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Your cart is empty.Viper HD binoculars are an optical masterpiece, giving hunters, shooters and outdoor enthusiasts a great option. The HD optical system delivers stunning resolution, color fidelity and edge-to-edge clarity. These are one of the lightest, most compact, full-size binos on the market: a noteworthy attribute when gear consideration can be measured in grams. Includes GlassPak chest harness, keeping your binos at the ready while providing comfortable, protected, strain-free, all-day carry.
Particular
Reviewed in the United States on March 5, 2025
I did a lot of research on binoculars in this price range and everything pointed to the Vortex Vipers. I found them to have a very clear image and the build quality appeared to be excellent. A relative who does extensive big game hunting swears by Vortex and says they stand behind their lifetime warranty.
Customer
Reviewed in the United States on January 23, 2025
Outstanding build quality and optics for the price. This was an upgrade from a very dependable base model Eagle Optics (now Vortex) binocular I had used for 15 years.
Mark
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on January 10, 2025
Excellent optics, bright wide field of view, great colour, rugged and waterproof. As a birder, these bins are brilliant. I love them.
Pete H
Reviewed in the United States on September 14, 2024
These 8x42 HD Binoculars are excellent for bird watching. You can focus to as close as five feet. The binoculars relatively light and are waterproof. The is a diopter to adjest your right eye for accurate focus with both eyes. The price for these high-quality binoculars is lower than I've paid for other equivalent binoculars.
E Mac
Reviewed in the United States on December 8, 2024
I was impressed with the clarity and brightness of the Vipers. Did a little research and the 409' field of view @1000 yards plus the great reviews here helped me make my decision to choose the Vipers in 8x42. I use them mostly for birding. I like that Vortex stands behind their products, that is important to me.
Alex P.
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on October 26, 2024
Casual use ,walks views etc. perfect for my requirements, easy to use and very clear large depth of field. Not too heavy but enough to feel solid, all in all very pleased with purchase.
franek2
Reviewed in France on May 1, 2023
Le choix de jumelles est toujours un compromis entre des paramètres quelque peu contradictoires: grossissement, champ de vision, luminosité crépusculaire, poids, encombrement, prix. Même si ce ne sont pas non plus des jumelles de théâtre, celles ci sont un bon compromis à un tarif très raisonnable, pour la randonnée, l'observation des oiseaux ou mammifères, etc.Côté commande et livraison, aucun souci (livraison dans un casier Amazon Locker).
SPRA Family
Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2023
Good picture ans robouat build. Not worth the price
JM
Reviewed in Spain on September 5, 2022
Los recomiendo, son magníficos. Exteriormente se aprecia que son unos binoculares de calidad. Lo más destacable es la comodidad de uso. En buenas condiciones de luz se ve con la misma claridad que prismáticos de menor precio. Tengo unos Nikon que me costaron 190€ y casi no se aprecia la diferencia en la calidad de la imagen.
Ned Ryerson
Reviewed in the United States on September 15, 2021
My item is "Assembled in Philippines." The equipment performs nicely in general.Some reviews point to shortcomings in 2018 version of Viper, and here is what I found after looking for these shortcomings:Warm tint - I cannot find in my copyCenter pinning - I cannot find in my copyOuter 30% of image is smeared - in my copy, outer 15% has more distortion and is indeed unclearRight Diopter hard to adjust - in my copy, it is tight, but not an ordealPrism coating deteriorates after 5-6 years - I wonder how that review is possible since the product is on the market for only 3-4 yearsClosest focal distance is 6.5ft instead of 5ft as printed on box - true, but not bothering meDepth of view too shallow - yes, compared to my Steiner 7x50 (clear from 25yd to infinity). Someone may like the shallow view, because it makes the focal subject stand out. I don't.What I dislike:The factory neck strap is horribly rough. It rubs on neck like sandpaper.Overall, beautiful color, fantastic light transmission. Does feel a little heavy on the neck. Will update if that bothers me on a long hike.
MEmeryP
Reviewed in the United States on April 18, 2021
I purchased these to compare with Zeus Conquest and Vortex Razor, all 8x42 HD. My beloved pair of Zeus Victory’s were stolen during travel, and are now prohibitively expensive. I thought that I would select the Razor or Conquest, but I found those to be uncomfortably heavy for long birding. My fault for getting out of shape! These Vipers feel lighter, have sharp optics and nice features with telescopic adjustment of barrels to use with and without glasses. Nicely placed thumb rests for focus. CONS: Overall a bit stiffer in adjustments, particularly note that it took patience to adjust diopter: stiff to rotate, marks not in white like on Razor and tricky to unlock. Also my pair came with severed slot on one side for eye cup covers. I have written seller in hope of getting a replacement. I learned of these options from Audubon review and have not yet birdied with them but hope and expect happiness ; ) even at a more reasonable price point. Value for money.
Hashim
Reviewed in Australia on November 24, 2020
After doing some research I ended up purchasing the Vortex Viper 8x42. Im very happy with this purchase. To start with the uncondtional Vip lifetime warranty is amazing. It adds to peace of mind! It comes with the glaspak chest harness and it really fits well. I used the manual to set my binos up and I was really amazed at the clarity. Some say these binos are a tad heavy but I think I prefer it being heavy. It feels very stable in my hands and the construction just feels very sturdy. The ultimate test for these binos will call in the following 2 weeks. But so far just in the backyard it's really impressed me.
Adair
Reviewed in the United States on March 11, 2019
I ordered these (at 8x42 power) after reading and listening to all the overwhelmingly positive reviews. Some reviewers even claim that the Vortex Viper binoculars are as close as one can get to Swarovski EL's under $2k. Well, yes, I have found them to provide clear, crisp, bright optics--no doubt about it. However, I compared them to my Monarch 5 and Pentax SD's--also at 8x42--and frankly, I cannot really tell a major difference. The Monarchs and Pentax are all in the $200-$250 price range, while the Vipers are double that. The Vipers are heavier than the Monarchs and I cannot tell which one is brighter after countless comparative tests. (The Pentax are slightly less bright.) I feel that the Viper beats the Pentax by a very very slight edge, but it was a tie with the Monarch 5's. The Vipers felt a bit lighter than the Pentax, but significantly heavier than the Monarchs. The Vipers come with superior accessories--the carry case in particular is way better and even comes with a harness. Of the three, the Pentax has the lousiest accessories, especially the objective lens caps-- utter crap on the Pentax. The caps on the Viper and Monarch 5, both attached to the lens barrels, are equal.So, what to conclude? Did I pay an extra $200 for a better carry case and a harness? Don't get me wrong--these are excellent binoculars. The quality of the optics cannot be denied. But I found the Monarch 5 optics just as good, and the Pentax only a smidgen behind. If there is an optical difference between the Viper and the Monarch 5, I couldn't tell. If you are looking for excellent mid-range binoculars and need to save some cash, go with the Monarch 5's. If money is no object, sure, get the Viper. They feel very solid in the hands.
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