Binoculars are a great invention that powers you up to have a close look at the far off objects. Something that is handy, compact and user friendly that gives you a great magnification of the objects that do not come to vision in the naked eyes could be nothing but a binocular. This Binocular belongs to the ‘Pro Series’ of the brand and has exceptional value. Specially designed by the maker of this model are the binoculars in this series with the wide range of magnification power, size, and variable prism types. All this in uniform aim at offering images with high resolution that are clear and bright. The following is the review of the same that gets you aware of its features and functions.
Alpen Pro 12×25 Binocular – Technical Specification Table
| Manufacturer | Alpen |
| Model Name | Pro 12×25 Binocular |
| Prism type | Porro |
| Model Number | 339 |
| Weight | 312 grams |
| Prism material | BaK-4 |
| Magnification | 12x |
| Diameter of Objective Lens | 25 mm |
| Eye Relief | 16 mm |
| Field of view at 1000 yards | 236 yards |
| Lens | Multi coated |
| Applications | General outdoor observation and sports |
| Focus system | Center |
| Waterproof / Fog proof | No |
| Exit pupil | 2.1 mm |
| Accessories | Standard neck strap, nylon carry case |
| Warranty | Lifetime |
The Built:
In a neat and compact style the models of this series including Alpen Pro 12×25 Sports Binocular has an ergonomic style that makes the observation tireless. It has a design with green and black combination the body is sturdy and gives a molded appearance. They are protected against the slips and drops without damaging the internal mechanism. This Binocular comes dedicated for the outdoor observation and the sports viewing. The compactness and the comfort grip finish are added features.
Alpen Pro 12×25 Binocular
The lens:
Present in this model is the objective lens with the diameter of 25mm. This being known as the aperture of the device acts in making the image transform brighter and clearer if the value is higher and as it goes higher it proves better. However the size of the device also defines based on the objective lens. It functions with the Porro Prism type of technology and the focus system is center type. The lens of Alpen Pro 12×25 Compact Binocular can be defined to be fully multi coated. The advantage of being multi coated lens are it permits long term observation, it reduces deformation and give glare free viewing. The prism material is BaK4 type that is commonly used in the models of this kind.
Magnification:
The magnification of this binocular is 12x. It transforms the images to vision by 12 times bigger than its original size. Hence the user seems to be taken closer to the object. Also been noted that this is one of the highest magnification of this series. Making it so eminent the user can find it serving when on move for the general observation and the sports enthusiast is again sure to compliment this product.
Exit pupil / Eye Relief:
These are few other technical aspects of Alpen Pro 12×25 Porro Prism Binocular where the exit pupil which performs the same function as the objective lens and is present in the center of the lens as a small circle. This measures 2.1mm in diameter. With respect to the eye relief it accounts to be 16mm which is one of the convenience factors for those under spectacle.
Handiness:
True to the statement of compact structure it is mere 312 grams in weight. Not a huge model to carry around and the neck strap of standard type makes it easy to go about. Offered is the nylon carry case which is durable and also modish. The lifetime warranty is a promising aspect for this product.
Downside:
This Binocular is not protected against the water and fog; hence it cannot be used in the extreme of weather conditions. Further it seems to be not adaptable with the tripod and hence hands free viewing is not possible.
