Nikon 12x42 Monarch 5 Binocular with 5 Degree Angle of View, Black
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Nikon 12x42 Monarch 5 Water Proof Roof Prism Binocular with 5 Degree Angle of View, Black

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2021-11-08T10:30:38

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for watching birds and wildlife

They work great even in low light. I had a model which didn't work well with glasses. The design on these Nikon Monarch 5's work great with or without glasses.The clarity is unbelievable, the compactness is very nice, the lens cover design is great and being waterproof gives us piece of mind in the nature.

RICK T.

2021-08-10T08:57:04

Rated 5 out of 5

Nikon 12x42 binacular

Like it a lot. But I need the 16x56

ISAAC Z.

2021-07-20T12:05:49

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Pair of Binoculars

Cannot go wrong with Nikon ! Great Binoculars Recommend for bird and sports watching

Susan R.

2021-01-06T05:46:17

Rated 5 out of 5

High Quality Binoculars.

Very clear, bright and sharp image. I had mine since 2016 and every time, I take them out to the field, I don't have any issues with them. Only thing I wished Nikon did on the monarch binos is to have tripod mounting adaptor system where you can mount them on tripods and I'm not talking about the Velcro straps.

Rammy

2019-07-01T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Excellent Quality Binoculars

Bought these for better bird watching and the clarity is fabulous. Weight very manageable and very easy to use. Adjustable eyes cups very comfortable.

TFR P.

2019-03-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

A binocular with seriously great features

I have had this product for several years and it is impressive. Besides the warranty this item exceeds my expectation for it' construction and build. It is a very solid binoculars and the roof prism is different from the Monarch 3. It does not have a yellowish hue from the silver roof prism. The colors are more true to it's original color. I originally bought this to help me with viewing nature and it can not be beat. much better imaging than many of it's competitors with a wonderful price to boot.

Pallet c.

2019-01-08T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Good, but could be better

I owned a pair of Nikon ATB Realtree camo 12x42 for a long time, and hunting one day the focus eye cups broke and the prism inside the binoculars came loose and I was no longer able to focus them. I sent them to Nikon to get fixed and they replaced them with the Nikon Monarch 5 12x42 black. The pros: they are lightweight, crystal clear and the image is 100 times better than my old Nikon. They are slightly smaller. I like the feel of them but wish they were camo. The focus knob is really sensitive almost to sensitive. The cons: They could be a bit brighter in the mornings and evenings, I don't know if its the 12x magnification that makes them a little darker at crucial time, but they are still better than the old Nikon. The other problem i have is the covers it is a good design but they still suck. The bottom eye covers pop out and the top cover is just a joke in its self. I don't understand why binocular companies not just Nikon can't produce a lens cover that is effective. Over all the binoculars are really awesome, I am a avid hunter I hunt all the time in the Mississippi Delta. I hunt ducks, deer, hogs, squirrels, and everything else. I would highly recommend these to anyone and would take them on any hunting trip or sight seeing adventure.

Delta H.

2018-03-28T08:33:24

Rated 5 out of 5

Binocular

Great product,easy to use,

Susan L.

2017-07-27T20:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

As expected

Performed as expected. Happy with my purchase. Would recommend.

Binoreviewer

2017-07-18T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Love these!

Had these for a year, and I love them. Very clear.

nikonfan2

2017-05-18T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Monarch 5 12x42

I haven't had these long, but I love them. I wear glasses, and for once I've found a pair of binoculars that I don't have to take them off to use! I can't believe the power of them. 20/20 vision and you can see specific single hairs on an animal. Five star!

FarmLand

2017-03-23T20:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Great Product!!!!

I love this product!!! I use for sporting events and for birding. It is very easy to use and lightweight. I was kinda worry about making this much of a investment, but you pay for what you get! You will not be dissapointed!

Nikon B.

2017-02-15T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

MONARCH 5

This is a Sure win.I have several Nikon products and this is another Great product - now they can work on a 14 or 16x42, but these are working out to my specs; clear, easy to handle, and element proof!

Batman96706

2017-02-15T19:00:00

Rated 5 out of 5

Highly Recommended

Very happy with my purchase. Excellent workmanship!!

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Nikon 12x42 Monarch 5 Binocular with 5 Degree Angle of View, Black Specifications

  • Type

    Dach prism central focusing type

  • Focusing System

    Central Focus

  • Magnification

    12x

  • Objective Diameter

    42mm

  • Angular Field of View

    5 Degree (Real)
    55.3 Degree (apparent)

  • Field of view at 1,000m/yd

    261 (79.5m)

  • Close focusing distance

    7.8' (2.37m)

  • Exit Pupil

    3.5mm

  • Eye Relief

    15.1mm

  • Phase Coating

    Yes

  • Dielectric Coating

    Yes

  • Waterproof/Fogproof

    Yes

  • Prism

    Roof

  • ED Glass

    Yes

  • Dimensions (L x W)

    5.7 x 5.1" (145 x 129mm)

  • Weight

    21.2 oz (600g)

  • UPC Code

    018208075782

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About Nikon 12x42 Monarch 5 Binocular with 5 Degree Angle of View, Black

FEATURED REVIEWS

Monarch 5 12x42

By FarmLand

I haven't had these long, but I love them. I wear glasses, and for once I've found a pair of binoculars that I don't have to take them off to use! I can't believe the power of them. 20/20 vision and you can see specific single hairs on an animal. Five star!

Great Product!!!!

By Nikon B.

I love this product!!! I use for sporting events and for birding. It is very easy to use and lightweight. I was kinda worry about making this much of a investment, but you pay for what you get! You will not be dissapointed!

Lightweight Champion of Dawn & Dusk
Even with an uncontested heritage of all-conditions optical performance, the all-new MONARCH 5 further elevates its game with improved agility and advanced low light brilliance. By shaving nearly an ounce of weight from its rugged frame, the new MONARCH 5 is more athletic than ever, while the addition of Nikon ED glass lenses puts it in a class of its own for battling darkness with sharp, high-contrast views.

Nikon's ED Glass Lenses
RThe Difference Is Clear

All MONARCH 5 binoculars are now built with Nikon's legendary ED (Extra-low Dispersion) glass lenses, which correct chromatic aberrations across the furthest limits of the visible light range and effectively compensate for color fringing. Even when observing objects that would make chromatic aberration the most apparent - such as adjacent whites and blacks - the images will maintain superior contrast and resolution thanks to the ED glass lenses. The improved resolution also provides brighter, more natural looking images, making the MONARCH 5 a serious contender to be your "go-to" binocular for years to come.

Extremely Portable
RNow Lighter Than Ever Before

Almost a full ounce lighter than its predecessors, the new MONARCH 5 is even easier to take with you on your next outing. Its small size, combined with a sleek easy-to-grip body design, makes it the ultimate binocular to carry with you.

Enjoy Comfortable Viewing
RNikon's High-Eyepoint Design

Nikon has manufactured the MONARCH 5 binoculars, as well as many other of its optics, with a high-eyepoint design. This provides a clear field of view for everyone, even when the user is wearing eyeglasses, with sufficient space between the user's brow and the binocular's eyecups.

Greater Light Transmission
RFully Multicoated Eco-Glass Lenses

Multilayer coatings, which provide an even higher light transmittance across the entire visible light spectrum, are applied to all of the lens and prism surfaces that transmit light. This minimizes the loss of light due to reflection, thereby ensuring a more natural, clearer view.

Rich, Accurate Colors
Dielectric High-Reflective Multilayer Prism Coating

Applied to all lenses and prism surfaces, this technique provides almost the same brightness as that perceived by the naked eye, and clear high-contrast images that display accurate color reproduction.

Turn-and-Slide Rubber Eyecups
The turn-and-slide rubber eyecups allow users to adjust the eye-relief for a custom fit - providing a full field of view and maximum comfort during extended periods of use.

Durable Rubber-Armored Body
Built to handle any environment, the MONARCH 5 has a rubber-armored coating to withstand extreme use and provide a non-slip grip, even in the wettest conditions.

Smooth Central Focus Knob
With this simple and intuitive design, bringing objects into focus has never been easier.

Waterproof and Fogproof
MONARCH 5 binoculars are Nitrogen filled and O-Ring sealed for complete waterproof and fogproof performance

Nikon 12x42 Monarch 5 Binocular with 5 Degree Angle of View, Black Features

  • Extremely lightweight
  • Legendary Nikon ED (Extra-low Dispersion) Glass Lenses
  • Dielectric High-Reflective Mulitlayer Prism Coating
  • Fully Multicoated lenses
  • Waterproof/Fogproof
  • Flip-Down Objective Lens Covers
  • Phase-correction coated prisms
  • Smooth central focus knob
  • Multi-setting click stop eyecups
  • Precison aligned optics
  • Durable and protective rubber-armored coating

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Key Features

  • Extremely lightweight
  • Legendary Nikon ED (Extra-low Dispersion) Glass Lenses
  • Dielectric High-Reflective Mulitlayer Prism Coating
  • Fully Multicoated lenses
  • Waterproof/Fogproof
  • Flip-Down Objective Lens Covers

What's in the box:

  • 12x42 Monarch 5 Water Proof Roof Prism Binocular
  • Eyepiece Cap
  • 2x Objective Lens Cap
  • Soft Case
  • Neck Strap
  • Nikon 25 Year Limited Warranty