The optics manufacturer ZEISS presented its new products for hunters, sport shooters, nature observers and outdoor fans at the SHOT Show 2018. Here you will find an overview of the latest products with the most important features, technical data and prices.
The Victory RF rangefinder, the Victory Harpia spotting scope and the Conquest V4 riflescope line are some interesting new products from ZEISS that are already reaching the shelves. Here are some of the most interesting features.
ZEISS Victory RF rangefinder
Especially designed for hunters, the Victory RF is a binocular/laser rangefinder with an integrated real-time ballistics computer called BIS II and Bluetooth connectivity.
As explained by Matthias Raff, Product Manager at ZEISS, “The laser rangefinder delivers all relevant data within a second. With a measuring distance up to 2300 metres, the innovative BIS calculate the correct holdover by using environmental sensors for angle, temperature and air-pressure”.
The Bluetooth function also allows to import personal ballistic data from the ZEISS Hunting App to the Victory RF. Ergonomics are another strength thanks to the double-link-bridge, the large focusing wheel with “comfortfocus-concept”. Protected by a robust magnesium housing with nitrogen filling, the usual high-quality ZEISS optics ensure sharp images even in twilight conditions.
Two models are available - the Victory RF 8x42 and 10x42 primarily made for daylight applications and the Victory RF 8x54 and 10x54 suitable for twilight situations. All the Victory RFs are waterproof.
ZEISS Victory RF: technical data
ZEISS Victory RF 8x42 and 10x42
| Model: | 8x42 | 10x42 |
| Magnification: | 8x | 10x |
| Lens diameter (mm): | 42 mm | 42 mm |
| Exit pupil diameter (mm): | 5,3 mm | 4,2 mm |
| Twilight factor: | 18,3 | 20,5 |
| Field of view (1000m/1000yds): | 135 m | 115 m |
| Close-up setting limit (m/ft): | 2.5/8.2 | 2.5/8.2 |
| Length: | 166 mm | 166 mm |
| Weight (g/oz): | 895/31.6 | 915/32.3 |
| Measuring range: | 10 - 2300 m | 10 - 2300 m |
| Measuring precision (m): | 1 m up to 600 m +- 0.5% over 600 m | 1 m up to 600 m +- 0.5% over 600 m |
| Measuring time (sec.): | < 0.3 sec. | < 0.3 sec. |
| Battery: | 1 x 3V Typ CR2 | 1 x 3V Typ CR2 |
| Battery life at +20°C: | > 2500x | > 2500x |
| Price (MSRP): | 2.995,00 € | 3.095,00 € |
ZEISS Victory 8x54 and 10x54
| Model: | 8x54 | 10x54 |
| Magnification: | 8x | 10x |
| Lens diameter (mm): | 54 mm | 54 mm |
| Exit pupil diameter (mm): | 6.8 mm | 5.4 mm |
| Twilight factor: | 20,8 | 23,2 |
| Field of view (1000m/1000yds): | 120 m | 110 m |
| Close-up setting limit (m/ft): | 3.5/11.5 | 3.5/11.5 |
| Length: | 195 mm | 195 mm |
| Weight (g/oz): | 1095/38.6 | 1115/39.3 |
| Measuring range: | 10 - 2300 m | 10 - 2300 m |
| Measuring precision (m): | 1 m up to 600 m +- 0.5% over 600 m | 1 m up to 600 m +- 0.5% over 600 m |
| Measuring time (sec.): | < 0.3 sec. | < 0.3 sec. |
| Battery: | 1 x 3V Typ CR2 | 1 x 3V Typ CR2 |
| Battery life at +20°C: | > 2500x | > 2500x |
| Price (MSRP): | 3.295,00 € | 3.395,00 € |
Video about the new ZEISS Victory Rangefinder system from the Victory RF binocular:
ZEISS Harpia spotting scope
Nature lovers will find a useful instrument in the ZEISS Harpia spotting scopes. Available in two models, the ZEISS Harpia 22-65x85 and the ZEISS Harpia 23-70x95, they are the first spotting scopes in this product category with a 3x wide-angle zoom.
This makes them perfect for identifying birds for detailed observations over a large stretch of terrain. The large wide-angle zoom range – 22x to 65x magnification on the 85 model, and 23x to 70x magnification on the 95 model – also ensures a clear image with excellent color fidelity.
Thanks to a specially crafted eyepiece and the zoom changer behind the focus wheel, optimum comfort over long viewing periods and reliability are ensured. Add to this a fast focusing with dual-speed mechanism that facilitates quick focusing even at high magnification and you'll have a very versatile, easy-to-use spotting scope.
ZEISS Victory Harpia 85 and 95: technical data
| Model: | Victory Harpia 85 | Victory Harpia 95 |
| Focal length (mm): | 162 - 486 mm | 174 - 523 mm |
| Magnification: | 22-65x | 23-70x |
| Focal length: | 7,48 mm | 7,48 mm |
| Lens diameter (mm): | 85 mm | 95 mm |
| Zoom factor: | 3-fach | 3-fach |
| Minimum object distance: | 3.5 m | 4.5 m |
| Exit pupil diameter: | 2.50 - 1.31 mm | 2.50 - 1.34 mm |
| Eyepiece diameter: | 53 mm | 53 mm |
| Height: | 121 mm | 124 mm |
| Width: | 103 mm | 109 mm |
| Lenght: | 384 mm | 408 mm |
| Weight: | 2154 g | 2298 g |
| Price (MSRP): Eyepiece: | 2.900,00 € 595,00 € | 3.400,00 € 595,00 € |
ZEISS Conquest V4 series riflescopes
Last but not least, the new ZEISS Conquest V4 series riflescopes. We already talked about them here: ZEISS Conquest V4, but let's summarise the highlights.
The ZEISS Conquest V4 series riflescopes are based on a 4x zoom ratio with a good balance between the proverbial ZEISS quality and the price.
They are designed for hunters and shooters long-range shooters as well. The Conquest V4 1-4x24 and 3-12x56 models are primarily designed for hunting while the Conquest V4 4-16x44 and 6-24x50 are ideal for precision shooting and mid- to long-range hunting purposes.
For more information please visit ZEISS website.
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