




Vortex 8x42 Diamondback HD Binoculars
- High Definition Optical System
- Phase-Corrected Roof Prisms
- Fully Multi-Coated Optics
- Wide 60° Apparent Angle of View
- Argon-Filled Waterproof & Fogproof
- Large Center Focusing Knob
- GlassPak Binoculars Harness
- Rubber-Armored Magnesium Housing
- Tripod Mountable with Optional Adapter
- Twist-Up Rubber Eyecups/Diopter

The Vortex 8x42 Diamondback HD Binoculars boast a sizable objective lens, expansive field of view, and a short 1.5m close focus distance, making them a versatile tool for various applications. Each pair comes equipped with a Vortex GlassPak harness for comfortable hours of observation.
- High Definition Optical System
- Phase-Corrected Roof Prisms
- Fully Multi-Coated Optics
- Wide 60° Apparent Angle of View
- Argon-Filled Waterproof & Fogproof
- Large Center Focusing Knob
- GlassPak Binoculars Harness
- Rubber-Armored Magnesium Housing
- Tripod Mountable with Optional Adapter
- Twist-Up Rubber Eyecups/Diopter
The Vortex 8x42 Diamondback HD Binoculars provide unmatched color accuracy, sharpness, and light transmission thanks to their advanced features such as high definition glass, index-matched lens configuration, XR Plus coatings, and dielectric-coated roof prisms. In addition, the lenses are protected from scratches, oil, and dust with the help of ArmorTek exterior lens coating for long-lasting use.
The housing is argon filled and sealed with O-rings to ensure reliable and durable protection against dust, debris, fog, and water. They rubber armored for non-slip and durable protection, and is equipped with a large focusing knob that is easy to use even while wearing gloves. Twist-down 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
- 120m linear field of view at 1000 yards
- Birding-friendly 1.5m close focus distance
- Exit Pupil: 5.3mm
- Eye Relief: 17mm
- 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
- 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
Product Brand | Vortex |
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SKU | DB-214 |
Image Stabilized | Image Stabilized |
Objective Lens Diameter | 42mm |