Vortex
01Vortex Diamondback HD 10×42
DB-215 · 10×42 HD
Check the 10×42 HD configuration; other magnifications have different specifications.
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10×42 binoculars: Diamondback HD vs PROSTAFF P7 vs Maven C.1
Compare field of view, eye relief, and carrying weight for three specific 10×42 configurations.
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All three are 10×42. Specifications are manufacturer figures; we have not conducted a controlled optical or low-light test.
Sources checked October 27, 2026 · No paid ranking positions · No DYLIO hands-on test scoreShowing all three options.
| What to compare | Vortex Diamondback HD 10×42 | Nikon PROSTAFF P7 10×42 | Maven C.1 10×42 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Published weight | 21.3 oz | 21.2 oz | 24.5 oz |
| Field of view at 1,000 yards | 330 ft | 367 ft | 314 ft |
| Eye relief | 15 mm | 15.7 mm | 16 mm |
| Close focus | 5 ft | 9.8 ft | 5.9 ft |
| Manufacturer source | View source ↗ | View source ↗ | View source ↗ |
| Where to buy | Shop at B&H Photo | Shop at Nikon | Shop at Maven |
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Nikon
02Nikon PROSTAFF P7 10×42
16773 · P7 10×42
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Maven
03Maven C.1 10×42
C.1 · select 10X
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