Vortex - 12x50 Crossfire HD Binoculars

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Powerful enough for distant observation yet capable of glassing subjects just 6' away, the 12x50 Crossfire HD Binoculars from Vortex are a high-powered optic with a large objective lens that admits ample light for a bright image. They can be mounted on a tripod with a separately sold adapter for the steadiest view or hands-free use. A Vortex GlassPak harness is included for comfortable use during hours of observation.

The Crossfire HD delivers views with minimal chromatic aberration, exceptional color fidelity, edge-to-edge sharpness, and optimal light transmission through the use of high definition glass, an index-matched lens configuration, XR Plus anti-reflective coating, and phase-correcting roof prisms. Birders will appreciate their 6' close-focus distance for observing nearby birds, animals or insects. The housing is nitrogen-filled for fog and waterproof performance, and rubber armored for a non-slip grip. The short bridge provides plenty of space for your hands, and the large focusing knob is easy to use, even while wearing gloves. Twist-down eyecups accommodate users who wear glasses.

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User Manual

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Optical Performance

12x magnification

50mm objective lenses

Fully multi-coated lenses increase transmission, clarity, and brightness

Phase-correcting roof prisms improve true color, contrast, and transmission

5.2° angle of view

273' linear field of view at 1000 yards

Birding-friendly 6' close focus distance

Exit pupil: 4.2mm

Eye relief: 15mm

Use and Handling

Short-hinge bridge cuts weight and exposes more surface for handling

Roof prism design for slim form factor

Tripod-mountable with separately sold adapter

Adjustable interpupillary distance: 60-75mm

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

Nitrogen-filled, fog and waterproof

• Powerful enough for distant observation yet capable of glassing subjects just 6' away, the 12x50 Crossfire HD Binoculars from Vortex are a high-powered optic with a large objective lens that admits ample light for a bright image. They can be mounted on a tripod with a separately sold adapter for the steadiest view or hands-free use. A Vortex GlassPak harness is included for comfortable use during hours of observation.
The Crossfire HD delivers views with minimal chromatic aberration, exceptional color fidelity, edge-to-edge sharpness, and optimal light transmission through the use of high definition glass, an index-matched lens configuration, XR Plus anti-reflective coating, and phase-correcting roof prisms. Birders will appreciate their 6' close-focus distance for observing nearby birds, animals or insects. The housing is nitrogen-filled for fog and waterproof performance, and rubber armored for a non-slip grip. The short bridge provides plenty of space for your hands, and the large focusing knob is easy to use, even while wearing gloves. Twist-down eyecups accommodate users who wear glasses.