Vortex Diamondback HD 8x42 vs Celestron TrailSeeker ED 8x42
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Quick take: The Celestron TrailSeeker ED 8x42 has a wider field of view (400 vs 393 ft @ 1000 yds).
| Spec | Vortex Diamondback HD 8x42 | Celestron TrailSeeker ED 8x42 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | $230 | $230 |
| Rating | 4.7★ (4,500) | 4.6★ (500) |
| Use case | Birding | Birding |
| Magnification | 8x | 8x |
| Objective | 42mm | 42mm |
| Exit pupil | 5.25mm | 5.25mm |
| Field of view | 393 ft @ 1000 yds | 400 ft @ 1000 yds |
| Eye relief | 17mm | 17.5mm |
| Close focus | 5.5 ft | 6.5 ft |
| Prism | Roof | Roof |
| Glass | HD | ED |
| Coating | Fully Multi-Coated | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Weight | 21.3 oz | 22 oz |
| Dimensions | 5.4 x 5.1 in | 5.4 x 5.0 in |
| Warranty | Lifetime (VIP) | Limited Lifetime |
Feature comparison
Vortex Diamondback HD 8x42
- ✗ED Glass
- ✓Phase-Corrected
- ✓Dielectric Coating
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Fogproof
- ✗Image Stabilized
- ✓Tripod Adaptable
- ✗Magnesium Body
- ✗Locking Diopter
Celestron TrailSeeker ED 8x42
- ✓ED Glass
- ✓Phase-Corrected
- ✓Dielectric Coating
- ✓Waterproof
- ✓Fogproof
- ✗Image Stabilized
- ✓Tripod Adaptable
- ✓Magnesium Body
- ✓Locking Diopter