Hi. My family has been using these compact Nikon binoculars to quickly get a closer look at the creatures that enter our backyard from the woods beyond. These are the glasses that are always out on our kitchen counter for “grab ‘em quick” access. We always leave the eyepiece caps/covers in place when the glasses are parked because they are easy to remove quickly (with the flick of a thumbnail to the centerpiece “squiggly” connector). I tell you this because it speaks to the overall quality of these binoculars and their ability to be handled frequent by many hands / multiple people. The rubber armor has a slightly nappy, texturized, surface that helps to make it secure to grasp and slip free. And when, and where, it counts, the armor is very effective at shrugging off frequent “pick them up and put them down” contact on hard (countertop) surfaces. It works well …
I find that the ergonomics of these Prostaff are fine for their price point. They fit comfortably “in hand” and are easy to adjust for different users. The (right eye) diopter, while slightly stiff to rotate, is aided by thumbnail friendly raised ridges on the adjustment ring. The eyepieces optics are wide at 22mm (my measurement) and provide a widescreen, relaxing, view. In total, the view they provide is both sharp and crisp and the optics’ color rendition is quite good for these Nikon’s modest cost.
The takeaway: As mentioned in my title, these are the glasses that I wish that I had in my early twenties when I spent a good amount of time with friends hiking, and camping, in the White Mountains of northern New Hampshire. These ruggedized, compact, binoculars would have made a home in a “quick access” side pocket on my pack. And, I’m confident, they would have survived their adventures. I feel that these Nikons provide a lot of value for their price and that they would … will … make a excellent gift that will be used for many years.
Nikon PROSTAFF P3 8x42 Binocular | Waterproof, fogproof, rubber-armored Full-Size Binocular, wide field of view & long eye re
4.7 | 661 ratings
Price: 120.7
Last update: 01-09-2025
About this item
Update to Award-Winning PROSTAFF 3S: Even higher optical performance, a wider, brighter of view and better durability
8X Magnification & 42 mm Objective Lenses: Great low-light performance with 28.1 relative brightness and a wide 377 ft field of view (at 1,000 yds) that's great for bird watching, backpacking, camping, boating, stargazing, astronomy, sports, concerts and more
Waterproof, Fogproof & Rugged: Can be submerged down to 3.3 ft (not intended for underwater use), nitrogen-purged to prevent fogging and coated with a slip-resistant rubber armor
Lightweight & Portable: 20.3 oz adult binoculars that fit comfortably in backpacks, sling bags, hip bags, and purses
Multilayer Lens Coatings & Adjustable Eye Cups: Eco-friendly glass with special coatings cut through glare and reflection, and adjustable eye cups with 20.2 mm of extra-long eye relief let you dial in a clear, comfortable view with or without eyeglasses
8X Magnification & 42 mm Objective Lenses: Great low-light performance with 28.1 relative brightness and a wide 377 ft field of view (at 1,000 yds) that's great for bird watching, backpacking, camping, boating, stargazing, astronomy, sports, concerts and more
Waterproof, Fogproof & Rugged: Can be submerged down to 3.3 ft (not intended for underwater use), nitrogen-purged to prevent fogging and coated with a slip-resistant rubber armor
Lightweight & Portable: 20.3 oz adult binoculars that fit comfortably in backpacks, sling bags, hip bags, and purses
Multilayer Lens Coatings & Adjustable Eye Cups: Eco-friendly glass with special coatings cut through glare and reflection, and adjustable eye cups with 20.2 mm of extra-long eye relief let you dial in a clear, comfortable view with or without eyeglasses
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 5.98 x 5.12 x 2.13 inches |
|---|---|
| Item Weight | 1.27 pounds |
| ASIN | B0B3JPP9T8 |
| Item model number | 16776 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars
488 ratings
4.7 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #42 in Camera & Photo Products (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products) #28 in Binoculars |
| Date First Available | June 9, 2022 |
| Department | unisex-adult |
| Manufacturer | NIKON |
Top reviews from the United States
Paul
These are the binoculars I wish I had when I was in my 20’s …
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2024
Paul
Reviewed in the United States on January 17, 2024
I find that the ergonomics of these Prostaff are fine for their price point. They fit comfortably “in hand” and are easy to adjust for different users. The (right eye) diopter, while slightly stiff to rotate, is aided by thumbnail friendly raised ridges on the adjustment ring. The eyepieces optics are wide at 22mm (my measurement) and provide a widescreen, relaxing, view. In total, the view they provide is both sharp and crisp and the optics’ color rendition is quite good for these Nikon’s modest cost.
The takeaway: As mentioned in my title, these are the glasses that I wish that I had in my early twenties when I spent a good amount of time with friends hiking, and camping, in the White Mountains of northern New Hampshire. These ruggedized, compact, binoculars would have made a home in a “quick access” side pocket on my pack. And, I’m confident, they would have survived their adventures. I feel that these Nikons provide a lot of value for their price and that they would … will … make a excellent gift that will be used for many years.
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MeJay46
Very good medium range binoculars
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Great, wide angle Binoculars
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Superb optics; not so good on an important detail
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Clear, sharp, bright image.
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Good value
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Good All Purpose Binoculars
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An Excellent choice!
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