Alpen Apex Steady 14x42 HD Binoculars with Image Stabilization

14x Binoculars That Keep Your View Rock-Steady

Struggling to get a stable view at high zoom? Discover the Alpen Apex Steady 14x42 HD Binoculars — image-stabilized optics that deliver shake-free clarity without the bulk or blur.

Features

• Image Stabilization at 14x Magnification – Enjoy crisp, shake-free views with optical prism compensation and a 2-axis gimbal — no tripod required.
• Premium HD Glass Lenses – High-definition optics provide bright, richly detailed images, even in dim or shifting light.
• Advanced Multi-Coating System – UBX, PXA, and LPE coatings increase light transmission, boost contrast, and keep lenses clean in wet weather.
• Weather-Resistant & Fog-Proof Build – Nitrogen-filled and IPX4-rated to prevent internal fogging and handle rain, sea spray, or sudden temperature changes.
• Eyeglass-Friendly Viewing – LE eyepieces, twist-up eyecups, and long eye relief ensure comfort and a full field of view — even with glasses on.
• Lightweight & Field-Ready – Weighing just 644 g with a compact form factor, they deliver powerful 14x magnification without weighing you down.

The Alpen Apex Steady 14x42 HD Binoculars Are for You If…

• You’ve struggled to track targets or spot wildlife because of shaky hands at high zoom levels.
• You hunt, sail, or birdwatch in conditions where you need reliable image stability without carrying extra gear.
• You want serious optical performance in a more forgiving magnification range — perfect for following movement or scanning large terrain.
• You wear glasses and have missed shots or details due to limited eye relief or narrow field of view.
• You’ve had enough of lenses fogging up every time the weather shifts, and need optics that just work.

When you're glassing at 14x, stability still matters. Even a subtle tremor can obscure detail, break focus, or cause eye fatigue. The Alpen Apex Steady 14x42 HD solves that with built-in image stabilization powered by a precision optical gimbal — so you get clean, consistent visuals without needing a tripod.

Whether you’re glassing from a boat deck, watching birds in motion, or scanning tree lines at dusk, these binoculars are tuned for real-world performance. The HD glass delivers rich detail and natural color reproduction, while ALPEN’s coating system takes it further.

UBX multi-layer coatings enhance brightness by improving light transmission. PXA phase coatings sharpen contrast, and LPE (Lotus Pearl Effect) coatings repel water and dirt, keeping your lenses clear and your image uninterrupted — even in rain or mist.

With a twilight factor of 24 and a close focus distance of just 4 meters, you’ll see clearly from sunrise to sunset — whether you're tracking fast movement across a valley or observing wildlife just beyond the trail.

Fogged lenses are no longer a risk. These binoculars are nitrogen-filled to prevent internal condensation, especially during sudden changes in temperature — like stepping out of a vehicle into cold morning air. With IPX4 water resistance, they’re built to keep going when the weather doesn’t cooperate.

And while packed with serious features, the Apex Steady 14x42 HD still weighs just 644 grams — ideal for long hikes, boat storage, or lightweight carry.

If you wear glasses, these are ready to go right out of the box. Twist-up eyecups and long eye relief ensure comfort and full field visibility without adjusting or removing your eyewear.

For those who demand serious optical performance in a more compact, all-weather format — the Alpen Apex Steady 14x42 HD binoculars are built to meet every moment.