The black and velvet green/gray ZEISS 10x42 Terra ED Binoculars Black Green Grayfeature a redesigned ergonomic chassis that makes holding them more comfortable, especially during long glassing sessions. Optically, they retain the exceptional elements that are the hallmarks of the Terra ED, including compact Schmidt-Pechan roof prisms, SCHOTT extra-low dispersion (ED) glass, and proprietary multicoatings. These complementary technologies and elements work together to produce an immersive observational experience that presents clear and bright views, with accurate color representation and virtually zero distortion across the entire wide field of view. The 60° apparent angle of view also helps to minimize the visible hand shake common in higher-power binoculars.

The comfortable ergonomic chassis is made of a fiberglass-reinforced polycarbonate to help reduce weight without sacrificing strength. It also adds impact and temperature resistance. Being resistant to temperature changes ensures the housing remains a constant temperature, even in cold and wet conditions. It will not experience the expansion and contraction common in metal chassis that can cause the optical elements to move out of alignment over time and hinder the binoculars' ability to achieve sharp focus. The chassis is covered in a black and velvet green/gray rubber armoring that helps to protect them from drops and impacts and provides a slip-resistant grip.

SCHOTT Extra-Low Dispersion Glass    Schmidt-Pechan Roof Prism Design    ZEISS Hydrophobic Multicoated Optics    Wide 60° Viewing Angle    Nitrogen-Filled, Fog & Waterproof    5.25' Close-Focus Distance    Closed-Bridge Configuration    Reinforced Polycarbonate Housing    Large Center Focusing Wheel    Twist-up Rubber Eyecups

• 10x magnification
• 42mm objective lenses
• Roof prism optical path
• Compact Schmidt-Pechan prism design for correcting view and thinner optical tubes versus the more common Abbe-Koenig design
• SCHOTT ED glass elements reduce chromatic and spherical aberrations to produce views with true color rendition without halos, diffraction, or distortion across the entire field of view
• ZEISS proprietary hydrophobic multicoated optics for dust, dirt, and oil resistance plus improved light transmission, color rendition, sharpness, and contrast
• Short 5.25' close-focus distance
• Wide 60° apparent angle of view
• 330' field of view at 1000 yards

• Closed-bridge configuration
• Large fast-focus center wheel
• ±3 right-eye dioptric correction
• 58-75.5mm interpupillary adjustment range
• Twist-up click-stop rubber eyecups for comfortable use with or without eyewear
• 14mm eye relief
• 4.2mm exit pupil

• Fiberglass-reinforced polycarbonate housing for impact, corrosion, and temperature resistance 
• Lightweight housing for less neck strain and lighter optic without sacrificing strength
• Protective black and velvet green/gray rubber armor
• Nitrogen-filled for fog and waterproof performance
• Submersible to 100 mbar of pressure, or approximately 3' (1m)
• Operating temperature 5 to 140°F (-15 to 60°C)
• Weight: 25.6 oz

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Do generic lens covers exist that fit the Zeiss 8x25 binoculars? I understand that this question was raised earlier, but perhaps a secondary market has cropped up in the meantime.

A: B&H carries slip on caps by Kaiser. The slip on size goes by millimeters of the dement ions of the outside barrel of the binoculars. The caps slip over the outside barrel.

Q: 2. Are the binoculars evaluated by the 3 reviewers made in China or elsewhere? If so, where? I do not want to buy binoculars now made in China when the reviewes ones were made elsewhere.

A: Yes these Binoculars are made in China.

Q: 3. Can you loop the neck strap through the rainguard?

A: Yes. There are ways.

Q: 4. Is there an item that made in germany?

A: All Steiner binoculars are made in Germany. https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/products/Binoculars/ci/1010?sort=PRICE_LOW_TO_HIGH&filters=fct_brand_name%3Asteiner

Q: 5. You list the close-focus distance as 39.9 feet, but it looks like on the Zeiss website for this model that the close is 6.23 feet. Which is it, please? Thanks.

A: The Minimum Focus Distance would be 5.7' / 1.74 m

Q: 6. Would these be good for indoor sporting events and theater?

A: Yes , minimum focus is just under 6 feet

Q: 7. What is the warranty?

A: Limited Lifetime Warranty

Q: 8. How does the overall sharpness of the Terra 8 by 42 compare to the 10 by 42?

A: Sharpness should be almost equal. Stabilizing the 10X will be a little more difficult.

Q: 9. Does this come with a case?

A: Yes this binocular comes with a case.

Q: 10. Do these have a threaded hole to attach a tripod adapter?

A: Yes this model has a 1/4"-20 screw hole to mount a tripod adapter.