Nikon PROSTAFF P3 10×30 Binocular | Waterproof, fogproof, Rubber-Armored

10 reviews for Nikon PROSTAFF P3 10×30 Binocular | Waterproof, fogproof, Rubber-Armored

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   Barbara L. Hunt – 29 December 2024

   Clear, Crisp, and Built to Last – A Perfect Companion for Any Outdoor Adventure!
   I picked up the Nikon ProStaff binoculars for an upcoming hiking and bird-watching trip, and I couldn’t be more satisfied. These binoculars have far exceeded my expectations in terms of both performance and durability. If you’re looking for a set that can keep up with any outdoor activity, this is it.The image quality is phenomenal – crystal clear and sharp, with vibrant colors that make every detail pop. Even in low light, the ProStaff performs remarkably well. I’ve used these at dawn and dusk, and the brightness is impressive. The field of view is wide, making it easy to spot moving animals or scan large landscapes.These binoculars are incredibly comfortable to use. They’re lightweight, which is a huge plus for long hikes or carrying them around the neck for extended periods. The grip is solid and secure, even when wearing gloves. Adjusting the focus is smooth and easy, which has been great for quick focus changes when spotting birds or distant mountain features.Nikon clearly made these with rugged use in mind. They’ve been through rain, dust, and a couple of accidental drops, and they still look and function like new. They’re water- and fog-proof, which has been a lifesaver on damp, misty mornings. This set feels like it’s built to last for years.For the price, these binoculars are unbeatable. They offer professional-grade quality at a reasonable price point, which is perfect for hobbyists and serious enthusiasts alike. I’ve owned more expensive binoculars that didn’t match the clarity and durability of the ProStaff.If you’re looking for a high-quality pair of binoculars that are versatile, easy to carry, and built for serious outdoor use, the Nikon ProStaff is a fantastic choice. Whether it’s for birdwatching, hiking, or just getting a closer look at landscapes, these binoculars won’t let you down. Highly recommend – they’re the best outdoor companion I could have asked for!

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   Eric Rose – 29 December 2024

   Beautiful binoculars
   Beautiful binoculars, a pleasure to use daily. We use them to bird watch, as well as night sky star gazing. A real treat. 8×42 is the sweet spot for general use binoculars. 8x is enough power to see detail but still be able to hand-hold. 42 is a big enough lens to gather plenty of light for day or night viewing. 10x is too hard to hold by hand (realistically the upper limit for hand-held), as the image jumps around too much. 50mm diameter lens is also the upper end of hand-held, as it is heavier and bulkier to hold without a tripod. The P3 line is a perfect balance of good lens coating at a value price. The higher end models have better lens coating technology, but for the extra $$$ you’d be hard pressed to tell the difference. The only other option to consider paying more money for is waterproofing. Only get waterproof if you really need it (using on a boat is the obvious situation). But for birdwatching outdoors on a clear day, the P3 is a great model. We literally use them every single day. Our living room looks out on a big field with a lot of nature activity. We keep these binoculars on the window sill, ready at a moments notice to watch the show. Nikon is known for optical quality, and these don’t disappoint. Easy to focus, stays in focus, well made, sturdy. Just quality all around.

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   O.G. – 29 December 2024

   FANTASTIC!!!
   These Nikon PROSTAFF P3 10×42 Binoculars are absolutely fantastic! Super-Clear lenses, excellent magnification and great field of view for a lightweight compact pair of binocs! These are perfect for hunting or outdoor hiking activities as they are very light and when you’re out in the woods, every ounce counts. I love Nikon products, and these binocs definitely live up to the Nikon name. 10 times better than Bushnell. Lens caps are cheap – but so are all factory lens caps on all binocs. Has a nice sturdy case and a makes a perfect addition for any outdoorsman or adventurer. I’d give these 10-Stars if I could. Highly Recommend!

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   Paula de Vos – 29 December 2024

   I like these for birdwatching, but they are somewhat hard to get focused
   There are three settings on the eye pieces. Even so, whenever I look through them, I basically see a circular vignette. If I take them off my eyes, and sort of rest them on my eyebrows, I can see through them fine. However, they are very clear, and I can watch the birds in my backyard forest well. They don’t produce a shaky image either. They are pretty stable to look through.

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   Ivy Reisner – 29 December 2024

   In some ways better than far more expensive binoculars
   These are the best birding binoculars I’ve ever used. I go with a tour group at Prospect Park and the leader has a pair that cost over a thousand dollars that he let us try. The image quality on this is mostly comparable once you’re on the bird and the binoculars are fully up to your eyes.The advantage of the very expensive ones over these is that you can kind of see through them to line up on the bird before you fully bring them up. To me that’s a skill you get after two or three hours of birding if you don’t have that crutch anyway.The advantage of these over the expensive ones is the image of a bird in shadows is brighter with these. The tour leader thinks it’s a trade-off to get that ability to see through them at a slight distance, and to me the better view of the colors of the plumage would make these superior even at the same price point, once you put in the time and get the skill.The case that comes with these is nice. It’s compact and it protects the binoculars quite well. The strap is comfortable to wear and I generally don’t like hanging things from my neck. This one has a nice strap.

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   ivy maine – 29 December 2024

   This review is intended for a bino noob like myself, to share some of my learnings, while I looked for a pair that was travel-friendly; light, good optics, waterproof, and rugged. I also wanted a brand that will be around for product support if needed. I’m not a pro and know very little about these instruments, so the criteria mentioned was a baseline, and good clarity and ease of use was an absolute requirement. Picking the Nikon PROSTAFF P3 8×30 ended up being a leap of faith. The reviews from others on Amazon helped. I had short-listed the Bushnell Prime 8×32 with similar specs but I couldn’t justify the higher price.I did learn through research that going with 8 times magnification is the sweet spot for hand-held viewing as the image will be relatively steady versus 10-12 times mag, and an objective lens size of 30mm will give you a decent field of view and relatively good brightness versus a 25mm. While a larger lens (40mm and above) will result in a better image it will also add to the overall size and weight which is why I got the 30mm for travel.On receiving the product, I can say that it physically met the criteria that I had set. Image quality is great and I’m happy with my purchase. Someone did mention that you will need a good lens cap management system as they are easy to misplace. I personally like that they are not attached, so nothing dangling. I would just remove them and keep aside until I’m done for the day, versus trying to put them back at each interval. This will also not fit in your pocket, and it’s more of a mid-size bino.I got this on sale at 20% off which was an added incentive, in addition to checking all the boxes for me. I’ve added some pictures as that is one thing I prefer when I read reviews. I’m taking this on a safari in a month, and I’ll add to this review, IF there is anything new that unravels.

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   Barakat Munshi – 29 December 2024

   Nice, easy ,handy, light weight, clear vision.

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   Todd – 29 December 2024

   Just what I wanted, use them for horse racing and they are light to carry and great vision.

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   Shelley L Smith – 29 December 2024

   Very light , quick to focus and very sharp image.Impressive for the price. Well worth the purchase. Nice size to carry around!

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    Nikhil Worlikar – 29 December 2024

    It’s a great product for Wild Life and Bird Watching. Cristal Clear Clarity. Must have Binoculars.