Maven B6 ED Binoculars 10x50
- 10x magnification, 50 mm objectives
- 5 mm exit pupil, relative brightness 25
- 18.1 mm eye relief, diopter +/- 3
- 341 ft field of view listed
- Roof prism, Schmidt-Pechan design, fully multi-coated
- 30.6 oz, magnesium body, waterproof
- Tripod mountable, lifetime warranty
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A bright, well-equipped binocular for hunters and hikers who glass at dawn and dusk. It is on the heavier side for a neck strap, so long carries benefit from a harness.
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ASIN: B0F7YY3VH4Model: B61050BLD5Category: Binoculars
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Overview
A larger Schmidt-Pechan roof prism and wide objective lenses are the heart of the Maven binocular, built to gather more light than the smaller model it grew from. Focus is manual with a diopter to match each eye, and the magnesium body is waterproof.
Low-light glassing is where it earns its place: large objectives, a wide exit pupil and fully multi-coated glass all aim at brightness. Weight comes with that light gathering, and no harness is in the box.
Who it's for
Hunters, birders and wildlife watchers who scan hillsides at the edges of the day get the brightness they need, and the tripod mount helps on long sessions. Ultralight backpackers and concertgoers should choose something smaller.
Pros and cons
- Large objectives for low-light viewing
- Long listed eye relief
- Fully multi-coated optics
- Waterproof magnesium body
- Heavy for all-day neck carry
- Close focus distance not listed
- Part numbers in listing do not match
- No harness included
Performance notes
Brightness in poor light depends on the exit pupil matching the eye's own pupil, which the wide objectives make possible at this magnification. Hand shake grows with magnification, so a tripod steadies long looks. Sharpness also depends on setting the diopter correctly for each eye.
Specifications
| Brand | Maven |
|---|---|
| Model | B61050BLD5 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Objective lens diameter | 50 mm |
| Item weight | 1.91 pounds |
| Exit pupil diameter | 0.2 inches |
| Item dimensions l x W x h | 5.2 × 2.3 × 6.6 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Diopter adjustment range | +/- 3 |
| Construction & materials | |
| Coating | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Enclosure material | Magnesium |
| Color | Moss/Black |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Mount type | Tripod Mount |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty description | Lifetime |
| Other details | |
| Magnification | 10x |
| Prism type | Roof Prism (Schmidt-Pechan) |
| Water resistance level | Waterproof |
| Focus type | Manual |
| Field of view | 341 ft |
| Eye relief | 18.1 mm |
| Relative brightness | 25 |
Frequently asked questions
How big is the Maven B6 10x50?
The listing gives 5.2 x 2.3 x 6.6 inches, and Maven describes the B6 as a mid-sized binocular.
Is there a 12x version of the Maven B6?
Maven says the B6 comes in 10x and 12x options. This listing is the 10x50 in Moss/Black.
What comes with the Maven B6 binoculars?
A neoprene neck strap, lens caps and a double-layered microfiber storage bag. No harness or tripod is listed.
Do the Maven B6 binoculars use ED glass?
ED appears only in the product title. The specs list fully multi-coated optics and a roof prism without naming the glass type, so confirm with Maven if ED glass matters to you.