Video capture is full HD 1080p, which is respectable for its class. The onboard IR illuminator allows long-range subjects to be comfortably viewed day or night – although we discovered that this feature can quickly sap the monocular's battery (and batteries aren't included out of the box). This monocular is pricey for those on a low budget, but what you do get is built-in WiFi, which enables users to live-stream footage straight to a mobile device and even controls the zoom for video, image capture, and IR brightness direct. It's water-resistant for use in a variety of outdoor conditions and comes with a magnification factor that, at 6x, is bigger than a good proportion of monoculars with the nighttime capability, and comes with an effective light-gathering 50mm lens. If you're looking to try some night-time nature-spotting, then we recommend giving the Bushnell Equinox Z2 6x50 Night Vision Monocular a try. Isn't comfortable to use for long periods Read our full Hawke Endurance ED 8x42 monocular review. Our only criticism is that if you're looking to mount the monocular to a tripod, you'll need to purchase a ball and socket head: the position of the existing thread isn't as supportive as we'd hoped. The focusing knob is smooth to operate and can be fine-tuned enough to ensure that images are critically sharp. Observations are a suitably bright image that boasts clarity thanks to the light-gathering prowess of the multi-coated 42mm objective and the phase-corrected glass prisms, BAK-4 prisms.ĭue to its light weight of 320g, the monocular is easily carried. The 8x magnification gives you a great all-purpose view of what's in the bushes, or on the horizon. The overall build is of excellent quality and will last wilderness enthusiasts for many observing sessions to come. Looking for a great waterproof monocular? The Hawke Endurance 8x42 has a multi-coated lens, a rubber-coated exterior, and a wide field of view – and can be used in the wet as well as the wilds, as its Endurance name suggests. Needs a ball and socket head to mount on tripod Thanks to f/1.4 which is auto-adjusted to either night or daytime use, this handy device will be able to record all your interesting finds thanks to onboard recording and a 32GB microSD card provided, the card slot is located at the back of the device, just below the eyepiece where you will also find the battery compartment, which takes one AA battery. This makes sure all your wildlife spots are in focus and can be seen clearly, and talking of being able to see clearly, if you are out in cloudy conditions the cub is also equipped with an 8-range brightness setting within the monocular, so you'll be sure you won't miss anything interesting on your travels. You will be able to see birds and wildlife from a good distance thanks to its range of 150 meters and you will also find handy buttons located on the top of the device for 3x optical magnification and 2x digital zoom. This compact and pocketable digital monocular is able to provide night vision with a 7-stage range of sensitivity and is also able to provide color viewing for when out and about during the day. Read our full Leica Monovid 8x20 monocular review The Leica Monovid 8x20 is much more expensive compared to factory-made units, so much so you might want to add it to your list of insured items. You might be getting class-leading performance, but you'll need to pay top dollar for it. What's more, the Monovid 8x20 is comfortable to use too, thanks to a rugged surface, 15mm eye relief, and handy central focusing knob. Despite being as compact as a tube of Smarties, the observer will be treated to fine detail through this monocular.
In the provided cylindrical carry case, you also get a close-up lens offering 8x magnification at distances as close as 25cm. That makes the Leica Monovid 8x20 much better than just being splash-resistant. Meanwhile, the waterproofed construction allows observers to submerge it in water up to depths of almost 5 meters. This monocular’s strong yet portably lightweight aluminum housing (just 112g in weight) is nitrogen-filled to prevent internal fogging, whatever climate it’s being used in. When you buy a handcrafted Leica product you expect a build quality like no other, along with a splash of style and elegance – that's very much the case with the Monovid offering.
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