Outfitted with their proprietary Vari-Angle prism electronic image stabilization system, the Canon 15x50 IS All-Weather Image Stabilized Binocular is an ideal optic for bird and nature watching, marine use, or astronomical use. Its quick-response time and ±0.7° correction angle easily compensates for the common hand-shake that can make viewing through binoculars of this magnification difficult or disorientating. A single-activation button located precisely where the right forefinger naturally rests makes using them easy and allows you to concentrate on viewing without distractions.
For increased usage, the 15x50 IS will work as full-featured binocular when the image stabilization is not being used - even if the batteries are dead or removed. Optically, it is built with ultra-low dispersion (UD) glass elements and matching doublet field-flatteners, with their Super Spectra anti-reflection coatings to produce bright and clear high-contrast images without distortion across the entire wide field of view. Protecting the optics and electronics is an armored chassis that benefits from ergonomically-designed grips, and a standard 1/4"-20 tripod mount socket for an even steadier view. Right-eye dioptric correction, twist-up eyecups, and a wide interpupillary adjustment range rounds out the features of this binocular that will become your go-to optic for any outdoor activity.
Optical Performance
- Works as a conventional binoculars even with batteries uninstalled
- 15x magnification
- 50mm objective lenses
- Porro prism optical path
- Ultra-low dispersion (UD) glass elements virtually eliminates chromatic and spherical aberration for high-contrast distortion-free images with true color rendition
- Objective lens Construction: 4-elements/3-groups
- Eyepiece lens construction: 7-elements/5-groups
- Fully multi-coated optics using Canon's proprietary Super Spectra Coating
- Doublet field-flatteners produce sharp, edge-to-edge distortion-free images
- Wide 67° apparent viewing angle
- 236' field of view at 1000 yards
- Long 15mm eye relief
- 3.3mm exit pupil
Image Stabilization
- Proprietary Vari-Angle prism electronic image stabilization
- ±8.5° correction angle
- Single activation button in natural position for right-forefinger use
- 2.5 h continuous runtime at 77°F (25°C)
- Runs on two included AA batteries
Use and Handling
- Large center focusing knob
- ±3 right-eye dioptric correction
- 58-76mm interpupillary distance adjustment range
- Fold-down rubber eyecups use with or without eyewear
- 1/4"-20 tripod mounting socket
Construction Details
- Water-resistant against rain
- Slip-resistant protective rubber armor
- Environmentally-friendly lead-free optical glass
- Tethered ocular and objective lens caps
- Weight: 39.2 ounces, without batteries
Canon A002 Specs
| Prism Type | Porro |
| Magnification | 15x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 50 mm |
| Angle of View | 4.5° (Actual) |
| Field of View | 236.2' @ 1000 yd / 78.7 m @ 1000 m |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 19.7' / 6 m |
| Exit Pupil Diameter | 3.3 mm |
| Eye Relief | 15 mm |
| Interpupillary Adjustment | 58 to 76 mm / 2.3 to 3" |
| Diopter Adjustment | -3 to +3 |
| Focus Type | Center |
| Stabilization Freedom | +/- 0.7° |
| Water Resistance | Water Resistant |
| Battery | 2 x AA |
| Dimensions | 7.6 x 6 x 3.2" / 19.3 x 15.2 x 8.1 cm |
| Weight | 2.6 lb / 1.2 kg |
- Canon 15x50 IS All-Weather Image Stabilized Binocular
- Padded Case with Strap
- 2 x "AA" Alkaline Batteries
- Barcode: 42232
- UPC Barcode: 4960999302140
- Supplier Code: D79-0005