About this product
Model: hel_lightwing_8x42_ed_30138
Part Number: 30138
Helios LightWing HR roof prism binoculars routinely impress, even when compared to more expensive models!
Comprising six models with 32mm and 42mm objective lenses and ED glass options for the 42mm models. An excellent choice for birdwatching & general observing.
The body is constructed from lightweight but robust magnesium alloy and is covered in green protective rubber armour.
All models feature high-index BaK-4 prisms which are both Phase and Silver Di-Electric coated. Optics are Fully Broadband Multi-Coated with premium extra high-transmission Coatings to provide a light transmission throughput exceeding 90%!
Views are crisp and sharp, with excellent resolution, contrast, brightness and depth of field, with natural levels of colour. The field of view is generously wide with good edge definition. Near focus capability of all models is a respectable 2M.
Waterproof (30 mins at 1m depth) and nitrogen filled for clear, fog-free operation. Twist-up, 3–position eyecups with metal sub-structure.
Suitable for spectacle wearers. Knurled metal, easy-grip focusing knob with about 1.5 turns from closest focus distance to infinity. Integral tripod bush.
Supplied with quality neck strap, eyepiece rainguard, objective lens caps and soft case.
NOTE: The premium 8x42ED & 10x42ED models incorporate Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass in their construction for enhanced colour fidelity.
The Helios Mistral WP6 range is covered by a 5-Year Limited Warranty.
FEATURES
- High-index, Phase and Silver Di-Electric coated BaK-4 prisms
- Fully broadband multi-coated optics with premium extra high-transmission coatings
- >90% Light Transmission
- Suitable for spectacle wearers
- Knurled metal, easy-grip 1.5-turn focusing knob
- Integral tripod bush
- Twist-up, 3-position eyecups
- Waterproof (30 mins at 1m depth) and Nitrogen purged
- Near focus on all models of 2m or less
- Stylish green protective rubber armouring
- Supplied in soft storage/carrying case with neck strap, eyepiece rainguard and objective lens caps
What's in the box
- LightWing HR Binoculars
- Soft Storage/Carrying Case
- Neck Strap
- Lens Caps
- Rainguard
- Cleaning Cloth
- User Guide & Guarantee
Specifications
Specification | 8x42 | 8x42ED | 10x42 | 10x42ED |
Magnification | 8x | 8x | 10x | 10x |
Object Lens Diameter | 42mm | 42mm | 42mm | 42mm |
Field of view | 8.1 degrees | 8.1 degrees | 6.5 degrees | 6.5 degrees |
Actual Field of View | 141m @ 1000m | 141m @ 1000m | 114m @ 1000m | 114m @ 1000m |
Nearest Focus Distance | 2m | 2m | 2m | 2m |
Eye Relief | 17.2mm | 17.2mm | 15.2mm | 15.2mm |
Weight | 710g | 710g | 692g | 692g |
Product Code | 30137 | 30138 | 30139 | 30140 |
Customer reviews
Average Rating (2 Reviews): | |
Helios LightWing HR 8 X 42mm ED Binoculars Saturday, 16 March 2019 | Stewart
These binoculars are outstanding value for money considering the advance features that you normally only find in binoculars ten times the price. I compared them against my much more expensive Vortex 8 x 42 binoculars that I normally use when I bird watch (purchased the Helios as a spare pair to keep in the car). Although the Helios was not as good (and I wouldn’t expect it to be) I was pleasingly surprised by how well they competed and held up against my more expensive pair.
When you look through the binoculars and examine them very critically, the sweet spot that stays very sharp is approximately 60% of the view. There is a noticeable softening of sharpness on the outer 10% of the field of view (fov) but given the fact that the fov is a wide 141 metres @ 1000 metres, this is excellent in a relatively low cost binocular.
The focusing wheel is refined and although there is a little play on the pair I have, this is minor; more importantly the focusing wheel is smooth and fast.
I can’t think of what possibly more you could have and expect in a pair of binoculars at this price. I am extremely pleased and impressed and in my view you will have to pay a lot more to obtain significantly better.
Thursday, 24 May 2018 | Chris
I find these remarkable value for money - very sharp and contrasty across approximately 90% of the field of view. No stray light issues, and great build quality. The sharpness is such that you can see stars at the edge of visibility popping through behind the brighter stars giving plenty of depth to the observing experience. I also really like the captive lens caps. I know you can buy binoculars costing many times more than these, but I can't imagine they would be a significant improvement. I won't be replacing mine, these are all the 8x42's I need 
FAQ
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Q1. How much do these binoculars weigh?
The LightWing HR 8x42mm / 8x42mm ED binoculars weigh 710g / 25.4oz and the 10x42mm / 10x42mm ED binoculars weigh 692g / 24.4oz.