Includes: Soft pouch, carrying strap and lens cloth. Features: One handed Lever Focus Includes: Soft pouch, carrying strap and lens cloth. 42 MONOCULARS & SPOTTING SCOPES (CONTINUED) Back Country™ Aura™ 2-4x Digital Night Vision Scope Model XC SS-550 Model XC NV150 Magnification: Lens Coating: Prism: Field of View: Weight: 15-40 x 50 mm Multi Coated BK-7 43/21.9 m 666 g Magnification: IR Range: Batteries: Weight: 2x / 4x 69.8 m 3 x AAA (not included) 120 g Features: Collapses to portable 23cm. Design allows 45º or straight observation. Includes: Zoom Eyepiece, Tripod & Pouch Features: Built-in infrared illuminator. 8.5 degree angle of view. Includes: Soft pouch and wrist strap. NEW RIFLESCOPES Carson’s 3D Riflescope Series offers a level of quality and features found on much more expensive riflescopes. They’re lightweight, waterproof, fogproof and shockproof, are single-piece constructed, have fully multi-coated lenses for superb clarity, and have long 4” eye relief. Available with mildot or multiplex reticles, all 3D Series riflescopes provide for a MOA (minute of angle) adjustment and windage/elevation adjustments. 3D 344 Multiplex Model XC RS-344MP Magnification: Weight: Reticle: Field Angle: Exit Pupil: Tube Diameter: Field of view at 100m: Adjustment Graduation: 3.5-10 x 44 mm 425 g Multiplex Reticle 5.5°~2.0° ± 5% 12.5~4.4 mm ± 10% 25.4 mm 9.6 m ~ 3.5 m 1/4:1 click 3D 444 Multiplex Model XC RS-444MP Magnification: Weight: Reticle: Field Angle: Exit Pupil: Tube Diameter: Field of view at 100m: Adjustment Graduation: 4.5-14 x 44 mm 453 g Multiplex Reticle 4.4°~1.5° 9.78~3.14 mm ± 10% 25.4 mm 7.7 m ~ 2.6 m 1/4:1 click 3D Series 650 Multiplex Model XC RS-650MP Magnification: Weight: Reticle: Field Angle: Exit Pupil: Tube Diameter: Field of view at 100m: Adjustment Graduation: 6-18 x 50 mm 589 g Multiplex Reticle 3.2°~1.1° ± 5% 16.6~4.17 mm ± 10% 25.4 mm 5.6 m ~ 1.9 m 1/4:1 click Scope Armour Deluxe Model XC BA15 Wrap-around Neoprene Rifle Scope Cover 3D 444 Mildot Model XC RS-444MD Magnification: Weight: Reticle: Field Angle: Exit Pupil: Tube Diameter: Field of view at 100m: Adjustment Graduation: 4.5-14 x 44 mm 453 g Mildot Reticle 4.4°~1.5° 9.78~3.14 mm ± 10% 25.4 mm 7.7 m ~ 2.6 m 1/4:1 click 3D 650 Mildot Model XC RS-650MD Magnification: Weight: Reticle: Field Angle: Exit Pupil: Tube Diameter: Field of view at 100m: Adjustment Graduation: 6-18 x 50 mm 589 g Mildot Reticle 3.2°~1.1° ± 5% 16.6~4.17 mm ± 10% 25.4mm 5.6 m ~ 1.9 m 1/4:1 click Scope Armour Model XC BA10 Protective Neoprene Rifle Scope Cover 43 TRIPODS Carson’s TriForce™ Series offers users a lightweight, portable 3-way panhead tripod system in four different sizes. Each TriForce includes a built-in level, quick release lever, geared elevator and handy hook/handle. For even greater portability, Carson offers the pocket-sized HandiPod. TriForceTM TF-100 TriForceTM TF-200 Model XC TF-100 Model XC TF-200 Height: Features: 52.6 cm 3-Way Panhead Tripod Level Quick Release Height: Features: 147.3 cm 3-Way Panhead Tripod Level Quick Release Geared Elevator Hook and Handle TriForceTM TF-300 Model XC TF-300 Height: Features: 159 cm 3-Way Panhead Tripod Level Quick Release Geared Elevator Hook and Handle TriForceTM TF-400 Model XC TF-400 Height: Features: 165 cm 3-Way Panhead Tripod Level Quick Release Geared Elevator Hook and Handle HandiPodTM Model XC TA-2 Dimensions: Pocket Fold Flat Tripod 15 x 5 x 1.5 cm FISHING GEAR Fish'n'Grip™ Combines a compact 4.5x Magnifier with a 3-in-1 fishing tool including serrated “sure grip” tweezers, precision line clippers and a handy hook-eye cleaner. Fish'n'Grip Pro™ A serious tool for serious fly fishermen, Fish'n Grip Pro™ includes a super gripping reverse action tweezer, a 5x LED lighted magnifier, a handy, magnetic hook threader, a hook cleaner and weatherproof PVC pouch. TyMate™ Turns any brimmed cap into a hands-free 1.5x power LED lighted magnifier, and folds easily into its built-in protective case for compact storage. Fish'n'GripTM Model XC OD-99 Magnification: Weight: Includes: Lens Size: 4.5x 15 g Protective Pouch 30 mm Fish'n'Grip Pro™ Model XC OD-88 Magnification: Lens Size: Weight: Includes: Batteries: 5x 30 mm 28 g Protective Pouch 3 SG3 button cell (included) TyMateTM Model XC OD-75 Magnification: Weight: Includes: Batteries: 1.5x 71 g Protective Pouch 3 x GP395 button cell (included) 44 KIDS GEAR BugView™ A "one-hand" bug catching tool, BugView’s thumb-operated trapping slider makes it easy to snare the fastest specimens and release them just as easily. The 5x power crystal-clear acrylic magnifier allows ambient light in and lets you see the smallest details with ease. MicroBrite™ As seen in Wired magazine and wired.com, MicroBrite™ is a 20x-40x, LED-illuminated zoom pocket microscope. View your object at 20x magnification or zoom in to 40x magnification to see even the finest details. Simply place the MicroBrite™ Zoom Pocket Microscope directly on any subject to see a magnified view or use the included base to view specimen slides. The MicroBrite™ is so compact and portable you can bring it with you anywhere. The Microscope comes complete with Pocket Microscope, two slides and base stand. BugViewTM Model XC HU-10 Magnification: Weight: 5x 115 g MicroBriteTM Model XC MM-24 Magnification: Weight: Batteries: 20 - 40x 57 g 3 x LR-44 Button Cell Batteries (Included) Two Slides and Base Stand Accessories: X-Scope™ The awesome X-Scope™ is a 7-function, multi-use optical pocket tool that contains a 30x microscope, 8x telescope, 9x fold-out magnifier, LED Flashlight, signal whistle, directional compass and digital clock. The X-Scope™ is compact and easy to use, providing hours of entertainment. X-ScopeTM BigEyeTM BugLoupeTM Model XC CP-11 Magnification: Weight: Batteries: 30x / 9x / 8x 58 g 2 x AAA (not included) Model XC HU-20 Model Magnification: Weight: 2.5x 184 g Magnification: 5x Weight: 215 g 10.5 x 10.5 x 7 cm XC HU-55 AdventurePakTM HawkTM Model XC HU-401 Model XC HU530 Magnification: Weight: Includes: 5x 620 g Binoculars, Flash Light, Compass, Whistle, Pouch, Strap and Lens Cloth 2 x AA (not included) Magnification: Field of View: Prism Type: Weight: Includes: 5 x 30 mm 95 m BK-7 150 g Pouch, Strap and Lens Cloth Batteries: 45 POCKET MICROSCOPES zOrb™ & zPix™ Carson’s terrific zPix and zOrb digital microscopes display right on your computer screen, allowing you to see details of ordinary objects you never knew existed! You can even capture images and close-focus video. Compatible with Mac OSX 10.4 or later, Windows 98 SE, Windows 2000, Windows ME, Windows XP, Windows Vista & Windows 7. A USB 2.0 port is required. zOrbTM Model XC MM-480B Magnification: Weight: Includes: 35x 102 g USB cable & CD ROM Software zPixTM Model XC MM-640 (640 x 480) XC MM-740 (1.3 mp) Magnification: Accessories: 26-130x on 14" screen (up to 190x on 22" screen) Specimen base, 3 blank slides, 1 prepared slide, forceps, eyedropper, USB cable, CD ROM software zPixTM Accessory Kit Model XC MM-01 Includes: 3 prepared slides, 7 blank slides, 10 slide covers, 1 tweezer, 1 storage case 77 g Weight: MagniScope™ Is one of the most unusual and useful magnifying instruments ever offered. Two components combine to create three different optical devices... an 8x20mm Monocular, 3x power stand Magnifier, and when threaded together, a precision 30x portable Microscope. MagniScopeTM Model XC MA-30 Magnification: Weight: Description: 3x / 8x / 30x 113 g Minocular, Magnifier and Microscope all in one MicroMaxTM L.E.D. Model XC MM-200 Magnification: Weight: Batteries: 60 - 100x 31 g 3 x SG3 Button Cell Batteries (Included) 46 MAGNIFIERS NEW LensMag™ for iPhone 5™ Model XC ML-515 Magnification: Weight: Dimensions: 10x / 15x 8.5g 4.65 x 2 x 1cm See detail you never thought possible with your iPhone 5 and the LensMag™.The ML-515 LensMag™ from Carson Optical is a pair of high powered magnifiers rated at 10x and 15x magnification. Simply remove the case from your iPhone 5 and place the desired magnifier over the camera. The LensMag™ will now act as a macro lens. No glue or additional pieces needed...the LensMag™ magnetically holds onto your iPhone directly. VisorMag ™ Model Weight: Dimensions: XC VM-10 (1.75x + 3.00 Diop) XCVM-12 (2x + 4.00 Diop) XCVM-14 (2.25x + 5.00 Diop) NEW 23 g 12.4 x 7.6 x 2.7 cm The VisorMag™ from Carson Optical is a set of clip-on, flip-up magnifying glasses that attach to the brim of most caps and hats. Perfect for fly-tying and all fly-fishing needs. Complete with protective soft-pouch. Page Magnifier NEW MagniVisor™ Model XC MV-23 Magnification: Weight: Dimensions: 2x / 3x 124 g 20 x 16.5 x 6.3 cm Wallet Magnifier Twin Pack Model XC DM-21 Model XC WM-01 Magnification: Weight: Dimensions: 2x 116 g 27.5 cm x 21.6 cm Magnification: Weight: Dimensions: Includes: 2x / 5x 6g 8.1 cm x 5.6 cm Protective Pouch, Lens Features: Deluxe rigid frame full page magnifier. Sturdy and shatterproof acrylic Fresnel lens. Perfect for reading large areas of small print such as maps and newspapers. Value Pak Pocket Magnifier Model XC PM-33 Magnification: Weight: Dimensions: Batteries: 6x / 5x / 2.5x 40 g 10.8 x 6 x 1 cm 2 #CR2032 (included) Model XC VP-01 Magnification: Weight: Includes: 3x / 6x / 3x 56 g 3 x Handheld Lens 6 x Bifocal Spot Lens 3 x Flip Magnifier Rectangle RimFree™ TriView™ Model XC RM-77 40 g 30 mm 5.6 x 3.8 x 1.5 cm Lens Magnification: Lens: Lens Size: Weight: Features: Includes: 2x Acrylic 120 x 70 mm 96 g L.E.D. lighted Soft pouch Model XC RM-95 LED Lighted SureGrip™ Hands Free Magnification: Lens: Lens Size: 2x Acrylic 90 mm Model XC TV-15 (5x / 10x / 15x) XC TV-36 (3x / 6x / 9x) Weight: Lens Size: Dimensions: Includes: RimFree™ Features: Ergonomic design & soft-grip rubber handle. Includes: Soft pouch Model XC SG-16 Magnification: Description: Weight: Includes: Features: 2x / 10x Acrylic Lens 232 g Soft Case built-in, fold-out stand for "hands-free" use 47 MAGNIFIERS (CONTINUED) SureGrip™ Model XC SG-10 (90 mm) XC SG-12 (110 mm) XC SG-14 (130 mm) MagniTop™ Lighted Magnifier Magnification: Description: Weight: Includes: Lens Size: 2.5x / 10x Glass Lens 158.8 g Soft Case 90 mm Model XC PT-30 (10x) XC PT-90 (2x / 4x) Batteries: 2 x C (not included) MagniLamp™ LumiLoupe™ 10x Model XC LL-10 Magnification: Weight: Dimensions: 10x 43.5 g 5 x 5 x 4.5 cm Model XC GN-55 Magnification: Weight: Batteries: Accessories Lens Size: 2x / 3.5x 170 g 2 AA (not included) Base Stand 11 cm NEW HOOKUPZ With the HookUpz™ adaptors from Carson Optical, it’s never been easier to take zoomed in photos or video with your Smartphone. HookUpz™ allow you to connect most full sized binoculars and monoculars straight to your iPhone. “Hook up” to your binoculars for hunting, bird watching, watching sports games or even law enforcement surveillance. Be sure to capture everything nature has to offer with the Carson HookUpz™. HookUpz™ Binocular Adaptor for iPhone 5/5S NEW HookUpz™ Monocular adaptor for iPhone 5/5S Model XC IB-542 Model XC IC-518 Weight: Dimensions: 34g 7.6 x 12.7 x 2.5cm Weight: Dimensions: 88g 7 x 12.7 x 2.5cm Features: Easily connects your iPhone 5/5S to full-sized (32mm-50mm objective lens) binoculars. Can also connect to a iPhone 4 using the included conversion kit. Features:The HookUpz™ adaptor easily connects your iPhone 5/5S to the included CloseUp™ Monocular. Can also connect to your iPhone 4 using the included conversion kit ACCESSORIES Binoarmor™ - Easy Access Model XC BA03 Durable neoprene case Pull down the flaps of the case to use Eliminates the need for a separate pouch and eyecups Ultra-quiet magnetic fastener Fits many different 42 mm Binoculars FlexNeck™ Book Light Model XC FL-55 Weight: Batteries: 50 g 3 x AAA Batteries (not included) BinoArmor™ Deluxe Protective Binocular Wrap Model XC BA07 Wraps binocular in a lightweight, cushioned neoprene Virtually impervious to the elements Super strong magnetic closure system Quiet opening and use-without removing the binocular Stuff-It™ Model XC SN-50BK (Black) XC SN-50BU (Blue) XC SN-50MO (Mossy Oak) XC SN-50RE (Red) Cleans: Binoculars Sporting Scopes Cameras Eye-glasses NEW