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Nikon Monarch M7 8 X 42 (BAA902SA)
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Nikon 8x42 Monarch M7 Binocular
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Nikon Monarch M7 8x42mm Binocular - Black (BAA902SA)
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Nikon BAA902SA Monarch M7 8x42 Binoculars
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Nikon MONARCH M7 8x42 Binoculars
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Nikon BAA902SA Monarch M7 8x42 Binoculars
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Nikon Monarch M7 8x42 Binoculars
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originally posted on bhphotovideo.com
I have been using a Nikon Aculon binoculars since 2012 when I started birding watching. I wanted to upgrade my binoculars and I couldn't think of any other brand other than Nikon. So I chose this Monarch M7 8x42. I always carry a binocular and camera while birding which was a burden for my neck. So when I saw the harness offer in B&H for the binocular I wanted I immediately ordered and got the best one. The image quality and the colour is amazing. This monarch M7 has taken my birding to a next level. I am definitely happy about it. B&H service also was wonderful.
originally posted on REI
I went from Aculons 10x42 to Prostaff 3s 10x42 to these (M7 8x42) within two years and each upgrade has come with incremental performance that accurately reflects their respective price points.Right away you can tell these have what I would consider "pro glass". The prostaffs have a nice and bright image and its reasonably sharp but these blow the prostaffs out of the water. The image is great, vivid, super bright, extremely clear, and razor sharp. Chromatic abberation/diffraction is well controlled with the m7 because of the ED glass and this was the main reason for my upgrade from the prostaff. The prostaff suffered heavily from this and would distract from the experience with any moderate contrast heavy sceneries.The rubber armor seams to be smooth and less ... MoreI went from Aculons 10x42 to Prostaff 3s 10x42 to these (M7 8x42) within two years and each upgrade has come with incremental performance that accurately reflects their respective price points.Right away you can tell these have what I would consider "pro glass". The prostaffs have a nice and bright image and its reasonably sharp but these blow the prostaffs out of the water. The image is great, vivid, super bright, extremely clear, and razor sharp. Chromatic abberation/diffraction is well controlled with the m7 because of the ED glass and this was the main reason for my upgrade from the prostaff. The prostaff suffered heavily from this and would distract from the experience with any moderate contrast heavy sceneries.The rubber armor seams to be smooth and less 'grippy' than the prostaff. I dont know how I feel about that. I really liked the grippy soft texture from the Prostaffs so to me this feels like a downgrade. I presume its to make these easier to clean. I wont dock this as a minus in my review because thats a subjective feel. Dont get me wrong. These are incredibly well made and feel like a quality optical instrument still.The hinge to adjust the IPD is really stiff but smooth, and I like that a lot. Once I have them dialed in to my eyes, they stay there. Same thing with the diopter adjustment since it locks. I found it way too easy to change these with the prostaffs. One thing that I didnt really like is you cant adjust the diopter with the eyecups all the way recessed (as you would have them if you were to wear glasses, like I do). So the only way to adjust the diopter is to move the eyecup to the next open setting to be able to unlock the diopter dial and adjust like that. Very minor inconvenience and its only a one time thing so no big deal.Focusing is smooth and relatively fast. You dont have to turn the dial much to move from object to object.The strap sucks, but what optical device comes with a nice strap? None of my cameras came with a nice strap neither. I use the peak design strap lite for mine.The case is nice. It fits snug and feels like quality. I was thinking of investing in a nicer case but with these I think they will do for now until im feeling fancier.I want to go over the image again. The image is fantastic! Another thing is the field of view is over 8 degrees. It comes out to over 400ft wide at a distance of 1000ft. Sorry I dont memorize the specs but this really increases the enjoyment of the bins. Seeing so much of the scenery is fantastic for finding your object (be it a bird or elk).If you are starting out, there is nothing really wrong with getting the prostaffs to start off with. The cheap price is great if you are unsure that you are going to get into using binoculars or if they are going to be for very casual viewing. But, if you know you want to get into birding (for example) or you already have experience with bins and want to upgrade, I would highly recommend these. The next step after these are bins in the $1000 range. For mid range price, these are a great value.
originally posted on llbean.com
I used to work at LL Bean Hunting store and sold a lot of binoculars to customers. Most of them had little to no experience and often had poor understanding of the benefits of good glass that was properly tuned to their eyesight. Based upon my own experience and feedback from customers, I often turned to the Nikon line, especially the Monarchs, if people wanted decent glass without breaking the bank. Everyone who came back was happy with their purchase, and I have since recommended them to friends and family. When it came time to buy binoculars for a friend, no doubt in my mind which one to pick! He and his wife are delighted, seeing birds they never noticed with cheap, poor glasses.
| Focusing System | Central Focus |
| Magnification | 8x |
| Objective Diameter | 42mm |
| Angular Field of View (Real) | 6.4° |
| Angular Field of View (Apparent) | 48.2° |
Nikon Monarch M7 8 X 42 (BAA902SA)
Delivery between 15–18 June $26.64
Nikon Monarch M7 8x42 Binoculars
Free delivery between 12–19 June
Nikon 8x42 Monarch M7 Binocular
Delivery $15
Nikon Monarch M7 8x42 Binoculars
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Nikon Monarch M7 8x42mm Binocular - Black (BAA902SA)
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I have been using a Nikon Aculon binoculars since 2012 when I started birding watching. I wanted to upgrade my binoculars and I couldn't think of any other brand other than Nikon. So I chose this Monarch M7 8x42. I always carry a binocular and camera while birding which was a burden for my neck. So when I saw the harness offer in B&H for the binocular I wanted I immediately ordered and got the best one. The image quality and the colour is amazing. This monarch M7 has taken my birding to a next level. I am definitely happy about it. B&H service also was wonderful.
I went from Aculons 10x42 to Prostaff 3s 10x42 to these (M7 8x42) within two years and each upgrade has come with incremental performance that accurately reflects their respective price points.Right away you can tell these have what I would consider "pro glass". The prostaffs have a nice and bright image and its reasonably sharp but these blow the prostaffs out of the water. The image is great, vivid, super bright, extremely clear, and razor sharp. Chromatic abberation/diffraction is well controlled with the m7 because of the ED glass and this was the main reason for my upgrade from the prostaff. The prostaff suffered heavily from this and would distract from the experience with any moderate contrast heavy sceneries.The rubber armor seams to be smooth and less ... MoreI went from Aculons 10x42 to Prostaff 3s 10x42 to these (M7 8x42) within two years and each upgrade has come with incremental performance that accurately reflects their respective price points.Right away you can tell these have what I would consider "pro glass". The prostaffs have a nice and bright image and its reasonably sharp but these blow the prostaffs out of the water. The image is great, vivid, super bright, extremely clear, and razor sharp. Chromatic abberation/diffraction is well controlled with the m7 because of the ED glass and this was the main reason for my upgrade from the prostaff. The prostaff suffered heavily from this and would distract from the experience with any moderate contrast heavy sceneries.The rubber armor seams to be smooth and less 'grippy' than the prostaff. I dont know how I feel about that. I really liked the grippy soft texture from the Prostaffs so to me this feels like a downgrade. I presume its to make these easier to clean. I wont dock this as a minus in my review because thats a subjective feel. Dont get me wrong. These are incredibly well made and feel like a quality optical instrument still.The hinge to adjust the IPD is really stiff but smooth, and I like that a lot. Once I have them dialed in to my eyes, they stay there. Same thing with the diopter adjustment since it locks. I found it way too easy to change these with the prostaffs. One thing that I didnt really like is you cant adjust the diopter with the eyecups all the way recessed (as you would have them if you were to wear glasses, like I do). So the only way to adjust the diopter is to move the eyecup to the next open setting to be able to unlock the diopter dial and adjust like that. Very minor inconvenience and its only a one time thing so no big deal.Focusing is smooth and relatively fast. You dont have to turn the dial much to move from object to object.The strap sucks, but what optical device comes with a nice strap? None of my cameras came with a nice strap neither. I use the peak design strap lite for mine.The case is nice. It fits snug and feels like quality. I was thinking of investing in a nicer case but with these I think they will do for now until im feeling fancier.I want to go over the image again. The image is fantastic! Another thing is the field of view is over 8 degrees. It comes out to over 400ft wide at a distance of 1000ft. Sorry I dont memorize the specs but this really increases the enjoyment of the bins. Seeing so much of the scenery is fantastic for finding your object (be it a bird or elk).If you are starting out, there is nothing really wrong with getting the prostaffs to start off with. The cheap price is great if you are unsure that you are going to get into using binoculars or if they are going to be for very casual viewing. But, if you know you want to get into birding (for example) or you already have experience with bins and want to upgrade, I would highly recommend these. The next step after these are bins in the $1000 range. For mid range price, these are a great value.
I used to work at LL Bean Hunting store and sold a lot of binoculars to customers. Most of them had little to no experience and often had poor understanding of the benefits of good glass that was properly tuned to their eyesight. Based upon my own experience and feedback from customers, I often turned to the Nikon line, especially the Monarchs, if people wanted decent glass without breaking the bank. Everyone who came back was happy with their purchase, and I have since recommended them to friends and family. When it came time to buy binoculars for a friend, no doubt in my mind which one to pick! He and his wife are delighted, seeing birds they never noticed with cheap, poor glasses.
I've only had these for several months, but they're a quality pair binoculars. Image is really clear and beautiful, and the magnification is easy to handle (doesn't feel unstable). The lens caps, eye caps, neck strap, and soft case all protect the binoculars well, so I don't worry about them getting damaged when they're in the top of a backpack (I wouldn't pack them underneath anything though). The width of the eye pieces adjusts smoothly and holds its place; fits eyes that are wide-set or close-set easily. I've come across binoculars that don't adjust small enough for my face but have no issue with these ones, and they also fit faces much larger than mine. The focus knob is easy to turn while looking through the binoculars. Everything moves smoothly and quietly. ... MoreI've only had these for several months, but they're a quality pair binoculars. Image is really clear and beautiful, and the magnification is easy to handle (doesn't feel unstable). The lens caps, eye caps, neck strap, and soft case all protect the binoculars well, so I don't worry about them getting damaged when they're in the top of a backpack (I wouldn't pack them underneath anything though). The width of the eye pieces adjusts smoothly and holds its place; fits eyes that are wide-set or close-set easily. I've come across binoculars that don't adjust small enough for my face but have no issue with these ones, and they also fit faces much larger than mine. The focus knob is easy to turn while looking through the binoculars. Everything moves smoothly and quietly. Primarily using them to identify birds, but have also used them to look up at the leaves in tall trees.
I bought these binoculars 4 years ago. They’ve served me well in bright, dark and shady environments in the open or in woods. I even star gaze with them, and observe through my home windows. The image quality is excellently clear and crisp with great colors all the way to the edge of the visual field without color or wavy distortion (chromatic aberration). They are quite light weight and easily carried in small and large hands. There is a wide eye range to fit small and large face size, and stable, non-slip eye cups for viewing with or without glasses. The right eye diopter adjustment is tight and doesn’t slip. The lens cups are attached, won’t get lost, and fit snuggly. The ocular lens cup can attach to one or both sides of the neck strap, I attach to both sides so ... MoreI bought these binoculars 4 years ago. They’ve served me well in bright, dark and shady environments in the open or in woods. I even star gaze with them, and observe through my home windows. The image quality is excellently clear and crisp with great colors all the way to the edge of the visual field without color or wavy distortion (chromatic aberration). They are quite light weight and easily carried in small and large hands. There is a wide eye range to fit small and large face size, and stable, non-slip eye cups for viewing with or without glasses. The right eye diopter adjustment is tight and doesn’t slip. The lens cups are attached, won’t get lost, and fit snuggly. The ocular lens cup can attach to one or both sides of the neck strap, I attach to both sides so that when I’m not viewing the caps automatically fall onto the eye lenses and protect from moisture , pollen and dust. The field of view is more than enough to view quick flying birds and moving animals. The more used, the more proficient one gets at focusing in line with the sighted object, thus although these are not ”wide angle binoculars” they function like one. The neck strap is comfortable and made well. This is a superb, durable instrument and very well priced.
My wife and I have been birding together for 50 years and have been through many iterations of binoculars from cheap 7X35s from Sears to the decent 8X42s in the $200 -$300 range. These M7 Monarchs are a noticeable up-grade that will likely be the last we will need or want. We watch the birds around the lake behind our house from our breakfast-room out through the screen of our pool-cage. The light gathering capacity of the glasses makes the screening of the cage disappear. Our older $250 glasses do not compare. We love our 2022 Christmas presents to ourselves.
You can't go wrong with Nikon Monarchs. I have a pair nearly ten years old, and I bought these a couple of months ago as a gift for my son.This is the first generation of a new body, which made me a bit nervous; 1st gen sometimes has kinks to work out. To be honest, though the online reviews that I saw made the overhauled new body look so sleek and different, in person they're nearly identical (see photo). The new ones are a tiny amount heavier and the image a tiny amount crisper, but noticeable only if I look at them instantly consecutively.As far as magnification, I'm a birder and buy 8x42, as do the birders I know. While a broader field of vision is great, it creates hand shake. What to do, if this is your first pair, is search up some images that show ... MoreYou can't go wrong with Nikon Monarchs. I have a pair nearly ten years old, and I bought these a couple of months ago as a gift for my son.This is the first generation of a new body, which made me a bit nervous; 1st gen sometimes has kinks to work out. To be honest, though the online reviews that I saw made the overhauled new body look so sleek and different, in person they're nearly identical (see photo). The new ones are a tiny amount heavier and the image a tiny amount crisper, but noticeable only if I look at them instantly consecutively.As far as magnification, I'm a birder and buy 8x42, as do the birders I know. While a broader field of vision is great, it creates hand shake. What to do, if this is your first pair, is search up some images that show exactly what the same scene looks like through each magnification and also describes the various differences. I imagine your choice will depend on what you use it for.I'm very glad LLBean sells these. If they didn't I'd have gone with the last iteration, but knew the return policy would be generous if they didn't work out. That said, seeing them in person and not knowing how well they'll hold up long term, I would still probably choose the prior generation for the known quantity.Overall, these are great binoculars, and you really can't go wrong. I know many people who choose the Nikon Monarch; they're the tried and true.
I've been debating on buying my first binoculars for a while for butterfly counting and nature photography. Although I was looking at more expensive and higher magnification, I decided to go with the Nikon 8x42 Monarch M5 based on other recommendations. I was very pleased with the stability and the ease to focus into my subject. These are so fun to use that I will keep them in my bag frequently. The lenses appear high quality with no refraction glare. They are easy to focus and work well with my very petite face. They are light weight and material is easy to grip. I also like the fact they are water proof as I am out at the seaside or on a boat most days. I would highly recommend these to anyone looking for a reasonable birding or nature binocular.
I have an old pair of budget Bushnell 10x50 binoculars. My family and I recently got interested in birding, and it was time to upgrade our binoculars. These have exceeded expectations and are so much better than our old pair. I particularly like the wide field of view and a contrasty and colorful image that these produce. Focusing mechanism is also very nice, and these can focus much closer. I thought about getting M5 but was convinced by a wider field of view in M7. We took these out for a walk in the woods, and observed many birds. Now we want to go out and use these more! What a nice incentive to spend time outdoors.
These are just the right size for finding feathered friends.At about one-half the price, you get most of the specifications of Nikon's flagship optics. Objective lens covers remain in place solidly and are easier to pull down than to secure. More importantly, they will not get lost. Visually, even near objects (1.8 meters) are clear.The eyepiece covers always fit regardless of pupil-pupil adjustment. Important: make up a small webbing strap to secure them to the body. Their other lug is useless. The split lug could lose them.
| Focusing System | Central Focus |
| Magnification | 8x |
| Objective Diameter | 42mm |
| Angular Field of View (Real) | 6.4° |
| Angular Field of View (Apparent) | 48.2° |
Nikon Monarch M7 8x42 Binoculars
The Nikon Monarch M7 8x42 are compact binoculars with a wide field of view of 145m. With this, you can easily spot your subject. Thanks to the magnification of 8 times, you can watch a far-away subject like a bird in a tree up close. The wide field of view ensures you can effortlessly follow it when it flies away. The lens and prism coatings on the lenses ensure a bright image with a large contrast. These make the colors you see through the binoculars more realistic. The water-repellent coating makes it easy to wipe oil and water off the lenses. The rubber eye cups have dials that you can use to adjust the distance from your eyes to the binoculars to your liking. This makes the binoculars more comfortable to use for a longer time. Thanks to the waterproof finish, you can also use the binoculars during heavy rainfall.
The Nikon Monarch M7 8x42 are compact binoculars with a wide field of view of 145m. With this, you can easily spot your subject. Thanks to the magnification of 8 times, you can watch a far-away subject like a bird in a tree up close. The wide field of view ensures you can effortlessly follow it when it flies away. The lens and prism coatings on the lenses ensure a bright image with a large contrast. These make the colors you see through the binoculars more realistic. The water-repellent coating makes it easy to wipe oil and water off the lenses. The rubber eye cups have dials that you can use to adjust the distance from your eyes to the binoculars to your liking. This makes the binoculars more comfortable to use for a longer time. Thanks to the waterproof finish, you can also use the binoculars during heavy rainfall.
The Nikon Monarch M7 8x42 are compact binoculars with a wide field of view of 145m. With this, you can easily spot your subject. Thanks to the magnification of 8 times, you can watch a far-away subject like a bird in a tree up close. The wide field of view ensures you can effortlessly follow it when it flies away. The lens and prism coatings on the lenses ensure a bright image with a large contrast. These make the colors you see through the binoculars more realistic. The water-repellent coating makes it easy to wipe oil and water off the lenses. The rubber eye cups have dials that you can use to adjust the distance from your eyes to the binoculars to your liking. This makes the binoculars more comfortable to use for a longer time. Thanks to the waterproof finish, you can also use the binoculars during heavy rainfall.
The Nikon Monarch M7 8x42 are compact binoculars with a wide field of view of 145m. With this, you can easily spot your subject. Thanks to the magnification of 8 times, you can watch a far-away subject like a bird in a tree up close. The wide field of view ensures you can effortlessly follow it when it flies away. The lens and prism coatings on the lenses ensure a bright image with a large contrast. These make the colors you see through the binoculars more realistic. The water-repellent coating makes it easy to wipe oil and water off the lenses. The rubber eye cups have dials that you can use to adjust the distance from your eyes to the binoculars to your liking. This makes the binoculars more comfortable to use for a longer time. Thanks to the waterproof finish, you can also use the binoculars during heavy rainfall.
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