Canon 12x36 IS III

• 12x magnification with image stabilization: The combination of 12x power and Canon’s stabilizing system makes distant subjects easier to study without the constant shake that normally comes with higher magnification handheld binoculars.
• Vari-Angle Prism stabilization: Canon’s optical stabilizer compensates for hand movement by up to +/- 0.8°, helping keep the image steadier for birding, sports, travel and extended observation without a tripod.
• 36 mm fully multicoated optics: The 36.00 mm objectives and Fully Multicoated lenses support a bright, clear image with good contrast, which is especially useful when viewing in mixed light or over longer sessions.
• Porro prism design: The Porro prism layout helps deliver a spacious, natural image and strong depth perception, making it easier to separate subjects from the background.
• Waterproof and nitrogen-filled housing: A waterproof, fogproof body filled with nitrogen is better suited to field use in changing weather, helping the binocular stay dependable outdoors.

About the Canon Stabilized Binoculars Series

Canon Stabilized Binoculars are built around the idea that higher magnification becomes far more useful when the image is kept steady in the hand. The series returned Canon to the binocular market in 1995, and from the beginning it stood apart by using Vari-Angle Prism image stabilization to reduce visible hand shake. That approach makes these binoculars especially practical for users who want more reach than conventional handheld models usually allow.

Across the range, Canon positions the series for activities such as birdwatching, wildlife viewing, concerts, sports, travel and astronomy. The lineup includes compact models, medium-range designs and higher-magnification versions, with some variants offering all-weather or waterproof construction. What ties the family together is a focus on combining recognizable Canon optical know-how with stabilization technology that improves real-world viewing comfort. Instead of relying on bulk alone, the series is designed to give users a steadier image, clearer subject detail and more confidence when observing at distance for longer periods.

About the Canon 12x36 IS III

The Canon 12x36 IS III is a stabilized binocular aimed at users who need more reach than an 8x or 10x model, but still want a format that remains practical to carry. Its 12.00 x magnification is well suited to birding, wildlife observation, spectator sports and travel, where the extra power helps reveal plumage detail, distant movement or fine features that lower magnification can miss. In a conventional handheld binocular, that level of magnification would also make shake more obvious, which is why the built-in image stabilizer is such an important part of this model’s character.

Canon pairs the magnification with 36.00 mm objective lenses, a 5.00 ° real field of view and Fully Multicoated optics. In practice, this gives the binocular a useful balance between reach, image brightness and manageable size. The Porro prism system contributes to a natural sense of depth, while the 14.50 mm eye relief helps maintain viewing comfort, including for many eyeglass wearers. A 3.00 mm exit pupil keeps the instrument compact while still supporting clear daytime and general outdoor use.

Handling is straightforward, with a central focusing system for quick adjustment and a left eye-piece diopter setting to fine-tune the view to the user’s eyesight. The waterproof, fogproof and nitrogen-filled construction adds reassurance in damp or changeable conditions, while the 660.00 g weight keeps the binocular portable enough for regular field carry. Overall, this model is defined by the way stabilization makes 12x observation more usable in real handheld conditions.

About Canon

Canon Inc. was founded on August 10, 1937, in Japan, and its roots go back to 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. That broad optical background is directly relevant to products such as stabilized binoculars, where lens design, mechanical precision and image control all matter.

In the binocular segment, Canon is particularly known for applying optical Image Stabilizer technology, including Vari-Angle Prism stabilization, to handheld observation. Canon returned to the binocular market in 1995 after a 34-year hiatus, bringing this stabilization concept into a category where it offered a clear practical advantage. The company later became Canon Camera Co., Inc. in 1947 and adopted the name Canon Inc. in 1969, reflecting the broader scope of its imaging and optical business.

Main Features

• Product type: Stabilized binoculars
• Magnification: 12.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 36.00 mm
• Prism type: Porro
• Field of view: 87.50 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 5.00 °
• Apparent field of view: 55.30 °
• Exit pupil: 3.00 mm
• Eye relief: 14.50 mm
• Close focus: 6.00 m
• Diopter range: -3 / +3 Dpt
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Focusing system: Central
• Diopter setting position: Left eye-piece
• Image stabilizer: Yes
• Stabilization angle: +/- 0.8°
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Filled with: Nitrogen
• Battery size: AA / LR06
• Battery pack size: Pack of 2
• Length: 174.00 mm
• Width: 127.00 mm
• Height: 70.00 mm
• Weight: 660.00 g
• Working temperature range: -10 ° / + 45° C
• Body type: Fixed
• Colour: Green

Warranty

Canon provides a 1 year warranty for this binocular. This gives defined coverage for manufacturing defects during the stated warranty period.

In the Box

• 12x36 IS III Binoculars
• Eyepiece cap
• Neck strap
• Case
• Alkaline battery (LR6)
• Instruction book
• Warranty card