A world-renowned name in the photography industry, Nikon produced its first set of binoculars in 1918. Today, the Nikon Corporation is a division of Mitsubishi and has a customer-base spanning Asia, Europe and North America.

Nikon manufactures a full line of sports optics including binoculars, microscopes, laser rangefinders, field imaging systems and spotting and rifle scopes. Nikon is currently the only major optical company in the world that still controls and manufactures every aspect of its glass-making business, from the raw silicon stage right through to the final coatings.

Nikon's Sports Optic line includes the following models:

Sporter Series - A compact water-resistant binocular for outdoor observation and spectator sports. $190-$220.

HG DCF WP Series - High-grade binoculars in 8x42 and 10x42 magnifications. The top binocular model in the Nikon product line. $1,430-$1,500+.

Action Extreme EX Series - Waterproof binoculars with an extra-wide angle. $130-$200.

Sprint III Series - A compact binocular small enough to take anywhere. $40-$66.

Night Search Monoculars - For bright, clear images in the dark. $2,000.

Laser Rangefinders - For quick and easy distance measurement using safe, invisible laser reflection. $220-$350.

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