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Nikon Premier SE 8 x 32 Binocular with Ultra Wide View |
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| Optics : Nikon Premier SE 8 x 32 Binocular with Ultra Wide View and Customer Reviews |
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- Nikon's superior technology
- BaK4 high index prisms
- Durable, lightweight magnesium construction
- Long eye relief for eyeglass wearers
- High resolution, fully multicoated optics
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Price: $699.99 |
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| Product Description |
| According to Nikon, the 8x32 SE utilizes all of the same optical and mechanical performance features found in its 10x model, but in a smaller, lighter and more universal package. Leading the list of features on the central focus 8x32 SE binocular is a unique eyepiece design that offers the viewer an uncommonly clear, flat image even in the periphery of the viewing field. By designing the binocular with extra long eye relief, even eyeglass wearers can take advantage of the wide field of view offered by the binocular. The 8x32 Superior E also utilizes Nikon's click-movement diopter control for total viewing consistency. This control, located on the binocular's right eyepiece, is essential to compensate for common left eye/right eye vision imbalance. Nikon's positive click system maintains the diopter setting until the viewer wishes to change it. The 8-power magnification, 32mm objective lens diameter and Nikon's exclusive system of coating all lens and prism surfaces with multiple layers of special anti-reflective coatings, combine to deliver maximum brightness, high contrast, true colors and flare-free viewing in all dawn to dusk situations. The Superior E also utilizes high quality BaK4 high-index prisms for clear, round images without vignetting. |
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| Optics Reviews Writed by Customer
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Correction re: "Premier SE"
2008-05-15
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| A correction to the comments by "Bird Watcher" about the Nikon SE porro prism binocular: The SE is not waterproof. The sealed waterproof Nikon model is called the Premier LX or LXL series. It is a different design employing the roof prism configuration. It is not a "replacement" for the SE, as both offerings have co-existed for years, though there is a rumor that Nikon is going to drop the porro prism SEs at some point. Who knows? |
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Superb binocular, bad service.
2006-10-29
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I've used this binocular for over 7 years and I can validate every thing that Vallis said in a previous review. You cannot go wrong with this unbelievable binocular.
But, in the same previous review, one thing is, by experience, not true:
"Still, one need not be extremely cautious with these optics and water, as a little water usually won't hurt them. And if they are damaged, Nikon's warranty will have them covered: for 25 years, Nikon will repair or replace them (at their discretion) if they are damaged, at a cost of $10 + shipping - even if the damage was your fault!"
It's right to say that you don't need to be extremely cautious. I've done some birding in rainy condition and I never had any problems with my binocular. But this summer I went true a rough sea in a boat and a big wave of salt water splashed over the deck and got me a little wet. At first, the binocular seemed fine but, after 10 minutes, the left part became completely black. Some salt water touched the prism and a chemical reaction turned its surface to black. Absolutely no light passed true it anymore. The right side of the binocular was ok.
I sent the binocular to Nikon with the proof of guaranty.
After 8 or 9 calls from me and SIXTEEN WEEKS, I got a message telling me that it was not possible to repair them but that they offered me a brand new one for... 500 $ can. (About 450 us)
So, that proves that they are not waterproof and that they don't repair them or exchanges them for free.
Nikon service was, for me, next to zero.
But this binocular is still incredible.
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Not Waterproof - Confirmed Through Nikon USA
2006-06-26
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| The Nikon Premier SE 8x32 binoculars are NOT!!! waterproof. This was confirmed through Nikon USA customer support. Nevertheless, it is a top of the line optics binocular. |
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The SE is Waterproof!
2006-02-27
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| I thought it would be useful for the reader if I wrote this note as an addendum to the two previous reviews. The two previous reviews are for the Nikon Superior E binocular which is an exceptional glass but is not waterproof as stated. The Nikon Premier SE is the replacement model for the Superior E and is almost identical in every respect except that it is now nitrogen filled and is waterproof. I hope this clarification helps. |
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Astonishing image quality and brightness!
2004-08-25
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It is rare to find a pair of binoculars with the brightness, sharpness and clarity of the Nikon Superior E! This piece of equipment is truly amazing! It provides such a crisp, true-to-life image without color distortions or image degradation on the edge of the view. For its price, the image these produce is unparalleled. Throw in the wide field of view (the size of the "window" you look through) and a large depth of field (the amount of distance that can be focused on at one time) and you have a binocular that offers one of the very best images optics can produce.
The Nikon Superior E's come in three versions: an 8x32, a 10x42 and a 12x50. The first number in each of these, the power, represents the number of times closer objects in the binocular appear. As power increases, so does the magnification of the image, but not without side effects: field of view goes down (the window gets smaller), stability is reduced (the binocular is harder to hold steady) and more light is needed to produce the same quality image. More light can be gathered if the binocular's aperture (the size of the front lenses) is also increased. That's where the second of the two numbers comes in. The number after the power number represents the aperture, (the diameter of the front lenses in millimeters). A larger aperture means a brighter image in low light conditions, but also means a bulkier, heavier and more expensive binocular. Most bird watchers prefer an 8x42 binocular, with hunters and those bird watchers that spend a great deal of time watching hawks, eagles, shorebirds and water fowl often preferring a 10x50 binocular. The Superior E, unfortunately, has a smaller than optimal aperture for its power.
Despite this small Aperture:Power ratio, the high quality glass and lens coatings used in the Superior E produce a brighter image than nearly all other binoculars! The only time most 8x42 binoculars will appear brighter than the 8x32 Superior E is in very low light, and even this is usually only noticeable by young people whose pupils can dilate more than the average person 40 or older. To these people, the brightness of the superior E will be reduced as the sun sets a little before many 8x42 binoculars, but the Superior E will still appear brighter and sharper at other times of the day.
The Superior E is water resistant, but not water proof. This limits the use of the binoculars somewhat, making it less than ideal for tropical conditions, use on a boat, or bird watching in the rain (which can yield some fantastic sights!) Still, one need not be extremely cautious with these optics and water, as a little water usually won't hurt them. And if they are damaged, Nikon's warranty will have them covered: for 25 years, Nikon will repair or replace them (at their discretion) if they are damaged, at a cost of $10 + shipping - even if the damage was your fault!
These are a great pair of optics, and as you can see, I highly recommend them. If, however, you feel that greater durability, water-proofing and low-light capabilities are more important to you, and you don't want to spend $900 to $1500 for Swarovski or Leica, I would go with the Eagle Optics 8x42 Platinum Rangers. These are durable, water-proof, have an image quality that, though not as amazing as the Superior E, is still nothing short of breathtaking, and have a similar no-fault warranty to keep them safe. The Platinum Rangers are also considerably cheaper (~$350 - $425 at the time of this review), making them an excellent buy. (The Platinum Rangers are not available through Amazon.com, but can be ordered through eagleoptics.com).
The Superior E's are not perfect in every respect (and no binocular is) but despite a few drawbacks, I give the Superior E's 5 stars! As I said, there are no perfect binoculars - you can't improve one quality of optical equipment without hurting another quality. I don't expect this binocular to be everything, but it is the best at being what it is: image perfection! |
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