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Pentax 70516 SMC-XW 20 1.25-Inch Telescope Eyepiece

Experience Superior Viewing with Pentax SMC-XW Telescope Eyepiece The Pentax 70516 SMC-XW 20mm 1.25-Inch Eyepiece delivers unparalleled viewing comfort and exceptional image quality for both telescopes and Pentax spotting scopes. Featuring a wide 70° apparent angle of view and a comfortable 20mm...

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Overview

Experience Superior Viewing with Pentax SMC-XW Telescope Eyepiece

The Pentax 70516 SMC-XW 20mm 1.25-Inch Eyepiece delivers unparalleled viewing comfort and exceptional image quality for both telescopes and Pentax spotting scopes. Featuring a wide 70° apparent angle of view and a comfortable 20mm eye relief, this eyepiece provides immersive and relaxed observation experiences.

Constructed with high-refraction, extra-low-dispersion lanthanum glass elements and Pentax's original multi-layer coating, the SMC-XW eyepiece minimizes aberrations and maximizes light transmission, ensuring bright, high-contrast images. Its weatherproof design allows for worry-free use in various outdoor conditions.

Specifications:
  • Brand: Pentax
  • Model: 70516
  • Focal Length: 20mm
  • Apparent Angle of View: 70°
  • Eye Relief: 20mm
  • Barrel Size: 1.25-inch
  • Optical Design: High-refraction, extra-low-dispersion lanthanum glass elements
  • Coatings: Pentax SMC multi-layer coating
  • Weatherproof: JIS Class 4
  • Adapter Thread: 43mm diameter with 0.75mm pitch (when eyecup is removed)

Key Features

Improved 70 degree field of view for easier viewing

XW 7, 10, 14 , 20 will give a wider field of view than our previous eyepieces when used on Pentax Spotting Scopes or with telescopes

XW 14, 20, 30, and 40 are designed specifically provide ideal viewing conditions when used with a telescope

Fully multi-coated lenses increase light transmission and color quality

High-refraction, low-dispersion lanthanum glass elements deliver bright, high-resolution images with minimal aberrations and distortions

Specifications

Eyepiece Model
SMC-XW 20
Barrel Size
1.25-Inch
Field of View
70 degrees
Lens Coating
Fully multi-coated
Glass Elements
High-refraction, low-dispersion lanthanum glass
Compatibility
Pentax Spotting Scopes, Telescopes

Frequently Asked Questions

The Pentax SMC-XW 20 eyepiece offers an improved 70-degree field of view, enhancing your viewing experience.
Yes, this eyepiece is designed to provide a wider field of view when used with Pentax Spotting Scopes, as well as with telescopes.
It features high-refraction, low-dispersion lanthanum glass elements, which contribute to bright, high-resolution images with minimal aberrations.
Yes, the lenses are fully multi-coated to increase light transmission and improve color quality in your observations.
The Pentax SMC-XW 20 eyepiece has a 1.25-inch barrel, suitable for telescopes and spotting scopes that accept this standard size.

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