Vortex Diamondback 8x32 HD Binoculars! These Binoculars Are Way Out Of Their Price Range!
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- Vortex Diamondback 8x32 HD Binoculars Are Way Out Of Their Price Range! These Binoculars are affordable and the should be double their price for what they offer.
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I just found your channel while researching this binocular. I almost laughed out loud at how passionate you are about them! I just ordered a pair as a Christmas present for my son. I think the size, weight, and 8X will be great for him at 9yrs old, and the quality will be high enough he won't outgrow them. They should still be very useful even when he owns bigger glass someday.
Yep rock solid optics at a dirt cheap price! He will love them
Nice to see you’re not a glass snob. I appreciate high end glass as well as budget friendly glass. They’re tools and each has there place. Btw, just finished your latest EDC podcast. Audio quality is fantastic with your new set up! Thanks for all you do.
Thanks! Yeah love these little binos! Also really enjoying the new recording equipment, glad it sounds good. I have made a few changes to get rid of some of the p, b, t pops. So it's getting even better.
I picked up a pair of 10 × 32 Vortex HD for my treestand backpack after your last Vortex bino review video. I love the new HD bino`s and wanted a smaller and lighter bino than my 10 × 40 Nikon's. Like always lots of good honest info in your review videos
Glad you love the binos! Also happy to see the reviews are helpful. Thanks.
Just seeing this a year later...
Thank you! Your videos on the Vortex binoculars helped solidify my choice.
Good hunting!
Awesome. Glad you are enjoying them
Your review tempted me to buy the 8x32 over the 10x28. I was originally looking at 10x25 sized binos or the Vortex Solo monocular for travel. We are mostly going to use them during day hikes and wildlife spotting in national parks. I felt like the 8x32 was a good compromise that would travel well as we do carry on only when traveling abroad.
I think you made a great choice and will love them!
If you read about what to look for in binoculars they often say that "HD" is a marketing thing and should be ignored. Be that as it may I was looking for a pair of binoculars to keep in the car. After reading some reviews I got these 8 X 32s and have been happy with them. Images don't pop like my Leicas but I think are very good.
Nice review! Thanks for taking the time! How large is the sweet spot on the 8x 32 HDs? Is there significant blur at the edge of the field or is most of the field usable? Any info on this would be great!
Great video. Just got my 10x42 in today. Love em! Thank you for the review. Will definitely be my next purchase.
Those 10x42s are excellent! Saw them in the store when I was checking these out. Very nice glasses!
The Vortex Diamondback HD 8x32 comes in at 5:00 into the video :)
I straight up love them!!!!!! I mean wow! and for the money Im want to buy 5 pairs and just store them so I always have them!
Thanks , this is always wanted .
Traditional Bowhunting And Wilderness Podcast Rrrrealllyyy!
I’m not seeing the 8x32 in diamondback HD
There’s 8x42 and a 8x28
Could they be discontinued?
You the real MVP. lol thanks
You convinced me to get these 8x32' I wanted something smaller than my 8x42's. Thanks for a great review.
They are awesome. Yoy will love them
I just bought these Vortex 8x32 binoculars! Awesome review brother
You are gonna love them! Awesome binos!
Just got my first pair of the exact ones love them can't wait to go kayaking
They are fantastic!
I bough a pair too. Diamond back, 10x 42, as backup for my 10x42 Sw’s. WOW!!
Yep fantastic optics for the money
Great review man! I’m trying to decide between the diamondback HD 8x32 and the Maven C2 7x28, for tree stand hunting in Kansas and the ozarks of Missouri/Arkansas, any thoughts of what would be better?
in that options id definelty go with the vortex. I have tested both are they are both good but the vortex is better in viewing, durability etc. in my opinion. the higher end mavens are probably better but the c line is not as good as the vortex in my opinion.
Just ordered a pair through your link!
You are gonna love them. Such great binos and punch way above thier weight range
I always wanted the viper hd 8x32 but they are around $600 and no one carries them anymore. IDK if Vortex sells them direct or not,
I tried the original diamondbacks but did not like the view for some reason I cant remember...Im looking for a good 8x32 and am considering the legendary Sightron Big Sky 8x32 thats been raved about for years or these diamondback HD in 8x32.
Price is pretty much the same. Have you looked through the sightrons to compare?
I have not tried the sightons. But I loved the diamond back hd 8x32 impressed me so much I bought them! The original non HD 8x32 were good and I reviewed them too. But the HD are amazing!
If you like these you should try the GPO Passion ED 8x32 much much better and can find for around $350-$400. I have the diamondback hd 8x32 and agree they are decent but the GPOs absolutely blow them away for not that much more money..
Are the Vortex Diamondback HD binoculars IPX7 waterproof rated?
I had to return the 8x32 Opticron Oregon because the bottom half of the lens would be filled with glare whenever I looked up towards the trees/sky.
They were my first quality pair of binos and I loved the wide FOV and the image looked fantastic minus the glare. I was hooked and I've been itching to get a new pair but I'm hesitant. I'm new to optics, is that glare just something that is going to happen in that price bracket? Maybe all binos do it? After all, you can't break the laws of physics!
Since I use a cane, their glasspak looked promising. Will it fit the smaller 32s?
Thanks
Any optic that catches rays from the sun will get glare. I fight it or use it with my cameras all the time. Doesn't matter if it's a 100 dollar lens or a 5000 dollar lens glare is gonna happen.
@@SamkoTradBow Thanks for the reply. I just went outside with my cheap Celestron Cometron 7x50's to double check my memory. They do have glare as well but it's very minimal and not distracting on a very bright, sunny day. The Opticton was way worse. I remember using both side by side in the same bright sunlight and being surprised that the glare *completely* washed out the bottom half of each lens! And eye cup settings made no difference.
If the Vortex doesn't do that then there's a good chance I buy them.
Thank you for the nice review. After seeing your video I recently bought 8x32 DB HD and seeing internal reflections of images. Do you experience anything like that? or my one is a defective one? Please give me your opinion.
I'm not seeing anything like that in mine. Might be defective. Call vortex and thry will instantly fix or give you new ones.
@@SamkoTradBow Thank you so much for your suggestion. I will try it out ☺️
I got the crossfires and I love them. But I just had them fog up on me for the first time and it kinda threw me off? Any suggestions to get this to stop
Could send thwm to vortex to make sure they are still purged and sealed. But on thw same note I have had a couple times where even my swarvos have fogged on me for a couple mins. Never paid enough attention to the exact situation that caused it but sometimes I happens.
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I tested the DB HD 8x32 Against the Nikon monarch7 8x30 and I think the DB HD 8x32 are just as good plus there cheaper to buy
Yep love the diamond back HD!
Good afternoon. Thanks for the video. Could you tell me which is the best binocular 8x30 (less than 200 dollars) that is suitable for use with glasses? are these better than the nikon p7 8x30? Thank you
I can not say what's best and I have not thoroughly tested them all. But I think for 200 bucks the votex diamond back HD is probably right at the top if not the top.
How does it compare to Maven?
So here is my review on the Vortex 8x42 HD Diamondbacks, and I care to share that with you! The actual contrast is flatter on the Diamondbacks when compared to my Zeiss Victory 8x20 compacts, and on a grey day the Ziess have more sparkle and contrast by at least %10! But,,,,,, when the sun is shining at its peak or under snow conditions with a bright sun, I find the Vortex has a more beautiful look without blowing out any highlights for lower contrast glass! The colors pop more to my taste on the Vortex when the sun is out, especially yellows and greens, and even blues. So, the Zeiss Victory scores higher on sharpness, and contrast,,,,,, but on colors and harsh lighting conditions, I have to hand the more beautiful colors and smooth image over to my new Diamondbacks from Vortex! (I did have to tighten the focus knob just one time by popping of the knob cover, as it had a tiny dead zone out of the box, but that was very easy to fix and adjust, and so far, love these binoculars)
Great comparison. Thanks for sharing. For the money the diamondbacks are absolutely amazing!
Thanks for your review. I actually purchase the diamondback HD 8X32 after watching your review of the non HD. They are juste amasing. It would be really cool if you could compare yhem to your swaro 7X30.
Thanks.
I have used them side by side a few times. The vortex are fantastic and I love them. However they are not even in the same time zone as the swarvos. Even my 15 year old swarvos for that matter. But again look at the cost factor. I sure do love those little vortex and also love the dirt cheap price. I can beat the crap out of them, not worry about them and if i damage them buy new ones for the same cost a night out with dinner and drinks with friends. Can't beat that!
Traditional Bowhunting And Wilderness Podcast yep 👍 I do agree with you. They are fare from being the best binos out there, but they are surly in my opinion the best bang for the bucks. I do also have a pair of vortex Viper 10x50 hd for the ducks 🦆 night hunting. I am really pleased with them. In regardes of the 8X32, I don’t baby 🍼 them of course, but I try not to break them. Even if the Vortex VIP Warenty pretty much got us covered for life. I just trie to take care of my stuff as the take care of me 😅.
Traditional Bowhunting And Wilderness Podcast thanks for your answers. I might one day invest one a good Swarovski binos.
Another great review! I looked through the Vortex 10x32 this week at Cabela's. I did not look through or compare it to the 8x32 Vortex binoculars. Was about to order the 10x32 until I saw your review. Was there a reason you chose the 8x32 VS the 10x32?
The 8 power are much easier to hold steady. 10 power often requires 2 hands and need to be stable or they shake. I have 10x42 Swarovski and have only used them once in the 15 years. Yet my 7x and 8x get used hundreds of times each year.
Thank you for the quick reply back. Just purchased them and they should be here Friday.
@@MrBowhunter40 you are gonna love them
Great video! I’ve been looking at these vs the 8x42 for better light transmission but they do seem bigger. Do you think the larger objective is worth the extra size for whitetail hunting?
I think the 32s do a great job all the way past legal shooting light. The 42 do better but it doesn't matter as its already past dark then.
@@SamkoTradBow sounds good to me! Thanks for the reply. I just realized you had a video specifically about this. I’ll go with the 8x32s. Thanks!
For the first binoculars, would you the recommend the 8x32 or the 8x42 DB HD? Thank you. Amazing videos. You got a new subscriber from Germany.
Depends on what you are using them for. Cant go wrong with either. Here is my 2 cents. If I was only going to have one pair id go 8x42. if i was going to use them in low light alot id go 8x42. if iwas going to use them to scan for game in open country id go 8x42. If i was going to be hunting thick stuff mostly daylight only and wanted lighter weight id go 8x32. But again these differences are so close together you honestly cant go wrong with either. maybe this puts it a better way. if you are going to wear the 8x42s and not leave them in your pack because of the extra size and weight, get those. if you dont think you would wear the 42s because they would be an inconvenience get the 32s.
The 8x32 is the best !
It’s just as good in most light conditions.
Except twilight or darker, where the 8x42 ‘s are a little brighter, not much.
8x32’s have the biggest field of view of any binoculars.
8x32’s are far more compact.
The carry case looks about half the size.
@@colddeadhands7202 I recently bought 8x32 DB HD and seeing internal reflections of images. Do you experience anyting like that? or my one is a defected one? Please give me your openion.
For whitetail tree stand hunting in Michigan would you recommend the Diamondback 8x42’s or 8x32’s?
8x42s are best for a tree stand as they let more light in as it gets dark. The 32s are lighter and better for daylight still hunting
What do you think about the Leupold 8X32 Pro Guide HD?
no idea. never tried them
What do you use instead of a belt 8x32 thin ropes?
Paracord. They are very light binos so paracord works great
Good day
Apologies my english (i'm from Montreal Canada: so i'm French Canadian)
I just bought a spotting scope : PENTAX PF-80ED-A........... And Vortex Binoculars
My question is this: Can a good spotting scope like this is ok to go outside at temperture of -20 celcius (-4 Fahrenheit) ?
I hesitated a lot and I'm scare of dammaging my PENTAX PF-80ED-A or the eyepiece
Papers talk only about hi temperture like in the car in summer.
What about a good canadian cold winter?
Thank you for your answer.
Yep should not be a problem at all. Not only do I hunt in colder Temps than that I also leave my binos in the car alot and we get Temps here down to -20 f.
Great review!!! Keep up the great videos!!! I live in Coastal South Carolina and hunt hogs and deer from tree stand , run and gun and spot and stalk 99% bow hunting .In your opinion would these Diamondback 8x32 HD or would the 8x42 be a better option? I’m looking for a good all around binocular for what I need, Looking for light weight clear and really good light gathering for in the swamps and pines. It’s time to replace my 15+ year old binoculars.
I would make sure to get the HD in either as the HD is a great improvement. Cant go wrong with either. I choose the 8x32 for all my pig hunting as they are lighter on the neck and more out of the way. They still see better than my eyes can in low light but the 8x42 will be better light gathering.
Thanks for the reply!! I’ll be ordering the Diamondback 8x32 HD . The lightweight and 8x I think are perfect for down here and I do more spot and stalk then stand hunting. Thanks for the great videos and have a great season and stay safe!
@@BowHunter74 you will love them! Happy hunting and stay safe as well!
@@SamkoTradBowhow's the viewing angles/sweet spot between the 32s and 42s? Obviously larger is easier but is there much in it? Trying to decide between the two sizes in 8x but can't try them anywhere beforehand
@jarrahfitzgerald2752 with the coatings today a 32 can still see better in low light that our eyes can. So me personally I'd rather save the weight and bulk and go 8x32
After seeing the difference between the HD version, if you were buying your first set of bino’s, would you buy the 8x42 or 8x32 in HD?
Depends on your needs. If sitting in a tree stand and using alot in low light the 8x42. If going to use them hiking and around your neck alot and mainly during daylight then the 32s.
It would be primarily for hunting. Is there that much weight difference between the two? I am a smaller guy and have a decent amount to pack in already.
@@barrylafever it's a pretty noticeable size and weight difference when you wear them. The 32s might be better. I can't remeber the last time I carried my 42s. I use the 32s all the time
The primary use would be for bow hunting deer in the Midwest.
@@barrylafever can't go wrong with either. Best bet would be go to a cabelas or bass pro and try out both sizes and see what you like best
Nice. I'm getting the 10x50 hds
Those will be amazing!
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Yep love these 8x32s
Man I just found 10x42’s vipers lastnight on sale for 299.99 black Fri at bass pro! I have the diamondbacks hopefully it was worth the money
Great find. You will be very happy
@@SamkoTradBow thanks
What happened to your Ruger 10/22 VOLQUARTSEN upgrade video displaying all your different 22 rifles on the outdoor table?!?
Took it down. Took down all the gun videos as youtube is cracking down hard on gun modification videos in 2022
@@SamkoTradBow that's terrible! I really loved watching that video...it was Awesome
@@SamkoTradBow because of you and that video, all my 10 22's run like Champs!!
GREAT video, just ordered a pair... keep it up!
you will love them
The Diamondbacks Hd 10x32 are $109 at Sierra trading post right now
Great price! Thanks for mentioning!
How do these compare to the Mavens C1 7x28 you reviewed
Both are great. But I like the ruggedness and durability of the vortex better. Now maven makes different levels of optics as well and I only tried the cheaper ones. The mavens were Excellent. But for my money I'd buy the vortex.
@@SamkoTradBow Yes the higher quality Maven 8x30 are also what I am considering but for $300 less the Vortex HD seem good for whitetail hunting in AL
@@calebweeks6314 yep again, my money would be on the vortex HD. Only binos I jave ever tested that I liked so much I bought them besides my swarvos.
Love it
Thanks
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Great real world review.
8x32’s are the best for most uses.
Huge field of view.
Magnification is close enough to the 10x42’s, not much difference.
Super compact.
Agree 100%
Why didn’t you buy them in store when you were there and order from Amazon?
Because I like to support the sellers on amazon too. Contrary to popular belive amazon is 90% 3rd part sellers. Me aing mom and pop stores or sellers like myself that buy products from manufacturers and the sell them on amazon. Just like any local store does. Amazon itself only sells about 3% of items on Amazon the rest are mini local stores that sell on amazon. I love amazon. Yes you get some China companies jumping in etc. But the majority of amazon are local stores selling on there.
They’ll miss them when they’re all gone. I hate the concept of amazon, everything about them.
I should have moved immediately to the5:00 spot. The delay of the Vortex 8 x 32 was putting me putting me asleep.
its easy to fast forward
I returned my Vortex Diamondback HD 12x50s to get a Leupold BX-2 Alpine HD instead. Way better image quality for a similar price. The Diamondbacks arent bad and they have a good build quality, better than the Leupolds, but just dont have that image quality thats closer to the Swarovskis. Diamondbacks would be my second pick.
Leupold makes great optics!
Have a though question.. would you pick this mid range 8x32 over the high end pocket 8x25 from Zeiss and Swarovski for night viewing?
Great question! Yes I would. But honestly for night viewing Id be looking at a 7x50 or biggest objective lens you can find for best light gathering.
@@SamkoTradBow
I understand big lens for night viewing but I often walk in the park in the evening and don’t want to haul a large and heavy one. 8x32 will be the biggest for this purpose. Hence, my question on mid tie 8x32 vs high end 8x25.
@@malin7919 yeah I would think the 8x32 would be better with better light gathering.
Hello Sir. Vortex DB HD 10x32 significantly less brighter than 8x32???
Don't know. Have not looked thru the 10x32hd models. But traditionally yes the 10x is less low light capability than the 8x
Got a pair of diamond back 10x42 hard to beat for 200$
Yep they are amazing for the money.
...not to mention, which he didn't, Vortex have one of the best warranty programs out there.
They sure do
Just order a pair.
You are gonna love them
need that public land owner shirt where'd ya get it from
Become a member of Backcountry hunters and anglers and they give you one for free. Its thier promo shirt for members.
Cute shirt
Thanks. I made it and sell it on tbwpodcast.com
Have you looked at the viper version of this model? If so, are they nicer yet?
the vipers are fantastic. never owned them but my buddy does and they are great and you get high quality glasses for a great price.
@@SamkoTradBow I am looking for the ultimate bino that I will glass some here in PA with as long as taking it hunting with me. I would like to have the best low light option. Am I better off to just go with Swarovski 8-32?
@@kyleh628 I dont think anything out there beats the swarvos. But honestly, for deer hunting i think the diamondback or vipers will be Excellent and save you some money.
@@SamkoTradBow How much of a difference would the 8 x 42 be compared to the ones you shows in the vid? does the 42mm objective provide you with that much more light?
@@kyleh628 the 8x42s will definitely be brighter. But they will also be bigger and heavier. No trade offs are free. But honestly if I had to choose for normal whitetail hunting I'd go 8x32 as they see better than I can all the way up until dark and are light and compact.
I can’t decide on the 8x32 or 8x42…
Both are great. I like the 8x32 best personally for size
@@SamkoTradBow I’m leaning towards the 8x32s. I have 10x50s so I think 8x32, the wide field of view and light weight would be great!
@@scupking agree. Especially if you already have 10x50s
The best around the 200$ price.
Agree
That shirt rules!
Problem of plenty
HD is a marketing buzz word.
Also a combination of coatings
I think he is just a salesman. The case sucks. After you buy the binoculars you need to spend more money to get a better case.
couldn't watch it was a swarovski ad
First world problems.
Too much rushed talking. No need to sound so hyper. Your videos would be better with less talking
cool. Before I go to bed tonight I will make a point to write down a list of all the things I could do to better them for you
Are the Vortex Diamondback HD binoculars IPX7 waterproof rated?
They are water proof and fog proof. Don't know the rating but I bet it says in the specs. Mine have been submerged in swamps a few times and perfect.