Leica Geovid HD-B 3000 8×42 Binoculars with Rangefinder

Description

Characteristics:

The Leica 8x42 Geovid HD-B 3000 Rangefinder binocular combines superior optical performance with a powerful 3000-yard laser rangefinder and ballistic computer in a highly portable, easy-to-use optic.

Optically, the Geovid utilizes Leica's Perger-Porro prism optical design, which provides the compact form factor of a roof prism with the rich depth of field and interference-free light path of a traditional Porro prism. Further enhancing image quality is a system of internal baffles to suppress stray light and the HDC multi-coated optical system that maximizes light transmission while improving color fidelity and contrast. These optical features, combined with moderate magnification and larger objectives, produce an optic with a wide exit pupil and long eye relief that is comfortable and easy to use with an exceptionally wide field of view.

The range-finding system integrates an inclinometer and ballistics computer with the powerful IR laser to improve first-shot accuracy. Its inclinometer measures the relative angle from the user to the target, then combines it with the linear range, to provide an adjusted distance that allows you to better judge hold-off/break-off. The addition of Leica's Advanced Ballistic Compensation System uses one of 12 pre-programmed ballistic curves based on common ammunition loads, combined with the adjusted range and environmental conditions, to further improve hold-off/break-off accuracy. Users can also create custom curves on the Leica website and upload them to the Geovid, further refining accuracy. Hold-off/break-off values can be displayed as the adjusted range, relative angle,

Leica employs an open-bridge/double-hinge design that makes the Geovid lighter and easier to handle without sacrificing strength or stability. Protecting the optics and electronics is a magnesium alloy chassis that is both lightweight and durable. The body is wrapped in protective rubber armor that provides a non-slip grip. To withstand the rigors of the road, the optical tubes are nitrogen-filled and O-ring sealed to make them waterproof and submersible, and resistant to internal fogging when operating in extreme temperatures and environmental conditions.

Optical performance

• Moderate 8x magnification increases magnification without sacrificing field of view and exit pupil for easier viewing, especially in low-light conditions
• 42mm objective lenses increase light gathering capacity while ensuring the optical tubes remain slim for easier handling.
• The Porro prism optical design combines the rich depth of field of a Porro prism light path while maintaining the more compact straight-line optical tube of a roof prism, without the phase interference, to minimize light loss and internal diffraction.
• The fully multi-coated HDC system has anti-reflective and abrasion-resistant properties to protect the exterior surfaces of the lenses and maximize light transmission with natural neutral color fidelity and improved contrast.
• Internal baffle system suppresses stray light to improve contrast
• AquaDura hydrophobic coating on external optical surfaces allows dirt, dust and fingerprints to be easily removed without leaving residue on the lens surfaces.
• The 65° ultra-wide apparent viewing angle presents the user with a wide and immersive viewing experience.
• 426' field of view at 1000 yd.

  Technical specifications:

• Laser Locator
• Class 1 eye-safe infrared laser
• Displays distance in yards or meters.
• Range: 10 to 3000 yd (10 to 2743m)
• Accuracy, 10-550 yd: ± 1 yd (1m)
• Accuracy, 550-1100 yd: ± 2 yd (2m)
• Accuracy, 1100 yd +: ± 0.5%
• Spot mode for ranging to a single subject; Scan mode for continuous measurement to multiple or moving targets
• The measurement time is 0.5 seconds.
• Integrated inclinometer measures the angle relative to the target.
• Equivalent Horizontal Range (EHR) mode uses angle and range to calculate an adjusted horizontal distance to the target for improved accuracy from 10 to 1200 yd (10-1100 m)
• Four-digit LED overlay with automatic brightness adjustment
• Simple and intuitive two-button user interface for right-handed users
• Works with an included CR2 battery
• ABC system (advanced ballistic compensation)
• Combines rangefinder, inclinometer, temperature and atmospheric pressure data with installed ballistic curves to provide hold-off/offset compensation values
• Compensation values are displayed as hold-on, adjusted distance to target (EHR), or MOA/mils for the number of clicks required on the scope turrets.
• 12 pre-installed fixed ballistic curves based on the most popular round loads allow for easy ballistic drop compensation (BDC)
• The ballistic calculator on the Leica website allows the user to create custom curves for specific loads, save them to a microSD card, and load them into the optic via its card slot.
• Use and handling
• The open bridge/dual hinge configuration reduces weight while providing a solid platform for the internal focusing system and rangefinder.
• The non-slip central focus wheel is easy to use with high precision, even when wearing gloves
• ±4 diopter correction allows the user to compensate for optical prescriptions for sharper views
• 4-position twist-up rubber eyecups for use with or without glasses
• Long 18mm eye relief makes long-term viewing easier and more comfortable
• The wide 5.25mm exit ensures complete coverage as they open and dilate in low light to keep the entire scene in view.
• Construction details
• Open bridge/double hinge design provides added strength and more gripping surface area
• Lightweight and durable magnesium alloy housing
• Non-slip and protective rubber armor.
• Nitrogen-filled and O-ring sealed to be waterproof and submersible to 16.5', and resistant to internal fogging when moving through extreme temperature changes or environmental conditions
• Weight: 34 oz, with battery