Description

Canon s 18×50 IS binoculars incorporate an optical image stabilizer for shake-free viewing and minimal eye fatigue. This technology was first developed for Canon video camcorders and is now available in many of Canon s binoculars. The system employs a Vari-Angle Prism dual transparent plates independent vertical and horizontal sensors and a dedicated microprocessor to continuously adjust the prism to maintain a steady image. The 18×50 IS binoculars feature a water-resistant shock-resistant rubber coating for a nonslip grip and better durability. If you get caught in the rain and still want to view you don t have to worry about the optics fogging up. These binoculars deliver high magnification and wide-field viewing. Controls for focusing and image stabilization are centrally located and accessible by both hands. These binoculars provide long eye relief for extra comfort. Image Stabilization and More With any high magnification binoculars most users will experience frustrating image shake. Unless fixed to a tripod image shake can render high magnification binoculars useless. Canon s IS technology is remarkably effective at eliminating this problem and is widely used by the television industry with Canon s professional broadcast quality video recording equipment. A special VAP (Vari-Angle Prism) corrective IS system sits between the objective lens group and the porro prism on each side of the binoculars. Within thousandths of a second of the binoculars being moved from their optical axis by vibrations a detection system activates the IS mechanism.