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Celestron Nature DX Black 8X42 Roof Binoculars

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Original price $233.95 USD
Original price $233.95 USD - Original price $233.95 USD
Original price $233.95 USD
Current price $179.95 USD
$179.95 USD - $179.95 USD
Current price $179.95 USD

Celestron’s Nature DX 8x42mm Binoculars are an excellent choice for outdoor adventures, offering impressive optical performance at an affordable price. Ideal for hiking, birdwatching, concerts, and sporting events, they deliver bright, clear views with impressive detail.

Advanced Optical Performance

Featuring phase-coated BaK-4 prisms and fully multi-coated optics, the Nature DX maximizes light transmission for brighter images, enhanced contrast, and improved resolution—even in low-light conditions. The 8x magnification and 42mm objective lenses provide an excellent balance of image clarity, stability, and ease of use. A wide field of view makes it easy to locate and follow moving subjects, while the 6.5-foot close-focus distance lets you observe nearby plants, insects, and other details.

Durable and Comfortable Design

The binoculars feature a lightweight, rubber-armored polycarbonate body that helps protect against everyday bumps and impacts. Twist-up eyecups with multiple adjustment positions provide comfortable viewing, including for eyeglass wearers. Their waterproof, fogproof, nitrogen-purged construction helps ensure reliable performance in changing weather conditions.

Ideal for Birdwatching

The Nature DX 8x42mm is particularly well suited for beginning and intermediate birdwatchers. Its bright, sharp images help reveal distinctive feather patterns and markings, while the wide field of view makes birds easier to find and track. Compact and easy to carry, these binoculars are a dependable companion for exploring nature and enjoying outdoor activities.

Features

  • Designed with the outdoor enthusiast in mind, waterproof and fully rubber armored.
  • Phase coated BaK-4 prisms for increased contrast and resolution.
  • Fully multi-coated optics provide brighter images by increasing light transmission through the entire optical path.
  • Close focus of 6.5 feet for viewing nearby subjects.
  • Sturdy, twist-up eyecups with multiple stops. Eyeglass friendly with 17.5 mm of eye relief.

Standard shipping

Estimated delivery time: 7-10 days, unless otherwise  noted

Specifications

General

Magnification: 8x
Objective Lens Diameter: 42mm (1.65")
Angular Field of View: 7.4°
Linear Field of View (@1000 yds) / @1000 m): 388 ft (118.26 m)
Exit Pupil: 5.25mm (0.21")
Eye Relief: 17.5mm (0.69")
Close Focus: 6.5 ft (2 m)
Interpupillary Distance (max): 74mm (2.91")
Interpupillary Distance (min): 56mm (2.20")
Diopter Adjustment Range: ±3
Twilight Factor: TBD
Relative Brightness: 27.56
Limiting Stellar Magnitude: Ideal: 10.62
Moderate: 9.62
Poor: 8.62
Lens Coatings: Fully Multi-Coated
Prism Glass (Type): Bak-4
Prism Coatings: Phase Coated
Weight: 24.9 oz (705 g)
Environmental Protection: Waterproof
Nitrogen Filled: Yes
Tripod Adaptable: Yes
Carrying Case: Padded nylon canvas
Dimensions: 142mm x 128mm x 56mm (5.6" x 5" x 2.2")

Included Items

Neck strap
Objective lens caps
Rainguard
Carrying case
Lens cloth
Instruction manual

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