MM4 77 GA VHD/45 Fieldscope

    MM4 77 VHD Fieldscopes are the latest evolution of the MM4 concept pioneered and developed by us to meet demand for high performance lightweight space saving equipment.

    Designed & manufactured in Japan, the latest VHD optical system incorporates an FCD 100 glass objective lens element with refractive properties similar to Fluorite crystal. The result is reduced CA and improved color saturation over standard ED helping the models deliver a new benchmark for resolution and color contrast.

    What makes the MM4 77 exceptional is the size and weight of the package. The fully rubber armored 77 GA VHD/45 is just 320mm/12.6” long and weighs 1259g/44.4oz. These figures read like a 65mm which is unable to deliver the optical performance of this 80mm class device.

    Compatible with SDL, HDF, HR and MM3 eyepieces, existing owners can use their eyepieces with MM4 77 Fieldscopes.

    Features
    • 77mm VHD APO lens design
    • Fully multi-coated optical system
    • Lightweight polycarbonate and alloy body
    • Fully protected in soft touch textured rubber armor
    • Nitrogen waterproof
    • Wide wheel focuser with accurate 9:1 ratio dual focus system
    • Retractable lens hood
    • Integrated objective lens cover
    • Large footprint +/- 90° rotating tripod sleeve

    Eyepieces
    Recommended eyepieces for general observation include;
    41280 SDLv4 18-54x
    41145 HR3 20-60x  
    Click here for more information about Opticron eyepieces

    Supplied Accessories

    MM4 77 GA VHD Fieldscopes are supplied in body only format with integrated objective lens cover

    Warranty

    Premier Plus Limited Lifetime

    Product Code

    41283

    Price $999.00

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    Specifications

    • Specifications
      • Color
        Black
      • Body Type
        45 deg angled
      • Size
        77
      • Lens Dia. (mm)
        77
      • Lens Dia. (inch)
        3
      • Close Focus (m)
        5.5
      • Close Focus (f)
        18
      • Eye Relief (mm)
        N/A
      • Eye Relief (inch)
        N/A
      • Waterproof
        Yes
      • Prism Type
        Porro
      • Tripod Sleeve & Mount
        Rotating Sleeve
      • Length (mm)
        320
      • Width (mm)
        107
      • Depth (mm)
        95
      • Dimensions LxWxD (mm)
        320x107x95
      • Dimensions LxWxD (inches)
        12.6x4.2x3.7
      • Weight (g)
        1259
      • Weight (oz)
        44.4
      • Weight (lb)
        2.8
    • Technical
      • Body Material
        Aluminum Alloy, Polycarbonate, Magnesium
      • Armor Type
        Full
      • Armor Material
        NBR
      • Nitrogen Gas Filled
        Yes
      • Retractable Lens Hood
        Yes
      • Focusing Speed
        Dual
      • EPTA Internal (mm)
        29x0.75
      • EPTA Small External (mm)
        35x1.1
      • EPTA Large External (mm)
        41.5x1.1
      • Prism Coating
        Fully multi-coated
      • Lens Coating
        Fully multi-coated
      • Connection Type
        1/4"
      • Serial Number Location
        Bottom face of tripod sleeve
      • Country of Origin
        Japan
    • Accessories
      • 41232 Waterproof Stay-on-Case Black for MM3 80 & MM4 77 /45 (02B)

        $99.00

        More Info
      • 41234 Waterproof Stay-on-Case Green for MM3 80 & MM4 77 /45 (02G)

        $125.00

        More Info
      • Pro Series Lens Cleaning Cloth 20x20cm in pouch

        $6.50

        More Info
    • Videos
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    • Reviews

      MM4 77 GA ED - David Chandler

      Monday, September 6, 2021

      I was particularly impressed with the sharpness throughout the zoom range when viewing at close quarters. Colours were natural and there was only a little edge softness. Its low light performance was good - it was still useable away from shaded areas 30 minutes after the sun set in a mostly overcast sky - though trickier at high mag, of course.

      Above is an excerpt from a review authored by David Chandler and orignally published in Birdwatching Magazine Autumn 2021. Click here to read the entire review.


      MM4 77 GA ED/45 - Tim Sexton

      Thursday, August 15, 2019

      A video review by Tim Sexton of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust.


      MM4 77 GA ED/45 - Mike Alibone

      Thursday, August 1, 2019

      The MM4 77 is unique to Opticron – no other brand has access to its design. Anyone thinking of spending up to £1000 on a mid-range telescope and eyepiece set should certainly consider this as an option.

      Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Mike Alibone and orignally published in Birdwatch Magazine August 2019. Click here to read the entire review.

       


      MM4 77 GA ED/45 with SDLv2 Eyepiece - Paul Brewster

      Thursday, July 25, 2019

      I chose an overcast day in order to test the light gathering quality of this scope in less than ideal conditions. The first test was at 18x magnification, and the image obtained was stunning; bright and sharp with no discernible reduction in quality towards the edge of the field of view.

      Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Paul Brewster. Click here to read the entire review.


      MM4 77 GA ED/45 - Lee Thickett

      Wednesday, July 10, 2019

      So, how to sum up the MM4 77mm? It is compact and lightweight for a 77mm and handles really nicely, being balanced on the tripod, and having well-engineered fast and slow focus modes. The two eyepieces make excellent companions for each other and the only thing on my wish list is a bit more field of view for the zoom. But really, this is a very nice set and well worth auditioning.

      Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Lee Thickett and originally published on Birdforum.net. Click here to read the entire review.


      MM4 77 GA ED/45 - Simon (Cley Spy)

      Thursday, May 2, 2019

      I had a great couple of weeks using the ‘77’ in Mull. Opticron have taken the tried & tested MM4 formula, tweaked it and produced a fabulous, lightweight all-round birding scope. At no point did I regret not having my (considerably more expensive) 85mm scope instead.

      Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Simon from Cley Spy. Click here to read the entire review.


      MM4 77 GA ED/45 - Vogelinformatiecentrum

      Friday, February 22, 2019

      Click here to read a review published on vogelinformatiecentrum.nl


    Specifications

    • Specifications
    • Technical
    • Accessories
    • Videos
    • Reviews
    • Color
      Black
    • Body Type
      45 deg angled
    • Size
      77
    • Lens Dia. (mm)
      77
    • Lens Dia. (inch)
      3
    • Close Focus (m)
      5.5
    • Close Focus (f)
      18
    • Eye Relief (mm)
      N/A
    • Eye Relief (inch)
      N/A
    • Waterproof
      Yes
    • Prism Type
      Porro
    • Tripod Sleeve & Mount
      Rotating Sleeve
    • Length (mm)
      320
    • Width (mm)
      107
    • Depth (mm)
      95
    • Dimensions LxWxD (mm)
      320x107x95
    • Dimensions LxWxD (inches)
      12.6x4.2x3.7
    • Weight (g)
      1259
    • Weight (oz)
      44.4
    • Weight (lb)
      2.8
    • Body Material
      Aluminum Alloy, Polycarbonate, Magnesium
    • Armor Type
      Full
    • Armor Material
      NBR
    • Nitrogen Gas Filled
      Yes
    • Retractable Lens Hood
      Yes
    • Focusing Speed
      Dual
    • EPTA Internal (mm)
      29x0.75
    • EPTA Small External (mm)
      35x1.1
    • EPTA Large External (mm)
      41.5x1.1
    • Prism Coating
      Fully multi-coated
    • Lens Coating
      Fully multi-coated
    • Connection Type
      1/4"
    • Serial Number Location
      Bottom face of tripod sleeve
    • Country of Origin
      Japan
    • 41232 Waterproof Stay-on-Case Black for MM3 80 & MM4 77 /45 (02B)

      $99.00

      More Info
    • 41234 Waterproof Stay-on-Case Green for MM3 80 & MM4 77 /45 (02G)

      $125.00

      More Info
    • Pro Series Lens Cleaning Cloth 20x20cm in pouch

      $6.50

      More Info
    • Video image

    MM4 77 GA ED - David Chandler

    Monday, September 6, 2021

    I was particularly impressed with the sharpness throughout the zoom range when viewing at close quarters. Colours were natural and there was only a little edge softness. Its low light performance was good - it was still useable away from shaded areas 30 minutes after the sun set in a mostly overcast sky - though trickier at high mag, of course.

    Above is an excerpt from a review authored by David Chandler and orignally published in Birdwatching Magazine Autumn 2021. Click here to read the entire review.


    MM4 77 GA ED/45 - Tim Sexton

    Thursday, August 15, 2019

    A video review by Tim Sexton of Nottinghamshire Wildlife Trust.


    MM4 77 GA ED/45 - Mike Alibone

    Thursday, August 1, 2019

    The MM4 77 is unique to Opticron – no other brand has access to its design. Anyone thinking of spending up to £1000 on a mid-range telescope and eyepiece set should certainly consider this as an option.

    Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Mike Alibone and orignally published in Birdwatch Magazine August 2019. Click here to read the entire review.

     


    MM4 77 GA ED/45 with SDLv2 Eyepiece - Paul Brewster

    Thursday, July 25, 2019

    I chose an overcast day in order to test the light gathering quality of this scope in less than ideal conditions. The first test was at 18x magnification, and the image obtained was stunning; bright and sharp with no discernible reduction in quality towards the edge of the field of view.

    Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Paul Brewster. Click here to read the entire review.


    MM4 77 GA ED/45 - Lee Thickett

    Wednesday, July 10, 2019

    So, how to sum up the MM4 77mm? It is compact and lightweight for a 77mm and handles really nicely, being balanced on the tripod, and having well-engineered fast and slow focus modes. The two eyepieces make excellent companions for each other and the only thing on my wish list is a bit more field of view for the zoom. But really, this is a very nice set and well worth auditioning.

    Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Lee Thickett and originally published on Birdforum.net. Click here to read the entire review.


    MM4 77 GA ED/45 - Simon (Cley Spy)

    Thursday, May 2, 2019

    I had a great couple of weeks using the ‘77’ in Mull. Opticron have taken the tried & tested MM4 formula, tweaked it and produced a fabulous, lightweight all-round birding scope. At no point did I regret not having my (considerably more expensive) 85mm scope instead.

    Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Simon from Cley Spy. Click here to read the entire review.


    MM4 77 GA ED/45 - Vogelinformatiecentrum

    Friday, February 22, 2019

    Click here to read a review published on vogelinformatiecentrum.nl