Athlon Midas G2 UHD 12x50 Pro

• UHD glass system: Extra-low-dispersion glass helps control chromatic aberration, so distant animals, terrain edges and fine detail stay cleaner and easier to read at 12x magnification.
• 12x50 long-range format: The combination of higher magnification and a 50 mm objective gives more reach for open-country glassing while still maintaining useful brightness for dawn and dusk observation.
• Magnesium roof-prism body: A magnesium housing keeps the binocular strong without unnecessary bulk, making it better suited to regular field carry than heavier metal designs.
• ESP dielectric and fully multi-coated optics: High-efficiency prism and lens coatings improve brightness, contrast and color fidelity, which matters when picking out detail in shadowed cover or at long distance.
• Argon-purged weatherproof construction: Waterproof, fogproof sealing and argon filling help the binocular stay reliable through rain, temperature swings and cold-morning condensation.

About the Midas G2 Pro Series

The Athlon Midas G2 Pro series sits in the brand’s upper mid-range binocular offering, aimed at users who want more refined optical performance and a lighter chassis than entry-level hunting optics. In this family, Athlon combines a roof-prism Schmidt/Pechan layout with UHD glass, dielectric prism coatings and protective exterior lens coatings to deliver a cleaner, brighter image for hunting, long-range observation and general outdoor use. The series is built around practical field priorities rather than oversized dimensions: compact roof-prism handling, central focusing, weather-sealed construction and eyecups suited to extended glassing sessions.

A defining trait of the line is its focus on image quality in real terrain. Athlon uses ESP dielectric coating to improve light transmission through the prism system, while XPL exterior lens coating adds resistance against dirt, oil and minor surface wear on exposed lenses. The result is a binocular family intended for users who spend long periods behind the glass and need dependable contrast, controlled color fringing and solid low-light usability. Within Athlon’s binocular range, the Midas G2 Pro models are positioned as capable hunting and observation tools for those who want stronger optical refinement without moving into the brand’s most specialized premium lines.

About the Athlon Midas G2 UHD 12x50 Pro

The Athlon Midas G2 UHD 12x50 Pro is configured for users who need more reach than a general-purpose 8x or 10x binocular can provide. Its 12x magnification makes it well suited to scanning open ground, hillsides and distant tree lines where detail recognition matters, while the 50 mm objective lenses help maintain image brightness when light begins to fade. This makes the model a practical fit for long-range hunting observation, tripod-assisted glassing and any situation where distance matters more than the widest possible field of view.

Its optical design is built around UHD glass, which helps reduce color fringing around high-contrast edges and keeps fine detail better defined at longer distances. Athlon’s ESP dielectric coating supports a brighter, more color-accurate image through the roof-prism system, while the fully multi-coated lenses help preserve contrast in mixed light. The 95.00 m/1000m field of view is appropriately controlled for a 12x binocular, giving enough width to track movement while still prioritizing reach.

Mechanically, the binocular balances durability and carry comfort with a magnesium body, central focusing system and right-side diopter adjustment. 15.00 mm eye relief offers workable viewing for many users, and the 3.83 m close focus keeps the binocular versatile outside pure long-range use. Waterproof, fogproof and argon filled, it is built for changing weather, and its tripod adaptability is especially valuable at 12x, where a stable platform helps extract the full benefit of the magnification.

About Athlon

Athlon Optics was founded in 2014 and describes itself as a U.S. sports optics company. The brand focuses on optics for hunting, shooting, and outdoor use, with a catalog that includes riflescopes, binoculars, spotting scopes, rangefinders, red-dot sights, and thermal optics. Within that lineup, Cronus and Midas are established Athlon product families that span both riflescopes and binoculars, showing the company’s emphasis on building recognizable series for different performance levels and applications.

In optical design, Athlon uses technologies relevant to this binocular category, including UHD glass to reduce chromatic fringe and ESP dielectric coating, which the company states reflects over 99% of light through the prism system. Athlon also uses XPL exterior-lens coating across parts of its range to improve resistance against dirt, moisture and surface wear. That combination of practical field features and broad sports-optics coverage has made the brand a familiar name among hunters, shooters and general outdoor users looking for capable optics across several categories.

Main Features

• Series: Athlon Midas G2 Pro
• Made in: China
• Production since: 2024
• Magnification: 12.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 50.00 mm
• Prism type: Roof - Schmidt/Pechan
• Field of view: 95.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 5.40 °
• Eye relief: 15.00 mm
• Close focus: 3.83 m
• Twilight factor: 24.49
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Length: 165.00 mm
• Height: 130.00 mm
• Weight: 907.00 g
• Housing material: Magnesium
• Gas purging: Argon
• Focusing system: Central
• Diopter adjustment: Right eye-piece
• Interpupillary distance: 59.00 mm - 74.00 mm
• Body type: Single hinge
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Tripod adaptable: Yes
• Reticle: ATBR MIL

Warranty

This binocular is covered by a 10-year warranty.