Vortex - 8x42 Crossfire HD Binoculars

A Guide to Marine Binoculars

Powerful enough to observe distant objects but not so powerful that hand shake spoils the view, the 8x42 Crossfire HD Binoculars from Vortex are a solid choice for an all-around optic. Their generous objective lens admits lots of light for a bright image, and the 6' close-focus distance is ideal for watching nearby birds, animals or insects. They come with a Vortex GlassPak harness 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. 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. For hands-free use and the steadiest view, the Crossfire HD can be mounted on a tripod using the separately sold tripod adapter.

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User Manual

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Optical Performance

8x magnification

42mm objective lenses

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

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

7.5° angle of view

393' linear field of view at 1000 yards

Birding-friendly 6' close focus distance

Exit pupil: 5.3mm

Eye Relief: 17mm

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: 57-74mm

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 to observe distant objects but not so powerful that hand shake spoils the view, the 8x42 Crossfire HD Binoculars from Vortex are a solid choice for an all-around optic. Their generous objective lens admits lots of light for a bright image, and the 6' close-focus distance is ideal for watching nearby birds, animals or insects. They come with a Vortex GlassPak harness 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. 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. For hands-free use and the steadiest view, the Crossfire HD can be mounted on a tripod using the separately sold tripod adapter.