EDG Binoculars 8x42 - Black

Superior cutting-edge optical performance is paired with a new body style for faster handling and incredible ruggedness. With Nikon’s ED glass lenses and advanced optical systems delivering extremely bright, high resolution images— the 2011 models represent the pinnacle of Nikon technology. Part #7566 (8x42)

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Nikon's exclusive and legendary ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass lenses

Deliver superior sharpness and color correction for unmatched detail resolution.

Dielectric High-Reflective Multilayer Prism Coating

This technique provides almost the same brightness as that perceived by the naked eye, and clear, high-contrast images that display accurate color reproduction.

Advanced, fully multicoated optics

Multiple layers of anti-reflective compounds on every glass surface for bright, vivid sight pictures.

Field Flattener Lens System

This expert lens design minimizes field curvature, producing images that are as sharp in the peripheral areas as they are in the center.

New body style

New ergonomic construction balances perfectly in the hand for extended hunts.

Dual focus knob with locking diopter adjustments

A quick, central focusing knob has been paired with pop-up diopter adjustments for unparalleled speed and convenience.

Horn-shaped detachable eyecups

Ergonomically contoured eyecups block out peripheral light for a clear field of view.

Long eye relief with ratcheting eyecup adjustments

Allow for a perfect view, with or with or eyewear.

Lightweight, rubber-armored body

Delivers superior ruggedness that is still easy to hold in any weather.

Magnesium-alloy body

New body cuts weight without sacrificing durability.

Waterproof/fogproof optical performance

O-ring sealed and dry nitrogen filled to handle the toughest conditions on the planet. (Up to 10 minutes submersed at 16.4 feet).

FinishBlack
Focusing SystemCF
Magnification x8
Objective Diameter (mm)42
Angular Field of View (Real)7.7
Angular Field of View (Apparent)56.6
FOV @ 1000 yds. (ft.)403
Close Focus Distance (ft.)9.8
Exit Pupil (mm)5.3
Relative Brightness28.1
Eye Relief (mm)19.3
Size (L&W - inches)5.8x5.6
Size (L&W - mm)148x141
Weight (oz)27.7
Weight (grams)785

Lens Cleaner Wet Cloth

Handy, individually wrapped, take-anywhere Nikon Lens Cleaner Cloths are fine accessories to keep all your optics lenses in top shape. Part #8175 (Lens Cleaner Wet Cloth)

Optic Maintenance Kit

These four essential items are useful for everything from sweeping dust from lenses, removing residue stains and picking up small bits of debris from hard-to reach lens surfaces. Part #7073 (Optic Maintenance Kit)

Lenspen Pro Kit

Nikon LensPen Pro Kit includes two sizes of LensPens, plus an anti-fog cloth and a micro fiber cloth. Part #8228 (Lenspen Pro Kit)

Binoc-U-Mount

The Nikon Binoc-U-Mount adapts any binocular to any standard tripod. Part #820 (Binoc-U-Mount)

ProStaff Bino Harness

Nikon PROSTAFF Bino Harness is a lightweight, convenient harness that takes the weight of your binoculars off your neck and distributes it evenly across your shoulders. Part #6121 (PROSTAFF Bino Harness Black)

Nikon. Next Generation...Now.

he Nikon EDG binocular is the cutting edge in sport optics. A sophisticated optical system, developed with a pallet of innovative, cutting edge technologies—some patent pending-- advances Nikon EDG binoculars to levels of brightness and resolution designed to impress the most discerning optics user.

Setting a new optical standard wasn’t the only achievement on the minds of Nikon engineers with EDG binoculars. Add understated styling, uncompromising durability and an extraordinary ergonomic agility and it becomes clear why EDG will be the chosen binocular by those whose adventurous spirit and dedication to success demands performance above all else.

The Nikon EDG binocular series includes EDG 8x32, EDG 10x32, EDG 7x42, EDG 8x42 and EDG 10x42 models. All EDG binoculars are covered by the Nikon 25 Year Limited Warranty and Nikon No-Fault Repair/Replacement Policy.