{"product_id":"kite-optics-apc-stabilized-10x30-ii-aaa-binoculars","title":"Kite Optics APC Stabilized 10x30 II AAA Binoculars","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt 10x, every tremor in your hands is magnified ten times along with the bird, which is why a warbler in the canopy or a channel marker on the swell can be hard to hold in view. The Kite Optics APC Stabilized 10x30 II pairs \u003cstrong\u003eKite's KDGS-1 gimbal stabilization and KT 2.0 processor with a 610 g body\u003c\/strong\u003e that runs for up to 60 hours on two AAA batteries.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"max-width:400px;margin:1.5em auto\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/2494\/1742\/files\/kite-optics-apc-30-ii-stabilized-binoculars-glassing-riverbank.jpg?width=400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/2494\/1742\/files\/kite-optics-apc-30-ii-stabilized-binoculars-glassing-riverbank.jpg?width=400 400w\" sizes=\"400px\" alt=\"Birder glassing a riverbank at sunset with Kite Optics APC 30 II stabilized binoculars in a petrol blue silicone jacket\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch5 id=\"key-features\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGimbal stabilization in a compact body.\u003c\/strong\u003e The KDGS-1 gimbal, run by the KT 2.0 processor, corrects movement within a 3° angle, from small vibrations to larger sweeps, so the image stays steady and natural whether you scan a hedgerow or track a bird in flight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e93% light transmission.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 30 mm objectives give a bright image with natural colors, and the detail holds as daylight begins to fade.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwo AAA batteries, up to 60 hours.\u003c\/strong\u003e Alkaline or lithium cells both work. Active power control and a 90-minute sleep timer manage power, and a low-battery indicator warns before the cells run out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIPX7 waterproof and gas-filled.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rain, spray or a brief drop into water will not stop it: the body keeps water out even when temporarily submerged.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe compact APC 30, redesigned.\u003c\/strong\u003e The APC 30 II returns with an all-new design: updated technology and improved handling in a compact, ergonomic body.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClose focus at 2.3 m (7.5 ft).\u003c\/strong\u003e Near enough for a butterfly at the edge of a garden border.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Japan.\u003c\/strong\u003e Kite develops its APC binoculars in Belgium and builds every one in Japan.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch5 id=\"ideal-for\"\u003eIdeal For\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBirders and walkers\u003c\/strong\u003e who want stabilized 10x views from a lightweight binocular they can carry all day.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTravelers\u003c\/strong\u003e packing light: it runs on two AAA cells.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoaters and coastal watchers\u003c\/strong\u003e, where a moving deck makes an unstabilized 10x hard to hold and the IPX7 rating keeps spray out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone weighing more reach\u003c\/strong\u003e: the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kite-optics-apc-stabilized-14x30-ii-aaa-binoculars\"\u003eAPC Stabilized 14x30 II\u003c\/a\u003e is the same body at 14x, while the 10x30 II keeps the wider field and the larger 3 mm exit pupil for dim light.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr\u003e\n\u003ch5 id=\"accessories-compatibility\"\u003eAccessories \u0026amp; Compatibility\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSilicone jackets.\u003c\/strong\u003e Kite makes three APC 30 II jackets that add protection and color: \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kite-optics-silicone-jacket-apc-30-ii-sage-green\"\u003esage green\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kite-optics-silicone-jacket-apc-30-ii-dusty-rose\"\u003edusty rose\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kite-optics-silicone-jacket-apc-30-ii-petrol-blue\"\u003epetrol blue\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBatteries.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two AAA cells, alkaline or lithium, not included.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHandheld use.\u003c\/strong\u003e The APC 30 II has no tripod socket and no spare-battery compartment.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kite Optics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67995863613614,"sku":"K280895","price":1049.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/2494\/1742\/files\/KITE_OPTICS_APC30_20_2826_29.webp?v=1794244338","url":"https:\/\/astrotelescopium.com\/products\/kite-optics-apc-stabilized-10x30-ii-aaa-binoculars","provider":"AstroTelescopium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}