Nikon Prostaff P3 8x42 vs Nikon Prostaff P3 10x30
Quick take: The Nikon Prostaff P3 10x30 costs $20 less; the Nikon Prostaff P3 10x30 reaches farther (10x vs 8x); the Nikon Prostaff P3 8x42 has a wider field of view (362 vs 288 ft @ 1000 yds).
| Spec | Nikon Prostaff P3 8x42 | Nikon Prostaff P3 10x30 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $110 | $90 |
| Rating | 4.5★ (1,800) | 4.3★ (900) |
| Use case | General Purpose | General Purpose |
| Magnification | 8x | 10x |
| Objective | 42mm | 30mm |
| Exit pupil | 5.25mm | 3.0mm |
| Field of view | 362 ft @ 1000 yds | 288 ft @ 1000 yds |
| Eye relief | 16.2mm | 15.4mm |
| Close focus | 10 ft | 10 ft |
| Prism | Roof | Roof |
| Glass | Standard | Standard |
| Coating | Fully Multi-Coated | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Weight | 21.2 oz | 15.2 oz |
| Dimensions | 5.7 x 5.1 in | 4.8 x 4.5 in |
| Warranty | Limited Lifetime | Limited Lifetime |
Feature comparison
Nikon Prostaff P3 8x42
- ✗ED Glass
- ✗Phase-Corrected
- ✗Dielectric Coating
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Fogproof
- ✗Image Stabilized
- ✓Tripod Adaptable
- ✗Magnesium Body
- ✗Locking Diopter
Nikon Prostaff P3 10x30
- ✗ED Glass
- ✗Phase-Corrected
- ✗Dielectric Coating
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Fogproof
- ✗Image Stabilized
- ✗Tripod Adaptable
- ✗Magnesium Body
- ✗Locking Diopter