Pentax Binocular Reviews

"I have been after a decent pair of binoculars for a whlie...Complete with lovely case and quick fit strap...These had been recomended to me and after reading reviews a decided to buy them..." read more »

"I purchased a second for my wife...I highly recommend these binoculars to anyone...Compact and lightweight with good optics at a very reasonable price..." read more »

"Close focus Lightweight Compact Good value...Not bright in low light Not waterproof or fogproof...We found the best comparison review of the Pentax Papilio 6.5x21 at Outdoor Life, where field tests of 80 binoculars lead to an Editors Choice award for the Papilio...For light, compact binoculars with extreme close focus, reviewers give top ranking to the Pentax Papilio...Based..." read more »

"The image quality is not good at all...The overall experience I get looking through these is that objects are brought much closer...I expected Pentax has good binoculars...I was wrong..." read more »

"The only way you'd know they're refurbished is because the box is marked accordingly...Why not get the Bushnell Elite 8x43 for about $500 from eagle optics dot com...How do they compare to the Pentax DCF SP 8x43..." read more »

"All PCF WP models offer a fully waterproof, nitrogen-filled body, outstanding optical performance with aspherical optical elements, excellent viewing comfort and a stylish body design...The PCF WP line features six high-performance, waterproof models including the 8x40 PCF WP with 40mm objective lens...Combine the built-in tripod socket with a tripod and the optional Tripod Adapter-N to stabilize the binoculars and prevent unwanted shake, making extended observations easy and comfortable..." read more »

"I purchased the, as advertised, Jupiter II 8x20 and received the Jupiter III 8x21...It is extremely lightweight and is very definitely 'pocket size...If I damaged or lost it, I would have no hesitation in purchasing another just like it..." read more »

"We also have a larger pair of Pentax binoculars, but I love these little ones, as they are compact, lightweight and tough! I can tuck them in a backpack, and they don't take up much space or add too much weight..." read more »

"Needed an extra set (pair) of binoculars to keep in the car for unexpected birding moments and I am pleasantly surprised and pleased overall...These binoculars also are very well designed ergonomically, allowing me to get a good grip on them when holding them...I'm no expert on these things, but we took them on our recent trip to Denali, and they were just what we needed! Rugged, good feel, excellent optics..." read more »

"The quality is very high for the cost...I just bought a set of these very recently, and I really like them! The optics are top notch, the focus controls are smooth & precise, and even with the large 50mm objective lenses, they are quite easy & comfortable to handle...The 4.1 mm exit pupil size makes them reasonably bright for early morning/evening use, as well as star gazing (the Orion nebula is quite clear with these binoculars..." read more »