Ricoh/Pentax Pentax AD 25 Waterproof 8x25

Pentax AD 25 Waterproof 8x25 – Compact binocular with crystal-sharp images

The Pentax AD 25 (Ricoh/Pentax) is a compact 8x25 binocular designed for clear, high-contrast viewing. It combines modern optical coatings with a roof-prism design to deliver sharp images and reliable performance. The binoculars also offer weather protection and a comfortable handling package for everyday use.

Optical performance

These binoculars use new fully multi-coated lenses and a new enhanced light transmission coating. As a result, they provide crystal-sharp images and superb contrast. In addition, the BaK4 prism benefits from a Super Reflective Prism coating and phase correction coating, which help maintain image fidelity across the field of view.

Build, handling and usability

The AD 25 features inner focusing and a central focus wheel for precise and easy adjustments. You get comfortable eye relief together with close-focus capability for near subjects. The twist-up eyecups allow quick and secure positioning for glasses wearers and non-glasses users alike.

Durability and protection

These binoculars are fully waterproof and nitrogen-purged, meeting JIS Class 6 standards. The body is fully rubber-covered to provide protection and an improved grip in active use. In short, the construction supports regular outdoor use in variable conditions.

Key features

• New fully multi-coated optics
• New enhanced light transmission coatings
• Fully waterproof and nitrogen-purged (JIS Class 6)
• Super Reflective Prism coating, including phase correction coating
• Rubber covered body provides protection and grip
• Comfortable eye-relief and close-focus
• Inner focusing
• Twist-up eyecups

Specifications

FAQ

Question: Are these binoculars waterproof?

Answer: Yes. The Pentax AD 25 is fully waterproof and nitrogen-purged, meeting JIS Class 6 standards.

Question: What magnification and objective size do they have?

Answer: They are 8x25 binoculars, offering 8x magnification with 25 mm objective lenses.

Question: What kind of prism and coatings are used?

Answer: The binoculars use a BaK4 prism with a Super Reflective Prism coating and phase correction coating, together with fully multi-coated optics and enhanced light transmission coatings.

Question: How are they to handle and focus?

Answer: They feature inner focusing with a central focus wheel, twist-up eyecups, comfortable eye relief and close-focus capability, plus a fully rubber-covered body for protection and grip.

Question: Are these binoculars suitable for compact, everyday use?

Answer: Yes. The Pentax AD 25 combines modern design and compactness with high-performance optical and protective features, making it well suited for everyday viewing situations.