The Vortex 8x36 Solo Monocular offers a generous objective lens of 36mm to gather enough light for comfortable viewing, from dusk to dawn. With a stable image and housing designed to withstand the elements. Due to the compact form factor, the Solo is well suited for a wide variety of applications, including birding, travel, sightseeing, sports events and more.
With an 8x magnification, the Solo has massive power for long-range viewing. Due to the compact form factor, it is also less susceptible to shake than higher-power optics. The 8x36 combination offers a field of view of 131 meters at 1000 meters and a convenient close focus distance of 4.9m.
Where you need your hands free, the Vortex 8x36 Solo Monocular features a built-in belt clip. The exterior has rubber armouring, while the entire monocular is O-ring sealed for water and dust resistance. The optical tube is nitrogen-filled to prevent internal fogging. The twist-up eyecup and 18mm eye relief make the monocular comfortable for people who wear eyeglasses.
Optical Performance
The Vortex 8x36 Solo Monocular offers a generous objective lens of 36mm to gather enough light for comfortable viewing, from dusk to dawn. With an 8x magnification, massive power for long-range viewing.
An roof prism design allows for a comapact form factor. Antireflection fully multicoated optics improve light transmission, colour rendition, clarity, and contrast.
Use and Handling
Around the eyepiece,you will find a easy to use focussing collar. The eyecup can be adjusted for full field-of-view when wearing eyeglasses.
The 8x36 combination offers a field of view of 131 meters at 1000 meters and a convenient close focus distance of 4.9m. You will also have a comfortable 18mm eye relief and bright 4.5mm exit pupil.
Construction Details
The exterior has rubber armouring, while the entire monocular is O-ring sealed for water and dust resistance. The optical tube is nitrogen-filled to prevent internal fogging.
Where you need your hands free, the Vortex 8x36 Solo Monocular features a built-in belt clip. Inbcluded in the case, you will find a carrying lanyard and carry case.
- Vortex 8x36 Solo Monocular
- Vortex Soft Carry Case
- Vortex Wrist Lanyard
- Vortex Utility Clip
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