Kite Optics Bino APC Stabilized 16x42 ED

The APC 42 ED features a premium 42mm ED optical system, delivering the finest image ever achieved in 42mm stabilized binoculars. Razor-sharp detail and true-to-life colour reproduction set a new standard in stabilized visual performance. Compact, lightweight and perfectly balanced, it offers exceptional comfort and control in the hand - even during extended use

The APC 42 ED combines hybrid power flexibility with industry-leading efficiency. Use standard alkaline or lithium AAA batteries, or the included USB-C rechargeable Li-ion cells - a unique advantage in its class. Powered by Kite’s ultra-efficient prism gimbal stabilization, enhanced by intelligent APC auto-sleep when worn, and supported by an integrated spare battery compartment, it delivers up to a year of use on a single set of batteries.

The APC 42 ED is engineered for long-term reliability and covered by a 30-year warranty - including its electronic stabilization system. This exceptional level of confidence is made possible by precision manufacturing in Japan and dedicated service facilities in Belgium, built on over 40 years of Kite’s expertise in optics and its pioneering role in image stabilization. At their workshops in Belgium, every stabilized optic can be inspected, serviced and repaired by specialized technicians - ensuring your binocular remains reliable for decades to come.

Smartflow is Kite’s unique stabilization algorithm designed to balance large motion compensation with ultra-steady image locking. The algorithm that is programmed in the KT 2.0 and KT 3.0 CPU and software, dynamically adapts in real time, absorbing wind, hand movement and panning, while delivering a rock-solid image during static observation. The result is a perfectly controlled, natural stabilization behaviour in every situation, even at high magnification.

With the APC 42 ED, you’ll encounter an unmatched level of immersion, feeling as though you’re right there with the object you’re observing. Thanks to the increased precision of KDGS-2, Kite Optics takes a significant leap forward in advancing its software. KT 3.0 delivers a unique viewing experience that mirrors the cognitive and visual patterns of the mind, effectively making the sensation of looking through binoculars vanish.

Bino APC Stabilized 16x42 ED:
Magnification: 16x
Objective lens diameter (mm): 42
ED optical system: Yes
Exit pupil (mm): 2.62
Minimum close focus (m): 2.9
Linear field of view (m/1000m): 73
Angular field of view (degrees): 4.15
Apparent field of view (degrees): 66.5
Eye relief (mm): 15.5
Interpupillary distance (mm): 72-56
Twilight factor: 25.9
Dioptric compensation (+/-): 3
Light transmission (%): 85
Waterproof: Yes IPX7
Gas filled: Yes
Functional temperature: -20°C / 55°C
Stabilization correction angle (degrees): 3
Gimbal type: KDGS-2
CPU/software: KT 3.0
Tripod connection socket 1/4": Yes
Power autonomy: up to 120 hours
Power source: 2x AAA batteries, alkaline or lithium, li-ion USB-C (included)
Spare battery compartment: Yes
Active power control (APC): Yes
Low battery indicator: Yes
Handstrap: Yes
Height (mm): 190
Width (mm): 130
Weight (gr): 849  
Warranty (years): 30
Kite Optics code: K280741

In the box:
* APC Stabilized Binoculars
* Neoprene neckstrap
* Handstrap
* Carrying case
* Ocular protection cover  


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