VortexOptics Crossfire HD 8x42 Binoculars - HD Optical System, Tripod Adaptable, Rubber Armor, Waterproof, Fogproof, Shockproof, Included GlassPak - Unlimited, Unconditional Warranty

I rate these binoculars highly for several reasons. First, and no doubt most important to many, is the quality of the optics. Although I do not own a multi-thousand pair of binocs to compare these with I do own an assortment of binoculars, monoculars, and small scopes. Also have some older/vintage items that are high quality. These Crossfire binoculars impressed me with their clarity and overall performance in terms of quick focus and good field of view. I believe they are 8x and for me that is a good power to maintain a steady view of the subject at all ranges. A bonus is the Glasspak case/harness that was included with the purchase. I can see it being a very useful item if used for hunting or watching/spying from a fixed position over any lengthy period of time. All in all, am very pleased with this purchase and suspect that Vortex's higher end products are equally good quality and well worth their price.

Great binoculars! They sit comfortably in my hands and are easy to adjust. The view is clear and sharp — perfect for watching birds and other details. Very happy with them!

Really like these binoculars as I am a casual backyard birder. The HD option is wonderful which I never heard of previously. I switched out the neck strap for a longer more comfortable one from my old one and it is much better. I like the case to carry when we are on a boat in the Caribbean or traveling but will not use it as described. I would recommend the 8 X 42, no need to go up to a 10 for the casual bird watcher.

I have 6 pairs of binoculars including 10x42 and 12x42. The vortex set I got was the 8x42. I’m a bow hunter so I’m always looking for that great set of binoculars. This vortex set is a little heavier than my others. And by the way the other sets I have are off brand and range in prices from 30 bucks up to 130 bucks. The first thing I noticed was the quality of the build and they way they fit my hands. They are just more comfortable compared to my other sets. What I did like about these was the bino harness that is included. I’ve already got a vortex bino harness and they usually cost right around 25-30 bucks. There was a neck strap that is really nice along with a lens cloth and lens caps. There is a cover that can be taken off on the back side of the focus wheel so that you can use these with a tripod. Now this is the part most won’t like. The quality of the optics and magnification. When I look through these binoculars and then my others I really don’t see much of a difference. The image is clear. When I go back and forth between this pair and my other binos I honestly can’t really tell a difference besides the feel in my hands. Now I’ve been told this by a lot of people but me being me I had to know first hand. They was right. One bonus with these vs other brands though is the warranty. There’s a lifetime warranty on vortex. So in all your pretty much paying for the name and warranty. Like I said I’ve always been told there’s not much of a difference up until you start paying those high prices but right now I’m just hunting whitetail and turkey so I don’t need something extravagant. Although maybe one day I can. Until then I’m completely happy with my vortex optics.

Quality binoculars. Had great price.

Bought these for birding. They are slightly "heavy" when you compare other models. Vortex is a great band and the diamondback are lighter then these. But with the specs on these I'm very pleased. They come with a carrying pouch, lifetime guarantee. I think I'm a new fan of vortex gear now!

Lightweight, easy to use and set up. This is my first set of Binoculars.

I love these so much and the clarity! It’s very nice!