KODAK BINOCULARS WORTH LOOKING INTO

Most camera dealers also have a selection of binos and spotting scopes on their shelves. Paris-based Kodak licensee the GT Company has announced an affordable new range of five Kodak branded binoculars for 2023, which it describes as ‘the entry of this iconic brand into sectors in need of renewal.’ All ages are being targeted; with the ‘featherweight’ BCS100 binocular said to be suitable for small hands, and featuring soft eyecups and an 8x magnification. It’s keen to point out that this is not a toy but rather a ‘real’ binocular.

Next up are the BCS200 8x21 and BCS400 10x25 binoculars, said to be ideal for travel and hiking because of portrait, wedding, street, landscape and family photography, as well as video. Lens construction comprises 14 elements in 11 groups, including one SLD (Special Low Dispersion) element and three aspherical elements. The f/1.4 aperture also suggests use for low light photography, including photography concerts, weddings and interiors. www.sigma-imaging-uk.com their ultra compact design. They can also focus as close as three metres. The step up model is the BCS600 that features a 12x magnification for long distance observation, which we’re told should make it suitable for birdwatchers. Lastly the 50mm objective lens of the BCS800 should, in conjunction with multi coatings, guarantee a 90-95% light transmission, meaning that eye fatigue is considerably reduced during periods of prolonged observation. All of the above models are available now. www.kodak.gtcie.com/en/