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 8x25 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.
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. Their moderate 8x power magnifies the view to scan the terrain, identify your target, and maintain your distance without it seeing or smelling you�all while preserving a comfortable exit pupil and eye relief. The 25mm objectives keep the form factor highly compact and light to maneuver easily without excessive movement that can spook game and won't weigh you down when you're stalking or walking all day.
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 binoculars will fair better than you if they tumble into a stream or pond.
Optical Performance
- Moderate 8x power magnifies the view without shortening the eye relief or narrowing the exit pupil
- 25mm objective lenses ensures a compact form factor for easy use and carrying
- 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
- Apparent angle of view approaches wide angle to reduce the appearance of distracting hand shake and the need for the user to move their head to see the scene in front of them
- 364.5' 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
- Right-eye dioptric correction
- Twist-up eyecups for comfortable use with or without eyewear
- Tripod mountable with 1/4"-20 socket
- Comfortable 16.5mm eye relief reduces eyestrain, especially during long glassing sessions
- 3.1mm exit pupil covers most pupils in normal lighting conditions to keep the whole scene in view
Construction Details
- Extremely compact and lightweight�ideal for hiking, climbing, sightseeing, or watching sports
- Bridge offers much more gripping surface area versus conventional designs to make it more comfortable and secure to hold the binoculars with one hand
- Protective rubber armoring
- Nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed to be resistant to internal fogging and waterproof and submersible to a depth of 16 feet (5m)
- Textured exterior for sure handling in cold and wet weather
- Broad 14 to 122°F (-10 to 50°C) operating temperature range
- Length of just 4.4 inches
- Weight: 13 ounces
In the Box
- Minox 8x25 X-active Binoculars
- Neoprene Neck Strap
- Carrying Case
- Cleaning Cloth
- 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 |
8x |
| Objective Lens Diameter |
25 mm |
| Angle of View |
6.9° (Actual) |
| Field of View |
364.46' @ 1000 yd / 121 m @ 1000 m |
| Minimum Focus Distance |
8.2' / 2.5 m |
| Exit Pupil Diameter |
3.1 mm |
| Eye Relief |
16.5 mm |
| Interpupillary Adjustment |
56 to 78 mm / 2.2 to 3.1" |
| Diopter Adjustment |
-4 to +4 |
| Focus Type |
Center |
Features
| Fogproof |
Yes |
| Water Resistance |
Waterproof, IPX7 |
General
| Dimensions |
4.72 x 4.41 x 1.57" / 12 x 11.2 x 4 cm |
| Weight |
12.88 oz / 365 g |
Packaging Info
| Package Weight |
1.345 lb |
| Box Dimensions (LxWxH) |
7.3 x 6.1 x 2.85" |
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