Bushnell Engage EDX 8x42 Binoculars

The Bushnell Engage EDX 8x42 (product ID 54997620556151) is an 8x magnification binocular with a 42mm objective lens. That pairing gives you a 5.25mm exit pupil solid for low light and a class-leading field of view of 426 feet at 1000 yards. No tunnel vision. It suits birdwatching, wildlife watching and general outdoor use.

The optics are built around fully multi-coated ED Prime glass delivering sharp colour, resolution and contrast even in poor light. Dielectric prism coatings push light transmission to 92%. PC-3 phase coatings sharpen resolution and contrast further. The result is bright, accurate images with strong colour reproduction.

The chassis is magnesium lightweight at 726g yet tough. Rubber armouring improves grip. It is waterproof and nitrogen filled so it stays fogproof in cold or wet conditions. Eye relief is 17mm. Bushnell's EXO Barrier coating bonds to the outer lens surfaces and repels water, oil, fog, dust and debris meaning less cleaning in the field.

The Engage EDX 8x42 carries a lifetime manufacturer warranty. ED glass, dielectric prisms, EXO Barrier and a magnesium chassis at this specification level make it a serious performer for anyone who spends real time outdoors.

The 8x42 format gives a 5.25mm exit pupil good for low-light use. ED glass reduces chromatic aberration so colour fringing is minimised at the edges. Dielectric coatings on the roof prisms push light transmission to 92% which is well above standard silver-coated prisms. PC-3 phase coatings correct the phase shift that roof prisms introduce, recovering sharpness and contrast. EXO Barrier bonds molecularly to the outer glass surfaces. The 142-degree angular field of view is wide for an 8x42.

The chassis is magnesium alloy lightweight and stiff. Grip-enhancing rubber armouring covers the exterior. The optical elements use ED extra low dispersion glass. Prisms carry dielectric and PC-3 phase coatings. Outer lens surfaces have Bushnell's EXO Barrier bonded coating to repel water, oil and debris.

Brush loose dust off lenses before wiping with a soft cloth. Store in the supplied case when not in use. Keep the hinge and eyecups free of grit. Store in a dry place. The lifetime warranty depends on normal careful use avoid impacts and never use solvents on the lenses.