{"product_id":"kite-optics-apc-stabilized-16x42-ed-binoculars","title":"Kite Optics APC Stabilized 16x42 ED Binoculars","description":"\u003cp\u003eAt 16x, hand shake hides the fine detail the magnification is there to show. The Kite Optics APC Stabilized 16x42 ED holds the image with \u003cstrong\u003eED glass, Kite's KDGS-2 gimbal and KT 3.0 software in the same 849 g body as the 12x and 20x\u003c\/strong\u003e, and spreads it across a 66.5° apparent field. Its gimbal corrects within 3°, against the ±0.8° Canon publishes for its 10x42 L IS WP and 12x36 IS III.\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-42-ed-stabilized-binoculars-seated-observer.jpg?width=400\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/2494\/1742\/files\/kite-optics-apc-42-ed-stabilized-binoculars-seated-observer.jpg?width=400 400w\" sizes=\"400px\" alt=\"Observer seated on a grassy slope with Kite Optics APC 42 ED stabilized binoculars\"\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\u003e85% light transmission.\u003c\/strong\u003e Between the 12x42 ED's 88% and the 20x42 ED's 83%.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClose focus at 2.9 m (9.5 ft).\u003c\/strong\u003e Near enough for a dragonfly on a reed or a bird at the feeder.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eED optical system.\u003c\/strong\u003e Extra-low dispersion glass in the 42 mm optics controls color fringing on high-contrast edges, so a dark bird against bright sky keeps its true outline.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKDGS-2 gimbal, KT 3.0 software and SMARTFLOW.\u003c\/strong\u003e Kite's second-generation gimbal is driven by the KT 3.0 processor and software. Its SMARTFLOW algorithm adapts in real time, absorbing wind, hand movement and panning, then holds the image steady once you stop on a subject. The correction angle is 3°.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid AAA power with a spare set on board.\u003c\/strong\u003e Two AAA cells run the binocular and a second pair waits in the internal spare compartment. Four rechargeable Ansmann Li-ion AAA cells come in the box, and standard alkaline or lithium AAAs work as well. Lithium AAAs are rated at 60 hours a set (120 hours with the stored spares), alkaline at 33 hours and the supplied Li-ion cells at 20 hours, and Kite recommends lithium cells for the longest run time and the lowest risk of leakage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAutomatic power control.\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the binocular hang on its strap and the stabilization sleeps; raise it to your eyes and it wakes, with no button to press. A 90-minute timer switches it off completely, and the power light flashes when the batteries run low.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWorks without power.\u003c\/strong\u003e With the switch at off, the gimbal locks and the APC 42 ED works as a conventional binocular.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWeatherproof.\u003c\/strong\u003e IPX7 waterproof and gas-filled, with a protective repellent coating.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTripod socket.\u003c\/strong\u003e A 1\/4-inch socket for long sessions on a tripod.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwist-up eyecups.\u003c\/strong\u003e Leave them down with glasses on, twist them up without.\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 wildlife watchers\u003c\/strong\u003e who want more reach than 12x and a wide 66.5° apparent field for following a subject.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTravelers and hikers\u003c\/strong\u003e who want a stabilized ED binocular that runs on AAA cells, with rechargeables in the box and a spare pair inside.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBoaters and sea watchers\u003c\/strong\u003e, where stabilization steadies the view from a moving deck and the IPX7 rating keeps spray out.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnyone choosing a power or a model.\u003c\/strong\u003e The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kite-optics-apc-stabilized-12x42-ed-binoculars\"\u003e12x42 ED\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kite-optics-apc-stabilized-20x42-ed-binoculars\"\u003e20x42 ED\u003c\/a\u003e share this body. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kite-optics-apc-stabilized-12x42-aa-binoculars\"\u003eAPC 12x42\u003c\/a\u003e is lighter at 720 g and runs on AA cells; the ED version adds ED glass, the KDGS-2 gimbal with a 3° correction angle (2° on the APC 42) and a tripod socket.\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's APC 42 ED jackets in \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kite-optics-silicone-jacket-apc-42-ed-full-black\"\u003efull black\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/products\/kite-optics-silicone-jacket-apc-42-ed-sage-green\"\u003esage green\u003c\/a\u003e protect the body from scratches, impacts and wear and add grip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBatteries.\u003c\/strong\u003e Four Ansmann Li-ion rechargeable AAA cells are included. Kite does not support other rechargeable cells, which may void the warranty; standard alkaline or lithium AAAs are fine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTripod.\u003c\/strong\u003e The 1\/4-inch socket takes a standard tripod adapter.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kite Optics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67995869872302,"sku":"K280741","price":1749.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0620\/2494\/1742\/files\/KITE_OPTICS_APC42ED_20_2811_29_e42de9cf-26b8-4773-b7f3-86cdea0bc336.webp?v=1794244364","url":"https:\/\/astrotelescopium.com\/products\/kite-optics-apc-stabilized-16x42-ed-binoculars","provider":"AstroTelescopium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}