Minox X-Lite

Minox designed the Minox X-Lite 8x26 Binoculars to be your go-to optic for all of your outdoor activities. The 8x power brings your subject in close for observation while preserving a comfortable exit pupil and eye relief, making them ideal for bird watching, hiking, and sightseeing. The 26mm objectives keep the form factor highly compact and light to easily fit in most pockets, packs, and bags without weighing you down. This combination of power and objective size make these comfortable binoculars to carry, hold, and use all day long without causing fatigue or eyestrain.
Anti-reflection fully multi-coated optics and phase-corrected K9 roof prisms transmit bright and clear high-contrast images with true neutral color rendition and crisp clarity.

Key Features of the Minox X-Lite 8x26 Binoculars

Turnable eyecups: ideal for eyeglass wearers
Neutral color rendition and high contrast
High ease of use due very good ergonomics
High detail recognition
Waterproof according to IPX7, purged with nitrogen
Large field of view




Open-bridge/dual-hinge configuration
Utilizing an open-bridge/dual-hinge configuration helps to cut weight without sacrificing stability while providing plenty of room to wrap your hands completely around the optical tubes for a better grip. The chassis is made of a lightweight and durable aluminum alloy, while the optical tubes are nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed for water and fog proof performance—so the X-Lite will be more comfortable than you if the weather takes a turn to cold and wet.


Optical Performance

Moderate 8x power magnifies the view while preserving a comfortable exit pupil and eye relief
26mm objective lenses ensure a compact form factor for easy use and carrying
K9 roof prism light path allows for smaller optical tubes versus Porro prism design for more comfortable handling without compromising performance
Phase-correcting prism coatings reduce or eliminate internal interference to correct ghosting and halos for better resolution and clarity
Anti-reflection fully multi-coated optics improve light transmission to produce a neutral color rendition and boost contrast
Spacious 119m field of view at 1000 meters



Use and Handling

Open-bridge, dual-hinge configuration offers stability and rigidity
Bridge design provides more gripping surface for steadier handling
Large knurled center focus wheel
Right-eye dioptric correction
Twist-up eyecups for comfortable use with or without eyewear
Tripod mountable with 6.15mm socket
16mm eye relief improves viewing comfort and reduces eyestrain
3.25mm exit pupil will completely cover pupils in most light conditions to keep the whole scene in view



Construction Details

Bridge offers much more gripping surface area versus conventional designs to make them more comfortable and secure to hold the binoculars with one hand
Protective rubber armoring
Nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed for water and fog proof performance
Textured exterior for sure handling in cold and wet weather
Weight: 283g





MPN - MB80407325
GTIN - 4007450100096

Minox X-Lite

Minox X-Lite - X-Lite 8x42 Binoculars

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The Minox X-Lite 8x42 Binoculars is outfitted with a versatile magnification and objective lens combination that is preferred by birders, hunters, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts the world over, the Minox 8x42 X-Lite Binoculars are designed to be your go-to optic for all of your outdoor activities.

The binoculars' 8x power brings your subject in close for observation while presenting a wide exit pupil and long eye relief, making them ideal for bird watching, hiking, and sightseeing. The 42mm objectives keep the views bright and sharp even in low and challenging light like at dawn and dusk or under heavy cloud cover or forest canopies. Anti-reflection fully multi-coated optics and phase-corrected BAK4 roof prisms transmit bright and clear high-contrast images with true neutral color rendition and crisp clarity.

Utilizing an open-bridge/dual-hinge configuration helps to offset the weight of the front lenses without sacrificing stability while providing plenty of room to wrap your hands completely around the optical tubes for a better grip—even if you need to glass with one hand.

 

Optical Performance

  • Moderate 8x power magnifies the view while preserving a wide exit pupil and long eye relief
  • Full-size 42mm objective lenses provide the light-gathering capability required to keep views bright in low light and when viewing subjects at long range
  • Roof prism light path allows for smaller optical tubes versus Porro prism design for more comfortable handling without compromising performance
  • BAK4 prisms deliver a round exit pupil and a crisp and clear image with limited edge distortion
  • Phase-correcting prism coatings reduce or eliminate internal interference to correct ghosting and halos for better resolution and clarity
  • Anti-reflection fully multi-coated optics improve light transmission to produce a neutral color rendition and boost contrast
  • Apparent angle of view approaches wide angle and reduces the need for the user to move their head side to side in order see the entire scene in front of them
  • Generous 373.5' field of view at 1000 yards

Use and Handling

  • Open-bridge, dual-hinge configuration offers stability and rigidity
  • Bridge design provides more gripping surface for steadier handling
  • Large knurled center focus wheel
  • Right-eye dioptric correction
  • Twist-up eyecups for comfortable use with or without eyewear
  • Tripod mountable with 1/4"-20 socket
  • Exceptional 17.3mm eye relief improves viewing comfort and reduces eyestrain
  • Wide 5.25mm exit pupil will completely cover most pupils in low and challenging light conditions to keep the whole scene in view

Construction Details

  • Bridge offers much more gripping surface area versus conventional designs to make them more comfortable and secure so you can hold the binoculars with one hand
  • Protective rubber armoring
  • Nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed for water and fogproof performance
  • Textured exterior for sure handling in cold and wet weather
  • Tethered one-piece ocular rainguard and objective lens caps prevent loss and allow for fast reaction when opportunities present themselves
  • Compact design is well under 6" long

  • MPN - MB80407327
  • GTIN - 4007450100119
Magnification 8x
Objective Lens Diameter 42 mm
Angle of View 7.1° (Actual)
Field of View 373.49' @ 1000 yd / 124 m @ 1000 m
Minimum Focus Distance 8.2' / 2.5 m
Exit Pupil Diameter 5.25 mm
Eye Relief 17.3 mm
Interpupillary Adjustment  56 to 76 mm / 2.2 to 3"
Diopter Adjustment -5 to +5
Focus Type Center
Fogproof  Yes
Water Resistance Waterproof, IPX7
Dimensions  5.75 x 5.31 x 2.17" / 14.6 x 13.5 x 5.5 cm
Weight  610 g
  • Phase-Corrected BAK4 Roof Prisms
  • Nitrogen Filled, Water and Fogproof
  • Aluminum Alloy Chassis
  • Rubber-Armored Exterior
  • Twist-Up Rubber Eyecups
  • Anti-Reflection Fully Multi-Coated Glass
  • Open-Bridge, Dual-Hinge Configuration
  • Large Knurled Center Focus Wheel
  • Tripod Mountable with Optional Adapter