Aurora BGA VHD 8x42

    “Smaller, Lighter, Brighter, Sharper”, the Aurora BGA VHD takes the company’s design maxim to a new and even higher point offering levels of performance, comfort and ergonomics equal to or better than anything we have done before.

    Designed on a new platform with an entirely new optical system that delivers a sweet spot so big it will surprise and delight - we think the Aurora BGA VHD are among the very best lightweight field binoculars available today.

    Features
    • Compact, lightweight roof prism design
    • Magnesium single hinge single axis body
    • Textured rubber armouring
    • Nitrogen gas filled waterproof (5m/16ft depth)
    • VHD optical system incorporating field flattening technology and high quality ED glass objective lenses
    • Phase corrected prisms with Oasis prism coating
    • S-H type multi-coating to all air/glass surfaces
    • Flat field vision
    • Long eye relief for spectacle wearers
    • 4-stage twist type retractable eyecups
    • 500º turn smooth action wide wheel focusing
    • Close focus to 1.9m/6.2ft
    • Central dioptre adjuster
    • Tripod adapter socket

    Supplied Accessories

    Aurora BGA VHD binoculars are supplied in a soft vinyl case with rainguard, neoprene strap and rubber objective lens covers

    Guarantee

    30 year

    Product Code

    30775

    Price £799.00

    Where To Buy
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    Specifications

    • Specifications
      • Colour
        Black
      • Size
        8x42
      • Magnification
        8
      • Lens Dia. (mm)
        42
      • Lens Dia. (inch)
        1.7
      • Field of View (m@1000m)
        141
      • Field of View (°)
        8.1
      • Field of View (ft@1000yd)
        423
      • Close Focus (m)
        1.9
      • Close Focus (f)
        6.2
      • Eye Relief (mm)
        20
      • Eye Relief (inch)
        0.8
      • IPD Range (mm)
        56~75
      • IPD Range (inch)
        2.2~3
      • Waterproof
        Yes
      • Prism Type
        Roof
      • Length (mm)
        152
      • Width (mm)
        132
      • Depth (mm)
        51.5
      • Dimensions LxWxD (mm)
        152x132x51.5
      • Dimensions LxWxD (inches)
        6x5.2x2
      • Weight (g)
        725
      • Weight (oz)
        25.6
      • Weight (lb)
        1.6
    • Technical
      • Body Material
        Magnesium Alloy, Polycarbonate
      • Hinge Type
        Single Hinge, Single Axis
      • Armour Type
        Full
      • Armour Material
        NBR
      • Nitrogen Gas Filled
        Yes
      • Eyecup Type
        4 stage twist
      • Dioptre Adjustment Side
        Right
      • Dioptre Adjuster Location
        Centre
      • Dioptre Range
        5.00
      • Focal Length (mm)
        N/A
      • Eyelens Dia (mm)
        23
      • Prism Material
        OP6
      • Prism Coating
        Oasis
      • PC Coating
        Yes
      • Lens Coating
        S-H Type
      • Serial Number Location
        Rear of left body
      • Country of Origin
        Japan
    • Accessories
      • 21084 Binocular Case in soft vinyl for roof prism 42mm

        £14.95

        More Info
      • 21091 EA Binocular Case for roof prism 42mm

        £17.95

        More Info
      • 31075 44mm BGA Binocular Rainguard

        £6.95

        More Info
      • 31072 30mm Neoprene Binocular Strap (10mm loop)

        £9.95

        More Info
      • 31091 40mm Neoprene Binocular Strap (10mm loop)

        £12.95

        More Info
      • 31096 25mm Nylon & Leather Binocular Harness with Quick Release System

        £24.95

        More Info
      • 31097 25mm Elastic & Leather Binocular Harness with Quick Release System

        £24.95

        More Info
      • 31034 Rubber Objective Lens Covers For Outer Diameter 50-51mm

        £11.95

        More Info
      • Binocular Tripod Mount for Roof Prism Binoculars

        £12.95

        More Info
      • Pro Series Lens Cleaning Cloth 20x20cm in pouch

        £3.95

        More Info
    • Videos
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    • Reviews

      Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Neil English

      11 July 2022

      My optical testing began as usual, by examining how the binocular handled a very bright light source. The results I obtained were excellent. There was no internal reflections, no diffraction spikes and no signs of diffused light around the light source. These results reveal the very high homogeneity of the glass and the excellence of the anti-reflection coatings applied.

      Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Neil English. Click here to read the entire review.


      Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Miles Cluff

      08 December 2021

      To test the capabilities of the Aurora BGA VHD I used them on several Gull roosts in the late afternoon. As some of you might know, bright and sharp optics are required for searching Gull roosts and the binocular excelled. Images are crisp and sharp to the edge with very little chromatic aberration or distortion. 

      Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Miles Cluff. Click here to read the entire review.


      Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Chip Clouse

      30 August 2021

      I just had the most incredible day with the new Opticron Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 binocular! I’m a bit of an optics geek and really appreciate quality. I’ve grown to expect that with Opticron products at the various price points but this new top-of-the-line Aurora really exceeded my expectations when I used it on a 4.5 hour pelagic trip that was part of the Acadia Birding Festival in Maine.

      Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Chip Clouse. Click here to read the entire review.


      Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - David Chandler

      23 August 2021

      My first impression, straight out of the box, was that this is a very bright binocular. Its light-gathering ability was evident after sunset, too. Twelve minutes after the sun went down, in a mostly overcast sky, a roof-ridge Song Thrush was very clearly visible. I was still impressed five minutes later. I watched a Barn Owl with the Aurora 30 minutes after sunset on a clear night, and could still see shades of green in the surrounding countryside.

      Above is an excerpt from a review authored by David Chandler and orignally published in Birdwatching Magazine September 2021. Click here to read the entire review.


      Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Lee Thickett

      12 August 2021

      Summing up, the Aurora has a super-large sweet spot with excellent perceived sharpness that softens at the very edge of the field, but remains sharp enough for your peripheral vision to pick up any new arrival at the edge.

      Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Lee Thickett and originally published on Birdforum.net. Click here to read the entire review.


      Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Mike Alibone

      16 June 2021

      The new Aurora BGA VHD range, comprising 8x42 and 10x42 models, takes Opticron's binocular portfolio to a new level. This latest addition to the collection has been designed on a new platform with a completely new optical system that elevates the Aurora to pole position, above the former first-placed model, the DBA VHD+.

      Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Mike Alibone and orignally published in Birdwatch Magazine June 2021. Click here to read the entire review.


    Specifications

    • Specifications
    • Technical
    • Accessories
    • Videos
    • Reviews
    • Colour
      Black
    • Size
      8x42
    • Magnification
      8
    • Lens Dia. (mm)
      42
    • Lens Dia. (inch)
      1.7
    • Field of View (m@1000m)
      141
    • Field of View (°)
      8.1
    • Field of View (ft@1000yd)
      423
    • Close Focus (m)
      1.9
    • Close Focus (f)
      6.2
    • Eye Relief (mm)
      20
    • Eye Relief (inch)
      0.8
    • IPD Range (mm)
      56~75
    • IPD Range (inch)
      2.2~3
    • Waterproof
      Yes
    • Prism Type
      Roof
    • Length (mm)
      152
    • Width (mm)
      132
    • Depth (mm)
      51.5
    • Dimensions LxWxD (mm)
      152x132x51.5
    • Dimensions LxWxD (inches)
      6x5.2x2
    • Weight (g)
      725
    • Weight (oz)
      25.6
    • Weight (lb)
      1.6
    • Body Material
      Magnesium Alloy, Polycarbonate
    • Hinge Type
      Single Hinge, Single Axis
    • Armour Type
      Full
    • Armour Material
      NBR
    • Nitrogen Gas Filled
      Yes
    • Eyecup Type
      4 stage twist
    • Dioptre Adjustment Side
      Right
    • Dioptre Adjuster Location
      Centre
    • Dioptre Range
      5.00
    • Focal Length (mm)
      N/A
    • Eyelens Dia (mm)
      23
    • Prism Material
      OP6
    • Prism Coating
      Oasis
    • PC Coating
      Yes
    • Lens Coating
      S-H Type
    • Serial Number Location
      Rear of left body
    • Country of Origin
      Japan
    • 21084 Binocular Case in soft vinyl for roof prism 42mm

      £14.95

      More Info
    • 21091 EA Binocular Case for roof prism 42mm

      £17.95

      More Info
    • 31075 44mm BGA Binocular Rainguard

      £6.95

      More Info
    • 31072 30mm Neoprene Binocular Strap (10mm loop)

      £9.95

      More Info
    • 31091 40mm Neoprene Binocular Strap (10mm loop)

      £12.95

      More Info
    • 31096 25mm Nylon & Leather Binocular Harness with Quick Release System

      £24.95

      More Info
    • 31097 25mm Elastic & Leather Binocular Harness with Quick Release System

      £24.95

      More Info
    • 31034 Rubber Objective Lens Covers For Outer Diameter 50-51mm

      £11.95

      More Info
    • Binocular Tripod Mount for Roof Prism Binoculars

      £12.95

      More Info
    • Pro Series Lens Cleaning Cloth 20x20cm in pouch

      £3.95

      More Info
    • Video image
    • Video image

    Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Neil English

    11 July 2022

    My optical testing began as usual, by examining how the binocular handled a very bright light source. The results I obtained were excellent. There was no internal reflections, no diffraction spikes and no signs of diffused light around the light source. These results reveal the very high homogeneity of the glass and the excellence of the anti-reflection coatings applied.

    Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Neil English. Click here to read the entire review.


    Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Miles Cluff

    08 December 2021

    To test the capabilities of the Aurora BGA VHD I used them on several Gull roosts in the late afternoon. As some of you might know, bright and sharp optics are required for searching Gull roosts and the binocular excelled. Images are crisp and sharp to the edge with very little chromatic aberration or distortion. 

    Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Miles Cluff. Click here to read the entire review.


    Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Chip Clouse

    30 August 2021

    I just had the most incredible day with the new Opticron Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 binocular! I’m a bit of an optics geek and really appreciate quality. I’ve grown to expect that with Opticron products at the various price points but this new top-of-the-line Aurora really exceeded my expectations when I used it on a 4.5 hour pelagic trip that was part of the Acadia Birding Festival in Maine.

    Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Chip Clouse. Click here to read the entire review.


    Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - David Chandler

    23 August 2021

    My first impression, straight out of the box, was that this is a very bright binocular. Its light-gathering ability was evident after sunset, too. Twelve minutes after the sun went down, in a mostly overcast sky, a roof-ridge Song Thrush was very clearly visible. I was still impressed five minutes later. I watched a Barn Owl with the Aurora 30 minutes after sunset on a clear night, and could still see shades of green in the surrounding countryside.

    Above is an excerpt from a review authored by David Chandler and orignally published in Birdwatching Magazine September 2021. Click here to read the entire review.


    Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Lee Thickett

    12 August 2021

    Summing up, the Aurora has a super-large sweet spot with excellent perceived sharpness that softens at the very edge of the field, but remains sharp enough for your peripheral vision to pick up any new arrival at the edge.

    Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Lee Thickett and originally published on Birdforum.net. Click here to read the entire review.


    Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 - Mike Alibone

    16 June 2021

    The new Aurora BGA VHD range, comprising 8x42 and 10x42 models, takes Opticron's binocular portfolio to a new level. This latest addition to the collection has been designed on a new platform with a completely new optical system that elevates the Aurora to pole position, above the former first-placed model, the DBA VHD+.

    Above is an excerpt from a review authored by Mike Alibone and orignally published in Birdwatch Magazine June 2021. Click here to read the entire review.