Neither Nikon Monarch 5 nor Vortex Diamondback 8x42 were recommended by experts this month
On 9 Apr 2024 (9 days ago) we went through 84 Binoculars expert endorsements , however neither Nikon Monarch 5 nor Vortex Diamondback 8x42 were included in any of those recommendations. Since neither Binoculars received a single endorsement, as far as expert recommendations go, it's technically a tie. We do, however, recommend taking a look at Celestron Nature DX ED or other critically acclaimed Binoculars of this month.
For reference, Celestron Nature DX ED received 3 endorsements this month, from T3 (28 Feb 2024), Digital Camera World (4 Feb 2024) and Space Exploration and Astronomy (3 Apr 2024).
Rank | Change | Price | Binoculars | money.com
| OpticsMag | T3 | Digital Camera World | Task and Purpose | GearJunkie | Space Exploration and Astronomy | BestReviews | Wirecutter | Forbes |
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1 | - | $203 | Celestron Nature DX ED The Celestron Nature DX ED binoculars offer high-quality optics, durability, and a balance between weight and size, making them a versatile option for outdoor activities such as birdwatching, wildlife viewing, and stargazing. | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | - | 13 |
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N/A | N/A | $347 | Nikon Monarch 5 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
N/A | N/A | Check price | Vortex Diamondback 8x42 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Rank | Change | Price | Binoculars | money.com | OpticsMag | T3 | Digital Camera World | Task and Purpose | GearJunkie | Space Exploration and Astronomy | BestReviews | Wirecutter | Forbes |
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1 | - | $203 | Celestron Nature DX ED The Celestron Nature DX ED binoculars offer high-quality optics, durability, and a balance between weight and size, making them a versatile option for outdoor activities such as birdwatching, wildlife viewing, and stargazing. | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | - | 13 | - | - | - |
2 | - | $167 | Nikon Aculon A211 The Nikon Aculon A211 binoculars are highly regarded for their optical quality, adjustable magnification levels, and durability, making them a versatile and reliable option for outdoor enthusiasts. | - | - | 9 | - | 1 | - | 10 | 4 | - | - |
3 | - | $432 | Vortex Optics Viper HD The Vortex Optics Viper HD binoculars are highly praised for their optical quality, comfort, and durability, making them a reliable choice for outdoor activities such as birdwatching, hunting, and nature observation. | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | 6 |
4 | - | $1489 | Canon 10x42 L The Canon 10x42 L binoculars are highly recommended for stargazing and wildlife observation due to their good optical quality, 10x magnification, 42mm objective lenses, and durable construction. | - | - | 8 | 2 | - | - | 1 | - | - | - |
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Expert reviews [5]
- with a score: 0
- without a score: 5
- All Monarch 5 binoculars are now built with Nikon's premium ED (Extra-low dispersion); Glass for a sharper, clearer and more brilliant field of view.
- Almost an ounce lighter than its predecessor, the new Monarch 5 is even easier to bring along on your next adventure.
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Nikon Monarch 5 are a very popular and one of the more expensive options. They're in the top 3 bestselling binoculars and have dozens of popular alternatives in the same price range, such as Celestron SkyMaster Astro or Celestron Trailseeker ED .
Nikon Monarch 5 are $250 more expensive than average binoculars ($199.99).