Bushnell NatureView 8x40 Birder Binocular

by Bushnell

Product Features

• 8x magnification with field of view of 340 feet at 1,000 yards
• 40mm lenses allow more light in during prime bird-watching hours
• Center and near-close focus
• 12-millimeter eye relief for comfort during extended use
• Carrying case, and strap included

Product Description

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Bushnell's 8x40 Birder binoculars are designed with the budding bird watcher or avid naturalist in mind. They offer 8x magnification and a field of view of 340 feet at 1,000 yards. Large 40mm lenses allow lots of light in for early-morning visibility. These binoculars also feature center and near-close focusing and extended eye relief for added comfort during long use. The Bushnell 8x40 Birder binoculars come with a carrying case and strap.

Product Description

NatureView« Plus Binoculars are specially designed for the bird watcher and naturalist. BAK-4 prisms yield brighter images and better edge sharpness. Excellent near focus capability is ideal for close inspection of the wonders of nature. Extended eye relief is perfect for eyeglass wearers and reduces eyestrain during long observation periods. The affordable NatureView Birder is perfect for the budding nature observer.

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Product Details

Product Manual [40kb PDF]

• Product Dimensions: 8.2 x 7.6 x 3.7 inches ; 1.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 1.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00004SABH
• Item model number: 11-8400
• Average Customer Review: 3.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Customer Reviews

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102 of 103 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars What these eyes have seen.., May 2, 2003

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neurotome "neurotome" (San Luis Obispo, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bushnell NatureView 8x40 Birder Binocular (Electronics)

I bought a pair of these last year, and I haven't been disappointed.

What good are binoculars in the city, you ask? Well, I've found a number of uses for 'em. I use 'em for casual birding in Central Park - I'm even on an internet mailing list that tells me when unusual birds have stopped through.

I take 'em to the opera and the symphony too! If you can't afford the $350 seats, these binocs help to bring the nuances of the performance into your range of vision. Amazing to check out the sets and the instruments as well.

And finally these are my constant companion in the nosebleed seats at Yankee Stadium! I think Clemens keeps some kind of powder in his glove...

I really appreciate the rubber eyecups and the long eye relief - I can use these with my glasses on without fear of scratches. If you want to view with your glasses off, there is a diopter ring on the left eyepiece to dial in your correction. Focusing is smooth and easy and so is adjustment of interpupillary distance.

Lightweight, great optical quality (if not perfect, certainly fully adequate), and finally, the price is right! I recommend these binoculars.

36 of 36 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Wonderful for birdwatching!, August 18, 2004

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C. Day "Charski" (Central Coastal CA USA) - See all my reviews
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My hubby and I are amateur birders - we have a very expensive set of field glasses but they are so heavy I cannot use them for extended periods.

So, I bought myself this nice Bushnell binocular - and I LOVE it! Very good for viewing, crisp images, and lightweight enough to use all day long without tiring my arms out!

I recommend them as a good yet inexpensive binocular.

33 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A great buy for the beginner, also a wonderful gift., August 29, 2004

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S Fizer "media maven" (Huntington WV) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Bushnell NatureView 8x40 Birder Binocular (Electronics)

I purchased these binoculars and a guide to regional birds as a gift for my father who enjoys amateur bird-watching(mostly from his lovely back porch at our country home). I don't know the first thing about buying binoculars, so I relied heavily on the reviews of other purchasers. Happily, I was not disappointed. These binoculars are lightweight and very simple to use,which my father loves. The sheer clarity and visibility actually shocked me upon first use. The only downfall being that this model does not have a zoom function which would be helpful at times; however, it is not necessary and barely hinders ones viewing pleasure.