Steiner 7x50 Commander XP C Binocular

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Product Feature

• XP Optics with Nano Protection
• 390 ft. field of view @ 1000 yards
• Long eye relief of 22mm
• Waterproof to 30 ft.
• Steiner Sports Auto Focus System

Product Description

Steiner 7x50 Commander XP with Compass Binoculars The most important innovation in the Commander XP are the XP Optics; a new high definition, broad band optical formula that features record setting light transmission for times in the dark and clear, sharp, high contrast and comfortable images in daylight. � In addition to the XP Optics, is a new high-tech optical coating on both the objective and eyepieces called ''NANO Protection''. This new coating repels water and moisture off the lenses leaving them clear of water or moisture. Like windshield wipers for your binoculars, you won't ever have to wipe them clean of moisture. The secret lies in a unique permanent molecular bonding substance that makes the lenses so smooth, that absolutely nothing adheres to them. � You sail along the coast and see in your map the height of a lighthouse in front of you is 40 m. You find the lighthouse and the number scale of the reticle show a current height of 20 meters. The distance to be calculated is the actual size, 40 m in our example, divided by the read size, 20 m in our example, multiplied by 1000. 40 m / 20 = 2 x 1,000 = 2,000 m. Thus, the lighthouse is at a distance of 2,000 m. � A second example for the horizontal scale: You see a port entrance in front of you. You know it is 80m wide. Now you apply the portside light of the harbor on the left side of your reticle and read for the starboard side light a value of 60. The distance to be calculated is the actual size, 80 m in our example, divided by the read size, 60 m in our example, multiplied by 1,000. 80 m / 60 = 1,3 x 1,000 = 1,300 m. Thus, the lighthouse is at a distance of 1,300 m.   7x50 Advantage � The 7x magnification and larger 50mm objective is the standard for marine binoculars. It produces a wide field of view making it easy to track other boats, navigation buoys and bridge numbers even in rough water. The larger image also reduces the need for stabilized images.

Steiner 7x50 Commander XP C Binocular Review

The Steiner Commander XP-C binoculars.
Whatever you think you'll be getting, these binoculars will surpass your expectations.

I played with mine most of yesterday, learning how to set up the optics and getting the correct interpupilary distance. This is important to be able to see the compass without effort. The tube hinge is stiff enough that once you have this set, it will stay in place unless you purposely re-adjust.

Regarding eyecups -- I was expecting to have a set mounted and then two different sets included in the package. This is not the way it is done. There is one, very flexible, comfortable eyecup set that can be folded down to create 3 different individual preferences depending on whether you will be wearing glasses or not.

The image sharpness is simply stunning, especially when you consider there is no center vernier adjustment to make. You simply set up the Sports Auto-Focus with the left and right ocular diopters, and then forget about it.

Most impressive though is the low-light image brightness. I experimented at different times from dusk to almost total darkness. At each time, the binocular image was noticeably brighter.

Construction seems to be of top quality. I cannot ever imagine wearing out the rubber armoring. The whole package seems to come with every accessory you'll ever need, including two straps (one of which is a floating strap), lens caps, and a carrying strap for the protective case.

I have no experience with other models of Steiner binoculars, but I suspect that the improvements in the XP over earlier models such as the Commander V have to do with things that are not readily apparent, such as the nano coatings on the lenses, and the superior XP lenses themselves. Also -- as already mentioned -- the new improved rubber armoring (up to 3X longer lasting). Therefore, I cannot truly reconcile the added expense. However, I am not going to ruminate over this as I set out to obtain the best possible binocs for marine use and I believe I now own them, and with a 30 year warranty, I am sure they will outlast me and just be another thing that I can hand down to my son. I spend most of my summers on the water sailing, racing and being PRO (Principle Race Officer) for the various race committees that I run.
But these binocs will also be with me for whatever sight-seeing adventures I set off on.

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