Specifications

• Specifications
  • Color

    Black
  • Size

    8x42
  • Magnification

    8
  • Lens Dia. (mm)

    42
  • Lens Dia. (inch)

    1.7
  • Field of View (°)

    8.1
  • Field of View (m@1000m)

    141
  • Field of View (ft@1000yd)

    423
  • Close Focus (m)

    1.9
  • Close Focus (f)

    6.2
  • Eye Relief (mm)

    20
  • Eye Relief (inch)

    0.8
  • IPD Range (mm)

    56~75
  • IPD Range (inch)

    2.2~3
  • Waterproof

    Yes
  • Prism Type

    Roof
  • Length (mm)

    152
  • Width (mm)

    132
  • Depth (mm)

    51.5
  • Dimensions LxWxD (mm)

    152x132x51.5
  • Dimensions LxWxD (inches)

    6x5.2x2
  • Weight (g)

    725
  • Weight (oz)

    25.6
  • Weight (lb)

    1.6
• Technical
  • Body Material

    Aluminum Alloy, Polycarbonate
  • Hinge Type

    Single Hinge, Single Axis
  • Armor Type

    Full
  • Armor Material

    NBR
  • Nitrogen Gas Filled

    Yes
  • Eyecup Type

    4 stage twist
  • Diopter Adjustment Side

    Right
  • Diopter Adjuster Location

    Center
  • Diopter Range

    5.00
  • Focal Length (mm)

    N/A
  • Eyelens Dia (mm)

    23
  • Prism Material

    OP6
  • Prism Coating

    Oasis
  • PC Coating

    Yes
  • Lens Coating

    S-H Type
  • Serial Number Location

    Rear of left body
  • Country of Origin

    Japan
• Accessories
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    25mm Nylon & Leather Binocular Harness with Quick Release System

    $34.00

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    25mm Bungee Elastic and Leather Binocular Harness with Quick Release System

    $52.00

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  • 

    Binocular Tripod Mount for Roof Prism Binoculars

    $18.00

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  • 

    Pro Series Lens Cleaning Cloth 20x20cm in pouch

    $4.95

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  • 

    21074 Binocular Case in soft Cordura and leather for roof prism 42mm

    $47.00

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  • 

    31075 44mm BGA Binocular Rainguard

    $12.00

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  • 

    29025 40mm Neoprene Binocular Strap with Quick Release System

    $44.00

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  • 

    31034 Objective Lens Covers For Outer Diameter 50-51mm

    $20.00

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  • 

    Universal Tele-Adapter UTA 2x

    $159.00

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  • 

    UTA Connection Ring 44.3mm

    $16.00

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• Videos
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• Reviews

  Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Miles Cluff

  Wednesday, December 8, 2021

  To test the capabilities of the Aurora BGA VHD I used them on several Gull roosts in the late afternoon. As some of you might know, bright and sharp optics are required for searching Gull roosts and the binocular excelled. Images are crisp and sharp to the edge with very little chromatic aberration or distortion. 

  Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Miles Cluff. Click here to read the entire review.

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  Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Chip Clouse

  Monday, August 30, 2021

  I just had the most incredible day with the new Opticron Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 binocular! I’m a bit of an optics geek and really appreciate quality. I’ve grown to expect that with Opticron products at the various price points but this new top-of-the-line Aurora really exceeded my expectations when I used it on a 4.5 hour pelagic trip that was part of the Acadia Birding Festival in Maine.

  Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Chip Clouse. Click here to read the entire review.

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  Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - David Chandler

  Monday, August 23, 2021

  My first impression, straight out of the box, was that this is a very bright binocular. Its light-gathering ability was evident after sunset, too. Twelve minutes after the sun went down, in a mostly overcast sky, a roof-ridge Song Thrush was very clearly visible. I was still impressed five minutes later. I watched a Barn Owl with the Aurora 30 minutes after sunset on a clear night, and could still see shades of green in the surrounding countryside.

  Above is an excerpt from a review authored by David Chandler and orignally published in Birdwatching Magazine September 2021. Click here to read the entire review.

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  Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Lee Thickett

  Thursday, August 12, 2021

  Summing up, the Aurora has a super-large sweet spot with excellent perceived sharpness that softens at the very edge of the field, but remains sharp enough for your peripheral vision to pick up any new arrival at the edge.

  Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Lee Thickett and originally published on Birdforum.net. Click here to read the entire review.

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  Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Mike Alibone

  Wednesday, June 16, 2021

  The new Aurora BGA VHD range, comprising 8x42 and 10x42 models, takes Opticron's binocular portfolio to a new level. This latest addition to the collection has been designed on a new platform with a completely new optical system that elevates the Aurora to pole position, above the former first-placed model, the DBA VHD+.

  Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Mike Alibone and orignally published in Birdwatch Magazine June 2021. Click here to read the entire review.

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