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product_id: 162161832
title: "Optics DB-214 Diamondback HD 8x42 Black"
brand: "vortex"
price: "S$575"
currency: SGD
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
url: https://www.desertcart.sg/products/162161832-optics-db-214-diamondback-hd-8x42-black
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# Waterproof with nitrogen purge 8x42 magnification & lens size ArmorTek scratch-resistant coating Optics DB-214 Diamondback HD 8x42 Black

**Brand:** vortex
**Price:** S$575
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔭 See the world sharper, bolder, and ready for your next adventure!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Optics DB-214 Diamondback HD 8x42 Black by vortex
- **How much does it cost?** S$575 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sg](https://www.desertcart.sg/products/162161832-optics-db-214-diamondback-hd-8x42-black)

## Best For

- vortex enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted vortex brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Wide Field of View:** 130m @ 1000m lets you catch every detail without missing a moment in nature or at events.
- • **Rugged & Weatherproof:** Built to withstand water, dust, and bumps with nitrogen filling and O-ring seals—adventure-ready anytime.
- • **Crystal-Clear HD Vision:** Enjoy vibrant, natural colors with minimal chromatic aberration for sharp, immersive viewing.
- • **Effortless Focus Control:** Large knurled focus ring ensures smooth, precise adjustments—even with gloves on.
- • **Durable ArmorTek Protection:** Lens coating guards against scratches, oil, and dust, keeping your optics pristine and ready.

## Overview

The Vortex Optics DB-214 Diamondback HD 8x42 binoculars deliver premium HD clarity with robust waterproof construction and scratch-resistant ArmorTek lenses. Designed for professionals and enthusiasts alike, they offer a wide 130m field of view, easy center focus, and durable build quality—all packed in a lightweight, ergonomic design perfect for birdwatching, travel, and sporting events.

## Description

The Diamondback HD surpasses the price-performance ratio and offers a solid look that is visually far above its class. The included GlassPak binoculars strap keeps your glass close at hand, is always ready to use while providing protection and significantly more comfort than conventional neck straps.

Review: Great optical performance at the price. Very well made too. Recommended. - These are not state of the art but they are very good for value/performance. The initial impression is excellent; bright, sharp and clear with good contrast. Detailed testing show a few minor imperfections, but they are relatively minor. They are not Swavorskis. There is a sweet spot very slightly below the centre where chromatic aberration, colour fringing, is negligible and resolution really very good. Above this point there is a little magenta fringing, and below a little turquoise fringing, on high contrast edges. This limits the results just a little at longer ranges, but you'll have to spend big money to get much better. Resolution is very good for about the central 60-70% of the large apparent field of view vertically, and good throughout horizontally. There is some pincushion distortion but really you have to look for it. Build quality is really good, they feel like a premium product. A first pair came with a soft case with an unstitching logo and were returned. The binos were fine and optical performance seems extremely sample-consistent. Overall very pleased.
Review: Great quality for the price - Excellent binoculars with a sharp, bright image. A complicated harness comes with the case so you can walk around with the binoculars on your chest like a proud dad with a new baby. Not for me, so I took scissors to the straps and cobbled together a simple shoulder strap. Otherwise great.

## Features

- 🌟CRYSTAL CLEAR HD OPTION: Experience natural, colorful images with minimal chromatic aberration.
- Robust and waterproof: nitrogen filling and O-ring seals protect against water, dust and bumps.
- Easy to focus: Large knurled focus ring for effortless operation, even with gloves.
- Comfortable handle: natural shaping for comfort and fatigue-free observation.
- Wide field of view: 130 m to 1,000 m, so you don't miss any details.
- 💪 ArmorTek Coating: Protects your lenses from scratches, oil and dust.
- ️ Versatile and Precise: Ideal for bird watching, travel and sporting events.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07V3L3KFC |
| Best Sellers Rank | 25,658 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 210 in Binoculars |
| Brand | Vortex |
| Colour | black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,357) |
| Date First Available | 13 July 2019 |
| Focus type | Center Focus |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Included components | Vortex Diamondback HD 8x42 NEW |
| Item Weight | 8 Ounces |
| Item model number | DB-214 |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 42 Millimetres |
| Package Dimensions L x W x H | 22.2 x 18.5 x 11.3 centimetres |
| Package Weight | 1.1 Kilograms |
| Part number | DB-214 |
| Plug profile | Tripod Mount |
| Product Dimensions L x W x H | 23.1 x 23.1 x 23.1 centimetres |
| Style | 8 x 42 |
| Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |

## Product Details

- **Age range (description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Vortex
- **Colour:** black
- **Magnification maximum:** 8 x
- **Material:** Rubber
- **Model name:** DB 214
- **Mounting type:** Tripod Mount
- **Objective lens diameter:** 42 Millimetres
- **Special feature:** Slip Resistant
- **Specific uses for product:** Hunting and Shooting or Sports

## Images

![Optics DB-214 Diamondback HD 8x42 Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91U8VW4nRtL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: How do the Vortex diamondback 8x42 bins compare to the Vortex crossfire?  which is heavier?**
A: Sorry I am not familiar with the Crossfire version.... The Diamondback's are much lighter though than a pair of similar Leitz binocs that I have

**Q: Does anybody have any experience with these vs the non-HD version?**
A: http://www.birdwatching.com/optics/2019_Diamondback-HD/review.html

**Q: are the prisms bak4? I do not see it in the description**
A: Yes. In the HD version.

**Q: What's the difference between the Diamondback and the Viper binoculars?**
A: I have both - an 8x32 diamondback HD and the 8x42 Viper HD. The Vipers are simply amazing - the clarity and brightness are sensational for birding. The diamondbacks are very close and like them as a go to for walks because they are lighter and fit into a pocket. However, they have a smaller field. It really depends on your needs.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great optical performance at the price. Very well made too. Recommended.
*by S***R on 24 November 2020*

These are not state of the art but they are very good for value/performance. The initial impression is excellent; bright, sharp and clear with good contrast. Detailed testing show a few minor imperfections, but they are relatively minor. They are not Swavorskis. There is a sweet spot very slightly below the centre where chromatic aberration, colour fringing, is negligible and resolution really very good. Above this point there is a little magenta fringing, and below a little turquoise fringing, on high contrast edges. This limits the results just a little at longer ranges, but you'll have to spend big money to get much better. Resolution is very good for about the central 60-70% of the large apparent field of view vertically, and good throughout horizontally. There is some pincushion distortion but really you have to look for it. Build quality is really good, they feel like a premium product. A first pair came with a soft case with an unstitching logo and were returned. The binos were fine and optical performance seems extremely sample-consistent. Overall very pleased.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great quality for the price
*by S***X on 5 February 2022*

Excellent binoculars with a sharp, bright image. A complicated harness comes with the case so you can walk around with the binoculars on your chest like a proud dad with a new baby. Not for me, so I took scissors to the straps and cobbled together a simple shoulder strap. Otherwise great.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The quality is excellent.
*by T***C on 7 February 2023*

Really sturdy and top quality. The image quality is excellent and the harness and bag that comes with it is also excellent. Very pleased with this product.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Vortex Optics Diamondback HD 8x42 Binoculars - HD Optical System, Non-slip Grip, Waterproof, Fogproof, Shockproof, Included GlassPak - Unlimited, Unconditional Warranty
- Vortex Binocular Harness Strap

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