Vortex 8x42 Diamondback HD Binoculars

The Vortex 8x42 Diamondback HD Binoculars deliver versatile optical performance with 42mm objective lenses, 8x magnification, and a 120m field of view at 1000 yards. A 1.5m close focus distance makes them ideal for birding and wildlife observation. Fully multi-coated lenses and dielectric-coated prisms ensure superior clarity and brightness. Built tough with O-ring sealing, argon filling, and protective rubber armor, they're waterproof and fog-resistant. The included GlassPak harness provides comfortable extended viewing sessions.

The Diamondback HD renders views with minimal chromatic aberration, exceptional color fidelity, edge-to-edge sharpness, and optimal light transmission through the use of ultrahigh-definition glass, an index-matched lens configuration, XR Plus lens coatings, and dielectric-coated, phase-correcting roof prisms. The lenses are protected from scratches, oil, and dust by ArmorTek exterior lens coating.

The housing is argon filled and sealed with O-rings to ensure reliable and durable protection against dust, debris, fog, and water. Rubber armored for nonslip and durable protection, they are equipped with a large focusing knob that is easy to use even while wearing gloves. Twist-up eyecups accommodate users who wear glasses. For hands-free use or the steadiest view, the Diamondback HD can be mounted on a tripod using the separately sold tripod adapter. Naturally contoured to perfectly fit your hands, promoting comfort and eliminating user fatigue, the Diamondback HD includes a winning combination of features.

Optical Performance

• Roof prism design
• 8x magnification
• 42mm objective lenses
• Fully multi-coated lenses increase transmission, clarity, and brightness
• Dielectric-coated, phase-correcting roof prisms improve true color, contrast, and transmission
• 7.5° angle of view
• 130m linear field of view at 1000 yards
• Birding-friendly 1.5m close focus distance
• Exit Pupil: 5.3mm
• Eye Relief: 17mm

Use and Handling

• Short-hinge bridge cuts weight and exposes more surface for handling
• Adjustable interpupillary distance: 55-73mm
• Oversized knurled center focusing wheel
• Textured diopter ring on right eyepiece
• Twist-up soft tapered rubber eyecups

Construction Details

• GlassPak binoculars harness with zippered accessory pocket
• Protective rubber armor provides a slip-resistant grip
• O-ring sealed and argon filled to be waterproof and resistant to internal fogging when moving through extreme temperature and environmental conditions
• Scratch-resistant ArmorTek exterior lens coatings repel oils and corrosive materials from lenses

Vortex 8x42 Diamondback HD Binoculars
GlassPak Binocular Harness
Comfort Neck Strap
Tethered Objective Lens Covers
Rainguard Eyepiece Cover
Lens Cloth

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