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For adventurers and discoverers, travelers and nature enthusiasts – MINOX now presents an essential companion for all outdoor activities: the MINOX MD 8x42 CWP monocular with integrated compass. Boasting a field of view of 123 m by 1,000 m, 8-fold magnification and an accurate compass this new MINOX MD 8x42 CWP is the perfect constant companion for all those who enjoy outdoor life.

Besides its high optical performance features the MINOX monocular has an integrated compass as well as a fine reticle for the range determination of targeted objects. These technical features make the MINOX MD 8x42 CWP a reliable navigator, not only for those interested in water sports, but also for every outdoor enthusiast who likes to venture into the unknown and unexplored terrain.

The MINOX MD 8x42 CWP is particularly robust and watertight to a depth of 3 m. With extremely compact dimensions 65 x 61 x 143 mm and a weight of just 370 g, the new MINOX MD 8x42 CWP has an exceptionally good grip and is easy to handle. The convenient single-handed operation enables a comfortable and reliable use, while the sturdy metal body offers optimum protection against external influences for the brilliant optics.

The scope of delivery of the new MINOX MD 8x42 CWP includes a practical wrist strap as well as a soft case.

The new MINOX binoculars BV 8x42 and BV 10x42 Orange Camo

The German optics specialist is extending its binocular and spotting scope segment with two new compact binoculars from the successful BV line. Watertight, with optional 8x or 10x magnification, the MINOX BV 8x25 and BV 10x25 are compact binoculars designed for universal application. They are particularly valuable companions when handy and light-weight baggage is required – whether for traveling, sports, hunting or observing animals and plants. Boasting an exceptional price/performance ratio they are also the perfect choice for those looking for a top quality, yet still affordable gift.

When it comes to technical features compact binoculars from MINOX rank in a class of their own! Thanks to the modern optical system the BV 8x25 and BV 10x25  guarantee unadulterated viewing enjoyment with high image contrast and excellent detail rendition. All glass/air surfaces feature a multicoating for maximum light transmission and stunning brilliance of the image without interfering reflections.

The extremely sturdy aluminum body ensures reliable functioning of all optical systems and precision mechanics on the inside. An innovative sealing technology provides protection against dust and water. The BV 8x25 and BV 10x25 withstand moisture penetration up to a pressure of 0.3 bar or a comparable water depth of three meters. This also makes them suitable for extreme wind and weather conditions. Nitrogen filling of the binoculars ensures permanent protection against corrosion and prevents fogging of the glass surfaces on the inside, even with severe and sudden temperature fluctuations.

With their extended eye relief the new binoculars of the BV line ideally meet the individual requirements of people wearing eyeglasses, enabling them to enjoy the entire field of view without vignetting. Twist-type extendible rubber eye cups for setting the interpupilary distance are another convenient feature. The central joint mechanism enables fast individual adjustment of the distance between the objective lenses. The aluminum body has non-slip rubber armoring giving the new compact binoculars from MINOX a good and safe hold at all times.

The scope of delivery of the new MINOX BV 8x25 and MINOX BV 10x25 includes a nylon strap as well as an ever-ready case.

Powerful binoculars for hunters and nature observers

The Plus X Award is established as the world’s largest technology, sport and lifestyle competition.

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The Expo 2010 World Exhibition is being held from May 1st – October 31st in the mega-city of Shanghai under the theme “Better City, Better Life“.

MINOX DCC 5.1 wins Rudy Awards

The new MINOX BV 8x56 binoculars presented by the optical specialists in Wetzlar are another powerful tool for hunting or nature observation in moonlight and in twilight.

Once again the optics manufacturer MINOX from Wetzlar has been presented a renowned international design prize for one of its products. This is a very distinguished quality mark. In this year’s “red dot award: product design 2009“, one of the world’s largest design competitions, the MINOX DSC – Digital SpyCam – received the coveted red dot.