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Apr. 1999
Nikon Corporation introduces its 7×50CF WP and 7×50CF WP Compass binoculars.
Complying with increasing market demands, we are going to reinforce our 7×50 waterproof binoculars line for marine and professional use this spring.
Featuring central focusing (CF) and lighter weight, 7×50CF WP and 7×50CF WP Compass are newly developed as sister models of 7×50IF WP and 7×50IF WP Compass.
The new 7×50CF WP and 7×50CF WP Compass binoculars are recommended for marine sports in general, such as yachting, fishing, cruising etc.
Major features
Waterproof and fog-free with O-ring seals and nitrogen (N2) gas.
Easy to use central focus (CF).
Light weight with plastic chassis.
High eyepoint design for clear field of view for even eyeglass wearers : 22.7 mm.
Multilayer coated lenses and large objective diameter (Ø50 mm) for a bright image.
Rubber armored body for shock resistance and firm, comfortable grip.
Built-in illuminated compass and scale (7×50CF WP Compass only).
Floating strap is included in the standard set.
Specifications
7×50CF WP |
7×50CF WP Compass |
7×50IF WP |
7×50IF WP Compass |
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| Magnification (×) | 7 |
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| Objective diameter (mm) | 50 |
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| Angular field of view (Real / degree) |
7.2 |
7.5 | 7.0 | |
| Angular field of view (Apparent / degree) |
50.4 |
52.5 | 49.0 | |
| Field of view at 1,000m (m) |
126 |
122 | 128 | |
| Exit pupil (mm) | 7.1 |
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| Relative brightness | 50.1 |
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| Eye relief (mm) | 22.7 |
18.0 |
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| Close focusing distance (m) |
10.0 |
25.0 |
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| Length (mm) | 193 |
181 |
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| Width (mm) | 202 |
203 |
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| Weight (g) | 1,150 | 1,170 | 1,210 | |
| Type | Porro |
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| Focusing system | Central Focus |
Individual Focus |
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| Compass | -- |
Built-in illuminated Compass (Powered by 1.5 V LR43 Alkaline Battery × 1) | -- |
Built-in Compass |
| Chassis | Plastics |
Metal |
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