Monday, December 23, 2024
Pros
Great value with limited lifetime warranty; good optics; relatively compact and lightweight; fog proof and waterproof down to 50 m; made with materials typically found in higher priced binoculars; available in camouflage; fully multi-coated lenses
Inexpensive with 25-year no-fault warranty; great quality optics for the price; compact and exceptionally lightweight
Cons
Flimsy strap; detached lens cover is easy to lose; focus dial is stiff; eye relief somewhat short
Not waterproof or fog proof; very short eye relief
Warranty
Limited Lifetime Warranty
25-Year Full Warranty
Best Use
They are excellent binoculars for general outdoor activities like hunting, wildlife viewing, bird watching, etc.
They are great binoculars for activities like watching a sporting event, concert or play.
Binocular Size
The binoculars are 5.5" x 5" (L x W) and weigh 24.7 oz.
The binoculars are 4.3" x 4.6" (L x W) and weigh 8.8 oz.
Field of View at 1,000 yds
Angular Field of View (Real)
(not available from customer service)
5°
Angular Field of View (Apparent)
(not available from customer service)
47.2°
Close Focusing Distance (ft)
Focus System
They have a central focusing knob.
They have a central focusing knob.
Diopter Adjustment
± 2 dpt (locking)
± 4 dpt (locking)
Prism Type
They have a roof prism system with BaK-4 glass.
They have a porro prism system with BaK-4 glass.
Lens / Coating
They feature fully multi-coated ED (Extra-low Dispersion) Prime Glass lenses and an ultra wide-band custom coating that helps to maximize available light.
They feature multi-coated aspherical lenses.
Water / Fog Proof
Yes, they feature RainGuardHD, Bushnell's patented permanent water-repellant coating, and are fog proof and waterproof up to 50 meters (according to customer service).
They are not waterproof or fog proof.
Exterior
They are made from a lightweight magnesium and are rubber-armored for durability, shock-resistance and comfort. They are available in a matte black or camouflage finish.
They have a carbon fiber body and a rubber armor, which enhances their durability and provides a comfortable, secure grip. They are only available in a matte black finish.
Eyecups
They have twist-up eyecups.
They have adjustable and detachable eyecups with detents.
Tripod Adaptable
Yes, they are tripod adaptable.
No they are not tripod adaptable.
Accessories
They come with a carrying case, neck strap, microfiber lens cleaning cloth and a harness.
They come with a Nikon travel case, a neck strap and lens covers.