Pentax PF-85EDA spotting scope with case + XL 8-24mm zoom eyepiece
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Pentax
SKU: P-70971
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Discover the Pentax 85 mm PF-85 EDA Spotting Scope with 45° Angled View
Introducing the Pentax PF-85 EDA spotting scope – a powerful, compact instrument with a unique design, perfectly engineered for birdwatching, nature observation, and terrestrial astronomy.
ED Optics and Advanced Multilayer Coatings
ED (extra-low dispersion) lenses minimize chromatic aberrations for exceptional sharpness. Each optical element is fully multi-coated to maximize light transmission and reduce reflections.
45° Angled Roof Prism Construction
The 45° angled viewing offers extreme comfort whether standing, sitting, or lying down. The roof prism design ensures a compact and lightweight structure despite the 85 mm objective lens.
Variable Magnification 20× to 60×
With the SMC 8–24 mm zoom eyepiece included in the kit version, you benefit from magnification ranging from 20× to 60× (⌀ pair included). This wide range allows optimal adaptation to various observation scenarios.
Bright and High-Contrast Field of View
The combination of multilayer coatings and phase-corrected prisms ensures an image with excellent contrast, clarity, and rich detail—ideal for demanding nature or astro-birdwatching observations:contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
Waterproof Structure and Nitrogen Purging
Rated JIS 7, the housing is waterproof against rain, mist, and spray (up to 1 m depth). Sealing is reinforced by a dustproof element at the eyepiece entry and nitrogen purging to prevent internal fogging.
Lightweight Alloy Exterior Design
The magnesium alloy body with rubber armor ensures durability, a comfortable grip, and a distinctive visual design. A rugged instrument designed for outdoor use.
Smooth and Precise Ring Focusing
The centrally positioned focus ring provides smooth and fast adjustment, even when wearing gloves or using a tripod cover. Ideal for terrestrial photography or stationary observation.
Tripod Adaptation with Rotating Collar
Equipped with a notched rotating tripod collar (1/4″–20), you can easily rotate the body to find the most comfortable viewing angle without changing the observation direction.
Integrated Sunshade for Glare Reduction
The retractable sunshade at the front protects the objective lens from stray light and weather while enhancing visual contrast in challenging conditions.
Standard 31.75 mm Eyepiece Compatibility
The eyepiece holder accepting the American 1.25″ (31.7 mm) standard is compatible with XF (spotting) and XW (astronomy) series, offering great flexibility of use.
Comfortable Viewing Without Eye Fatigue
The generous eye relief ensures comfortable use, even for eyeglass wearers: wide field of view without eye strain, even during extended sessions.
Minimum Focus Distance
The spotting scope allows focusing from as close as approximately 5 m, ideal for observing nearby subjects or birds at short range from a hide.
Visual Relief and Stability in Fixed Viewing
The angled design and tripod stability minimize field-of-view movement during prolonged or high-magnification observations.
Long-Term Manufacturer Warranty
Pentax offers a 25-year warranty, a mark of reliability and confidence in the product's durability.
Perfect Application for Birdwatching and Astro-Birding
High magnification, wide field of view, bright optics, and robust construction: this instrument is designed for high-precision nature observation, bird tracking, and terrestrial celestial observations.
Key Features Summary
Premium optics, variable magnification, waterproof & nitrogen-purged housing, compact design, eyepiece adaptability, and angled viewing make the PF‑85 EDA an outstanding choice
Pentax 85 mm spotting scope, Pentax PF‑85 EDA spotting scope, 45° angled spotting scope, ED 20–60× spotting scope, birdwatching observation, nitrogen-purged waterproof JIS 7 spotting scope, compact original design spotting scope.
Technical Data
Specifications Values Magnification 20× to 60× (zoom kit) Objective 85 mm ED Optical Construction 5 elements in 4 groups, ED glass Prism Roof prism, phase coating Optical Coatings Fully multi-coated + anti-reflection Eye Relief Long (comfortable for eyeglass wearers) Interpupillary Distance Standard 31.7 mm eyepiece Minimum Focus Distance ≈ 5 m Field of View Variable depending on eyepiece (≈ 33 m → 17 m at 1000 m in zoom) Exit Pupil Diameter ≈ 4.3 mm at 20×, ≈ 1.4 mm at 60× Construction Type Magnesium body with rubber armor Waterproofing JIS Class 7, nitrogen-purged, dustproof Weight ≈ 1,600 g (body only), ≈ 2,150 g (kit) Dimensions ≈ 347 × 116.5 × 101.8 mm Tripod Adaptation Yes, 1/4″–20 rotating collar Sunshade Integrated, extendable Focusing Central ring Eyecups Standard 1.25″ – twist-up depending on eyepiece Twilight Factor ≈ 18.1 (at 20×) Warranty 25-year manufacturer warranty Box Contents
The box includes:
- Pentax PF‑85 EDA spotting scope (45°) 85 mm diameter
- Objective lens cap
- Eyepiece cap
- Robust carrying case
- User manual and 25-year warranty certificate
- SMC 8–24 mm 20–60× zoom eyepiece included
Discover the Pentax 85 mm PF-85 EDA Spotting Scope with 45° Angled View
Introducing the Pentax PF-85 EDA spotting scope – a powerful, compact instrument with a unique design, perfectly engineered for birdwatching, nature observation, and terrestrial astronomy.
ED Optics and Advanced Multilayer Coatings
ED (extra-low dispersion) lenses minimize chromatic aberrations for exceptional sharpness. Each optical element is fully multi-coated to maximize light transmission and reduce reflections.
45° Angled Roof Prism Construction
The 45° angled viewing offers extreme comfort whether standing, sitting, or lying down. The roof prism design ensures a compact and lightweight structure despite the 85 mm objective lens.
Variable Magnification 20× to 60×
With the SMC 8–24 mm zoom eyepiece included in the kit version, you benefit from magnification ranging from 20× to 60× (⌀ pair included). This wide range allows optimal adaptation to various observation scenarios.
Bright and High-Contrast Field of View
The combination of multilayer coatings and phase-corrected prisms ensures an image with excellent contrast, clarity, and rich detail—ideal for demanding nature or astro-birdwatching observations:contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
Waterproof Structure and Nitrogen Purging
Rated JIS 7, the housing is waterproof against rain, mist, and spray (up to 1 m depth). Sealing is reinforced by a dustproof element at the eyepiece entry and nitrogen purging to prevent internal fogging.
Lightweight Alloy Exterior Design
The magnesium alloy body with rubber armor ensures durability, a comfortable grip, and a distinctive visual design. A rugged instrument designed for outdoor use.
Smooth and Precise Ring Focusing
The centrally positioned focus ring provides smooth and fast adjustment, even when wearing gloves or using a tripod cover. Ideal for terrestrial photography or stationary observation.
Tripod Adaptation with Rotating Collar
Equipped with a notched rotating tripod collar (1/4″–20), you can easily rotate the body to find the most comfortable viewing angle without changing the observation direction.
Integrated Sunshade for Glare Reduction
The retractable sunshade at the front protects the objective lens from stray light and weather while enhancing visual contrast in challenging conditions.
Standard 31.75 mm Eyepiece Compatibility
The eyepiece holder accepting the American 1.25″ (31.7 mm) standard is compatible with XF (spotting) and XW (astronomy) series, offering great flexibility of use.
Comfortable Viewing Without Eye Fatigue
The generous eye relief ensures comfortable use, even for eyeglass wearers: wide field of view without eye strain, even during extended sessions.
Minimum Focus Distance
The spotting scope allows focusing from as close as approximately 5 m, ideal for observing nearby subjects or birds at short range from a hide.
Visual Relief and Stability in Fixed Viewing
The angled design and tripod stability minimize field-of-view movement during prolonged or high-magnification observations.
Long-Term Manufacturer Warranty
Pentax offers a 25-year warranty, a mark of reliability and confidence in the product's durability.
Perfect Application for Birdwatching and Astro-Birding
High magnification, wide field of view, bright optics, and robust construction: this instrument is designed for high-precision nature observation, bird tracking, and terrestrial celestial observations.
Key Features Summary
Premium optics, variable magnification, waterproof & nitrogen-purged housing, compact design, eyepiece adaptability, and angled viewing make the PF‑85 EDA an outstanding choice
Pentax 85 mm spotting scope, Pentax PF‑85 EDA spotting scope, 45° angled spotting scope, ED 20–60× spotting scope, birdwatching observation, nitrogen-purged waterproof JIS 7 spotting scope, compact original design spotting scope.
Technical Data
| Specifications | Values |
|---|---|
| Magnification | 20× to 60× (zoom kit) |
| Objective | 85 mm ED |
| Optical Construction | 5 elements in 4 groups, ED glass |
| Prism | Roof prism, phase coating |
| Optical Coatings | Fully multi-coated + anti-reflection |
| Eye Relief | Long (comfortable for eyeglass wearers) |
| Interpupillary Distance | Standard 31.7 mm eyepiece |
| Minimum Focus Distance | ≈ 5 m |
| Field of View | Variable depending on eyepiece (≈ 33 m → 17 m at 1000 m in zoom) |
| Exit Pupil Diameter | ≈ 4.3 mm at 20×, ≈ 1.4 mm at 60× |
| Construction Type | Magnesium body with rubber armor |
| Waterproofing | JIS Class 7, nitrogen-purged, dustproof |
| Weight | ≈ 1,600 g (body only), ≈ 2,150 g (kit) |
| Dimensions | ≈ 347 × 116.5 × 101.8 mm |
| Tripod Adaptation | Yes, 1/4″–20 rotating collar |
| Sunshade | Integrated, extendable |
| Focusing | Central ring |
| Eyecups | Standard 1.25″ – twist-up depending on eyepiece |
| Twilight Factor | ≈ 18.1 (at 20×) |
| Warranty | 25-year manufacturer warranty |
Box Contents
The box includes:
- Pentax PF‑85 EDA spotting scope (45°) 85 mm diameter
- Objective lens cap
- Eyepiece cap
- Robust carrying case
- User manual and 25-year warranty certificate
- SMC 8–24 mm 20–60× zoom eyepiece included
