Leica Trinovid HD 8x42 vs Canon 12x36 IS III
Quick take: The Canon 12x36 IS III reaches farther (12x vs 8x); the Leica Trinovid HD 8x42 has a wider field of view (389 vs 273 ft @ 1000 yds); the Leica Trinovid HD 8x42 gathers more light with a larger 42mm objective.
| Spec | Leica Trinovid HD 8x42 | Canon 12x36 IS III |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $1,100 | $1,100 |
| Rating | 4.7★ (400) | 4.7★ (400) |
| Use case | General Purpose | General Purpose |
| Magnification | 8x | 12x |
| Objective | 42mm | 36mm |
| Exit pupil | 5.25mm | 3.0mm |
| Field of view | 389 ft @ 1000 yds | 273 ft @ 1000 yds |
| Eye relief | 16mm | 14.5mm |
| Close focus | 5.9 ft | 20 ft |
| Prism | Roof | Porro |
| Glass | HD | Standard |
| Coating | Fully Multi-Coated | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Weight | 24.7 oz | 23.3 oz |
| Dimensions | 5.6 x 4.7 in | 5.1 x 6.0 in |
| Warranty | 10 Years | 1 Year |
Feature comparison
Leica Trinovid HD 8x42
- ✓ED Glass
- ✓Phase-Corrected
- ✗Dielectric Coating
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Fogproof
- ✗Image Stabilized
- ✓Tripod Adaptable
- ✗Magnesium Body
- ✓Locking Diopter
Canon 12x36 IS III
- ✗ED Glass
- ✗Phase-Corrected
- ✗Dielectric Coating
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Fogproof
- ✓Image Stabilized
- ✗Tripod Adaptable
- ✗Magnesium Body
- ✗Locking Diopter