Last year they were perfect. Evidently R&D didn't get the memo. Bright. Clear. HD imagery. Already a 60+ year masterwork of ruggedness, clarity and light transmission, the Elite® gets a significant performance upgrade this year with the addition of ED Prime glass. Fully multi-coated and featuring our new Advanced Fusion Hybrid lens system, our exclusive XTR technology delivers an amazing 99.7% light transmission per lens along with a level of edge-to-edge clarity and contrast which is unrivaled by anything in the price range. Our revolutionary Rainguard coating eliminates lens fogging and scatters water droplets for an infallibly clear view. Elite binoculars are also 100% waterproof, fogproof* and built around a tough, lightweight magnesium chassis. Rugged rubber armor seals the deal, along with another place at the top of the optical food chain.

LEGEND ULTRA HD

Quite possibly the best binocular system ever made in this class of optics. The Legend Ultra-HD has three key ingredients that make it so: ED (Extra-low Dispersion) Prime Glass which produces a color tuned, high resolution image. Ultra Wide-Band Custom Coating which produces the brightest possible light by coating each lens individually to maximize available light. Rainguard^® HD – Bushnell’s patented permanent water-repellant coating. The Legend Ultra-HD also has an extremely wide field of view to easily view moving animals or objects and is
lightweight with a streamlined feel. As a Bonus, the Legend Ultra-HD comes with a Deluxe Binocular Harness and premium case with microfiber cleaning cloth.
Available in 8x42mm and 10x42mm.

EXCURSION^® EX

Excursion® EX binos feature a class-leading wide field of view, plus magnum powered brightness and clarity that’ll blow the eyecups off any competitor in their
price range. Fully multi-coated optics and high-performance BaK-4 prisms with our PC-3® phase coating produce outstandingly bright, clear images from edge to edge. The rugged, lightweight housing is optimized for comfort and 100% waterproof/nitrogen purged. Side by side, nothing
in its class offers a wider, more vivid view than Excursion EX.
 

Witnessing beauty in its natural state doesn't have to come with an unnatural price tag. Case in point, the NatureView™ binoculars. They're affordable and loaded with features. Designed specifically for serious birders and naturalists, the ultra close-focus capabilities get you close enough to take in all the details without getting pecked in the head. BaK-4 porro prisms on select models yield brighter images and better edge sharpness. Extended eye relief reduces eyestrain for eyeglass wearers during long observation periods. Adjustments are simple, thanks to the textured center focus knob. They're perfect for the budding nature observer.

Magnifying life does, indeed, include sea life. And these are just the binoculars to do it. Our legendary 7x50mm Marine™ binoculars are a premier choice for spotting marinas, deadheads, or the fisherman's best friend, feeding birds. Built to withstand the conditions that come along with the nautical world, they are not only nitrogen-purged to provide reliable waterproof/fogproof performance - the 13-7500 and 13-7501 models are even hermetically sealed to further assure no moisture creeps in. Impressive light transmission from BaK-4 porro prisms, multi-coated optics and large UV-coated objective lenses brighten images from dusk-to-dawn. And, all models not only float, but easy-grip rubber armoring protects and provides a secure hold should things get rough. Always nice, should an unexpected swell or throttle burst take you by surprise.

WORLD-CLASS OPTICS AND HEIGHTENED DURABILITY. With light transmission, clarity and ruggedness as top priorities, we set out to build the ultimate hunting binoculars. The XLT series was born, and this year reborn with a new housing that’s even more durable and comfortable to use. Fully multi-coated optics and BaK-4 prisms work together to deliver ultra-bright, razor-sharp images through the most critical periods of game movement. And the tough, streamlined Dura-Grip Rubber-armored housing is O-ring sealed and nitrogen-purged for 100% waterproof/fogproof dependability. Soft-touch thumbgrips further improve handling ease, and the objective lenses are now protected from the elements by flip covers.

Some outdoors enthusiasts specialize. Some specialize in doing it all. Our Legacy® WP series is custom fit for the latter with a range of models at prices that leave plenty left over to gear up for diverse weekend agendas. We kept the cost reasonable without scrimping on optical performance. All models feature fully multi-coated optics and premium BaK-4 prisms for exceptional light transmission and image clarity. Rugged rubber armoring provides a sure grip and soaks up abuse. And they’re 100% waterproof. This solid, well-rounded lineup has a single purpose – everything outside.

Like the name says, these binoculars are made for water. Splash them, soak them, dunk them - and they'll emerge 100% fog free and dry inside. Perfect for skiers, hunters, anglers and kayakers. True waterproof construction and a rugged, non-slip rubber design makes the H2O™ series a simple choice for those whose lifestyle borders on the hyper side of active. O-ring sealed and nitrogen-purged for waterproof/fogproof protection in any season, both the fully and the multi-coated optics render bright, clear images. Take them with you - everywhere.

In a world that's complicated enough, these affordably priced Perma-Focus™ bino's are a relief for simple, fixed-focus, long-distance viewing. Just pick 'em up & look. The wider field-of-view makes them ideal for spectator sports, distant wildlife observation or winter use with gloves. Thanks to quality fully coated optics the action is bright and crisp and the ergonomic rubber housing means you won't drop them - even with those gloves on.

Introducing the ImageView™ Digital Binoculars from Bushnell®. A remarkable marriage of a powerful, long-range binocular and a compact, .35 megapixel digital camera!

Features include:

Roof Prism Series

Travelers, nature observers and concert goers take note: The PowerView™ series offers the largest line of Bushnell® quality, affordable binoculars. No matter what your purpose, you'll find a variety of magnifications, styles and sizes, and fully coated optics for bright, vivid images. Standard-size models feature Insta-Focus® for fast and easy focus on moving targets. Our mid-size roof prism models with 32mm objectives provide increased brightness for low-light viewing conditions.

Porro Prism Series

Like their roof prism relatives, the porro prism line-up provides great durability and performance in an attractive "traditional" porro prism design. Compact to full-sized, the contemporary styling houses fully coated optics. Suffice to say, images are crisp, clear and bright - even in low light. Affordable for any and all interested in magnifying life

to its fullest.

Binoculars always come in handy - whether you're an avid hunter or an occasional theater-goer. They are essential gear for camping and hiking, a day in the field or a vacation trip to the grand canyon. Choosing the best binocular for your needs isn't always easy. Consider when, where and how often you plan to use them in order to select a binocular with a combination of features that are right for you.

MAGNIFICATION (POWER)

Binoculars are often referred to by two numbers separated with an "x". For example; 8x32. The first number is the power or magnification of the binocular. With an 8x32 binocular, the object being viewed appears to be eight times closer than you would see it with the unaided eye.

OBJECTIVE LENS SIZE

The second number in the formula (8x32) is the diameter of the objective or front lens. The larger the objective lens, the more light that enters the binocular, and the brighter the image.

COATED OPTICS

Lens surface coatings reduce light loss and glare due to reflection for a brighter, higher-contrast image with less eyestrain.

PRISM SYSTEMS

The prism system of a binocular reduces the size needed to provide focal length and turns what would be an upside-down image right-side-up. There are two types of prism systems, roof and porro.

Roof Prism System - In roof prism binoculars the prisms overlap closely, allowing the objective lenses to line up directly with the eyepiece. The result is a slim, stream-lined shape in which the lenses and prisms are in a straight line.

Porro Prism System - In porro prism binoculars the objective or front lens is offset from the eyepiece. Porro prism binoculars provide greater depth perception and generally offer a wider field of view.

Prism Glass

Most optical prisms are made from borosilicate (BK-7) glass or barium crown (BAK-4) glass. BAK-4 is higher quality glass yielding brighter images and high edge sharpness.

Our exclusive, patent pending, hydro-phobic (water-repellent) coating on which condensation from rain, fog or snow forms in much smaller droplets than on standard coatings. Smaller droplets scatter less light which results in increased light transmission and a clearer image. Makes the binocular useful even when looking directly into the driving rain.

Phase Coating

Phase Coating forces light beams back into perfect phase, which eliminates the ‘soft’ image effect found in roof prism binoculars and results in superior image resolution, contrast & clarity. Without this coating, due to their more intricate prism design any roof prism binocular will have light waves slightly out of sync', and therefore a dimmer & fuzzier image. (see illustration)

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