The Kowa BD II XD 10x42 is the previous version of Kowa's full-size 10x. It has XD lenses, a 126m field of view and 1.8m close focus, and it has now been replaced by the BD III XD 10x42.
Replaced by the BD III
Kowa has replaced the BD II XD with the BD III XD. The optics are the same, but the BD III has new silicone eyecups, a reworked focus wheel, better grip and a lighter body. While stock lasts, the BD II is a good way to get the same view.
XD lenses
XD is Kowa's name for its extra-low dispersion glass. It reduces colour fringing around high-contrast edges, so birds against a bright sky look sharp and natural.
Waterproof magnesium body
The magnesium alloy body is waterproof and nitrogen filled, and the KR coating on the outer lenses helps water and dirt run off.
The 10x42 in numbers
The Kowa BD II XD 10x42 has a 126m field of view at 1000m, close focus of 1.8m, 16.5mm eye relief and a 4.2mm exit pupil. It weighs 645g and measures 139 x 128 x 52.5mm.
With 16.5mm of eye relief, most people who wear glasses can see the whole view with the eyecups twisted down.
Which model should you choose?
If the Kowa BD II XD 10x42 isn't quite right, these are the closest alternatives.
What's in the box
- Kowa BD II XD 10x42 Binoculars
- Rainguard
- Objective lens caps
- Shoulder strap
- Case
- Instruction manual
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