Features
AT A GLANCE
Extra Low-Dispersion Fluoride Glass
Compact Schmidt-Pechan Prisms
T* and LotuTec Fully Multi-Coated Optics
Wide-Angle 65° 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 10x42 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 10x magnification and 65° 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
10x 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
360' field of view at 1000yd
65° 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 4.2mm 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 10x
Objective Lens Diameter 42mm
Angle of View 6.5° (actual)
Field-of-View 360.0' @ 1000 yd / 119.5 m @ 1000 m
Minimum Focus Distance 4.9' / 1.49 m
Exit Pupil Diameter 4.2 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
Included in the box
Zeiss 10x42 Victory SF T* Binocular
One-Piece Ocular Rainguard
2 x Tethered Objective Lens Caps
Carrying Strap
Carrying Case
Lens Cloth
Warranty
The Carl Zeiss Limited Lifetime Transferable Warranty
(“Limited Warranty”)
Subject to limitations on electronic components, camera electronics and accessories described below, your Carl Zeiss sports optics product (“Product”) is warranted against defects in workmanship or materials for the life of the Product. If a defect that is covered by this Warranty is found, Carl Zeiss will, at its option and without charge, either repair your Product or replace it with a Carl Zeiss product of comparable specifications and value. This Warranty is transferable.
Victory PRF Products are not covered under a limited lifetime warranty, but are warranted against defects in workmanship or materials for a period of 2 years from the date of purchase.
Limited Warranty Conditions for Electronic Components,
Camera Electronics and Accessories
Electronic components are warranted against defects in workmanship or materials for a period of 5 years from the original date of purchase. Camera electronics are warranted against defects in workmanship or materials for a period of 2 years from the original date of purchase. Carrying straps, lens caps, rubber armouring, plastic parts and similar accessories are warranted against defects in workmanship or materials for a period of 1 year from the date of purchase.
Warranty Disclaimers and Exclusions
This is the exclusive Warranty for the Products. All other warranties, expressed or implied, statutory or otherwise, including, without restriction, those of merchantability or of fitness for use, are excluded.
Only products imported by Carl Zeiss Optical, Inc. and purchased in the United States or Canada from authorized Carl Zeiss Optical, Inc. dealers carry this Limited Lifetime Transferable Warranty. Carl Zeiss Optical, Inc. will not provide warranty service for products purchased through unauthorized dealers.
This Warranty excludes claims for any special, punitive, incidental or consequential damages and does not cover damages due to the misuse, neglect, accidental damage, mishandling or alteration of the Product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages. In such cases, the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you.
This Warranty is void, if damage is caused by the use of accessories not sold or authorized by Carl Zeiss Optical, Inc., or from service by persons not authorized by Carl Zeiss Optical, Inc. This Warranty does not cover claims resulting from natural disasters (e. g. floods, storms, fire), acts of war or terrorism and will not apply to damage arising from combat conditions, including but not limited to, damage due to firearms, explosives, nuclear, chemical, or biological weapons. It will be at Carl Zeiss’s sole discretion to extend service under this Warranty for damage arising from the above-mentioned conditions. Carl Zeiss’s obligation under this Warranty is limited to repair or replacement by equivalent product in working condition.
Resale of Product and Export Restrictions
Resale of this Product to anyone outside the United States of America is subject to export compliance and is not authorized by Carl Zeiss Optical, Inc.