Features
AT A GLANCE
Extra Low-Dispersion Fluoride Glass
Compact Schmidt-Pechan Prisms
T* and LotuTec Fully Multi-Coated Optics
Wide-Angle 64° Field of View
Short 5' Close Focus Distance
Smart Focus Fast-Focus System
Lightweight Magnesium-Alloy Housing
Open-Bridge Design Reduces Weight
Nitrogen-Filled, Water and Fogproof
4-Position Twist-Up Eyepcups
DESCRIPTION
Designed for birders and nature enthusiasts, the 8x42 Victory SF Binocular from Zeiss provides an immersive observational experience by combining exceptional optics and a wide field of view in a lightweight and durable housing. Extra-low dispersion fluoride lenses, fully multi-coated optics, and phase-corrected prisms work together to create images that are clear and bright without distortion across the entire field of view. Colours are accurately represented with high contrast and resolution. The binocular's 64° wide angle apparent field of view provides expansive views, while the exceptionally short 5' close focus distance ensures you won't miss anything.
The optical precision starts with SCHOTT Ultra-FL extra-low dispersion (ED) fluoride (FL) lenses that virtually eliminate distortion and chromatic aberration while increasing contrast and colour fidelity. The Schmidt-Pechan roof prisms are coated with Zeiss' P* phase-correcting coatings to limit light loss and increase colour fidelity and contrast. All of the optics are fully multi-coated with Zeiss' anti-reflection T* coatings. These greatly reduce light loss and maximise light transmission to create bright and clear images. A seven-lens eyepiece system uses high-transmission glass and field flatteners to correct for spherical aberrations to allow for pinpoint focusing across the entire field of view.
This SF version of Victory binoculars features the Smart Focus system. Unlike convention focusing wheels that require users to turn the knobs as many as 2.5 times to transition from the minimum to the maximum focus distance, the SF system only requires 1.8 turns. This means faster and easier changes of your subjects without sacrificing focus precision. The binocular is designed with ergonomic balance to reduce the feel of the weight in the hand which reduces user fatigue for comfortable viewing during long observation sessions.
The housing is made from a lightweight, durable, and strong magnesium alloy. A double-hinged, open-bridge design provides a larger surface area for gripping while reducing the overall weight even more. The optical tubes are nitrogen-filled and O-ring sealed for water and fogproof performance, giving it a waterproof rating to 400mbar of pressure.
Optical Performance
8x magnification
42mm objective lens
Schmidt-Pechan roof prism design
SCHOTT Ultra-FL extra-low dispersion (ED) fluoride (FL) lenses virtually eliminate distortion and chromatic aberration while increasing contrast and color fidelity
Zeiss' proprietary anti-reflection T* lens coating increases light transmission for brighter images
444' field of view at 1000yd
64° apparent viewing angle
5' close focus distance
Use and Handling
Large center focusing knob
Open-bridge design reduces weight without sacrificing strength
±4 right eye diopter adjustment
54-76mm adjustable interpupillary distance range
Tripod mountable with optional adapter
Twist-up eyecups with four click-stop positions
Exceptional 18mm long eye relief
Wide 5.25mm exit pupil
Construction Details
Lightweight and durable magnesium alloy housing
Nitrogen-filled for water and fogproof performance
Waterproof to 400mbar of pressure
Slip-resistant rubber armoured exterior
LotuTec lens coatings protect the objective and ocular lenses from dirt and dust, resists scratches, and beads off water and oils
Balanced weight distribution reduces fatigue for long observation sessions
Wide operating temperature range: -22 to 145°F (-30 to 63°C)
Weight: 27.5 ouncesSPECIFICATIONS
Prism Type Roof
Magnification 8x
Objective Lens Diameter 42mm
Angle of View 8.0° (actual)
Field-of-View 444.0' @ 1000 yd / 147.4 m @ 1000 m
Minimum Focus Distance 4.9' / 1.49 m
Exit Pupil Diameter 5.25 mm
Eye Relief 18.0 mm
Interpupillary Adjustment 54.0 - 76.0 mm / 2.1 - 3.0"
Dioptric Correction ±4
Focus Type Center
Tripod Mount Not Specified By Manufacturer
Dimensions 6.8 x 4.9" / 17.27 x 12.45 cm
Weight 27.5 oz / 780 g
Specifications
Magnification: 8x
Focus System: Center
Prism System: Roof
Field of View: 405 ft
Exit Pupil: 5.25 mm
Weight: 26.5 oz. / 755 g
Water Resistance: Waterproof / Nitrogen Purged
Warranty: Limited Lifetime
Close Focus: 6.6 ft
Eye Relief: 16mm
Included in the box
Zeiss 8x42 Victory SF T* Binocular
One-Piece Ocular Rainguard
2 x Tethered Objective Lens Caps
Carrying Strap
Carrying Case
Lens Cloth
Warranty
ALL ZEISS SPORTS OPTICS (EXCLUDING THE PARTS AND SPECIALTY PRODUCTS LISTED BELOW) COME WITH A LIMITED LIFETIME TRANSFERABLE WARRANTY. THIS WARRANTY GIVES THE PURCHASER (“YOU”) SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS, AND YOU MAY ALSO HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. CARL ZEISS OPTICAL, INC. (“ZEISS”/”WE” / “US”) WARRANTS THAT THIS PRODUCT WILL BE FREE FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIALS AND WORKMANSHIP UNDER NORMAL USE OR THIS PRODUCT IS DEFECTIVE, ZEISS WILL PAY FOR THE COST OF LABOR AND MATERIALS FOR THE REPAIR. THIS PRODUCT HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO MEET THE ISO 9022 STANDARDS AND IS GUARENTEED NOT TO FOG OR LEAK, SHOULD THIS PRODUCT FOG OR LEAK, ZEISS WILL REPAIR IT AT NO COST TO THE WARRANTY HOLDER, UNLESS IT IS DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCT HAS BEEN SUBJECTED TO ABUSE OR MISUSE. This warranty is subject to the following terms and limitations: (1) Warranty coverage begins on the date of purchase. In order to make it easier to provide you with warranty service, Zeiss strongly suggests that you send us the completed warranty registration card within 60 days of purchase. (2) If we are unable to repair the product it will be replaced with same or equivalent product at Zeiss’ discretion. (3) This warranty will be null and void if repairs are attempted on the product by anyone other than Zeiss or the product has been subjected to misuse or abuse. (4) This warranty is given exclusively by Zeiss and not by the dealer from whom you purchased the product. (5) WEARING PARTS, SUCH AS CARRYING STRAPS, PROTECTIVE CAPS, RUBBER EYECUPS, RUBBER ARMORING, POUCHES, CASES, RUBBER EYEPIECE RINGS AND PROTECTIVE CAPS ARE WARRANTED FOR ONE (1) YEAR FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE. (6) SPECIALTY PRODUCTS: THE FOLLOWONG PRODUCTS ARE WARRANTED FOR FIVE (5) YEARS FROM THE DATE OF PURCHASE: 20x60 Stabilized Binocular, 20x60 Stabilized Monocular and 5.6x60 Night Vision Mono and Z-Point (An additional five (5) year warranty will be extended for materials only). DISLAIMER: The warranties contained herein are in lieu of and exclude all other warranties, express or implied, by operation of law or otherwise, including warranties of merchantability or fitness for particular use. IN NO EVENT WILL ZEISS BE LIABLE FOR CONSEQUENTIAL OR INCIDENTAL DAMAGES, THE MAXIMUM LIMIT OF LIABILITY FOR LOSSES OR DAMAGE FROM ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER, SHALL BE THE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of consequential or incidental damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.