Canon 12x36 IS III Image Stabilized Binocular is ideal for nature-lovers, astronomy-buffs, and marine life enthusiasts alike because of its Compact Body Design, Proprietary Image Stabilization & 12x Magnification! Canon 12x36 IS III Image Stabilized Binoculars are a perfect companion for outdoor recreational activities such as birdwatching, nature viewing, stargazing, and marine life watching. With a proprietary vari-angle prism, electronic IS technology, quick response time & ±0.8° stabilization freedom, the viewing is crisp and free from hand-shake. Our Take on the Canon 12x36 IS III Image Stabilized Binoculars: The gyro sensors complement the built-in IS. They allow the orientation movement and direct the prism to minimize the effects of external shaking. The 2 alkaline batteries give the binoculars a 9-hour runtime, which is perfect for traveling nature lovers. Further, the binoculars weigh only 23 oz and are highly compact with a 6.9" length that makes them highly travel-friendly. The Porro-Prism optical path, doublet field-flatteners, Super Spectra Antireflection Coating together render bright, high-contrast imagery and minimize distortions. Further, the lenses are made from eco-friendly lead-free glasses. These binoculars allow a 12x magnification with 14.5 mm eye relief, enhancing the viewing experience for extended watching sessions. The Binoculars require AA batteries as their power source; however, they can function as regular binocular with batteries uninstalled. This is an added advantage for beginners and cost-conscious users. In addition, the neatly positioned center focus wheel allows comfortable clicking using the right forefinger. Further, the 5-minute activation mode allows you concentrated, distractions viewing. TOP 10 KEY FEATURES: Magnification: 12x Angle of View: 5° (Actual) Eye Relief: 14.5 mm Prism Type: Porro Objective Lens Diameter: 36 mm Exit Pupil Diameter: 3 mm Minimum Focus Distance: 19.7' / 6 m Field of View: 262' @ 1000 yd / 86