The Leica MONOVID 8X20 with 8-fold magnification is a true high-end monocular. Its elegant design is as impressive as its superior technology; making it ideal for birdwatchers and hikers who need to travel light, or for concert-goers and sports fans alike.
Its special feature:
A close-up lens that allows detailed observation of objects at distances as close as 25-30 cm which is perfect for viewing butterflies and insects. Simply screwing this accessory onto the front lens lets users experience a macro effect that reveals even the finest details. It is also particularly practical: when not in use, the lens can be safely stored in the leather case provided - the best place to keep it safe and sound. Another ingenious feature of the elegant case is its silent magnetic fastener, which ensures that nothing is surprised or scared away.
The aluminum body is nitrogen-filled to prevent misting, and its lenses are coated with water and dirt repellent AquaDuraTM coating. Furthermore, in contrast to all other monoculars, it is not only splash-proof but fully waterproof to a depth of 5m (16.5 ft). So come rain or shine Leica MONOVID 8X20 owners can be certain they will have the perfect view.
Its extremely compact size, versatility, and weight of only 112 g (under 6 oz) makes it an ideal companion that fits in any jacket pocket and can be right at your fingertips whenever you need it.
The essentials:
- Black leather
- 8x magnification for quiet and brilliant image results
- Small, light and compact
- Astonishing macro observations using the included close-up lens
| Magnification | 8x |
| Front lens diameter | 20 mm |
| Exit pupil | 25 mm |
| Twighlight Factor | 12.7 |
| Field of View at 1,000 m | 110 m |
| Eye-Relief | 15 mm |
| Objective angle of view | 6.3° |
| Close focusing distance | Approx. 1.8 m |
| Close focus distance w/close focus lens | 25-30 cm |
| Eyepieces for eyeglass wearers | yes |
| Sliding eyecups | yes |
| Focusing | Internal focusing via central focusing knob |
| Coatings on lenses | High Durable Coating (HDC) and AquaDura coating on outer lens (not on close focus lens) |
| Coatings on prisms | Roof prism with phase correction coating P40 |
| Prism system | Roof prism |
| Watertightness | Watertight to a depth of 5 m/16.5 ft |
| Housing | Aluminium, nitrogen filled |
| Thread of close focus lens | M25 x 0.75 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 97.9 mm |
| Length with close focus lens | 105 mm |
| Diameter | 35.5 mm |
| Weight | Approx. 112 g Monocular ; approx. 14 g Close focus lens |