{"product_id":"alpen-apex-xp-10x50-ed-waterproof-binoculars-wide-field-ed-glass-binoculars-for-astronomy-and-low-light-viewing","title":"Alpen Apex XP 10x50 ED Waterproof Binoculars — Wide-Field ED Glass Binoculars for Astronomy and Low-Light Viewing","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe Alpen Apex XP 10x50 ED Waterproof Binoculars pair a wide field of view with a large 50mm ED (extra-low dispersion) objective lens, making them a versatile choice for stargazing, wildlife viewing, and general outdoor use. The bigger 50mm lenses gather more light than a standard 42mm pair, which makes a real difference when you're scanning the night sky or watching for movement at dusk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eED glass helps keep bright stars and high-contrast edges free of the color fringing you get with lower-end optics, so views stay crisp and true-to-color. Fully multi-coated lenses and phase-corrected BAK4 roof prisms add extra brightness and contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA solid pick for beginners who want one pair of binoculars that works well for both casual astronomy and daytime outdoor use like birding or hiking. New to using binoculars for astronomy? Our guide on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/telescopewolves.com\/blogs\/news\/astronomy-binoculars-vs-telescope-beginners\"\u003ebinoculars vs. a telescope for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e walks through what to expect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e10x50 ED optics\u003c\/strong\u003e for a bright, wide field of view with reduced color fringing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully multi-coated lenses\u003c\/strong\u003e with HR metallic and PXA phase coatings for maximum light transmission.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaK-4 roof prisms\u003c\/strong\u003e for sharp, edge-to-edge clarity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e20mm eye relief\u003c\/strong\u003e for comfortable viewing, including with eyeglasses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof, nitrogen-purged, fog-proof housing\u003c\/strong\u003e for reliable outdoor performance.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwist-lock eyecups\u003c\/strong\u003e and smooth center focus wheel.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%;border-collapse:collapse;\"\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:600;width:40%;\"\u003eMagnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e10x\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:600;\"\u003eObjective Lens Diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e50mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:600;\"\u003eField of View\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e262 ft @ 1000 yds\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:600;\"\u003eExit Pupil\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e5.0mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:600;\"\u003eEye Relief\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e20mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:600;\"\u003eClose Focus\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e9ft\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:600;\"\u003ePrism Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eBaK-4 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