{"product_id":"alpen-apex-xp-12x50-ed-waterproof-binoculars-high-power-ed-glass-binoculars-for-stargazing-and-long-range-viewing","title":"Alpen Apex XP 12x50 ED Waterproof Binoculars — High-Power ED Glass Binoculars for Stargazing and Long-Range Viewing","description":"\u003cp\u003eIf you want more reach than a standard pair of binoculars for astronomy without stepping up to a telescope, the Alpen Apex XP 12x50 ED Waterproof Binoculars are a great middle ground. The 12x magnification and 50mm ED (extra-low dispersion) objective lenses gather plenty of light for scanning the Moon, bright star clusters, and distant landscapes, while staying compact enough to use handheld or on a tripod.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eED glass reduces the color fringing you sometimes see around bright objects in ordinary binoculars, so stars and high-contrast scenes look sharper and more true-to-color. Fully multi-coated optics with phase-corrected BAK4 prisms keep images bright and contrast-rich even in low light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho It's For\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese are a great fit for beginners who've outgrown a lower-power pair and want extra reach for astronomy, birding, or long-range outdoor viewing, without carrying a telescope. If you're deciding between binoculars and a telescope for your first setup, our guide on \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/telescopewolves.com\/blogs\/news\/astronomy-binoculars-vs-telescope-beginners\"\u003ebinoculars vs. a telescope for beginners\u003c\/a\u003e can help you choose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e12x50 ED optics\u003c\/strong\u003e for high magnification with reduced color fringing and crisp detail.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFully multi-coated lenses\u003c\/strong\u003e with HR metallic and PXA phase coatings for bright, high-contrast images.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBaK-4 roof prisms\u003c\/strong\u003e for edge-to-edge sharpness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWaterproof, fog-proof build\u003c\/strong\u003e so they hold up to outdoor use in changing weather.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTwist-up eyecups\u003c\/strong\u003e for a comfortable fit with or without glasses.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCenter focus wheel\u003c\/strong\u003e for quick, precise focusing on the fly.\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;\"\u003e12x\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;\"\u003e252 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;\"\u003e4.2mm\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;\"\u003e16mm\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;\"\u003e13ft\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 roof, phase-coated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWeight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003e28 oz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWaterproof \/ Fog-proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;border-bottom:1px solid #eee;\"\u003eYes \/ Yes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;font-weight:600;\"\u003eSKU\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"padding:8px 14px;\"\u003e655\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eAre 12x50 binoculars too powerful to hold steady by hand?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMost people can hand-hold 12x binoculars for short viewing sessions, though a tripod adapter helps for extended stargazing or long-range viewing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eCan I use these for daytime birding as well as astronomy?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes — the 12x50 configuration works well for both long-range birding and nighttime astronomy use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eWhat does ED glass actually improve?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eED (extra-low dispersion) glass reduces chromatic aberration, the colored fringing that can appear around bright edges, resulting in a sharper, more natural-looking image.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-weight:700;\"\u003eAre these waterproof for use in light rain or fog?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, they're sealed and nitrogen-purged to be both waterproof and fog-proof.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Alpen","offers":[{"title":"Default","offer_id":46846864064546,"sku":"655","price":349.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/telescopewolves.com\/products\/alpen-apex-xp-12x50-ed-waterproof-binoculars-high-power-ed-glass-binoculars-for-stargazing-and-long-range-viewing","provider":"Telescope Wolves","version":"1.0","type":"link"}