Leica Noctivid was launched in spring 2017 as the old reliable Leicas latest Flagship. If you’ve never watched through a Noctivid – we really recommend you to do so, as every detail of the model really deserves the “Die Rote Punkt” - stamp.
In this entirely new version, the German engineers have given the model an open bridge-design with HD-lenses delivering the superb amount of 92 % light transmission.
The tubes are linked together with two hinges, where the top-hinge holds the centered focusing wheel. The old DualDrive-concept with double focusing wheels is, with that said, gone for this time. The eyecups have been updated as well, now with five different click-stops over the probably widest lenses that the market has to offer!
The field of view and close-focus holds world class. The Noctivid is nitrogen filled, and with quality coatings such as AquaDura that effectively repels dirt and water from the outer lenses. One of the few cons about the construction is the weight, that is relatively high in comparison to its opponents. However, if you wish the best of Leica, you won’t ever be disappointed with the brightness, the grip and the impeccable, crisp-sharp world class optics that this unit has to offer - for birders, hunters, or nature-enthusiasts alike.
Size: 165x124 mm
Weight: 895 g
Field Of View: 135/1000 m
Eye-relief: 19 mm
Close focus: 1.8 m
Magnification: 8x
Aperture: 42 mm
Dioptre-System: Yes
Waterproof: Yes, 5 meters down
Warranty: 10 years