Vortex Diamondback 10x42 Binocular (D241)
- Brand:
- Vortex
- Part no:
- D241
Where to buy
Specifications
- Magnification
- 10 x
- Objective
- 42 mm
- Waterproof
- Waterproof
- Fogproof
- Yes
- Field of view at 1000m
- 114.54 m
- Weight
- 694 g
The Vortex Diamondback D241 is a 10x42 roof prism binocular with phase corrected prisms and fully multicoated optics. One centre focus wheel handles focusing, and the housing is armoured in rubber. The field of view is 114.54 m at 1000 m, and the binocular weighs 694 g. The Diamondback is a Vortex model line, and this one carries the model number D241. It focuses with a single centre wheel, so one hand does the work.
Our take
At 694 g, this 10x42 Diamondback has some heft, and your arms will notice it if you hold it up for a long look from the cockpit. The single centre focus wheel keeps refocusing to one movement of the hand.
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.