Nikon ACTION 8x42 binoculars (Nikon, SKU: BAA970WA) are a classic Porro-prism design built for comfortable viewing of wildlife and landscapes. The 42 mm objective lenses deliver a bright daytime image, while Nikon’s multilayer lens coatings help reduce glare and improve contrast. A rubber-armored body provides a secure grip for outdoor use.

Key features

• Porro prism optical design
• 42 mm objectives for bright daytime viewing
• multilayer lens coatings to reduce reflections and enhance contrast
• wide field of view of 140 m/1000 m for easier subject tracking
• long eye relief of 17.3 mm for comfortable viewing with glasses
• multi-step rubber twist/slide eyecups for a consistent eye position
• rubber-armored housing for improved grip and added protection

In the box

• Nikon ACTION 8x42 binoculars

Technical specifications

• magnification: 8x
• objective diameter: 42 mm
• prism type: Porro
• angular field of view (real): 8°
• angular field of view (apparent, ISO14132-1:2015): 58.4°
• field of view at 1000 m: 140 m
• exit pupil: 5.3 mm
• relative brightness: 28.1
• eye relief: 17.3 mm
• close focus distance: 5.0 m
• interpupillary distance adjustment: 56–72 mm
• dimensions (L × W × D): 149 × 193 × 59 mm
• weight: 790 g

The ACTION 8x42 is a versatile outdoor binocular for nature, birdwatching and scenic viewing when a bright image and a wide field of view matter most.