Vortex - 8x42 Diamondback HD Binoculars

A Guide to Birding with Binoculars

Featuring a generous objective lens, a wide field of view, and a close focus distance of just 5', the 8x42 Diamondback HD Binoculars from Vortex are a versatile optic suited to a wide range of uses. They come with a Vortex GlassPak harness for comfortable use during hours of observation.

The Diamondback HD renders views with minimal chromatic aberration, exceptional color fidelity, edge-to-edge sharpness, and optimal light transmission through the use of ultra high 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. 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.

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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

393' linear field of view at 1000 yards

Birding-friendly 5' 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