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Pentax 9X28 DCF LV

Pentax 9X28 DCF LV
alaScore 85

8 reviews

Jun, 2013

  • No negative mentions yet

alaTest has collected and analyzed 8 reviews from magazines and websites. Reviewers really like the value for money and design. The usability and size are also mentioned favorably.

size, usability, design, value for money

We analyzed user and expert ratings, product age and more factors. Compared to other Binoculars the Pentax 9X28 DCF LV is awarded an overall alaScore™ of 85/100 = Very good quality.

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Pentax 9x28 DCF LV

 

Primarily the Pentax 9x28 DCF set of binoculars is going to serve you well in all situations. There 9 times magnifications should be sufficient for just about any task you require on the water and the compact design means they can be stowed away...

Compact Overall DesignWaterproof to 1mGood field of ViewIncreased Brightness & Contrast

Lack of Ergonomic Feel

With magnification of 9 times the Pentax 9x28 DCF LV series are a handy...

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Amazon review summary for the Pentax 9X28 DCF LV

 

alaTest has collected and analyzed 5 user reviews of the Pentax 9X28 DCF LV from Amazon.com. The average user rating for this product is 5.0/5, compared to an average user rating of 4.0/5 for other Binoculars on Amazon.com.

100% of reviews on Amazon.com give this product a positive rating.

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Great for backpacking

 

Great for backpacking

Small and light, but a step above most basic 8x25 binoculars. 13oz with strap for all you weight watchers. Well-made and easy to adjust to my eyes. Sharp focus and bright image. No distortion that I could detect. Hope to use these for a long time....

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Quality small bino is way above the rest for the $$

 

Quality small bino is way above the rest for the $$

I own Swavorski 8.5xELs,10x50SLCs, Leica Duovids, Celestron 7x50s and now the Pentax 9x28 DCF LV. My day of birding with these instead of the 8.5s was surprisingly fun. Here are the Pros and Cons. Pros: Well chosen power of 9x make the binos useful for...

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Great compact binoculars!

 

Great compact binoculars!

I saw these in Outdoor Life magazine a couple of years ago and they were rated both "editors choice" and "great buy". That was definitely with good reason. Excellent clarity, easy focus, fit perfectly in your hands, good low-light performance and...

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Great compact binos

 

Great compact binos

Bought these based on a rating in Outdoor Life magazine. I bought them for turkey and archery hunting. Very clear & bright, great little binocular for the money. Definetly recommend them.

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pentax compact binocs

 

pentax compact binocs

I read about these in Outdoor Life. They came highly recommended. When I received them they were as advertised. Excellent clarity and light transmission. These are as good as a lot of quality full size binoculars.

Product Specifications

The Pentax DCF LV binoculars feature a durable, lightweight, compact body. With high-resolution phase-coated and super-reflective coated roof prisms for high contrast images, the nitrogen-filled waterproof (JIS Class 6) construction allow these binoculars to be used in the most extreme weather conditions and submerged to 3.3 feet. The inner-focus optical design adds durability and the helicoid eyepiece rings offer comfortable eye relief. Fully multi-coated lenses increase light transmission and color quality while rubber covered exterior provides a sure grip and protects the internal mechanisms.

Dimensions & Weight

Height:1.8in
Length:5in
Weight:12.9oz
Width:4.5in

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Manufacturer:Pentax
Model:LV
Packaged Quantity:1
Product Line:Pentax DCF

Lens System

Focus Adjustment:Manual

Optical System

Eye Relief:18mm
Magnification:9
Objective Lens Diameter:28mm
Prism System:Roof
Special Functions:Waterproof
Type:Binoculars