Weight
Right up front, we want to stress that with this binocular, you will need a tripod. That’s probably the most valuable tip we have to offer when it comes to this specific instrument. Its large, somewhat heavy, and the 20X magnification alone makes it hard to get a steady image. While you won’t need the tripod all the time, there will be occasions when you are not able to brace your elbows or when you would want to observe a specific object for more than a few seconds.
While the SuperGiant is heavy, it is not that heavy for its size. Most other high-power binoculars are much heavier, even double the Zhumell 20×80 SuperGiant’s 2kg. Still, 2 kilos is not exactly in the league of your average compact and making use of the built-in that enables use with any standard photography tripod makes sense. For quicker setup and for field trips, a monopod is a great alternative.
The power, field of view, and optical quality of the Zhumell 20×80 SuperGiant is fantastic, especially when one considers the low price. The first thing that strikes you is its POWER, but experienced enthusiasts will very quickly notice the jaw-dropping BRIGHTNESS of the images. The 80mm lenses collect an enormous amount of light. When viewing terrestrial objects and scenes, this large aperture translates into bright and exceptionally clear views. As an astronomy instrument, it will surprize most owners, especially since it seems so ‘low-tech’ compared to telescopes. In fact, binoculars like these are why in our article “Choosing a Telescope” we try to make a strong point that often a good binoculars is really what some people need, and not a telescope.
All in all, a great instrument. We highly recommend it. Just be sure that it will suit your use.
Recommended uses: Astronomy, Bird Watching, Security/Surveillance, Yachting.
Key Features
- Extra-large field of view
- Excellent light transmission
- High-quality multi-coated optics
- Easy to focus
- Perfectly view for people wearing glasses
Specifications
| Weight: |
70.4 oz. |
| Size: |
Giant Binoculars |
| Eye Relief: |
17 mm |
| Waterproof: |
No |
| Magnification: |
20x |
| Brand: |
Zhumell |
| Dimensions (in): |
9H x 13L x 5W Inches |
| Objective Lens Diameter: |
80 mm |
| Field of View @ 1000 Yards: |
168 ft. |
| Exit Pupil: |
4 mm |
| Focus Type: |
Center |
| Close Focusing Distance: |
70 ft. |
| Tripod Adaptable: |
Yes |
| Binoculars Series: |
Astronomical Binoculars |
| Prism Type: |
Porro Prism Binoculars |
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