This monocular MZ 5-15×17 has few special characteristics and the brand ‘Luger’ is sure had not missed out on the keenness and technology backup along with the innovation. This established brand shows its familiarity in 30 countries spread across different continents. Among the other optical products the monocular does support in maintaining the brand spirit and is been well accepted in the consumer market.
Model Overview:
Luger MZ 5-15×17 Monocular serves to be distinguished from he most common devices as it is been equipped with the zooming function. It stands to be competitive with even the mid-range binoculars and for those who which to have their magnifying tool compact as ever would find this model a boon. Serving to give an ample viewing range this model can be used to view very far off and even very close by objects which it the basic highlight.
Design Overview:
The single eye vision and so is the single hand usage makes this model a welcoming one. It has an attire of grey colour and the length of the same is 97mm while the diameter is 38mm. This makes Luger MZ 5-15×17 Zoom Monocular compact in structure and the weight of mere 97 grams allows to be called a light weighted device too. Since the absence of rubber armouring and nitrogen filling it does not have waterproofing.

Magnification:
This model with the zoom magnification accounts the viewing ability of 5x which can be extended up to 15x. This makes it a device that functions as smart as the mid range binocular. The zoom of 15x is good for the general outdoor observation and can go to the extent of birding and mountaineering. Based on the application the zoom levels can be fixed and on which the exit pupil size varies.
Aperture and Exit pupil:
The objective lens measures 17mm which is known as the aperture and the exit pupil which is present in the centre of the lens measures 3.4mm – 1.13mm based on the set magnification. Both of these are better off for making the image brighter and the higher it is the better will be the clarity and brightness of the viewing object. Basically the function to absorb more light into the device so as to make viewing brighter.
Focusing Details:
This model focuses with the adjustment present in the centre of the length of the device, it give the near focus as close as 30cm which is great for observing the plants, flowers and the insects around. This is relatively a close focus for such magnification and hence the user benefits on both the ends. The twilight factor accounts to be 9.2-15.7 based on the set magnification. The field of view at the distance of 1000m is 96m which is comparatively good and acceptable.
Miscellaneous:
Luger MZ 5-15×17 Compact Monocular does not show compatibility to tripod due to the absence of the tripod fitting. It is neither water proof nor fog proof. The highlights of this model are small and compact structure, good for very far and very near objects, zoom magnification and light weight design. Further, this model is been supplied with the holding strap and a carry bag for the convenience of usage.
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Luger MZ 5-15×17 Monocular – Technical Specification Table
| Manufacturer | Luger |
| Model Name | MZ 5-15×17 Monocular |
| Product Code | 104-515×17-3 |
| Dimensions | 97×38 mm |
| Magnification | 17x |
| Construction | Compact |
| Aperture | 17 mm |
| Finish | Grey |
| Features | Small and compact Good for very far and very near objects Zoom magnification Light weight design |
| Exit pupil | 3.4 – 1.13 mm |
| Weight | 97 grams |
| Close focus | 0.3m |
| Twilight factor | 9.2 – 15.7 |
| Application | Travel, nature observation, plants and insects |
| Tripod fitting | No |
| Waterproof | No |
| Included in the package | Carrying strap, pouch |









