Canon 10x42L IS WP

• Optical Image Stabilization: Canon’s Vari-Angle Prism system reduces visible hand shake, making a 10x view easier to hold steady for birding, marine observation, travel and long sessions of glassing without a tripod.
• L-series 42 mm optics: The large objective lenses and Canon’s L-series optical design help deliver a bright, high-contrast image with better control of color fringing, which is especially useful in difficult light and against high-contrast backgrounds.
• Waterproof all-weather construction: The IPX-4-rated body, nitrogen filling and fogproof build support reliable use in rain, spray and changing temperatures, so the binocular remains practical for outdoor field use.
• Wide field with comfortable eye relief: A 114.00 m/1000m field of view and 16.00 mm eye relief make it easier to follow moving subjects while still giving eyeglass wearers a more usable viewing position.
• Close focus and central focusing: With a 2.50 m close focus distance and a central focusing system, the binocular adapts well from nearby detail to distant subjects, which suits wildlife observation as well as general-purpose outdoor viewing.

About the Canon Stabilized Binoculars Series

Canon Stabilized Binoculars are built around the idea that a steadier image reveals more detail than magnification alone. Canon reentered the binocular market in 1995 with the 12 x 36 IS, introducing a Vari-Angle Prism system designed to compensate for hand shake and make handheld observation more effective. That approach still defines the series today.

The range covers compact, medium-range and high-magnification designs, giving the series a broader role than conventional binocular lines. Depending on the model, the family serves birdwatching, wildlife viewing, concerts, sports, travel and astronomy, with some versions prioritizing portability and others adding all-weather or waterproof construction for more demanding outdoor use. Across the lineup, the distinguishing feature is Canon’s stabilization technology, which helps users hold detail on target for longer and reduces the fatigue that often comes with prolonged handheld viewing. In practice, the series sits apart from standard binoculars by combining familiar optical formats with an electronic stabilization system that is especially useful when fine detail matters.

About the Canon 10x42L IS WP

The Canon 10x42L IS WP is the all-weather model in Canon’s stabilized binocular range, pairing a practical 10x magnification with a full-size 42.00 mm objective and a waterproof housing. That combination makes it well suited to birding, coastal observation, travel, wildlife watching and other outdoor use where a conventional 10x binocular often shows too much hand movement to fully exploit its resolving power.

Its defining advantage is the combination of Vari-Angle Prism image stabilization and a +/- 0.8° correction angle. In real use, that means the image settles quickly, fine detail is easier to study, and prolonged handheld viewing is less tiring than with a non-stabilized binocular of similar power. The 10x format gives more reach than an 8x binocular while still remaining versatile for general observation, and the 114.00 m/1000m field of view keeps the image open enough for scanning and following moving subjects.

Optically, the 4.20 mm exit pupil supports a bright, comfortable view in mixed light, while the fully multicoated lenses help maintain contrast and reduce distracting reflections. The Porro prism layout contributes to a spacious image impression, and the 16.00 mm eye relief is helpful for users who observe with glasses. A 2.50 m close focus adds flexibility for nearby subjects, and the central focusing system keeps operation simple and fast. With nitrogen filling, fogproof construction and an IPX-4 waterproof rating, this binocular is built for regular outdoor use rather than occasional fair-weather viewing.

About Canon

Canon Inc. was founded on August 10, 1937, in Japan, after beginning as the Precision Optical Instruments Laboratory established in Roppongi, Tokyo, in 1933. The company is headquartered in Ota-ku, Tokyo and has long worked across multiple optical categories, including cameras, interchangeable lenses, binoculars and broadcast television lenses.

In binoculars, Canon is especially known for applying its optical and electronic expertise to Image Stabilizer technology, including the Vari-Angle Prism system used in its stabilized models. Canon returned to the binocular market in 1995 after a 34-year hiatus, and its modern binocular range remains closely associated with handheld image stabilization rather than conventional mechanical designs alone. That background makes Canon particularly relevant in stabilized binoculars, where optical quality and electronic correction need to work together in a practical field instrument.

Main Features

• Product type: Stabilized binoculars
• Magnification: 10.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 42.00 mm
• Prism type: Porro
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Field of view: 114.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 6.53 °
• Apparent field of view: 59.20 °
• Exit pupil: 4.20 mm
• Eye relief: 16.00 mm
• Close focus: 2.50 m
• Diopter range: -3 / +3 Dpt
• Focusing system: Central
• Diopter setting position: Left eye-piece
• Image stabilizer: Yes
• Stabilization angle: +/- 0.8°
• Battery: AA / LR06
• Battery quantity: Pack of 2
• Nitrogen filled: Yes
• Waterproof: IPX-4
• Fogproof: Yes
• Working temperature range: -10 ° / + 45° C
• Length: 175.00 mm
• Width: 137.00 mm
• Height: 85.00 mm
• Weight: 1110.00 g
• Body type: Fixed
• Color: Black

Warranty

Canon 10x42L IS WP is covered by a 3-year warranty against defects in materials or workmanship from the date of original purchase.