This winter, Nikon corporation will release six (6) high-class, fashionable, and exclusively designed loupes ---
three (3) "Racket-type" loupes and three (3) "Pocket-type" loupes.
Products
Nikon Racket-Type Loupe 4D (Photo: Top left)
Nikon Racket-Type Loupe 8D (Photo: Top center)
Nikon Racket-Type Loupe 10D (Photo: Top right)
Nikon Pocket-Type Loupe 12D (Photo: Bottom left)
Nikon Pocket-Type Loupe 16D (Photo: Bottom center)
Nikon Pocket-Type Loupe 20D (Photo: Bottom right)
Major features of Nikon Racket Type Loupe 4D / 8D / 10D
- Wide viewing area
The rectangular model "4D (*magnification: 1.5x) "and two (2) rounded models "8D (*magnification: 2x) " and "10D (*magnification: 2.5x) " each have a wide viewing area thanks to a wide lens diameter.
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- Note: the magnification value is based on a viewing distance of approximately 250mm (9.8 in.)
- Unique design with small sub lens featuring different diopter
The "Racket-type" loupe has a small sub lens, attached to the grip portion of the loupe, that has a large diopter (*higher magnification value).
It is useful when reading small letters.
This small sub lens is also a part of the unique design of the racket-type loupe.
- Equi-convex lens enables viewing through both sides
This "Racket-type" loupe uses an equi-convex lens for both the main lens and the small sub lens. The view is identical from either side.
Also, the main equi-convex lens of the "8D" model and the "10D" model is an aspherical (AS) lens that shows clear images, even at the rim of the lens.
- Lightweight and suitable for extended use
The "Racket-type" is light because the lenses and frame are made of plastic.
You will not get tired from holding it for a long time, thus it is good when reading a book or enjoying a hobby.
The gripping area is wrapped with rubber, so it fits great in your hand. It is also sanitized.
Specifications of the Nikon Racket-Type Loupes
| Model |
4D |
8D |
10D |
| Main lens |
Equi-convex
spherical lens |
Equi-convex aspherical (AS) lens |
| Effective area / diameter |
107 x 53.5mm
(4.2 x 2.1 in.) |
Ø 80mm (3.1 in.) |
Ø 60mm (2.4 in.) |
| Refractive power |
4 dpt. |
8 dpt. |
10 dpt. |
| Reference magnifications |
1.5x |
2.0x |
2.5x |
| Sub lens |
Equi-convex spherical lens |
| Effective diameter |
Ø 18mm (0.7 in.) |
| Refractive power |
10 dpt. |
20 dpt. |
| Reference magnifications |
2.5x |
5.0x |
| Lens material |
Plastic |
| Coating |
Anti-scratch coating |
| Dimensions(W x D x H) |
163** x121x18mm
(6.4** x 4.8 x 0.7 in.) |
212 x 92 x 18mm
(8.3 x 3.6 x 0.7 in.) |
190 x 72 x 18mm
(7.5 x 2.8 x 0.7 in.) |
| Weight |
140g (4.9 oz.) |
115g (4.1 oz.) |
75g (2.6 oz.) |
Major features of the Nikon Pocket-Type Loupe 12D / 16D / 20D
- Portable, oval-shaped loupe with marble design
This "Pocket-type" is an oval-shaped portable loupe with a marble-patterned ( = may differ from product each) design.
There are three (3) "Pocket-type" models "12D (magnification: 3x)", "16D (magnification: 4x)", and "20D (magnification: 2x / 3x / 5x)".
- "20D" model features three (3) selectable magnification
With either one lens with 2x magnification, one lens with 3x magnification, or a combination of these two lenses, the "20D" model can be set to any of three magnifications (2x, 3x, or 5x).
Specifications of the Nikon Pocket-Type Loupes
| Model |
12D |
16D |
20D |
| Lens |
Bi-convex spherical lens |
| Effective diameter |
Ø 32.5mm (1.3 in.) |
| Refractive power |
12 dpt. |
16 dpt. |
20 (8 / 12) dpt. |
| Reference magnification *** |
3x |
4x |
5 (2 / 3) x |
| Lens material |
Optical glass |
| Coating |
Single layer coating |
| Dimensions (W x D x H) |
68 x 46 x 14mm
(2.7 x 1.8 x 0.6 in.) |
68 x 46 x 17mm
(2.7 x 1.8 x 0.7 in.) |
| Weight |
30g (1.0 oz.) |
32g (1.1 oz.) |
41g (1.4 oz.) |
