Nikon ProStaff ATB 10x25 Waterproof Binocular

Editorial Review
10x25 is considered the optimal binocular for theater and stadium viewing but this compact yet powerful model is popular among other enthusiasts. Its light weight makes outdoor activities more comfortable. Built not only for ruggedness, but for optical perfomance and true take-it-anywhere portability, the Nikon ProfStaff ATB is constructed on a durable, rubber armored, polycarbonate body that has been purged of all moisture with bone-dry nitrogen for total waterproof and fogproof performance. One look through this compact and Nikon's uncompromising optical standard becomes quite evident. Aspherical eyepiece lenses provide a crisp, distortion-free field of view and long eye relief; Nikon's exclusive Eco-Glass lenses and prisms offer high performance together with notable weight savings over typical optical glass. The result is bright, razor sharp viewing even at dawn, dusk or in poor weather, when light conditions tend to be less than ideal. That's what makes the ProStaff an All Terrain Binocular. Rubber armored, polycarbonate body Eco-glass lenses and prisms for high performance and weight-savings Twist-up eyecups for easy viewing 262 feet at 1,000 yds. Field of View Minimum Focus Distance 9.1' (2.8 m) Exit Pupil Diameter 2.5mm Eye Relief 16mm - sutable for eyeglass wearers Relative Brightness 6.3 Twilight Factor 15.8 Center Focus Control Unit Dimensions 4.0 x 4.6 WxH / Weight 12 ounces
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Customer Reviews

Bad lens cap design

2008-07-22
The binoculars are great but the lens caps are not. There were no lens caps for the objective lenses and the connected eyepiece caps broke apart upon first use and do not stay on. I just keep the binoculars in their case.

pretty good

2008-07-11
This is my first (disregarding childhood cheapo ones) binoc and I am impressed with it. I am not a pro and wanted a good quality binocs for casual family outings. I did a lot of research before deciding on this. Optical quality, weather proof construction, light weight and the price out-weigh the low light advantage that other bigger/heavier models offer, especially if you are looking for a casual family use.
Optical quality is very good and I definitely recommend this binocular.
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Great Light Binoculars

2006-11-03
A real light and well made 10 x 25 waterproof binoculars !
Great for sporting events, plays & operas !
Highly recommended small portable binoculars !
I bought them on Amazon when they were on sale for $99 !
However, for $149, I would suggest the Oberwerk 11 x 70 or 15 x 70 !
The Oberwerk is much larger but still light, 3 lbs, enough to hand hold !
The mechanics & optics are outstanding !!! They have been reviewed
in many articles by experts and for the money cannot be beat !!!
They are much larger, but so is the view !!! To really enjoy them, you will need a tripod & ball or pan head combination. It will have to support 6 pounds plus in order to have a firm shake free support.
If you are looking for great power binoculars, the Oberwerks are for you !!!

All as advertised

2006-02-26
I chose these because of the specs and my general trust of Nikon products. For me, 10x is the best magnification. Not too shaky at all and more fun than the usual 8x.

The ProStaffs are very well made with smooth and solid mechanical action. They are very comfortable for eyeglass wearers, although I still prefer to take mine off.

The 10Xs are very sharp and focus pretty closely. Looking at objects that are only a few feet away is interesting. Bear in mind, though, that they are no substitute for a giant tv as I have tried that. I also like the very contrasty 3-D look where objects at different distances really stand out from each other.

The following is hard to describe: Some scenes, especially waves and other watery features, look better through the ProStaffs than when viewed by eye alone. My wife aptly describes this as "better than real life".

This effect is seen in the rendition of colors and pleasant sort of a smooth and contrasty sharpness. Perhaps the various types of lenses and coatings employed may impart some polarization effect and also filter out the evil rays that detract from our normal viewing pleasure. The effect is not cartoonish or unnatural at all, just very nice.

This review may read like that of a young and overly imaginative ad executive, but let me assure you that I am not young and some of my other reviews are pretty harsh.

It would be fun to compare these long term with a pair of really expensive binoculars to see if my observations might apply to most modern designs. So, if somebody will send me a pair of, oh, Leicas, I promise a comparison review.

Finally, I spent a little time trying to find out what "eco-lenses" really are, but it is evidently a secret. Same goes for "ProStaff". Either a professional stick or excellent employees. Or something else not appropriate here.

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