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Leica Ultravid

Previously, the Leica Ultravid class had already impressed with its outstanding technical achievements and its superior optical quality. Now, with the innovative Ultravid HD models with 50, 42 and 32 mm objective diameters, the Leica engineers have once again succeeded in setting new standards.

Fluoride lenses

With the help of new fluoride (FL) glass, in Leica HD models the colour fidelity and contrast of images is further improved. Optical FL lenses are to a large part made up of calcium fluoride, a mineral with a crystalline structure. Unlike conventional optical lenses, this creates a very low level of dispersion (light scattering) and corrects aberration (imaging errors) significantly better. So as a result, the viewing experience is more natural and impressive than it has ever been before.

Imitating nature : Leica AquaDura^TM

The models of binocular and spotting scopes with the new HD lenses are now fitted with Leica AquaDura^TM, a "hydrophobic coating" which with its water and dirt repelling properties, ensures clear visibility even in poor weather conditions. As with the leaves of the lotus plant, droplets of rain simply roll off the lens, and fingerprints and dirt particles are much easier to remove. In addition, thanks to its increased abrasion resistance, Leica AquaDura^TM will protect your valuable lenses from damage even more effectively.

Increased light transmission

As a result of constant development of antireflex coating and reflective layer on the prisms, it has been possible to increase the previously already very high level of transmission on all HD models by at least a further 3 %. Especially in poor lighting conditions such as twilight, image brightness is crucial. If you then optimize the coating, especially for its suitability at night time, with conventional lenses this is then only at the expense of colour neutrality, which is a drawback for daytime viewing - the image can appear to have a blue tint. If you do it the other way round, the result can be a green tint. The new Leica HD range now reliably combines an optimum degree of image brightness with a constant level of colour neutrality.

Excellent image quality - even in awkward light conditions

Stray or false light can significantly reduce the viewing experience. To eliminate this effectively, Leica is taking a great number of steps which, in awkward sidelighting and backlighting situations in particular, ensure a high-resolution, clear image without any reduction in contrast or constraints due to milky fogging. Specially developed software simulation allows stray light to be seen during development stage. Consequently, thanks to an optimized housing shape, improved light-absorbing paint, apertures and stray light traps, the construction of the new HD models have been optimized to such a degree that stray light is (almost) no longer of any significance. Because after all, you cannot select the position of the sun when you are observing nature.

Consistently smooth focusing - whatever the temperature

The mechanics for the Ultravid HD focusing have been further refined. As a result, focusing is even smoother and remains free of play across the entire range. Optimized material pairings and gliding discs made from extremely tough, high-performance plastic are used. In cold conditions, the conventional greased focusing mechanisms sometimes only work with difficulty, and at higher temperatures they move too freely. Furthermore, these focusing mechanisms can feel "sticky", and at higher temperatures there is even the danger that grease can escape and run on the lens. With the optimized Leica focus, these risks have been eliminated.

You sense rather than see the movement.. Slowly you raise your Ultravids to your eyes, and there it is. Your first Snowy Owl. Picked out in ultra-clear detail. Despite the background of stark white snow, despite the uncertain early-dawn light you can see individual feathers on the bird's head, ruffling in the biting wind. The Ultravids are performing as they always have; flawlessly through tropical downpours, howling gales, in equatorial dust bowls, across frozen tundra. That really is something - your first Snowy!

	NEW: LEICA ULTRAVID HD RANGE
The new generation of binoculars with improved optical performance for use in any nature or wildlife-watching situation.
	ULTRAVID 50 HD
The Ultravid 50 series are ideal for viewing right into the depths of dusk - thanks to their optimised image performance and new high-definition lenses plus Leica AquaDuraTM coating for greater visibility in poor weather conditions.
	ULTRAVID 42 HD
They are almost as compact as 32 mm models and nearly as high-aperture as 50 mm binoculars. But the 42 mm Ultravids also impress due to the benefits of the new HD models – Leica AquaDuraTM and new FL lenses.
	ULTRAVID BL 42 MM
The Ultravid 42 BL with classic leather covering are especially light weight and stand out because of their extraordinary design.
	ULTRAVID 32 HD
The new 32 mm HD models stand out not because of their extreme compactness, but also their new HD lenses, which gives them increased high-performance.
	ULTRAVID BR 25 MM
The 25 mm series unifies the characteristics "robust" and "high aperture" in a format that fits in your shirt pocket, and also provides brilliant image rendition in use.
	ULTRAVID BL 25 MM
These lightweight binoculars in classic black leather trim are ideal for anything where performance and style are valued, whether in the city or out in nature.
	ULTRAVID BR 20 MM
These compact BR Ultravids are not only ultra-robust and ultra-brilliant – they are compact, high-performance binoculars which you an always have with you.
	ULTRAVID BL 20 MM
Their black leather trim gives these compact Leicas extra class, while their ultra compact design allows them to easily fit in your hands or in your trouser pocket.
	ACCESSORIES
Practical accessories make nature watching even more convenient. You'll find very useful binocular equipment here.

	Binocular	No.	Mag	Front lens diameter	Exit pupil	Twilight factor	Field of view at 1,000m	Near focusing distance	Dimensions	Weight
	LEICA ULTRAVID HD 8x20 BL   Tech Sheet	40256	8 x	20mm	2.5mm	12.7	113m	1.8m approx.	111x93x39mm	230g
	LEICA ULTRAVID HD 8x20 BR   Tech Sheet	40252	8 x	20mm	2.5mm	12.7	113m	1.8m approx.	111x93x39mm	240g
	LEICA ULTRAVID HD 10x25 BL   Tech Sheet	40253	10 x	25mm	2.5mm	15.8	90m	3.2m approx.	111x112x39mm	255g
	LEICA ULTRAVID HD 10x25 BR   Tech Sheet	40257	10 x	25mm	2.5mm	15.8	90m	3.2m approx.	111x112x39mm	265g
	LEICA ULTRAVID HD 8x32   Tech Sheet	40290	8 x	32mm	4mm	16	135m	2.1m approx.	116x116x56mm	535g
	LEICA ULTRAVID HD 10x32   Tech Sheet	40291	10 x	32mm	3.2mm	17.9	118m	2m approx.	116x120x56mm	565g
	LEICA ULTRAVID HD 7x42   Tech Sheet	40292	7 x	42mm	6mm	17.1	140m	3.3m approx.	120x141x68mm	770g
	LEICA ULTRAVID HD 8x42   Tech Sheet	40293	8 x	42mm	5.2mm	18.3	130m	3m approx	121x142x67mm	790g
	LEICA ULTRAVID 8x42 BL   Tech Sheet	40271	8 x	42mm	5.2mm	18.3	130m	3m approx	121x142x63mm	710g
	LEICA ULTRAVID HD 10x42     Tech Sheet	40294	10 x	42mm	4.2mm	20.5	112m	2.9m approx.	120x147x68mm	750g
	LEICA ULTRAVID 10x42 BL   Tech Sheet	40272	10 x	42mm	4.2mm	20.5	112m	2.9m approx.	120x146x62mm	695g
	LEICA ULTRAVID HD 8x50     Tech Sheet	40295	8 x	50mm	6.2mm	20	117m	3.5m approx	120x182x68mm	1000g
	LEICA ULTRAVID HD 10x50     Tech Sheet	40296	10 x	50mm	5mm	22.4	117m	3.3m approx	125x178x70mm	1000g
	LEICA ULTRAVID HD 12x50     Tech Sheet	40297	12 x	50mm	4.2mm	24.5	100m	3.2m approx	120x182x78mm	1040g

 

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