Q1: What is 8x42, 10x42, 10x50, 12x50?

A: The number before the X is the magnification (how many times the naked eye) the number after after the X is the diameter in millimeters of the objective lens (42mm = just under 2" in diameter).

Q2: I AM A NEW EYEGLASS WEARER THIS YEAR AND MY OLD BINOCULARS WONT WORK. I HAVE SEEN EXTENDED EYE CUPS, FLIP CUPS, EXTENDED EYE RELIEF ETC. WHICH OF THESE DO I NEED OR WANT? I HUNT DEER IN ALABAMA WITH A MAXIMUM VIEWING DISTANCE OF AROUND 300 YARDS. WHAT WOULD BE MY BEST CHOICE TO ACCOMMODATE MY NEW EYEGLASSES AND MY HUNTING SITUATION?

A: The Nikon Monarch 8x42 ATBs are the perfect choice for your situation. They have twist up eyecups an eye relief of 19.6 mm and excellent light gathering capability. Also being 100% waterproof, shockproof and fogproof it makes them ideal in any situation.

Q3: Where are they made?

A: The Nikon Monarch's are made in both Japan and China.

Q4: How can I took the photos? What software does use?

A: This binocular does not have an integrated camera.

Q5: What is the minimum focus distance?

A: 8.2 ft. close focus.

Q6: What is the interpupillary distance?

A: In similar sized binoculars (8x42) the interpupillary distances are basically the same in the Monarch. It is 52-73mm.

Q7: Does this model have BAK-4 prisms, or BK-7?

A: Bak-4 prisms are used in this binocular.

Q8: What is the twilight factor?

A: The twilight factor is 18.3.

Q9: In Norway I have seen a model called Nikon Monarch 8x42 DCF. Is this similar to Nikon Monarch 8x42 ATB?

A: Yes, the Nikon Monarch 8x42 DCF is a similar-model binocular.