How to Choose Binoculars

Broaden your perspective with the compact Nikon Prostaff P7 8 x 30 binoculars. They have a spectacular extra-wide field of view that reveals more of the scene and they're also easy to hold steady.
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View the Nikon Prostaff Product LineView all Nikon BinocularsBest Use | Birding Wildlife Viewing |
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Binocular Size | Midsize |
Magnification | 8x |
Lens Coating | Multicoated |
Added Protection | Rubber Coating |
Weather Resistant | Yes |
Waterproof | Yes |
Fogproof | Yes |
Real Angle of View | 8.7 degrees |
Apparent Angle of View | 62.6 degrees |
Field of View | 456 feet |
Minimum Focus | 8.2 feet |
Relative Brightness | 14.4 |
Exit Pupil | 3.8 millimeters |
Eye Relief | 15.4 millimeters |
Dimensions | 5.1 x 4.9 inches |
Weight | 1 lb. 0.6 oz. |
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I put a harness strap on these and carry them around any time I go hiking or go for a walk on the road. It’s ramp season where I live, and these have helped tremendously when I’m trying to distinguish a patch of green across a dry riverbed - whether they’re ramps, bluebells or trout lillies. Saves me navigating through thorny bushes and such; I can tell from a considerable distance whether or not it’s worth working my way closer. These binoculars are small enough that I find I take them everywhere. My other pair are so large that they rarely come along with me. I recommend these for the casual hiker, birder, and forager. They hit the sweet spot for me.
I was looking for something a litter smaller and lighter than my Nikon Monarch 5 8x42, for bird watching and hiking but didn't want to sacrifice image quality. I wear glasses, so I needed an exit pupil larger than the 3.2 on my Bushnell 10x32s and a long eye relief so I can see the whole field of view. The Nikon 8x30 delivered on both. I am a discerning optics user and I was pleasantly surprised at the field of view, sharpness and color rendition of the Nikons. They are great! Personally, I find 10 power binoculars hard to hold steady and I am completely satisfied with the 8x. Beware of pocket binoculars with small objective lenses (25mm or less) if you want a sharp image. They seem hazy by comparison. The front objective lens covers do not have a tether, but they have a slot where you can attach some kind of retaining cord if that is an issue for you. I used a 20% off member coupon at the winter sale, because this was the only Nikon binocular not marked down and they are a great value at the sale price. They were delivered to my house 2 days earlier than originally estimated, which was a pleasant surprise.
Great little binos for hiking! Light, grippy and crisp definition.
Great beginner binocs , easy to focus and light enough to carry around casually!
I could not get comfortable with seeing as well as I wanted to. I've used 8x32 and 10x32 binoculars before, I don't know if this is the difference. They are light enough and small enough to hike with around your neck . They stay clean and clear.