Vortex Crossfire HD 10x50 vs Vortex Diamondback HD 10x28
Quick take: The Vortex Diamondback HD 10x28 has a wider field of view (304 vs 294 ft @ 1000 yds); the Vortex Crossfire HD 10x50 gathers more light with a larger 50mm objective.
| Spec | Vortex Crossfire HD 10x50 | Vortex Diamondback HD 10x28 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $200 | $200 |
| Rating | 4.5★ (1,200) | 4.5★ (1,800) |
| Use case | Hunting | General Purpose |
| Magnification | 10x | 10x |
| Objective | 50mm | 28mm |
| Exit pupil | 5.0mm | 2.8mm |
| Field of view | 294 ft @ 1000 yds | 304 ft @ 1000 yds |
| Eye relief | 16mm | 14mm |
| Close focus | 6.5 ft | 6 ft |
| Prism | Roof | Roof |
| Glass | Standard | HD |
| Coating | Fully Multi-Coated | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Weight | 28.2 oz | 13.4 oz |
| Dimensions | 6.1 x 5.5 in | 4.4 x 4.6 in |
| Warranty | Lifetime (VIP) | Lifetime (VIP) |
Feature comparison
Vortex Crossfire HD 10x50
- ✗ED Glass
- ✗Phase-Corrected
- ✗Dielectric Coating
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Fogproof
- ✗Image Stabilized
- ✓Tripod Adaptable
- ✗Magnesium Body
- ✗Locking Diopter
Vortex Diamondback HD 10x28
- ✗ED Glass
- ✓Phase-Corrected
- ✓Dielectric Coating
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Fogproof
- ✗Image Stabilized
- ✗Tripod Adaptable
- ✗Magnesium Body
- ✗Locking Diopter