Oberwerk Explore Series 20x80 Binoculars
- 20x magnification, porro prism design
- 8 cm objective lenses, 4 mm exit pupil
- 3.25 degree field of view, 65 degree apparent
- 18 mm eye relief, long eye relief design
- 4.7 pounds, tripod mountable
- Waterproof and fog proof aluminum body
- Hard case, neck strap and lens covers included
- 5 year warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A big pair for stargazing and long views from a fixed spot, with optics that suit a tripod. The weight makes handheld viewing tiring, so plan on a mount from the start.
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ASIN: B0DJQT9PHMCategory: Binoculars
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Overview
Backyard stargazing sessions and long views across a valley are what the Oberwerk Explore Series binoculars are built for. Porro prisms and large anti-reflective coated objectives gather light into a center focus body, and the aluminum housing mounts on a tripod for steady viewing.
Large objectives and high magnification pull faint stars and distant detail into view, and the long eye relief helps glasses wearers see the whole image. That magnification also magnifies every hand tremor, so a tripod belongs in the plan from day one.
Who it's for
Backyard astronomy and watching distant shorelines or ridgelines from a fixed spot suit these well. Hikers who want a compact neck pair and people without a tripod should look at smaller binoculars.
Pros and cons
- High magnification for stars and distant detail
- Long eye relief suits glasses wearers
- Waterproof and fog proof housing
- Tripod mountable for steady viewing
- Heavy for handheld use
- Narrow true field makes aiming slower
- Tripod adapter not in the included list
- Porro body is bulky to pack
Performance notes
Image brightness depends on objective size relative to magnification, which sets the exit pupil and how bright the view stays as light fades. Steadiness governs detail at this power: on a tripod the view holds still, handheld it shakes. Center focus moves both eyepieces together, and eye relief decides whether glasses wearers see the edge of the field.
Specifications
| Brand | OBERWERK |
|---|---|
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective lens diameter | 80 mm |
| Item weight | 4.7 pounds |
| Exit pupil diameter | 0.2 inches |
| Item dimensions | 13 × 9 × 4 inches |
| Construction & materials | |
| Coating | Anti-Reflective |
| Enclosure material | Aluminum |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mount type | Tripod Mount |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | 5 years |
| Other details | |
| Magnification | 20x |
| Prism type | Porro Prism |
| Water resistance level | Waterproof, fog proof |
| Focus type | Center Focus |
| Field of view | 3.25 degrees |
| Eye relief | 18 millimeters |
| Apparent angle of view | 65 degrees |
Frequently asked questions
Can the Oberwerk 20x80 Explore be used handheld like regular binoculars?
Briefly, yes, but these are not light everyday binoculars. At 4.7 pounds and 20x magnification, small hand movements shake the image, which is why the listing marks them as tripod mountable.
Do the Oberwerk Explore binoculars work for people who wear glasses?
Eye relief is listed at 18 mm and described as long eye relief, which gives glasses wearers room to see the field.
Is a tripod adapter included with the Oberwerk 20x80?
The included list names the binocular, hard case, neck strap, objective covers and ocular cover. The mount type is listed as tripod mount, but no separate adapter is named, so confirm before ordering.
What uses does Oberwerk list for the Explore 20x80?
Star gazing, hiking and outdoors, and hunting. For hiking, weigh the 4.7 pound body before carrying them far.