Minox X-Active Overview
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1Description
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2Optical Performance
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3Use and Handling
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4Construction Details
As the name suggests, Minox designed their 10x44 X-active Binoculars to allow you to move fast, find game, and track it�to be your go-to optic that you'll keep in your hunting kit year-round.
Minox eschews convention by utilizing a 44mm objective, instead of the much more common 42mm size. The larger lens provides performance increases across the board, including light-gathering capability to keep views bright in challenging conditions and a wider exit pupil and a longer eye relief than you typically see in 10x binoculars of this size. Proprietary M* anti-reflection multi-coatings on the lenses and phase-corrected roof prisms transmit bright and clear high-contrast images with true neutral color rendition and crisp clarity. From the wide field of view to the ultra-long eye relief, all of the X-active's performance enhancements are critical components for scanning the terrain while identifying your target and maintaining sight of it without it seeing or smelling you.
Utilizing an open-bridge/dual-hinge configuration helps to cut weight without sacrificing stability while providing plenty of room to wrap your hands completely around the optical tubes for a better grip, even if you need to use them one-handed. The chassis is made of a lightweight and durable aluminum alloy wrapped in a protective armor that provides a slip-resistant grip�especially in cold and wet weather. The optical tubes are nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed to be resistant to internal fogging and also waterproof and submersible to 16'�so the X-active will fair better than you if the binoculars tumble into a stream or pond. And if you do end up in a stream, tethered objective lens caps and one-piece ocular rainguard prevent their loss while allowing for fast reaction when opportunities present themselves.
Optical Performance
- Powerful 10x magnification allows for detailed observation of distant subjects
- Atypical 44mm objective lenses provide improved light-gathering capability versus the more common 42mm for better low light performance while helping to produce a wider and more comfortable exit pupil and eye relief
- Roof prism light path produces smaller optical tubes versus Porro prism design for more comfortable handling without compromising performance
- Phase-correcting prism coatings reduce or eliminate internal interference to correct ghosting and halos for better resolution and clarity
- Proprietary M* anti-reflection fully multi-coated optics improve light transmission to boost contrast and produce a neutral color rendition to make colors appear more true and natural
- Ultra-wide 66° apparent angle of view reduces the appearance of distracting hand shake and the need for the user to move their head to see the scene in front of them
- Spacious 346-foot field of view at 1000 yards
Use and Handling
- Open-bridge, dual-hinge configuration offers stability and rigidity
- Bridge design provides more gripping surface for steadier handling
- Large knurled center focus wheel is easy to manipulate in cold and wet weather or when wearing gloves
- ±4 right-eye dioptric correction enables to achieve tack sharp focus even if their eyesight isn't perfect
- Twist-up eyecups for comfortable use with or without eyewear
- Tripod mountable with 1/4"-20 socket
- Long 17mm eye relief improves viewing comfort and reduces eyestrain
- Comfortable 4.4mm exit pupil will completely cover pupils, even in low light conditions, to keep the whole scene in view
Construction Details
- Compact design is ideal for hunting and birding
- Bridge offers much more gripping surface area versus conventional designs to make it more comfortable and secure to hold the binocular with one hand
- Protective rubber armoring
- Nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed for water and fogproof performance
- Textured exterior for sure handling in cold and wet weather
- Tethered one-piece ocular rainguard and objective lens caps prevent loss and allow for fast reaction when opportunities present themselves
- Broad 14 to 122°F (-10 to 50°C) operating temperature range
- Length of just 5.5 inches
- Weight: 26 ounces
In the Box
- Minox 10x44 X-active Binoculars
- Carrying Case
- Cleaning Cloth
- Neoprene Neck Strap
- 1-Piece Ocular Rainguard
- 2 x Tethered Objective Lens Caps
- Limited 2-Year Warranty, Extendable to 30 Years with Registration
Table of Contents
- Description
- Optical Performance
- Use and Handling
- Construction Details
Minox X-Active Specs
Performance
| Magnification |
10x |
| Objective Lens Diameter |
44 mm |
| Angle of View |
6.6° (Actual) |
| Field of View |
346.39' @ 1000 yd / 115 m @ 1000 m |
| Minimum Focus Distance |
8.2' / 2.5 m |
| Exit Pupil Diameter |
4.4 mm |
| Eye Relief |
17 mm |
| Interpupillary Adjustment |
56 to 73 mm / 2.2 to 2.9" |
| Diopter Adjustment |
-4 to +4 |
| Focus Type |
Center |
Features
| Fogproof |
Yes |
| Water Resistance |
Waterproof, IPX7 |
General
| Dimensions |
5.51 x 5 x 2.01" / 14 x 12.7 x 5.1 cm |
| Weight |
26.1 oz / 740 g |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight |
2.375 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
8.1 x 6.2 x 3.2" |
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