Olympus Explorer S 8×40 Overview

The Olympus 8×40 Explorer S Binoculars feature a 60° wide-angle of view that offers an immersive viewing experience in the woods, at the stadium, or on your porch. Their traditional Porro prisms and anti-reflection coated optics maximize the light entering the 40mm objectives to produce bright and clear images with a rich depth of field. A knurled center focus wheel and an elastic polymer armored grip assist handling and give the viewer precise control of the optic, while fold-down eyecups provide comfortable use with or without eyewear.

Optical Performance

• Comfortable 8x power magnifies the view while preserving the wide exit pupil and generous field of view
• 40mm objective lenses boost low-light capability without adding excessive weight and heft
• Traditional Porro prism optical path produces a rich depth of field with true stereoscopic vision for a more “3D” viewing experience
• 5-element/3-group lens design helps to reduce fringing and distortion, making views appear sharp and flat with little edge curvature
• Anti-reflection coated optics improve light transmission, contrast, and color rendition
• Wide 60° apparent angle of view reduces the need to move your head side-to-side, so you see more of the scene in front of you
• 431-foot field of view at 1000 yards

Use and Handling

• Large textured slip-resistant center focusing wheel is easy to manipulate, even when wearing gloves
• 60-70mm interpupillary distance adjustment range
• Fold-down rubber eyecups for comfortable use with or without eyewear
• 12mm eye relief
• Wide 5mm exit pupil ensures coverage of pupils when dilated in low light

Construction Details

• Porro prism design produces a naturally ergonomic form factor that is center-weighted for better balance and control with a comfortable feel in the hand
• Elastic polymer armor provides a slip-resistant grip
• Caps, case, and strap included
• Weight 25.2 ounces