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Binoculars up to 8x

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15 binoculars up to 8x from Nikon, Bushnell, Celestron and more. Most cost $99 to $289, and half cost less than $149.

Top brands: Nikon (5)

Nikon

8x or less, Under 32 mm

+Ultra-compact design for easy packing
+Fogproof construction for humid or changing conditions
+Waterproof construction for wet outdoor use
−Small 25 mm objective lens gives less light in dim conditions
$99.99-17%List: $119.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:26 PST - Details
Bushnell

8x or less, Over 42 mm

+Waterproof: only 29 of 59 here have one
$96.14-20%List: $119.95
as of 11/03/2026 22:16 PST - Details
NikonSpec score 9.5

8x or less, 32 to 42 mm

+ED glass: only 8 of 59 here have one
+Waterproof: only 29 of 59 here have one
$289.98-15%List: $339.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:25 PST - Details
Vortex

8x or less, Under 32 mm, Porro

+Compact design for easy carrying
+Waterproof construction for wet conditions
+Fogproof for humid or cold use
−Under 32 mm lenses gather less light
−8x magnification or less limits distant viewing
$99.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:39 PST - Details
Bushnell

8x or less, 32 to 42 mm

+Fogproof and waterproof construction
+PermaFocus system needs no focusing
+8x magnification for steady handheld viewing
−32 mm lens gathers less light than 42 mm models
No price recorded yet.
Hawke

8x or less, 32 to 42 mm

+8x magnification with a 42 mm lens for balanced viewing
+Mid-size lens gathers more light than compact models
+Suited to general outdoor and wildlife viewing
−Larger 42 mm lens adds weight compared with compact models
$148.69
as of 11/04/2026 06:41 PST - Details
Athlon OpticsSpec score 9.5

8x or less, 32 to 42 mm

+Low 8x power for steadier handheld views
+Lens of 32 to 42 mm balances brightness and size
+Fogproof for use in changing temperatures
No price recorded yet.
Bushnell

8x or less, 32 to 42 mm

+Waterproof and fogproof construction for wet conditions
+8x magnification with 32 to 42 mm lenses
+Suitable for boating, hiking, and camping use
No price recorded yet.
VanguardSpec score 9.5

8x or less, 32 to 42 mm

+Waterproof construction for wet conditions
+Fogproof construction for humid conditions
+42 mm objective lens for good light gathering
No price recorded yet.
Vortex

8x or less, 32 to 42 mm

+Waterproof: only 29 of 59 here have one
No current price. Check it at the store.
Nikon

8x or less, 32 to 42 mm

+Waterproof: only 29 of 59 here have one
$156.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:25 PST - Details
NikonSpec score 9.5

8x or less, 32 to 42 mm

+ED glass: only 8 of 59 here have one
+Waterproof: only 29 of 59 here have one
$536.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:25 PST - Details
Nikon

8x or less, Under 32 mm

+Waterproof: only 29 of 59 here have one
$206.95
as of 11/04/2026 00:25 PST - Details
SvbonySpec score 9.5

8x or less, 32 to 42 mm

+ED glass: only 8 of 59 here have one
+Waterproof: only 29 of 59 here have one
$139.99
as of 11/04/2026 05:36 PST - Details

Compare specs

pair of binocularsMagnificationLens sizeSpec scorePrice
8x or lessUnder 32 mmn/a$99.99
as of 11/04/2026 00:26 PST - Details
8x or lessOver 42 mmn/a$96.14
as of 11/03/2026 22:16 PST - Details
8x or less32 to 42 mm9.5$289.98
as of 11/04/2026 00:25 PST - Details
8x or lessUnder 32 mmn/a$99.00
as of 11/04/2026 07:39 PST - Details
8x or less32 to 42 mmn/aNo current price
8x or less32 to 42 mmn/a$148.69
as of 11/04/2026 06:41 PST - Details
8x or less32 to 42 mm9.5No current price
8x or less32 to 42 mmn/aNo current price
8x or less32 to 42 mm9.5No current price
8x or less32 to 42 mmn/aNo current price

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