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Canon 10 x 30 IS User Manual

Canon 10 x 30 IS
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Canon 10 x 30 IS Specifications

General IconGeneral
Magnification10x
Objective Lens Diameter30 mm
Image StabilizationYes
Weight600 g
Exit Pupil Diameter3 mm
Eye Relief15 mm
Prism TypePorro
Battery Type2 x AA
Water ResistanceNo

Summary

Profile

Image Stabilizer Switch

To activate the image stabilizer.

Eyepiece Barrel

To adjust the spacing of the eyepieces to the spacing of your eyes.

Diopter Adjustment Rings

To adjust the diopters to your own eyesight.

Focusing Ring

To adjust the focus.

Eyepiece Lens

Enlarges the object refracted from the objective lens.

Eye Cups

Protect the eyes from shock and harmful rays.

Doublet Field-Flattener

Makes the images sharp throughout the field of view.

Erecting Prisms

Corrects the inverted image.

Vari-Angle Prism

System which stabilizes the image, using Canon's unique optical technology.

Objective Lens

Pulls in the image of a distant object.

How to Use the Binoculars

Eyepiece and Diopter Adjustment

Adjusting spacing and diopters for user eyesight.

Focusing Adjustment

Adjusting focus and diopters for clear image.

Eyeglass Wearer Use

Using foldaway rubber eyepiece rings for eyeglass wearers.

Q1 What Types of Binoculars Are There?

Prism Binoculars

Binoculars using prisms to correct inverted images, including Porro and Roof types.

Galileo Binoculars

Binoculars using concave lenses, not needing prisms; used for short distances.

Q2 Why Are the Images Magnified?

Image Magnification Principle

How objective and eyepiece lenses magnify distant objects.

Creating a Telescope

Basic principle of telescopes using camera lenses.

Q3 What Is Magnification?

Magnification Definition

Ratio of naked eye view to binocular view, e.g., 10x magnification.

Magnification and Focal Length

Relationship between magnification, focal length, and image size.

Q4 Why Is the Image Easier to See When Enlarged?

Resolving Power

Clarity of detail distinguished by binoculars.

Image Quality and Resolving Power

Factors affecting image quality like aberration and shake.

Q5 Why Are There Different Fields of View for Different Binoculars?

Real Field of View

Measured angle from objective lens center, affected by magnification.

Apparent Field of View

Real field of view multiplied by magnification, comparable across models.

Field of View at 1,000 Meters

Measured width of view at a specific distance.

Q6 Why Are Some Binoculars Brighter Than Others?

Exit Pupil

Bright circle visible when viewing eyepiece lens, diameter determines brightness.

Available Aperture of the Objective Lens

Diameter of objective lens affecting image brightness.

Twilight Coefficient

Calculation for performance in low light conditions.

Brightness and Lens Reflection

Effect of lens coatings on image brightness and quality.

Q7 How Can I Tell the Difference in Image Quality?

Single vs. Double Image

Checking for lens alignment issues to see one clear image.

Image Sharpness

Assessing clarity of details and absence of blur or distortion.

Color Aberration and Discoloration

Checking for rainbow rings or color shifts in images.

Overall Image Clarity

Assessing sharpness across the entire field of view.

Image Distortion

Checking for warping or flowing effects in straight lines.

Q8 What Makes Canon's IS series so Unique?

Image Stabilization Technology

Canon's active optical image stabilizer using Vari-Angle Prisms.

Benefits of IS Series

Eliminates image shake, allowing clear viewing without tripods.

Wide Field of View and Superior Image Quality

Doublet Field-Flattener Lens

Canon's optical design for sharpness across wide field of view.

Lightweight and Water Resistant Design

Outdoor Use Features

Durability and usability for various weather conditions.

Various Types and Characteristics of Image Stabilization Technology

Vari-Angle Prism Type

Canon's system using sensors and prisms.

Gyro Type

System using a motor-driven gyroscope.

Mechanical Type

System using Cardanic Suspension.

Choosing Binoculars By Need

IS Series Operating Time

Battery life for image stabilization function across temperatures.

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