Pentax SMC XW-5 Eyepiece

Pentax SMC XW-5 Eyepiece - Technical Details

The Pentax SMC XW-5 Eyepiece is designed to provide exceptional image quality with sharp resolution and comfort, making it a great choice for users of Pentax spotting scopes. Featuring high-refraction lanthanum glass, this eyepiece ensures high optical performance while maintaining weatherproof durability.

Key Features:

• Optical Design:

  • The eyepiece is made with eight elements in five groups and high refraction, low-dispersion lanthanum glass. This ensures impressive image resolution and helps reduce chromatic aberrations, providing you with clearer, more accurate images.

• 70° Apparent Field of View:

  • The wide 70° field of view provides an immersive viewing experience. This is especially useful when observing large or distant subjects, offering a more expansive view without significant edge distortion.

• Generous 20mm Eye Relief:

  • The 20mm eye relief allows for comfortable viewing, especially for users who wear glasses. This means you can enjoy the full field of view without needing to press your eye against the eyepiece.

• Fully Multicoated:

  • The fully multicoated optics improve light transmission, providing brighter and sharper images, even in low-light conditions.

• Weatherproof Design (JIS Class 4):

  • This eyepiece features JIS Class 4 weatherproofing, which ensures it remains resistant to rain and moisture, allowing you to observe in various environmental conditions without worry.

• Compatible with Multiple Pentax Spotting Scopes:

  • The Pentax SMC XW-5 is designed to be used with Pentax PF-65, PF-65 ED II, PF-80, and PF-100 series spotting scopes, making it a versatile and high-performance option for different models.

Product Specifications:

• Focal Length: 5mm
• Apparent Field of View: 70°
• Eye Relief: 20mm
• Optical Design: 8 elements in 5 groups with lanthanum glass for low dispersion.
• Multicoating: Fully multicoated for improved brightness and sharpness.
• Weatherproof Rating: JIS Class 4 (moisture-resistant)
• Attachment Diameter: 31.7mm (1.25" nosepiece)
• Filter Diameter: 28.6mm
• Weight: 390 grams
• Dimensions: 61mm (W) x 137mm (H)
• Compatibility: Pentax PF-65, PF-65 ED II, PF-80, and PF-100 series spotting scopes.

Reasons You’ll Love the Pentax SMC XW-5 Eyepiece:

1. Comfortable to Use:

   • With its generous 20mm of eye relief, this eyepiece is ideal for glasses wearers and ensures a comfortable, full-field view.

2. Sharp, Clear Images:

   • The high-quality lanthanum glass and fully multicoated optics deliver sharp, bright images with minimal chromatic aberrations, making it perfect for detailed observation.

3. Weather-Durable:

   • Designed with JIS Class 4 weatherproofing, this eyepiece is ready for use in various weather conditions, including rain or high humidity, providing reliable performance during outdoor observations.

What’s Included:

• Pentax SMC XW-5 Eyepiece
• Eyepiece Lens Cap (for protection)

Ideal For:

• Birdwatching: Excellent for long-distance observation of wildlife, ensuring sharpness and clarity even in varying lighting conditions.
• Astronomy: Perfect for high-magnification stargazing and observing celestial objects like planets and the moon.
• Nature Observation: Great for scanning landscapes and studying wildlife with a wide, immersive view.

Why Choose the Pentax SMC XW-5 Eyepiece?

The Pentax SMC XW-5 is a high-performance eyepiece that delivers clear, sharp images and comfortable viewing, whether you're observing the stars or nature. With durable, weather-resistant construction and wide 70° field of view, it enhances your Pentax spotting scope, allowing for a premium observing experience in a variety of outdoor conditions.