KITE OPTICS - APC 42 ED 16x42 Stabilized Binoculars - Compact

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KITE OPTICS - APC 42 ED 16x42 Stabilized Binoculars - Compact:

NEW! More compact and higher-performing!

The APC 42 ED features a high-end 42mm ED optical system, delivering the best image quality ever achieved in stabilized binoculars of this class!

Exceptional sharpness and remarkably natural color reproduction set a new benchmark for stabilized visual performance. Compact, lightweight, and perfectly balanced, they ensure outstanding comfort and handling, even during the longest observation sessions.

HYBRID POWER

The APC 42 ED combines the flexibility of a hybrid power system with class-leading energy efficiency. It operates on standard AAA alkaline or lithium batteries as well as the included USB-C rechargeable Li-ion batteries—a unique advantage in this category. Powered by KITE’s ultra-efficient prism-gimbal stabilization system—complemented by the APC automatic sleep mode (activated when the binoculars are carried) and an integrated spare battery compartment—it can deliver up to a year of battery life on a single set.

BUILT TO LAST

The APC 42 ED is designed for long-term reliability and comes with a 30-year warranty. This exceptional level of confidence is backed by precision manufacturing and specialized service facilities in Belgium. It draws on KITE’s 40+ years of optical expertise and its pioneering role in image stabilization.

SMARTFLOW ENGINE

SMARTFLOW is KITE’s proprietary stabilization algorithm, designed to combine wide-range motion compensation with exceptional image stability. Integrated into the KT 2.0 and KT 3.0 systems, it adapts in real time to wind effects, hand movements, and panning, while maintaining a perfectly stable image during static observation. The result is stabilization behavior that is natural, precisely controlled, and effective in all situations—even at high magnification.

KT 3.0 PROCESSOR AND SOFTWARE

With the APC 42 ED, you enjoy an unparalleled level of immersion, creating the sensation of being right up close to the subject you are observing. Thanks to the enhanced precision of the KDGS-2 system, KITE OPTICS has reached a new milestone in software evolution. KT 3.0 delivers a unique visual experience that mirrors the human brain's natural cognitive and visual processes, effectively eliminating the feeling of looking through binoculars. SPECIFICATIONS:

Magnification 16x
Objective lens diameter 42 mm
ED optical system Yes
Exit pupil 2.62 mm
Minimum focus distance 2.90 m
Field of view at 1,000 m 73 m
Angular field of view 4.15°
Apparent field of view 66.5°
Eye relief 15.5 mm
Interpupillary distance 56–72 mm
Light transmission 85%
Twilight factor 25.9
Diopter correction ±3
Stabilization 3°
Gimbal type KDGS-2
Processor / software KT 3.0
Waterproofing IPX7
Nitrogen filling Yes
Operating temperature -22 to +55°C
Dimensions 190 × 130 mm
Weight 849 g
Tripod thread 1/4"
Battery life Up to 120 h
Power supply 2 AAA batteries: rechargeable USB-C Li-ion included; alkaline or lithium compatible
Spare battery compartment Yes
Low battery indicator Yes
Automatic standby Yes, after 90 min
Active Power Control (APC) Yes
Protective and repellent coating Yes
Warranty 30 years
Made in Japan
Reference K280741