Field Issue 8x42 Waterproof Binoculars
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The most compact
full-size bino ever made
Full-size clarity and low-light performance in a binocular built to go wherever curiosity leads.
Forrest Galante Tested
Field biologist Forrest Galante doesn’t waste time on gear that lets him down. After two decades of wading through remote rivers and scaling mountains to track rare species — Field Issue 42mm is the optic he swears by.
Most Compact Form Ever
Engineered to be the most compact full-size 42mm binocular ever made, packing class-leading performance into a lighter, streamlined chassis.
Field Durability
Wrapped in Nocs ToughWave™ Armor and fully waterproof and fogproof, it’s built to handle real conditions without compromising precision.
Expansive Clarity
Full-size optical power with an ultra-wide field of view and exceptional low-light performance, delivering bright, immersive detail from edge to edge.
| Specs | ||
|---|---|---|
| 8x42 | 10x42 | |
| Power | 8x | 10x |
| Objective Lens | 42mm | 42 mm |
| Exit Pupil Diameter | 4.3 mm | 5.4 mm |
| Field of View | 108 m @ 1000 m / 326 ft @ 1000 yds (6.2°) | 130 m @ 1000 m / 394 ft @ 1000 yds (7.5°) |
| Close Focus (Minimum Focal Length) | 2 m / 6.6 ft | 2 m / 6.6 ft |
| Number of Lenses | 6 pieces, 4 groups (per side) | 6 pieces, 4 groups (per side) |
| Lens Coating Type | HiFi Fully Multi-Coated | – |
| Prism Type | Roof / Coated BaK4 | Roof / Coated BaK4 |
| Waterproofing | IPX7 (1 m / 30 min) | IPX7 (1 m / 30 min) |
| Fogproofing | Nitrogen filled, o-ring sealed | Nitrogen filled, o-ring sealed |
| Diopter System | ±3º | ±3º |
| Eyecup System | Multi Stop Twist Up | Multi Stop Twist Up |
| Eye Relief | 14.9 mm / 0.6 in | 20.4 mm / 0.8 in |
| Interpupillary Distance | 59 mm - 74 mm / 2.32 in - 2.91 in | 59 mm - 74 mm / 2.32 in - 2.91 in |
| Dimensions | 136 mm x 123 mm x 59 mm / 5.4 in × 4.8 in × 2.3 in | 136 mm x 123 mm x 59 mm / 5.4 in × 4.8 in × 2.3 in |
| Height | 59 mm / 2.3 in | 59 mm / 2.3 in |
| Weight | 571 g / 1.3 lb | 571 g / 1.3 lb |
| Tripod Compatible | Yes | Yes |
| Relative Brightness | 17.64 | 27.56 |
| Compatible Accessories | Nocloc Woven Tapestry Strap, Nocloc Approach Strap, Photo Rig, Tripod Adapter, Field Issue Pouch | Nocloc Woven Tapestry Strap, Nocloc Approach Strap, Photo Rig, Tripod Adapter, Field Issue Pouch |
| Resolution | ≤4.37" | ≤4.37" |
Seek The Unseen
Nocs was born at the Citadel of Excitement, with a dream of juicing every last drop of our time outside. We kept wishing we had a set of nocs enough times where finally one day we bought some. And we used them every day. Checking the surf. Exploring backcountry lines. Watching our raccoon pals emerge at night. Seeing the world differently. On a closer level.
