Steiner Nighthunter 12×56 XP Binocular Review
There are some conditions you don’t expect most binoculars to hold up to: intense moisture, condensation, falling water, dim light. If you are struggling to find a pair of high quality binoculars that will go wherever your active life takes you without failing to deliver under these circumstances, you haven’t used the Steiner Nighthunter 12×56 binocular.
These binoculars are different from most others on the market in that they are designed to handle all the conditions that other binoculars cannot handle. They are designed to military standards to ensure their quality is superior to others. Military design means they can handle wet conditions, will not fog up, and are extremely resistant to shock.
Add in that they are designed to deliver clear, crisp images even in dim light and you have what might be the perfect binocular for all outdoor adventures. Let’s take a closer look at some of the best features on the Steiner Nighthunter 12×56 to determine how they might meet your particular needs.
Steiner 12×56 Nighthunter Features
Lightweight
Weighing in at only 41 ounces, it is very easy to carry these binoculars around the neck while hiking or doing other activities. They are not mini sized and feel substantial in your hands, but they will not weigh you down. The light weight is a part of the design and in no way affects the quality of images portrayed through the lenses.
Interchangeable Eyecups
You get three different sets of eyecups with the Steiner Nighthunter 12×56 binoculars. This is a nice addition since so many people struggle to find eyecups that are comfortable for the shape or size of their face or that work well with their glasses. By giving users three different options Steiner is ensuring these binoculars are useful and comfortable to just about anyone.
Field of View
The field of view offered by the Nighthunter 12×56 is quite impressive: 258 feet at 1,000 yards. This allows you to reach out and pull images from a very far distance and make them look as if they are right in front of you. The ability to reach this field of view even in dimmer light, in the rain, and a variety of other difficult conditions is representative of the superior quality of these binoculars.
NANO Lens Coating
The NANO coating on the lens is what makes the Nighthunger 12×56 binoculars so resistant to water and moisture. This coating is on the outside of the lens and is applied to the front and rear lens on these binoculars. Thanks to this coating water rolls right off the lens so it doesn’t interfere with functioning.
You can even rinse these lenses under water to clear dirt and other debris without harming the binoculars!
Firm Grip Coating
The exterior of the Steiner Nighthunter 12×56 binoculars is designed to give a very firm grip so you never feel as if you may lose the binoculars. This is important for outdoor settings where you may need to grab them quickly to catch an amazing sight.
Steiner 12×56 Nighthunter Summary
Steiner believes in the quality of these binoculars to the point they back them with a 30 year warranty. These are professional quality binoculars designed for low light conditions, moisture, water, and basically all situations where other binoculars break down, fall apart, or deliver poor quality.
Originally posted 2010-08-10 14:44:31. Republished by Blog Post Promoter