DD Optics Kolibri 10x25 Gen 3

• Compact 10x25 format: The small body and 282.00 g weight make this pocket binocular easy to carry all day, while 10x magnification gives extra reach for distant birds, wildlife and landscape detail.
• Schmidt/Pechan roof prisms: This prism design keeps the binocular slim and travel-friendly, yet still delivers the straight-barrel shape and efficient light path expected from modern compact binoculars.
• 17.00 mm eye relief: The generous eye relief helps eyeglass wearers see the full image more comfortably and also makes longer observation sessions less tiring.
• Nitrogen-filled waterproof construction: Waterproof and fogproof sealing supports reliable use in rain, damp woodland and changing temperatures, where internal fogging can otherwise interrupt observation.
• Central focusing with right-eye diopter: Fast central focus makes it easier to track changing distances, while the diopter adjustment helps fine-tune the view to the user’s eyesight for a sharper image.

About the DD Optics Kolibri Series

DD Optics Kolibri is the manufacturer’s compact travel and birding binocular family, built for users who want a lighter alternative to full-size field glasses without giving up practical outdoor durability. The current line includes six models with 25 mm, 33 mm, or 42 mm objectives and either 8× or 10× magnification, giving the series a clear spread from highly portable hiking binoculars to brighter all-round field models.

Across the range, the Kolibri concept focuses on a compact roof-prism layout with Schmidt-Pechan prisms, HDX-FMC lens coatings, and a polycarbonate housing that keeps weight under control for travel, birdwatching and general wildlife observation. DD Optics also equips the series with metal eyecups, internal focusing, nitrogen filling and waterproof construction, so the binoculars remain practical in changing weather rather than being limited to fair-weather use. The outer lenses use RNP coating, which is intended to help repel water on exposed glass surfaces. In the manufacturer’s 2022 catalog, the Kolibri line is identified as Generation 3, marking the current version of this compact binocular series.

About the DD Optics Kolibri 10x25 Gen 3

DD Optics Kolibri 10x25 Gen 3 is the most distance-oriented pocket binocular in the smallest Kolibri format. Its 10.00 x magnification gives more reach than an 8x compact, which makes it a sensible choice for scanning open ground, following birds at longer range, or carrying a binocular on trips where size matters as much as optical capability. With dimensions of 112.00 mm x 117.00 mm x 38.00 mm, it fits easily into a daypack or larger jacket pocket, so it suits travel, hiking and general outdoor observation where a full-size binocular would be left behind more often.

The optical layout combines a 25.00 mm objective with Roof - Schmidt/Pechan prisms and multicoated lenses. In practice, this keeps the binocular slim while supporting a clear, contrast-rich image in daylight use. The 95.00 m/1000m field of view is balanced for a 10x compact, giving enough width for general observation while still prioritizing reach. A 17.00 mm eye relief is especially useful for eyeglass wearers, and the 2.50 mm exit pupil helps maintain a comfortable view in good light when the priority is portability rather than maximum low-light brightness.

Mechanically, the binocular is built around a polycarbonate housing with a single-hinge body, central focusing and right-eyepiece diopter adjustment. That combination keeps handling straightforward and weight low at 282.00 g. Nitrogen filling, waterproofing and fogproof construction add practical field resilience, while the close focus of 5.00 m allows the Kolibri 10x25 Gen 3 to move from distant subjects to nearby details without needing a larger, heavier binocular.

About DD Optics

DD Optics is a German family-owned optics company headquartered in Chemnitz, Germany. The company says its optical-instrument business was founded in 2007 in Dresden, and it moved its headquarters to Chemnitz in 2012. DD Optics focuses on sporting and outdoor observation equipment for hunting, nature observation, birdwatching, and outdoor use, with a product range that includes binoculars, spotting scopes, rifle scopes and night-vision devices.

Within this field, the brand is known for combining practical field features with model ranges that cover both compact travel optics and more specialized hunting optics. DD Optics states that its binoculars and rifle scopes are mainly developed in Germany and mainly produced in Japan. In its binocular range, the company also uses technologies such as EDX binocular construction, Schmidt-Pechan prisms and DDlucid coatings, showing a clear emphasis on optical performance and durable mechanical design for regular outdoor use.

Main Features

• Series: DD Optics Kolibri
• Magnification: 10.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 25.00 mm
• Prism type: Roof - Schmidt/Pechan
• Field of view: 95.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (degrees): 5.40 °
• Exit pupil: 2.50 mm
• Eye relief: 17.00 mm
• Close focus: 5.00 m
• Diopter range: +3 / -3
• Focusing system: Central
• Diopter setting position: Right eye-piece
• Lens coating: Multicoated
• Housing material: Polycarbonate
• Filled with: Nitrogen
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Body type: Single hinge
• Min. interpupillary distance: 55.00 mm
• Max. interpupillary distance: 72.00 mm
• Length: 112.00 mm
• Width: 117.00 mm
• Height: 38.00 mm
• Weight: 282.00 g

Warranty

30 years. DD Optics states a 30-year warranty for this binocular, giving long-term support that matches its role as a durable field optic for regular travel and outdoor use.

In the Box

• Binocular case
• Carrying strap
• Protective caps for lens and eyepiece