

Kowa Genesis 8x22 Compact Binocular The pocket-sized Kowa Genesis 22 is one of the finest compact binoculars in the World. The XD lenses provide a stunningly crisp, bright image and their diminutive size means you need never leave them at home.
They are fully waterproof and filled with nitrogen gas to prevent internal fogging. The field of view is very wide for a compact binocular (6 degrees) and they close-focus down to an amazing 1.5m. The dual-hinge mechanism means that they’re small enough to fit into your pocket and they are very light-weight (325g). They are provided with excellent quality accessories - lens caps, a carry case and a thick, padded neck strap. If you want one of the best compact binoculars that money can buy, with absolutely zero compromise, then the Kowa Genesis 22 is the binocular for you
The Genesis Series incorporates Kowa's “PROMINAR” lenses. To attain the highest pinnacle of binocular performance, a total of 4 XD lenses (2 sets of 2 lenses) are utilized in the objective end of the binoculars.
This significantly reduces chromatic aberration and provides high contrast in the field of view.
Kowa's roof prism binoculars use a Schmidt-Pechan prism. One surface of the Pechan prism does not provide total reflection, so a highly reflective C3 coating has been applied. This allows for higher reflectivity than with silver or optically enhanced aluminum which offers a 99% or higher reflectance across the entire visible spectrum (400-700nm). This not only provides bright and sharp images but also accurate color reproduction.
Kowa's KR coating protects the lenses from dirt and other foreign residue that may affix to the lenses during normal use. Even in cases where the lens is accidentally touched, fingerprints or oil can easily be removed through proper lens cleaning methods.
The housing is waterproof and filled with nitrogen gas which prevents internal fogging.
**Not intended for underwater use.
Model | Magnification |
Objective Lens Effective Diameter | Real Field of View | Exit Pupil | Relative Brightness | Eye relief | Field of view at 1000m | Minimum Focusing Distance | Interpupillary Distance | Dimensions (Length×Width ×Height) | Weight |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
GENESIS 44 |
8.5× |
44mm |
7.0° |
5.2mm |
27.0 |
18.5mm |
122m |
1.7m |
59 - 72mm |
165×138×64mm |
940g |
GENESIS 44 |
10.5× |
44mm |
6.2° |
4.2mm |
17.6 |
16.0mm |
108m |
1.7m |
59 - 72mm |
165×138×64mm |
960g |
GENESIS 33 |
8× |
33mm |
8.0° |
4.1mm |
16.8 |
15.0mm |
140m |
1.5m |
56 - 73mm |
133×126×51mm |
590g |
GENESIS 33 |
10× |
33mm |
6.8° |
3.3mm |
10.9 |
15.0mm |
119m |
1.5m |
56 - 73mm |
133×126×51mm |
590g |
GENESIS 22 PROMINAR 8×22 |
8× |
22mm |
7.5° |
2.75mm |
7.6 |
15.0mm |
131m |
1.5m |
35~72mm |
105×112×43mm |
315g |
GENESIS 22 PROMINAR 10×22 |
10× |
22mm |
6.0° |
2.2mm |
4.8 |
15.0mm |
105m |
1.5m |
35~72mm |
106×112×43mm |
325g |
Kowa Genesis 8x22 Compact Binocular The pocket-sized Kowa Genesis 22 is one of the finest compact binoculars in the World. The XD lenses provide a stunningly crisp, bright image and their diminutive size means you need never leave them at home.