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title: "Vortex Optics Viper HD Roof Prism Binoculars 8x42"
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# Waterproof & fogproof lifetime seal 8x magnification for crisp detail Scratch-resistant ArmorTek lens coating Vortex Optics Viper HD Roof Prism Binoculars 8x42

**Brand:** vortex
**Price:** VT234797
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔭 See More, Miss Less — Elevate Every Outdoor Moment

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Vortex Optics Viper HD Roof Prism Binoculars 8x42 by vortex
- **How much does it cost?** VT234797 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.vu](https://www.desertcart.vu/products/67557924-vortex-optics-viper-hd-roof-prism-binoculars-8x42)

## Best For

- vortex enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted vortex brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Ultra-Clear HD Optics:** High-density BAK4 prisms with XR coatings deliver stunning edge-to-edge clarity and vibrant color fidelity.
- • **All-Weather Durability:** Argon purged and O-ring sealed for guaranteed waterproof and fogproof performance, no matter the conditions.
- • **Ergonomic Comfort Grip:** Rubber armored chassis with thumb indents ensures fatigue-free handling during long outdoor adventures.
- • **Ready-to-Go Carry System:** Includes GlassPak chest harness for secure, strain-free, and instant access in the field.
- • **Precision 8x Magnification:** Experience razor-sharp views with perfect balance between power and stability.

## Overview

The Vortex Optics Viper HD Roof Prism Binoculars 8x42 combine professional-grade HD optics with rugged, waterproof construction and ergonomic design. Featuring 8x magnification, 42mm objective lenses, and advanced XR anti-reflective coatings, these binoculars deliver bright, sharp, and edge-to-edge clear views in any light. Built to last with Argon purging, O-ring seals, and scratch-resistant ArmorTek coatings, they come with a GlassPak chest harness for comfortable, all-day carry—making them the ultimate companion for hunters, birders, and outdoor pros who demand clarity and durability in the field.

## Description

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.

Review: Great bins for the money - Nice solid pair of binoculars. Clear, sharp. Feels well balanced. Nice rubber grip. All the reviews I read said it was as good as thousand dollar pairs, and I couldn't contradict. The harness bag is a nice plus, and fits well over the shoulders although the strap configuration is a bit hard to figure out at first. The only knock I have on them is that for my eye prescription, left eye nearsighted, right eye farsighted, the difference was too much for the diopter to account for. Which is strange, because I can make it work on my cheaper Celestron Nature DX. But as I mostly use one eye or the other anyway, and I have a new pair of glasses coming, this is not a deal breaker. And would not be an issue for most people. I went back and looked at my instructions from the Celestron, and even they say you may need to wear your glasses if your prescription is nearsighted. Indeed, with glasses, the Vortex diopter works just fine -- I just don't like the extra fringe light that lets in. anyway, I am happy with them and would recommend for the price.
Review: Great Value For A Quality Optical Instrument With A Unconditional Warranty- Rated Best Of All! - This is a gem of a binocular (with Optimum High Density BAK4 Prisms) rated by some magazines dedicated to boating and yachting as one of the recent most Afffordable Yet Durable/Professional Units, and heartily agree with those sources. I have an excellant mega- bucks Swaro Binocular also in 8X42 and this unit comes very, very close to its performance. Colour and depth of field are suberb and described by the seller exactly and well made too. Argon gassed (better than Nitrogen) and well armoured makes this unit vertually indestructable, and with the Vortex VIP Warranty makes this binocular an optical instrument a treasure. I made use of the desertcart- Time Span Payment Plan which makes this unit very affordable: All Interest Free! desertcart has this priced right and comes well packaged against all sorts of conditions during shipping and came in prestine condition and on time. This is a unit which can be passed from one generation to the next without losing its warranty too! Overall I give it a rating as: OUTSTANDING! The minor item is that the Binocular Case is a bit archaic, but gives great protection, along with pockets to add lens tissue (available from desertcart-economically priced), and lens dusting tools. As a person who has been in the Optical Retail Business and now engaged in the Maritime/Merchant Marine Profession, I highly recommend the 8 Power as any higher the user will notice increased: "Magnification Image Movement" with loss of image stablity/clarity. Ten Power is the Absolute Maximum Magnification as any higher power the user will experience "Image Dance," and the older one gets the harder it will be to keep the binocular steady unless Tripod Mounted. For Birding, Whale Watching, Astronomical Applications, Maritime uses: Bridge Watch, Navigation, Lookout Watches, Safety-At-Sea, Pleasure Craft Use, plus Intra-Coastal Waterway/High Seas applications go with Vortex Viper- you will not regret the purhase.

## Features

- 8x magnification and 42mm objective lenses, the 2018 Viper HD is a high-end, full-size yet compact binocular that is suited for any hunt. An easy-to-grip, rubber armored chasis with perfectly placed thumb indents provides superior ergonomics.
- A high density optical system delivers exeptional resolution and edge to edge clarity. XR anti-relfective lens coatings give bright, full views even in low light situations.
- A locking, right-eye diopter tailors each barrels' focus to your eyes. The smooth, center focus wheel provides fine focus control and quick sharp views. Twist-up eyecups rest comfortably against the face and provide customized eye relief.
- Argon purging and o-ring seals provide a lifetime of waterproof and fogproof performance. Ultra-hard, scratch resistant armortek protects the exterior lenses from scratches, oil, and dirt.
- In the field, you should have no trouble reaching them at a moment’s notice with the included GlassPak Chest Harness providing comfortable, protected, strain-free, all-day carry.Field of View:409 feet @ 1000 yd / 135.8 m @ 1000 m

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07BR1VPYD |
| Best Sellers Rank | #110 in Camera & Photo Products ( See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products ) #60 in Binoculars |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (378) |
| Date First Available | March 27, 2018 |
| Department | unisex-adult |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 1.5 pounds |
| Item model number | V200 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | Vortex Optics |
| Product Dimensions | 12.5 x 10.85 x 11.05 inches |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Vortex
- **Magnification Maximum:** 8
- **Objective Lens Diameter:** 42 Millimeters
- **Special Feature:** Fog Proof

## Images

![Vortex Optics Viper HD Roof Prism Binoculars 8x42 - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81JwEHO8bOL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Is there a truly significant difference between the Viper and, say, Monarch 5 binoculars in terms of quality?**
A: I am not familiar with Monarch but I can tell you that Vortex quality, both build and optical, is top notch..their warranty is also great! They say simply 'if it’s broke we want to fix it, we don't care where you bought or how it got broken we'll fix it free'. Even if you bought at a garage sale they'll still fix it. As far as optics the only thing I’ve found that I thought was better was Swarovski but at $4000 they were out of my budget.

**Q: Do they still come with a lifetime warranty?**
A: Yes, they do.  If you watch the video that is on the Amazon page, they state at the end that they are covered for a lifetime warranty.

**Q: Does this come with case and strap?**
A: Yes.  Neck strap and shoulder strap.

**Q: Are this pair suitable for viewing aero show performance besides bird watching?**
A: Hello, Id go for the lower magnification for that.  With the aircraft moving so fast it may be hard to keep the focus as fast as they are, but it is doable.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great bins for the money
*by T***R on June 27, 2025*

Nice solid pair of binoculars. Clear, sharp. Feels well balanced. Nice rubber grip. All the reviews I read said it was as good as thousand dollar pairs, and I couldn't contradict. The harness bag is a nice plus, and fits well over the shoulders although the strap configuration is a bit hard to figure out at first. The only knock I have on them is that for my eye prescription, left eye nearsighted, right eye farsighted, the difference was too much for the diopter to account for. Which is strange, because I can make it work on my cheaper Celestron Nature DX. But as I mostly use one eye or the other anyway, and I have a new pair of glasses coming, this is not a deal breaker. And would not be an issue for most people. I went back and looked at my instructions from the Celestron, and even they say you may need to wear your glasses if your prescription is nearsighted. Indeed, with glasses, the Vortex diopter works just fine -- I just don't like the extra fringe light that lets in. anyway, I am happy with them and would recommend for the price.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Value For A Quality Optical Instrument With A Unconditional Warranty- Rated Best Of All!
*by A***R on May 13, 2025*

This is a gem of a binocular (with Optimum High Density BAK4 Prisms) rated by some magazines dedicated to boating and yachting as one of the recent most Afffordable Yet Durable/Professional Units, and heartily agree with those sources. I have an excellant mega- bucks Swaro Binocular also in 8X42 and this unit comes very, very close to its performance. Colour and depth of field are suberb and described by the seller exactly and well made too. Argon gassed (better than Nitrogen) and well armoured makes this unit vertually indestructable, and with the Vortex VIP Warranty makes this binocular an optical instrument a treasure. I made use of the Amazon- Time Span Payment Plan which makes this unit very affordable: All Interest Free! Amazon has this priced right and comes well packaged against all sorts of conditions during shipping and came in prestine condition and on time. This is a unit which can be passed from one generation to the next without losing its warranty too! Overall I give it a rating as: OUTSTANDING! The minor item is that the Binocular Case is a bit archaic, but gives great protection, along with pockets to add lens tissue (available from Amazon-economically priced), and lens dusting tools. As a person who has been in the Optical Retail Business and now engaged in the Maritime/Merchant Marine Profession, I highly recommend the 8 Power as any higher the user will notice increased: "Magnification Image Movement" with loss of image stablity/clarity. Ten Power is the Absolute Maximum Magnification as any higher power the user will experience "Image Dance," and the older one gets the harder it will be to keep the binocular steady unless Tripod Mounted. For Birding, Whale Watching, Astronomical Applications, Maritime uses: Bridge Watch, Navigation, Lookout Watches, Safety-At-Sea, Pleasure Craft Use, plus Intra-Coastal Waterway/High Seas applications go with Vortex Viper- you will not regret the purhase.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Binoculars and Accessories, yes, but better than Nikon or Pentax?
*by A***R 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.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Vortex Optics Viper HD Roof Prism Binoculars 8x42
- Vortex Binocular Harness Strap
- Vortex Optics Harness Strap Connector Set

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