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RSPB Sparrowhawk® binoculars 8.5 x 42
- Flagship model in the RSPB binocular range
- Perfect all-purpose binoculars for birding and wildlife-watching
- Super bright and crystal-clear viewing
- Lightweight and compact
- Phase and SHR coated Schmidt-Pechan prisms and flat-field multicoated ED lenses
- Superior low-light performance
- Includes rain guard, objective caps, contour neoprene strap and case
- 10-year warranty
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Product description
Boasting high-quality Japanese optics in a lightweight and robust magnesium body, the RSPB Sparrowhawk® is the new flagship model in the RSPB range of binoculars.
With phase and SHR coated Schmidt-Pechan prisms and flat-field multicoated ED lenses, the Sparrowhawk® offers super bright and crystal-clear viewing, as well as superior low-light performance, perfect for handling any scenario.
The perfect all-purpose binoculars for birding and wildlife watching, the Sparrowhawk® has tack-sharp edge-to-edge clarity, a generous depth of field and a silky focus mechanism. All of this is beautifully packaged in a lightweight, compact body that boasts excellent light transmission.
The Sparrowhawk® is the new benchmark in high-end, affordable optics and comes with a 10-year warranty, rain guard, objective caps, contour neoprene strap and case.

Key features
- Flagship model in the RSPB binocular range
- Perfect all-purpose binoculars for birding and wildlife-watching
- Super bright and crystal-clear viewing
- Lightweight and compact
- Phase and SHR coated Schmidt-Pechan prisms and flat-field multicoated ED lenses
- Superior low-light performance
- Includes rain guard, objective caps, contour neoprene strap and case
- 10-year warranty

Specifications
| RSPB Sparrowhawk® Binoculars | 8.5x42 | 10x42 |
| Magnification | 8.5x | 10x |
| Objective lens diameter (mm) | 42 | 42 |
| ED lens | Yes | Yes |
| Close focus distance (m) | 2 | 1.5 |
| Field of view (degrees) | 8 | 6.6 |
| Field of view (m/1000m) | 140 | 115 |
| Eye relief (mm) | 16.7 | 17.8 |
| Exit pupil (mm) | 4.9 | 4.2 |
| Interpupillary distance (mm) | 56-74 | 56-74 |
| Waterproof | Yes | Yes |
| Nitrogen-filled | Yes | Yes |
| Weight (g) | 700 | 700 |
| Dimensions L x W x H (mm) | 145 x 125 x 50 | 145 x 125 x 50 |
| Warranty | 10 years | 10 years |
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