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Nikon Monarch 5 8 x 42 Waterproof Binoculars

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The Nikon Monarch 5 8 x 42 binoculars feature bright, high-resolution optics and are ruggedly built for waterproof and fogproof performance.

  • Dielectric, high-reflective, multilayer prism coating and fully multicoated lenses provide superior color reproduction, sharpness and light transmission
  • Ergonomic styling is mated with a rubber-armored exterior, providing added shock resistance and a firm grip whether wet or dry
  • Large, central focus wheel and adjustable diopter make focus easy to achieve and maintain, even while wearing gloves
  • Click-stop rubber eyecups, complemented by long eye relief, allow the binoculars to be used comfortably when wearing glasses
  • The Nikon Monarch 5 8 x 42 binoculars are O-ring sealed and nitrogen-purged for waterproof, fogproof performance

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Nikon Monarch 5 8 x 42 Waterproof Binoculars Specs
Specification
Description
Best use
Multisport
Full-size
8x
Fully multicoated
Rubber coating
Yes
Yes
Yes
6.3 degrees
47.5 degrees
330 feet
8.2 feet
28.1
5.3 millimeters
19.6 millimeters
No
5.7 x 5.1 inches
1 lb. 5.5 oz.
Binocular size
Magnification
Lens coating
Added protection
Weather resistant
Waterproof
Fogproof
Real angle of view
Apparent angle of view
Field of view
Minimum focus
Relative brightness
Exit pupil
Eye relief
Image stabilization
Dimensions
Weight

Nikon Monarch 5 8 x 42 Waterproof Binoculars Customer Reviews

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Nikon Monarch 5 8 x 42 Waterproof Binoculars
 
4.5

(based on 4 reviews)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Quality lenses (4)
  • Strong construction (4)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Wildlife viewing (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual/ recreational (3)

    Reviewed by 4 customers

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    Oct

    11

    2012

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Great for wildlife viewing

    By sward

    from San Francisco, CA

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

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    Pros

    • Close Focus
    • Quality Lenses
    • Strong Construction
    • Works Well With Glasses

    Cons

    • Bulky
    • Heavy

    Best Uses

    • Bird Watching
    • Wildlife Viewing

    Comments about Nikon Monarch 5 8 x 42 Waterproof Binoculars:

    Bought these binoculars for a recent trip to Glacier National Park and they were perfect for the trip. We were fortunate enough to see a significant amount of wildlife and these binoculars felt like the animals were right in front of us. We have also used them at professional sporting events. They are very good if you want to focus in on one player or play but they aren't as good for an overall view of the play in football games. Also, they are a little bigger and heavier than I would have liked for our hiking experiences but not overwhelmingly so.

    • Was this a gift?:
    • No

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    Jul

    18

    2012

     
    5.0

    Amazing Binoculars

    By bungalowjo

    from Ontario, CA

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

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    Pros

    • Outstanding clarity
    • Quality Lenses
    • Strong Construction
    • Works Well in Low Light

    Cons

    • absolutely none

    Best Uses

    • Bird Watching
    • Wildlife Viewing

    Comments about Nikon Monarch 5 8 x 42 Waterproof Binoculars:

    Using for birding. Not an expert, but glad I bought these number one rated bird watching binoculars. They are better than I ever hoped for. Bought for my husband, and they have brought him hours of outdoor enjoyment. He's soooo happy with them!

    • Was this a gift?:
    • Yes

    Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

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    Jun

    30

    2012

    (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    Value for Money Product

    By Ando

    from Warrnambool, Victoria, Australia

    About Me Casual/ Recreational

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    Pros

    • Lightweight
    • Quality Lenses
    • Strong Construction
    • Waterproof

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Sporting Events/Concerts
      • Wildlife Viewing

      Comments about Nikon Monarch 5 8 x 42 Waterproof Binoculars:

      These binoculars are well built and have good quality lenses. For the price they are real value for money. To step up in quality you would have to pay at least double. You are more likely to use them in rugged conditions when you haven't paid over $1000 for them. I will include them on all of my outdoor activities, knowing that they are up to the task, and knowing if they get damaged or worse I can afford to replace them.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jun

      13

      2012

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Amazing bright image; feels substantial

      By GimmeSun

      from Seattle

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      Pros

      • Close Focus
      • Compact
      • Quality Lenses
      • Strong Construction
      • Waterproof

      Cons

        Best Uses

          Comments about Nikon Monarch 5 8 x 42 Waterproof Binoculars:

          Very bright clear image, a beauty to look into. Feels solidly built. Waterproofing holds hope of the binocs surviving wet climate trips. Decently compact given their objective size. I also own the Nikon Action 8 x 40, these are rated considerably brighter, but i find them only slightly more so. These 8s are useful, but I think 10 power is more useful. Lens caps are important to protect optics, but fall off far too easily, especially for such an expensive binoc. Ironically, tho i look forward to having them on trips, but because of their great expense, i'm concerned about losing them....

          Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

          (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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