CL Companion 8×30 from £1,070 and 10×30 from £1,100
Today on Thursday 26th March 2026, SWAROVSKI OPTIK is launching a new generation of its most popular binoculars for travellers and outdoor enthusiasts – the new CL Companion, with an upgraded compact design, light weight of just 550 grams, and improved bridge for optimum balance.
Developed to allow relaxed viewing even over longer periods, the binoculars combine the Tyrolean family-owned company’s first-class optics with an ergonomic shape and optimum viewing comfort. They invite nature-loving travellers on an immersive and detailed discovery of their environment, offering even deeper insights into the diversity and beauty of the natural world: whether on a luxury safari, a hike in a national park, or an expedition cruise. It’s one of SWAROVSKI OPTIK’S most versatile and all-round binoculars thanks to its design and optical quality. The new model is available in two magnifications (8×30 and 10×30) and in a choice of three colours: Desert Orange, Mountain Green, and Safari Brown.
A compact travel companion
With the new CL Companion, SWAROVSKI OPTIK presents binoculars that offer the quality of a premium product while avoiding any complexity in handling. “SWAROVSKI OPTIK is redefining high-end travel binoculars with the new CL Companion. It combines our proven quality with a modern design and allows travellers to discover details that have previously remained hidden. Thus, the CL Companion is an essential partner for everyone seeking a truly immersive experience of nature on their travels. Its striking colours and shape make it both an expression of individual personality and a reliable companion for outdoor enthusiasts who want to reflect their style in their equipment too,” explains Johannes Oberdanner, CEO of SWAROVSKI OPTIK.
For maximum viewing comfort
The CL Companion offers sharp, high-contrast images with natural colour fidelity. The light housing and easy handling make it the ideal partner for outdoor adventurers. With its light weight of just 550 grams (19 oz), its ergonomic shape, and an improved bridge for optimum balance, the CL Companion is very easy to use and fits perfectly in your hand. The generous eye relief and precise twist-in eyecups ensure the largest possible field of view, offering maximum viewing comfort even for beginners and eyeglass wearers.
For different needs
The two magnifications of the CL Companion models are perfectly tailored to different observation situations: The CL Companion 8×30 is ideal for wide landscapes and dynamic scenes thanks to a large field of view that allows a rapid overview of the scenery and relaxed observation. The CL Companion 10×30 is designed for anyone who wants to identify every detail at longer distances too – its higher magnification brings even faraway subjects impressively close.
Capture the moment with the VPA 2
The optional VPA 2 (variable phone adapter) also makes it possible to photograph or film sightings using a smartphone. This allows users to instantly capture their personal experiences and share them with others.
The new CL Companion 8×30 costs from £1,070 and the CL Companion 10×30 from £1,100 and is available from specialist retailers and the SWAROVSKI OPTIK online store at www.swarovskioptik.com from 26th March 2026. For more information visit CL COMPANION.
Available models: 8×30 and 10×30
Binocular colour options: Desert Orange, Mountain Green, and Safari Brown
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- The new CL Companion is available in three colours – Desert Orange, Mountain Green, and Safari Brown.
ABOUT SWAROVSKI OPTIK
SWAROVSKI OPTIK, headquartered in Absam, Tyrol, is part of the Swarovski group of companies. Founded in 1949, the Austrian company specialises in the development and manufacturing of long-range optical instruments of the highest precision in the premium segment of the market. The binoculars, spotting scopes, and optronic instruments are products of choice for demanding users. The company’s success is based on its innovative strength, the quality and intrinsic value of its products, and their functional and aesthetic design. The appreciation of nature is an essential part of its company philosophy and is reflected commendably in its environment-friendly production and its long-term commitment to selected nature conservation projects.
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