There are 2236 binoculars in our database and 838 owners opinions.
You can also
compare binoculars side-by-side
Search by:
Vortex Diamondback 8x42
Pictures
Specifications
| Manufacturer | Vortex |
|---|---|
| Model | Diamondback 8x42 |
| Lens diameter [mm] | 42 |
| Magnification [x] | 8 |
| Angular field of view [deg] | 7.5 |
| Linear field of view [m/m] | 132/1000 |
| Exit pupil [mm] | 5.25 |
| Eye relief [mm] | 17 |
| Min. focusing dist. [m] | 1.5 |
| Twilight factor | 18.33 |
| Brightness | 27.56 |
| Prisms | BaK-4/roof |
| Dimensions [mm] | 147x130 |
| Weight [g] | 618 |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Nitogen filling | No |
| Argon filling | Yes |
| Image stabilization | No |
| Tripod exit | Yes |
| Focusing | central |
| Warranty [years] | lifetime |
| Accesories | |
| Price | 0 |
| Additional information |
Owners reviews (2)
Overall
Owner since: 1 year
Price: £200
User profile: Amateur
Cons: Small \"in focus\" bracket. Won\'t retain much resale value.
Pros: Good low light performance. Light weight Good price
Summary: I \"down graded\" to these from a pair of Swarovski SLC when a need to generate quick cash arose, so I sold the Swaros. In practical terms, there isn\'t much difference between the two. Obviously, the build quality is not in the same ball park as the Swarovski product, but they are only about 1/9th of the price. I use them for deer stalking, and am usually out and about at first and last light. I have not felt at a disadvantage since starting to use the Vortex bins, and they are certainly a lot easier on the neck when it comes to carrying them
Overall
Owner since: 1 month
Price: 330 Euros
User profile: Semipro
Cons: - Very strong glare - Incredible amounts of grease on the edges of the inner tubes (that move when you adjust the focus) - Field of view (7.5°) smaller than in the old Diamondback 8x42 and smaller than I like it (though still wider than average)
Pros: - NO rolling ball effect (globe effect) at all! - Image crisp in the center, bright, good contrast (CA a bit high, but still acceptable); the sweet spot isn\'t big, but that can\'t be expected at this price tag - Overall feel is good (rubber armour, central hinge) - Case, rainguard and objective covers of good quality - Good warranty (if they keep what they promise)
Summary: Could be a good bino for the price, but as usual in this class, a few avoidable issues spoil the whole thing: As soon as you have the sun in your face, even though it be far from the field of view, you get VERY strong glare; especially awkward when the sun is low over a reflecting surface (water). Other binos in this class perform much better here. Also, there is so much grease on the edges of the inner tubes, that I feared it might liquify on a hot day, running onto the objective lenses. I sent the bino back for these reasons. Summury: I don\'t to understand how these things can happen: the high-tech part (prisms, lenses, coatings) well done, the low-tech part (sensible amount of grease, blackening of tubes) is a complete failure. Why not have a reasonabe quality control and sell the device for 50 Euros more?