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Canon 12x36 Image Stabilization III Binoculars

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Features

  • Compact, highly portable binoculars that are ideal for birdwatching, hunting, and more
  • Superb Image Stabilization (IS) using optics technology, equivalent to what is used for Canon EF lenses
  • High magnification ratio: 12x
  • 36mm/1.42 in. objective lens effective diameter helps provide clear and bright, high resolution images
  • Porro II Prisms help provide outstanding image resolution and minimize the loss of light
  • Doublet field-flattener for sharp, virtually distortion-free images from edge-to-edge
  • Improved power efficiency and battery consumption
  • Long eye relief (14.5mm/0.57 in.) helps ensure comfort, especially for those with glasses
  • Low-reflective exterior design for birdwatching and other uses
  • Environmentally-friendly lead-free glass

Description

Sharp, steady viewing for an active world. Light, sleek and powerful, this advanced binocular features Canon's Image Stabilizer technology to keep the image steady even when you are not. High magnification multi-coated lenses deliver a wide, extra-bright field-of-view. The Doublet Field Flattener keeps images sharp from edge-to-edge. An enhanced power-saving technology coupled with optional lithium AA batteries provide up to 12 hours of continuous use. All Canon binoculars feature a center focus for easy one- handed operation, and the 12x36 IS II has a water-resistant, non-slip rubber coating that ensures secure handling in a wide range of environments. From the Manufacturer Adventure Is in SightFor versatile, image-stabilized operation and clear and bright 12x images look no further than Canon's 12x36 IS III. Whether in the hands of a hunter scouting a target, a birdwatcher looking for their favorite finch or a sports fan watching the batter swing, these binoculars offer outstanding image quality, speedy operation and an elegant, compact design. With 12x magnification and bright 36mm/1.42 in. objective lenses, the 12x36 IS III are engineered to perform beautifully both indoors and out. Canon's improved Image Stabilization (IS) technology helps deliver smooth, extended viewing without the need for a tripod, and Canon optics help provide bright, sharp and colorful, virtually distortion-free viewing. With extended use in mind, these binoculars feature long eye relief for comfortable use even when wearing glasses. No matter the user, no matter the situation, Canon's 12x36 IS III are a premium combination of high magnification optics and a surprisingly portable package. Excellent Performance, Ready to GoCanon's 12x36 IS III are versatile, powerful, lightweight and compact, perfect to use when hunting, on hikes, watching sports events, and more. They incorporate sophisticated Image Stabilization (IS), bright 12x Canon optics for detail and improved electronics for efficient performance day after day, all in a compact and simple design that's easy to carry all day. Improved Technology for Amazing StabilizationTo achieve a stable high magnification view, without the need for a tripod, the 12x36 IS III feature Canon's advanced Image Stabilization (IS) technology for performance on par with Canon's EF series of lenses. Vari-Angle prisms are placed between the front lens and the main prism. When the binoculars' gyro sensors detect vertical or horizontal movement, these prisms compensate and correct any movements or shakes for smoother panning, no matter the speed. A high performance microcomputer using advanced algorithms not only improves IS, it helps provide shorter startup times and more efficient energy consumption. This means a comfortable, stable field of view that can be easy to maintain, whether tracking deer in the woods, watching a football game from the stands or seeing the sights from the window of a tour bus. High Magnification, Compact SizeCanon's 12x36 IS III feature a refined optical system designed to provide a 12x close up view with incredible optics, offering performance that can compete with much larger binoculars. And with 12x magnification it's easy to see details that could be missed with the naked eye: the pattern of an animal's fur, the expression on the face of the goalie, the intricate beauty of butterfly wings and much more are brought closer with the 12x36 IS III. The Perfect Combination of Size and BrightnessWith an objective lens effective diameter of 36mm/1.42 in., the 12x36 IS III deliver an extremely bright view while remaining portable enough to carry all day. The minute the action starts, whether in a brightly lit arena, or outdoors at dusk, the 12x36 IS III's bright lenses display an impressive level of detail. Sharp and Efficient Binocular DesignCanon's 12x36 IS III use a Porro II Prism design. Because both the front lens and the eyepiece use convex-shaped glass, the binoculars' design necessitates a prism system between the front objective lens and the eyepiece to flip the otherwise inverted image that would appear. Porro type prisms are perfect for the 12x36 IS III's compact design because they deliver clear, bright images at high magnification with excellent sharpness, and minimal light falloff. Unblemished, Across the FrameCanon's 12x36 IS III deliver a sharp and flat image across the frame thanks to the addition of doublet field-flattener lenses in the eyepieces. Doublet lenses correct curvature of field, the image quality degradation typical at the edges of the image. Thanks to the doublet field-flattener, a sharp and even, wide field of view is displayed in the eyepieces. Longer, More Efficient OperationWith enhanced power-saving electronics, the Image Stabilization (IS) system in Canon's 12x36 IS III is markedly more energy efficient than in previous models. Using AA alkaline batteries, the 12x36 IS III's IS system works for up to 9 hours. The 12x36 IS III are also compatible with nickel-metal hydride (NiMh) rechargeable batteries. More Comfortable for Longer Periods of UseIn binoculars, the distance from the eyepoint where the image can be seen without obstruction is known as eye relief. In use, especially for extended periods of time, more eye relief can make for a more comfortable, sustainable experience. Canon's 12x36 IS III have excellent, long eye relief, providing a generous field of view that makes the binoculars comfortable to look through, even when wearing glasses. Discreet, for Excellent Performance in More EnvironmentsThe 12x36 IS III have a refined, anti-reflective external design. This is especially helpful for watching birds and wildlife, or any situation where remaining inconspicuous is a priority. Thoughtful ConstructionThe 12x36 IS III, as with all other Canon lenses, use glass optical components that are made of lead- free glass.

Brand: Canon


Age Range (Description): Adult


Special Feature: Vari-Angle Prism Image Stabilization; Eco-Friendly Lead-Free Glass, Super Spectra Multicoated Optics; Doublet Field-Flattener Lenses See more


Objective Lens Diameter: 36 Millimeters


Magnification Maximum: 12


Product Dimensions: 2.8 x 6.9 x 5 inches


Item Weight: 1.76 pounds


Item model number: 9526B002


Batteries: 1 AA batteries required. (included)


Is Discontinued By Manufacturer: No


Date First Available: May 18, 2015


Department: unisex-adult


Manufacturer: Canon Cameras US


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    • Best daytime handheld binoculars in the world at any price
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Review of: Canon 10x30 Image Stabilization II Binoculars (but see the end for my comment on the 12x36 IS III model). (I say that because somehow reviews show up on the wrong product sometimes.) TLDR: If you want daytime-use handheld binoculars, and are willing to spend this much, STOP READING NOW AND JUST BUY THESE. There's nothing better - for that purpose - at any price anywhere. If you want to use them at night or on a tripod...read on. I've owned at least 20 different pairs of binoculars. And this is my 3rd pair of Canon stabilized binoculars. (I also had a pair of the Fujinon's - Canon is better and lighter.) For GENERAL DAYTIME USE these are the best. Period. There are no better binoculars (for that purpose) on the market AT ANY PRICE. You can pay more, but you won't get better ones. When buying binoculars, optical quality is important, but even more important is SHAKE. If you can't keep your hands steady, you can't see much no matter how good the optics! If you've never tried stabilized binoculars and aren't sure if the improvement is worth paying for - it is. It's not a close thing - it's night and day. If you have tried them, you already know this. (Unless you're going to use them on a tripod; then the difference is small to none.) The Canons (all of them) have excellent optics, and the stabilization is as good as anyone's. My first stabilized pair was the Canon 15x50. They were great, esp. at night (astronomy) but they are HEAVY. You get tired of holding them quickly. And if you're going to put them on a tripod, you don't really need stabilization. Then I got the Canon 10x42L set. Much better and lighter. They're OK to use for 15 minutes at a time without getting too tired. Then I tried a friends pair of 10x30s (also Canon). I immediately ordered my own pair. These are SO much lighter and smaller they're amazing - just as sharp as the 10x42 set, but much easier to hold - you can use them all day. And far smaller; easier to pack for travel. The only performance difference vs. the 10x42 is that those (the x42s) are better at night and in low light. If that's your thing you might prefer those. But for daytime use you won't notice the difference in brightness, but you WILL notice the difference in size and weight. So get these. There's really nothing else that compares. === Edit August 2022 I just tried the 12x36 IS III model. I'm blown away - these are even better. I didn't think it was possible. They are a bit bigger, and a tiny tiny bit heavier. And they don't focus as close. Other than that - just even better. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 22, 2019 by David Lindbergh
    • ... Canon’s 10 X 30 IS binoculars and was reasonably pleased with them (although I sold them to an uncle ...
Style: 9526B002
In 2006 I purchased a pair of Canon’s 10 X 30 IS binoculars and was reasonably pleased with them (although I sold them to an uncle around the year 2010). My only complaint with those binoculars was the periodically apparent, faint black edges in the field of view during daytime viewing. (I’m not sure if this was common with early production runs of Canon’s 10 x 30 IS binoculars, or just an idiosyncrasy with the pair that I owned). Beginning around 2011, I started eyeing Canon’s more powerful 12 X 36 Image Stabilization binoculars—especially with Canon’s release of their improved “IS III” version over the “IS II” in 2015. (I had long-ago ruled out Canon’s 15 X 50 IS All Weather and 18 X 50 IS All Weather binoculars primarily because of their uncomfortable eyepieces, bulky size, and over-the-top weight for extended viewing. Their higher prices didn’t help either). Since I did not have $729.00 “burning a hole” in my pocket (much less the $849.00 retail asked by some retailers), I had given this purchase much trepidation. Well, last week I finally decided to take the plunge, figuring that if they didn’t blow me away I could always return them. Well, let me tell you, these things are AWESOME!!! YEEHAW!!! They are SURPRISINGLY more powerful than Canon’s 10 x 30 IS binoculars. Given the stark difference, I would have guessed them to have a magnification closer to 15 X—and the field of view is a crystal-clear, perfect circle with absolutely no black edges or halo! One look through them and I know my uncle is going to be highly jealous. Although these binoculars would certainly be fantastic for bird watching, landscape surveying, and nature viewing in general, I primarily acquired these for viewing celestial objects since I don’t like bulky, expensive telescopes with single eyepieces, a tiny field of view, and no image stabilization. The real field of view is 5° for the 12 X 36 IS III, which is just a hair shy of the 6° real field of view for the 10 X 30 IS II—and so still covers a patch of sky large enough to see the entire Pleiades open star cluster which vies for your attention like diamonds scattered on black velvet. Curiously, the dimensions for the two binoculars are exactly the same for width and depth (5.0” and 2.8” respectively), although the 12 X 36 IS III stands exactly 1.0” taller (at 6.9” versus 5.9”). Exit pupil diameter and eye relief are also identical for both models (standing at 3mm and 14.5 mm respectively). In a final comparison, the 12 X 36 IS III does outweigh the 10 X 30 IS II by a smidgen, weighing in at 23.3 ounces versus 21.2 ounces. Interestingly, because the two binoculars have an identical width and depth—with a nearly identical weight—they feel almost indistinguishable in the hands. As far as the gooey problems with the rubber coating reported by some, the finish on my pair is flawless and feels great—and I don’t plan to allow them to get wet or leave them “baking” under the sun in a hot car all day to find out if any problem precipitates. I always like to read a product’s Owner’s Manual or included instruction booklet from front to back, and I noticed that Canon actually warns about this in their instruction booklet on page ENG-3: where they caution: “High temperatures can cause the binoculars to malfunction. Therefore, do not store them close to a heater or in a car under direct sunlight.” Amusingly, they also state on page ENG-11: “If such changes or modifications should be made, you could be required to stop operation of the equipmet [sic].” Apparently, somebody forgot to employ the “Spell Check” feature on their word editing program. In essence, as far as the finish is concerned, treat these binoculars like the piece of gold they are and you should not have any problem with it. In summary, Canon’s 12 X 36 IS III (and I will even venture to say their improved 10 X 30 IS II) binoculars are highly recommended—even for those who have been forever straddling the fence as I once was. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 16, 2016 by Sam Knox
    • Sure, You Could Pay another $1000 but WHY? Bragging Rights?
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Why pay between 1 and 2K for a heavier pair of stabilizing binoculars when these are so incredible? I'm a wildlife photographer and what I need in binoculars offer crystal clear, crisp viewing; Canon glass has been proven to be quality if not exceptional throughout their product line of lenses, copiers and now binoculars. The feature I was seeking for this pair was the stabilization. I admit I was skeptical simply due to price but once I compared the feature from off to on and back? I'm sold! It steadies the image beautifully and I even viewed birds at a distance holding them with one hand. I'm very impressed! They are lightweight and easy to pack for strenuous hikes. For the price, quality, and impressive stabilization performance I say go for it! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on January 28, 2024 by E. S. Corbin

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