Levenhuk Sherman PRO 12x50

• 12x magnification with 50 mm objectives: brings distant subjects closer while the large front lenses gather enough light for confident observation in open country, coastal settings, and late-day conditions.
• Porro prism optical system: delivers a naturally deep image with strong contrast and a spacious stereoscopic view, which helps when judging terrain, movement, and subject separation.
• Fully multi-coated optics: improves light transmission and reduces distracting reflections, giving a brighter, cleaner image with better contrast in variable daylight.
• 18 mm eye relief and diopter adjustment: makes the binocular easier to set up for individual eyesight and more comfortable for longer sessions, including use with glasses.
• Nitrogen-filled waterproof housing: helps the binocular stay clear in cold, damp, and changeable weather by resisting internal fogging and protecting the optics in field use.

About the Levenhuk Sherman Pro Series

The Levenhuk Sherman Pro series sits at the top of the Sherman range and is built for users who need a traditional Porro prism binocular with a more rugged, field-oriented design. Introduced in fall 2014, the series was developed for both professional and amateur use in demanding outdoor conditions, with configurations ranging from compact 6.5x32 models to higher-power versions such as 12x50.

A defining feature of the series is its combination of BaK-4 Porro prisms, fully multi-coated lenses, and five-element eyepieces designed to produce a flatter image across the field of view. That optical layout gives Sherman Pro binoculars a clear practical identity: they are meant to provide solid brightness, good contrast, and a stable, easy-to-read image for observation at distance. Across the range, Levenhuk pairs that optical design with rubberized, nitrogen-filled bodies intended for all-weather use. The result is a binocular family aimed at hunting optics, field observation, travel, and general outdoor work where dependable handling and weather resistance matter as much as magnification.

About the Levenhuk Sherman PRO 12x50

The Levenhuk Sherman PRO 12x50 is the longest-reaching standard binocular in the original Sherman Pro family, combining 12x magnification with 50 mm objective lenses for users who spend more time observing distant subjects than scanning wide areas. This format suits open landscapes, shoreline observation, wildlife viewing, and other situations where extra reach helps reveal detail that lower-power binoculars may miss. The 50 mm aperture supports that higher magnification by maintaining useful image brightness, especially in overcast light and during the later parts of the day.

Its Porro prism design contributes to strong depth perception and a classic, full-bodied image, while the fully multi-coated optics help preserve contrast and reduce glare. With a field of view of 98.18 m/1000m, the binocular remains manageable for tracking slower-moving subjects at distance, and the 4.17 mm exit pupil gives a balanced compromise between detail and brightness. The 18.00 mm eye relief is especially useful for eyeglass wearers, and the -6 / +6 diopter adjustment allows fine tuning to the user’s eyesight.

For field handling, the binocular uses a central focusing system for quick adjustment and a single-hinge body that keeps the classic Porro shape easy to grip. The nitrogen-filled, waterproof and fogproof construction is designed for wet or changeable weather, helping the optics stay clear when temperature shifts would otherwise cause internal condensation. At 980.00 g, it is substantial enough to feel stable in the hands, which is an advantage when using 12x magnification for extended observation.

About Levenhuk

Levenhuk began operations in 2002 and initially focused on markets outside the United States. The company describes itself as an American manufacturer of optical instruments with headquarters in Tampa, Florida, and says its manufacturing facilities are in China. Its catalog covers a broad spread of observation equipment, including binoculars, spotting scopes, telescopes, monoculars, and microscopes.

Within sport optics, Levenhuk has developed several binocular families, including Atom, Karma, Sherman, and Vegas, each aimed at different needs and budgets. The brand also extends into more specialized categories, with products such as Fatum thermal scopes and Halo and Atom Digital night-vision devices. That breadth is relevant here because it shows Levenhuk’s focus on practical optical tools across both daytime and low-light observation, from general outdoor binoculars to more technical imaging devices.

Main Features

• Product type: Binoculars
• Series: Levenhuk Sherman Pro
• Prism type: Porro
• Magnification: 12.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 50.00 mm
• Field of view: 98.18 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 5.61 °
• Exit pupil: 4.17 mm
• Eye relief: 18.00 mm
• Close focus: 7.00 m
• Diopter adjustment: -6 / +6
• Focusing system: Central
• Diopter setting position: Right eye-piece
• Interpupillary distance: 60.00 mm - 70.00 mm
• Lens coatings: Fully Multicoated
• Filled with: Nitrogen
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Working temperature range: -15 °C / +40 °C
• Dimensions: 198.00 mm x 175.00 mm x 64.00 mm
• Weight: 980.00 g
• Body type: Single hinge
• Color: Green

Warranty

2 years. Levenhuk states a two-year warranty for this binocular, covering the product for the specified period from the manufacturer.

In the Box

• Levenhuk Sherman PRO 12x50 binoculars
• Eyepiece and objective lens caps
• Strap
• Cleaning wipe
• Pouch
• User guide