The KITE SP-82 is Belgian Kites' "entry stub" for those who want good optics for the money but are not prepared to blow the 15,000 kroner barrier.
With standard glass in the objective, some chromatic aberration (color bleeding) may occur, especially at higher magnifications and in difficult lighting situations. For the same reason, it is less suitable for shooting through. The tube is well built with a fully rubberized body (polycarbonate in the lens part) that protects well against rough treatment and is relatively light for its size and brightness. Dual focusing knobs are perfectly positioned centrally at the top in front of the prism housing. The wide inner wheel has a higher ratio than the smaller outer wheel. It makes it convenient to find the best sharpness even in tough conditions as the depth of field is minimal. The SP-82 is nitrogen filled for full tightness against water, condensation and dust and is covered by Kite's generous warranty system.
Product information
Size: 460x145x95 mm incl. 25-50x eyepieces
Lens diameter: 82 mm
Field of view: 42-27 m/1000 m corresponding to 2.4-1.55º
Closest focusing distance: 4.7 meters
Weight: 1705 grams incl. 25-50x eyepieces
Waterproof: Yes
Warranty: 30 years