Hawke Vantage HD 8x26 Compact Binoculars

The Hawke Vantage HD 8x26 Compact Binoculars are designed for those seeking a lightweight, travel-friendly option without compromising on image quality. Built around Hawke’s H2 optical system, these compact binoculars feature fully multi-coated lenses and phase-corrected BAK-4 roof prisms, delivering crisp, bright views with excellent colour fidelity and contrast.

With a practical 8x magnification and 26mm objective lenses, they offer a generous field of view of 119m at 1000m, making them perfect for birdwatching, hiking, and general outdoor observation. The open hinge design and rubber-armoured polycarbonate body keep weight to a minimum while ensuring a secure, durable grip.

Built for real-world conditions, these binoculars are nitrogen-purged, waterproof, and fog proof, so they perform reliably in unpredictable weather. Comfortable to use thanks to twist-up eye cups and 16mm eye relief, they also include a tripod mounting thread for added stability when needed.

Compact, durable, and easy to carry, the Vantage HD 8x26 is the ideal binocular for anyone looking for quality optics in a small, affordable package.

Utilises Hawke’s H2 optical system for enhanced clarity and contrast

Equipped with fully multi-coated lenses to maximise light transmission and image brightness

Features phase-corrected BAK-4 roof prisms for sharp, high-resolution viewing

Compact and lightweight design, ideal for travel and everyday use

Built with a rubber-armoured polycarbonate body for durability and a secure grip

Open hinge design improves handling and reduces overall weight

Includes twist-up eye cups for comfortable viewing with or without glasses

Nitrogen-purged to prevent internal fogging and maintain clear vision

Fully waterproof and fog proof, ensuring reliable performance in adverse weather

Tripod adaptable with a standard mounting thread for stable extended viewing

Easy to use and ideal for beginners or budget-conscious nature enthusiasts

Optical System: System H2
Magnification: 8x
Objective Lens: 26mm
Colour: Green
Lens Coating: Fully Multi-Coated
Field of View: 356ft @ 1000yds / 119m @ 1000m
Field of View (°): 6.8°
Apparent Field of View (°): 54°
Eye Relief: 0.6in / 16mm
Exit Pupil: 0.13in / 3.3mm
Eye Cups: Twist-Up
Eyecup Diameter: 1.3in / 34mm
Interpupillary Distance: 2.2 – 2.8in / 56 – 72mm
Close Focus: 11.5ft / 3.5m
Prism Type: Roof
Prism Glass: BAK-4
Prism Coating: Hi-Res Phase Corrected
Dioptre Type: Right Eye
Tripod Mounting Thread: Yes (1/4" – 20 UNC)
Height: 4.6in / 117mm
Width: 4.3 – 3.6in / 108 – 91mm
Weight: 10.1oz / 285g

Hawke Vantage HD 8x26 Compact Binoculars
Instruction Manual
Lens Cloth
Protective Pouch
Protective Carry Case with Strap
Neck Strap
Objective Lens Covers
Ocular Lens Covers

Hawke No-Fault Lifetime Warranty