Nikon EDG 10x42

Nikon
Nikon introduced the most advanced binocular in the company's history at the SHOT Show this year. The EDG series binoculars were engineered using cutting-edge technology. The EDG binocular uses Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass to push the limits of optical perfection. Used in Nikon's legendary Nikkor lenses, this glass was developed to eliminate chromatic aberration that occurs when light rays of varying wavelengths pass through optical glass. Nikon EDG binoculars offer the same results: high-contrast, high-resolution images that are razor sharp and free of flare.

The binoculars incorporate phase-correction-coated roof prisms to enhance resolution, as well as dielectric coated subprisms to maximize light transmission. A magnesium-alloy body and open-bridge construction offer ruggedness at a sensible weight. The EDG is offered in several magnifications. Full-size glasses with 42mm objective lenses are available in 7X, 8X, and 10X, and compact models with 32mm objectives can be had in 8X and 10X.

Schmidt & Bender 2.5-10x

Schmidt & Bender
In the age of growing objectives and overweight tubes, Schmidt & Bender is downsizing a bit, and the result is a fantastic new 2.5-10X hunting scope with a 1-inch tube and 40mm objective. The 40mm objective lens allows for a compact, low-profile scope, but Schmidt & Bender's superior glass and construction still deliver excellent low-light performance. Eye relief is almost 4 inches, making the 2.5-10X 40mm perfect for magnum and large-caliber rifles. The scope is also one of the first Schmidt & Bender hunting models to feature a reticle in the second focal plane.

Sightron SIII 3.5-10x

Sightron
Sightron has introduced five new SIII model scopes for 2008. The new SIII SSLR scopes are designed primarily for long-range shooting and hunting applications. Models include a 6-24X 50mm with mil-dot, a 6-24X 50mm with dot reticle, an 8-32X 56mm with dot reticle, a 3.5-10X 56mm with illuminated German 4A reticle, and a 3.5-10X 44mm with mil-dot reticle.

All SIII scopes have side parallax focus and oversized target knobs with 1/4-MOA adjustments that can be reset to zero and feature Sightron's unique Exactrack system for precise no-drift windage and elevation adjustments. Positive audible click adjustment helps shooters get on target quickly, and the 30mm tubes are machined from aircraft-quality aluminum. The fully coated, precision-ground lenses use Sightron's ZACT-7 Revcoat seven-layer multicoating throughout to provide excellent light transmission.

Steiner Predator C5 10x42

Steiner
Steiner has developed a new series of Predator binoculars. The Predator C5 binos have new fully multicoated optics contained in a shockproof and waterproof housing. The C5 series is offered in 10X42 and 12X42, and it delivers an improved degree of light transmission, image resolution, and color contrast. Partly responsible for this new level of performance is the combination of traditional silver-mirror technology with selected dielectric coatings on the C5's interference mirrors. This delivers greater light transmission, image contrast, and pinpoint resolution. This new Predator has an ergonomic housing and a rubberized armor covering that feels great in the hands and helps protect it from the harshest conditions.