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Alpen Apex XP 8x56 ED Waterproof Binoculars — Premium Low-Light ED Binoculars for Astronomy and Twilight Wildlife Viewing

Alpen Apex XP 8x56 ED Waterproof Binoculars — Premium Low-Light ED Binoculars for Astronomy and Twilight Wildlife Viewing

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The Alpen Apex XP 8x56 ED is a premium low-light pair of binoculars built with extra-low dispersion (ED) glass and large 56mm objectives. It is a favorite for astronomy and twilight wildlife viewing, where its brightness and color accuracy really shine.

Big 56mm lenses plus ED glass give a bright, sharp, color-true image with a large exit pupil, ideal when the light is low or the stars are out.

Who it's for

Stargazers and twilight wildlife watchers who want a premium, bright, wide handheld view of the night sky and low-light scenes. See our guide to astronomy binoculars vs a telescope for beginners.

Key features

  • Extra-low dispersion (ED) glass reduces color fringing for sharp, true-color images.
  • Large 56mm objective lenses gather maximum light for bright low-light and night-sky views.
  • Big 7.0mm exit pupil keeps the image bright in darkness.
  • Phase-coated BaK-4 prisms deliver high contrast and resolution.
  • Long 17.5mm eye relief is comfortable, including for glasses wearers.
  • Waterproof and fog-proof sealed for dependable field use.

What you'll see

This is a superb astronomy binocular: the bright 8x56 view sweeps rich star fields and the Milky Way, resolves bright clusters, and shows the Moon in clear relief, while by day it excels at dawn and dusk wildlife.

Specifications
Magnification 8x
Objective lens 56mm
Field of view 305 ft at 1,000 yds
Eye relief 17.5mm
Exit pupil 7.0mm
Optical glass Extra-low dispersion (ED)
Prism BaK-4 roof, phase-coated
Lens coatings Fully multi-coated
Close focus 9.8 ft
Weight ~1,042 g
Waterproof / fog-proof Yes

Frequently asked questions

Why are these good for astronomy?
Large 56mm lenses, ED glass, and a 7mm exit pupil make the night sky bright and sharp for handheld viewing.

How do they differ from the standard Apex 8x56?
The XP ED model adds extra-low dispersion glass for better color accuracy and contrast.

Good for glasses wearers?
Yes, the 17.5mm eye relief is comfortable with glasses.

Are they waterproof?
Yes, sealed and fog-proof for all-weather use.

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Frequently Asked Questions

With a beginner telescope you can see a surprising amount — the craters and mountains on the Moon, the rings of Saturn, the moons of Jupiter, and star clusters like the Pleiades. As you get more comfortable, you can also spot nebulae and distant galaxies. Not sure which beginner telescope is right for you? Check out our Telescope Buying Guide.
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