Used Leica Binoculars

Used Leica Binoculars

In 1907 the Ernst Lietz Optical Company produced the first Leica binoculars, then called the Binocle 6x18. Since then it has been developing new models and improving existing ones. Among the company's inventions are the first rangefinder and spotting scopes as well as the use of ridge prisms. Today, it remains the only company that produces field glasses with an integrated range finder, and a magnification that is changeable.

The company manufactures 15 models grouped in six series. These models come in varied magnifications, objective lens diameters, field of view (FOV), and exit pupils. Magnification ranges from 7x, 8x, 10x, and 12x. The Ultravid HD 50mm model is capable of 12x. The Duovid models, on the other hand, offer dual magnifications which combine 12x/15x and 8x/12x. The smallest objective lens diameter is 20mm while the largest is 56mm, the latter large enough to allow use even in low-light conditions. The FOV begins at 208 feet and expands to 420 feet at 1,000 yards. The 420 feet is found in the Ultravid HD 42. The exit pupil ranges from the small 3.2mm for the Trinovid 10x32, to the generous 4mm of the Trinovid 8x32.

Leica binoculars command premium prices because of their quality. The most expensive model, the 15x56 Geovid BRF Rangefinder, sets you back US $2,895.00. Lesser models cost US $500.00.