Meade CaptureView 8 x 30 Binocular and Digital Camera

Posted by admin in OpticsJan 19th, 2008 | no responses Key Features

• Full-function binocular and digital camera with 8 MB memory
• Take up to 40 high-resolution (640 x 480) photos or 100 low-resolution (320 x 240) photos
• Easily transfer photos to your PC with a USB connection
• Automatic exposure and white balance control

Binocular Specs

• Power: 8x
• Objective lens: 30 mm
• Optical design: Folding roof prism
• Angle of view: 7 degrees
• Field of view: 311 feet at 1,000 yards

Digital Camera Specs

• Maximum Resolution: 640 x 480 pixels
• Aperture: F5.6; fixed lens
• Optimum Range: 49 feet to infinity
• Memory: 8 MB SDRAM
• OS requirements: Windows 98, 2000, Me, XP
• Interface type: USB

Other Specs

• Weight: 7.1 ounces
• Dimensions: 5.5" L x 3.75" W x 2.2" H
• Batteries: 2 AAA (not included)

Includes
USB cable, carry case, strap, complete instructions, CD-ROM with image-capture and image-editing softwareWhat do the numbers mean?
Binoculars are referred to by 2 numbers separated by an "x". The first number is the power (magnification). For example, with this 8 x 30 binocular, the object being viewed appears to be 8 times closer. The 2nd number is the diameter (in millimeters) of the objective (front) lens. The larger the objective lens, the more light that enters the binocular, making the image appear clearer and brighter.

What's the difference between a porro prism and a roof prism?
In porro-prism binoculars, the front lens is offset from the eyepiece, giving you a greater sense of depth and a wider field of view. In roof prism binoculars, the front lenses are in line with the eyepieces; this allows the binocular to have a smaller, more compact size.