Description
The Nikon 8x42 Prostaff 3S Binoculars have a compact roof prism optical path, anti-reflection multi-coated optics, high-reflectivity silver-alloy prism coatings, and an environmentally-friendly lead and arsenic-free Eco-Glass. The binoculars have a field of view of 377 degrees at 1000 yards and an apparent angle of view of 53.4 degrees. The binoculars are closed-bridge configuration with a large knurled centre focus wheel, right eye dioptric adjustment collar, twist-up rubber eyecups for use with or without eyewear, and a wide 5.3mm exit pupil for improved low-light usability. The binoculars have a fibreglass-reinforced polycarbonate chassis, textured protective rubber armouring, and nitrogen-filled and O-ring sealed for water and fog proof performance.
Optical Performance
- 8x magnification
- 42mm objective lenses
- Compact roof prism optical path
- Anti-reflection multi-coated optics improve light transmission across the entire visible spectrum
- High-reflectivity silver-alloy prism coatings reduce internal diffraction for improved light transmission
- Environmentally-friendly lead and arsenic-free Eco-Glass
- 377′ field of view at 1000 yards
- 53.4° apparent angle of view
Use and Handling
- Closed-bridge configuration
- Large knurled centre focus wheel
- Right eye dioptric adjustment collar
- Twist-up rubber eyecups for use with or without eyewear
- Wide 5.3mm exit pupil for improved low-light usability
- Long comfortable 20.2mm eye relief
Construction Details
- Lightweight and durable fibreglass-reinforced polycarbonate chassis
- Textured protective rubber armouring provides a slip-resistant grip, especially in cold and wet weather
- Nitrogen-filled and O-ring sealed for water and fog proof performance