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The Canon IS 18x50 model of binoculars provides flawless, full-sized viewing. Even on rainy days, these water-resistant and nonslip rubberized coated binoculars stay protected and easy to hold. Shaky hands sometimes make it hard to see subjects, which is why the Canon IS 18x50 offers image stabilization for clear, steady images. While not quite a replacement for a telescope for astronomy, they are comfortable enough for all-night stargazing and are used to see some planets with greater clarity. Ultralow dispersion glass creates a high-quality and distortion-free image. The ergonomic shape of the binoculars makes them easy to carry and use, and they're light enough to stow in a bag or a backpack. The Canon 18x50 IS uses an optical image stabilizer to lessen eye fatigue. This mechanism is also very useful when using binoculars on a boat. Using independent horizontal and vertical sensors, a microprocessor keeps the image steady by adjusting the Vari-Angle Prism. The VAP moves to refract the light path, thus compensating for the vibration. For birding, the Canon IS 18x50 binoculars make a great alternative to a spotting scope. The weight of 2.6 pounds makes them sturdy, durable optics tools. They are small enough to keep on hand for when you spot that special bird from a car. The Canon holds the image steady. If you want to use a tripod, these binoculars offer a tripod mount on the bottom. There is a button on top of the binocular that turns on the image stabilizer. The stabilizer has two different functions. Press the button and hold it, and the IS works until you raise your finger. You can also quickly press the button to keep the IS on. Just remember to turn off the stabilizing function when you're done to save battery life. The 18x50 binoculars have a shock-resistant coating for a nonslip grip. This is handy when you are using them in wet conditions. Use them in rainy weather conditions without concern about fogging up the optics. Controls for image stabilization and focusing are all located for ease of use and are used intuitively by either hand. The lenses are coated with Canon’s Super Spectra Coating, which prevents glare from reflected light. The result is a brighter image that is free of distortion or washout. Numbers describing the binocular's features are on top of the unit. The first number, 18x, is the magnification. The second number, 50, describes the size of the objective lens in millimeters. The larger the lens, the more light it lets in, resulting in a more detailed and brighter image. It also is better for use in low-light situations. To protect the lens, you can mount some filters. The 3.7 degrees represents the field of view. In this case, this means 194.25 feet at a 1000-foot distance.Product Identifiers
BrandCanon
MPN4624A002
UPC8714574963730, 0082966302152, 4960999302157
Model18x50 IS
eBay Product ID (ePID)66780136
Product Key Features
SizeFull-Size
Objective Lens Diameter50 mm
Maximum Magnification18x
ApplicationMarine
FeaturesImage Stabilisation, Water Resistant
Optical DesignPorro Prism
Lens CoatingMulti-Coated
TypeBinoculars
Dimensions
Weight2.60lbs.
Depth7.6in.
Height3.2in.
Width6in.
Ratings and reviews
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- 11 Dec, 2015Most favourable review
Great binoculars
This is the second pair of this binocular that I have owned. Something went wrong with the first pair, and I did look into getting it repaired, but I was told there was some reason it wouldn't be repairable (it was years ago, and I can no longer remember the reason). So they have been sitting unused for years. So I purchased this new pair. I love them every bit as much as I did my first pair of binoculars. The stabilization makes images very steady and clear. I laughingly refer to these binoculars as "nose hair" binoculars because from a distance you can get a very close-up look and clear look at anything. The only issue I had with this new pair of binoculars was that it did not come with a neck strap. This is not a lightweight binocular, and a person wouldn't be walking around for hours holding them by hand or in their carrying bag--which does not have a shoulder strap, anyway. They need to be quickly accessible--hanging from your neck so you can grab them on a moment's whim (there are actually slots built into the binocular for a neck strap). My solution was to take the neck strap off my old, unused pair and put it on this new pair. For me, this binocular is the next best thing to a spotting scope.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 28 May, 2020Most critical review
Cheap latches can make binocs useless.
Broken latch. Cheap part. Way overpriced. Buy a real Telescope. Not binocs for stars, planets, etc.. I will,say, the idea of non shaking binocs is great. How ever, I will never buy any binocs again from Canon.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 31 Jan, 2017
Very Satisfied with Canon 18 x 50 binoculars.
This model has added two features to my previous 8 x 30 model. The Image stabilizer button clicks on, and you do not have to continually press it to operate it. It also has a connection where you can fasten it on a tripod. It could be better, if it had 70 mm lens vs the 50. Maybe the next model.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 27 Apr, 2016
Essential Power and Image Stability
Until I came upon the Canon 18X50 IS, I thought binoculars and telescopes were a waste of money. No longer. The Canon binoculars actually work. The reason is simple: these binoculars have the essential power and image stability that are needed for seeing long distance. Anything less is a waste of money. I can now truly enjoy the ocean view from my backyard.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 12 Aug, 2017
Great binoculars, the best!
Living on a lake I can see clearly boats, fishermen, skiers, ski do's and swimmers a mile away. Fantastic optics and I knew before purchasing that they were a little heavy. Still, my go to bino's for distance viewing. If the astronauts use them in the space station what more can I say? Buy them, they are great.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 19 Oct, 2017
Used, Abused, But Awesome
I have looked at these stabilized binoculars for years but could never justify the need for them until I had the need for a high magnification yet portable optic to use to spot target shooting at longer ranges. The ability to stabilize the image has been invaluable using these binoculars for this purpose. I bought these used and the exterior is pretty beat up and the lens coatings have been practically rubbed off but the image quality and light gathering is still excellent and the stabilization functions flawlessly. I am pretty darn impressed and very satisfied.Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 13 Feb, 2018
Best Ever Binoculars
During time time I have had them which has been about two weeks I found that they are the beat I have ever owned. The stability is great. The lens are super clear. They are expensive, but you will get what you are paying for, stable binoculars. You just press the button and the drifting and wiggling stops. Would recommend.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 14 Mar, 2018
Superb stabilized binoculars
Wonderful binoculars, when tremor prevents normal binocular use. I had a pair of 12*36 Canon which are excellent - these are even better! A bit heavy, but image quality excellent & stable, even with marked shakes, no down side that I've found, other than the price! Zeiss 20*40 mechanically stabilized binoculars £5,500!!Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- 22 Jan, 2019
World class
Sold a pair of swarovskis to buy these because simply put once you use image stabilized binoculars you can't go back!Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- 27 Jul, 2016
image stabilizing binos
Incredible optics and ease of use. A tad heavy and eats batteries, but for what I use them for it's no brainerVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
