Viking Kestrel ED 8x25 Binoculars. Incredible compact optics providing crisp, clear and bright images with enhanced light transmission, the Viking Kestrel Compact Binoculars stand head and shoulders above the competition in this price range. With extra low dispersion glass (ED) dielectric and phase coated prisms, these compacts offer excellent performance in a pocket friendly package. Ideal for travelling and walking when weight and size is important. Supplied with soft case, strap, objective lens covers and rainguard.. Extra low dispersion glass (ED). Made from the same high-quality materials as the full-size Kestrel only smaller, these pocket sized binoculars retain excellent image quality and close focus for outstanding performance. Suitable in different weather thanks to being fully waterproof, these compacts feature high quality ED glass resulting in amazing image clarity.. Lightweight and portable. Featuring a dual hinge design means that the Kestrel compacts can be folded down a