Nikon MONARCH M5 10x42 Binoculars (16768)
- Brand:
- Nikon
- Part no:
- 16768
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Where to buy
Specifications
- Magnification
- 10 x
- Objective
- 42 mm
- Waterproof
- Waterproof
- Focus
- Centre
- Fogproof
- Yes
- Weight
- 640.6 g
The Nikon MONARCH M5 10x42 is a central-focus binocular with 10x magnification and 42 mm objective lenses. Real field of view is 5.6 degrees, which works out to 293 ft at 1,000 yards, with an apparent field of 52.1 degrees. Weight is 22.6 oz (640.6 g). For use near water, the maker lists it as waterproof down to 3.3 ft, fogproof and nitrogen filled. Close focus is 8.2 ft. Eye relief is 18.4 mm and exit pupil is 4.2 mm, which matters if you wear glasses. An earlier Monarch 5 review describes the view as bright, pin-sharp and false-colour free, and praises the light weight.
Our take
This suits a sailor who wants a sharp, light 10x42 for general watching and can live with its limits. At 10x, expect more hand shake on a moving deck. The apparent field is narrow by current standards, and the reviewer of the earlier Monarch 5 says the waterproofing may not match the best for immersion. Look elsewhere if you need a wide view or heavy-duty dunking protection.
From our buying guide
Steiner calls 7x the marine standard. Higher magnification narrows the field of view and makes the image more sensitive to hand shake.
Check before you buy:
- The water rating comes with its depth and time, since ratings vary widely between makers.
- The maker says what floats, the body or only a strap, since some make no flotation claim at all.
- A stabilised pair has a water rating you're happy with, since not every one carries a waterproof rating.
Other versions
| Photo | Version and size | Price and link |
|---|---|---|
 | Nikon Monarch M5 10x42 ED Binoculars 16768 Magnification: 10 x · Objective: 42 mm | View on Amazonpaid link |
 | Nikon MONARCH M5 12x42 binoculars Magnification: 12 x · Objective: 42 mm · Waterproof: Waterproof | View on Amazonpaid link |
 | Nikon MONARCH M5 12x42 Binoculars Magnification: 12 x · Objective: 42 mm · Waterproof: Waterproof | View on Amazonpaid link |
 | Nikon Monarch M5 12x42 Binoculars 16769 Magnification: 12 x · Objective: 42 mm · Waterproof: Waterproof | View on Amazonpaid link |
 | Nikon MONARCH M5 8x42 binoculars Magnification: 8 x · Objective: 42 mm · Waterproof: Waterproof | View on Amazonpaid link |
 | Nikon Monarch M5 8x42 Binoculars 16767 Magnification: 8 x · Objective: 42 mm | View on Amazonpaid link |