Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 Gyro-Stabilised Binoculars

STABISCOPE S1640: gyro-stabilised binoculars with 16× magnification.

The Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 is a gyro-stabilised binocular from FUJIFILM, sold under the Fujinon brand, which FUJIFILM positions for steady viewing on moving vehicles, helicopters and boats, combining 16× magnification, 40 mm objective lenses and stabilisation that FUJIFILM states absorbs vibration up to ±5°.

Key Facts:

• Forstørrelse: 16×
• Objective diameter: 40 mm
• Synsfelt: 3.4°
• Gå ud af pupillen: 2.5 mm
• Stabilisation: absorbs vibration up to ±5° (FUJIFILM)
• Øjenafstand: 12 mm
• Kraft: AA×4 or 2CR5×1
• Water resistance: 2 m for 5 minutes; FUJIFILM notes this does not mean it can be used in water

Optics:

The Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 combines 16× magnification with 40 mm objective lenses, a 3.4° field of view and a 2.5 mm exit pupil. FUJIFILM states that all lenses and prisms have a high-quality EBC multi-coating. The Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 has 12 mm eye relief, a minimum focus distance of 51.2 m, individual focus (IF) with a dioptric range of ±5 m⁻¹ and an interpupillary adjustment of 59–71 mm.

Stabilisation and power:

FUJIFILM states that the gyro effect created by the flywheel absorbs vibration up to ±5°, such as that of moving vehicles, helicopters and boats. The Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 runs on AA×4 or 2CR5×1 batteries; the FUJIFILM manual gives about 2 hours of continuous use with alkaline AA batteries and approximately 5 hours with a lithium battery. FUJIFILM states that it can be used upside down, so it can be held in either hand.

Konstruktion:

FUJIFILM states that the airtight waterproof structure of the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 is filled with dry nitrogen gas to prevent fogging inside. FUJIFILM lists a water resistance of 2 m for 5 minutes, noting that this does not mean it can be used in water, and describes the binocular as strong and corrosion resistant for use from −20 °C to +50 °C.

What is included:

FUJIFILM lists a neck strap, a wristband and 4 AA batteries among the bundled items for the STABISCOPE series. FUJIFILM’s pages differ on further items, so MSS Defence confirms the full delivery scope of the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 in the quotation.

Manufacturer and supply:

The Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 is part of the FUJIFILM STABISCOPE series together with the S1240; FUJIFILM lists the day/night version S1240-D/N in its DAY/NIGHT series. FUJIFILM’s binocular range also includes the HYPER-CLARITY, TECHNO-STABI, FMT, MT, Mariner and LB150 series. MSS Defence is the Dutch supplier for this product: it works on quotation and gives customers one point of contact for advice, ordering and after-sales questions.

Intended use:

FUJIFILM positions the STABISCOPE series for steady viewing under vibration, citing moving vehicles, helicopters and boats, and lists marine and government use on its US consumer page. The FUJIFILM manual describes the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 for long range observation, identification, tracking and surveillance on land, at sea and in the air.

Ofte stillede spørgsmål.

1. What is the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 and who is it for?
   The Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 is a 16× gyro-stabilised binocular with 40 mm objective lenses from the FUJIFILM STABISCOPE series. FUJIFILM positions the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 for steady viewing on moving vehicles, helicopters and boats, and lists marine and government use on its US consumer page.
2. How does the stabilisation of the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 work?
   FUJIFILM states that the gyro effect created by a flywheel in the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 absorbs vibration up to ±5°. On its US consumer page FUJIFILM describes this as ±5° of vertical and horizontal stabilisation for the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640.
3. Which optics does the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 have?
   The Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 has 16× magnification, 40 mm objective lenses, a 3.4° field of view and a 2.5 mm exit pupil. FUJIFILM lists an eye relief of 12 mm and a minimum focus distance of 51.2 m for the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640.
4. How is the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 powered and how water resistant is it?
   The Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 runs on AA×4 or 2CR5×1 batteries; the FUJIFILM manual gives about 2 hours of continuous use with alkaline AA batteries and approximately 5 hours with a lithium battery. FUJIFILM lists a water resistance of 2 m for 5 minutes for the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 and states that its airtight body is filled with dry nitrogen gas.
5. What is the difference between the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 and the S1240?
   FUJIFILM lists 40 mm objective lenses for both the Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 and the S1240. The Fujinon STABISCOPE S1640 magnifies 16× with a 3.4° field of view and 12 mm eye relief, while FUJIFILM lists 12×, 4.7° and 17 mm for the S1240.