Vortex Diamondback HD 10x28 vs Hawke Endurance ED 10x42
Quick take: The Vortex Diamondback HD 10x28 costs $50 less; the Hawke Endurance ED 10x42 has a wider field of view (315 vs 304 ft @ 1000 yds); the Hawke Endurance ED 10x42 gathers more light with a larger 42mm objective.
| Spec | Vortex Diamondback HD 10x28 | Hawke Endurance ED 10x42 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $200 | $250 |
| Rating | 4.5★ (1,800) | 4.5★ (350) |
| Use case | General Purpose | General Purpose |
| Magnification | 10x | 10x |
| Objective | 28mm | 42mm |
| Exit pupil | 2.8mm | 4.2mm |
| Field of view | 304 ft @ 1000 yds | 315 ft @ 1000 yds |
| Eye relief | 14mm | 15mm |
| Close focus | 6 ft | 6.6 ft |
| Prism | Roof | Roof |
| Glass | HD | ED |
| Coating | Fully Multi-Coated | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Weight | 13.4 oz | 24 oz |
| Dimensions | 4.4 x 4.6 in | 5.6 x 5.0 in |
| Warranty | Lifetime (VIP) | Lifetime |
Feature comparison
Vortex Diamondback HD 10x28
- ✗ED Glass
- ✓Phase-Corrected
- ✓Dielectric Coating
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Fogproof
- ✗Image Stabilized
- ✗Tripod Adaptable
- ✗Magnesium Body
- ✗Locking Diopter
Hawke Endurance ED 10x42
- ✓ED Glass
- ✓Phase-Corrected
- ✓Dielectric Coating
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Fogproof
- ✗Image Stabilized
- ✓Tripod Adaptable
- ✗Magnesium Body
- ✗Locking Diopter