Nikon Venturer 8x42 LX Waterproof Binocular

by Nikon

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 6.2 x 5.5 x 2.4 inches ; 2.2 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• ASIN: B00006JK65
• Item model number: 7346
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #56,449 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes
• Date first available at Amazon.com: April 24, 2006

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

The Nikon Venturer LX is a very high-grade roof-prism binocular that combines the latest optical design features with modern engineering technology. The LX features a state-of-the-art optical system, incorporating an all-new eyepiece lens design for superior sharpness, clarity, and complete flatness of viewing field. The 8x42 model offers a field of view of 366 at 1,000 yards and a close focus distance of 9.8 feet.

Large, specially multicoated 42mm objective lenses allow maximum brightness in any light condition. Nikon phase-corrected BaK4 high-index prisms with high-reflection coatings provide ultimate color contrast and clear, round images without vignetting.

Nikon Venturer LX binoculars offer user-friendly twist-up rubber eye cups that allow users with and without glasses to easily share the same binocular. A precise, conveniently located central focusing control is positioned for fast, easy focusing. A newly designed locking diopter maintains left-right vision balance.

The Venturer LX is O-ring sealed and filled with dry nitrogen for waterproof and fogproof performance under the most adverse weather conditions. A tough rubber exterior coating enhances durability and provides a sure grip--wet or dry.

Product Description

When Better View Desired calls a binocular a Reference Standard, you know it's good. And that's just what it dubbed the 8x32 and 8x42 Venturer LX models. Venturers feature fully multi-coated, roof prism optics utilizing lead- and arsenic-free Eco Glass. Phase-correction coatings provide enhanced resolution and contrast. Birders will appreciate the combination of long eye relief, very close minimum focus distance, and generous field of view. A tough, protein rubber exterior covers the durable yet lightweight magnesium-alloy housing, which is 100% waterproof/fogproof. Slide-and-lock eyecups are standard. Includes case, neck strap, eyepiece rainguard, and objective lens caps. Backed by Nikon's 25-year limited warranty.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Easy on the eyes., January 25, 2009

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Richard G. Ulsh (Modesto, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Nikon Venturer 8x42 LX Waterproof Binocular (Electronics)

Having several pairs of high end binoculars I have arrived (finally) at the conclusion that qualitative differences are at best subjective. Whereas the Pentax's "snap" into focus, Minox HG's require more effort but ultimately arrive at an image that is every bit as sharp (if not sharper) after fine tuning the focus knob. The effort required in focusing the Nikons is somewhere in between. The strength of the Nikons is in their contrast and in the complete lack of eye fatigue experienced after extended viewing. In short, they are "easy on the eyes".