# 3D Digital Binoculars Sony DEV-5 Helps You Spy with High Technology By Matt Ho | Published 2011-11-11 | Tech Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sony-dev-5 References: [instash](http://www.instash.com/sony-dev-5-digital-recording-binoculars) & [store.sony](http://store.sony.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=10551&storeId=10151&langId=-1&partNumber=DEV5#additionalImage1) With the whole 3D craze going, [handheld consoles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/abxylute-3d-one), TVs and computer monitors all have utilized this technology, so it was only natural that the [Sony](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cigman-cnvpro-binoculars) DEV-5 binoculars would follow soon after. The Sony DEV-5 is the first of its kind, so it’s highly likely that other companies will follow in its footsteps. This hi-tech peeping tom device has a magnification that goes up to 20x total zoom (10x optical and 10x digital) which means distance is hardly a problem. The DEV-5 can capture 1920x1080 [3D or 2D Full HD video](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/3d-laptop) that can be viewed on the user’s HDTV or 3D TV. Sony has also incorporated ‘Exmor R’ CMOS sensors that help the binoculars overcome low-light conditions, and a built-in GPS that informs you of your current location. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.2/10 - Popularity: 27% | Activity: 62% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 70% men, 30% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **3D Technology in Binoculars:** Opportunity for other companies to develop and innovate 3D binoculars with enhanced features. - **High-definition Video Recording Binoculars:** Potential for the development of binoculars with improved video quality and recording capabilities. - **Integrated GPS in Binoculars:** Potential for incorporating GPS technology in binoculars to provide location information and enhance user experience. ### Who This Affects Most - **Consumer Electronics:** Opportunity for consumer electronics companies to develop and market innovative 3D binoculars. - **Photography and Videography:** Opportunity for photography and videography industries to incorporate binocular capabilities into their equipment. - **Outdoor Recreation:** Potential for outdoor recreation companies to offer binoculars with integrated GPS for enhanced navigation and exploration experiences. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Digitally Enhanced Binoculars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/night-vision-binoculars.md) - [4K Night-Vision Binoculars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nightvision-binoculars.md) - [Connected Night Vision Binoculars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dvx-night-storm-x1.md) - [Budget Night Vision Binoculars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cigman-cnvpro-binoculars.md) - [Animal-Identifying Binoculars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/swarovski-optik-ax-visio-binoculars.md) - [Advanced AR-Powered Binoculars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unistellar-envision.md) - [AI-Powered Animal-Identifying Binoculars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/solvia-ed-8x32.md) - [High-Power Palm-Sized Telescopes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/konsivy-pro.md) - [Ultra-Light Digital Monoculars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/akaso-unveils-the-sight300.md)