Bushnell H20 2 10x42 Roof

• 10x42 configuration: The combination of 10x magnification and a 42 mm objective lens gives this binocular the reach needed for wildlife observation, open-country hunting, and general outdoor use while remaining compact enough for all-day carry.
• Roof prism design: The Schmidt/Pechan roof prism layout keeps the binocular slim and easy to pack, making it a practical choice for travel, bird watching, and use around water where bulk matters.
• Fully multi-coated optics: Multiple anti-reflective coatings help preserve contrast and image brightness, which makes it easier to pick out detail in shaded woodland, overcast conditions, or at the start and end of the day.
• Waterproof and fogproof construction: A nitrogen-filled, sealed housing helps the binocular stay clear when moving between temperatures or using it in wet weather, so it remains dependable on boats, trails, and hunting trips.
• 17 mm eye relief: The generous eye relief improves comfort during longer viewing sessions and gives eyeglass wearers a better chance of seeing the full image without strain.

About the Bushnell H20 2 Series

Bushnell H20 2 binoculars are built as practical outdoor optics for users who spend time around water, campsites, roads, and open country and need a model that balances durability with straightforward handling. Bushnell refreshed the H2O lineup in 2021, expanding it across compact and full-size formats with magnifications from 7x to 12x, so the series covers everything from casual travel use to longer-distance observation.

A defining trait of the series is its aluminum body paired with a textured, non-slip rubber exterior, a combination chosen for secure handling in damp conditions and regular outdoor use. Bushnell also gives the H2O family IPX7 waterproof and fogproof construction, which suits boating, beach trips, rain, and changing temperatures. Optically, the series uses fully multi-coated glass and BAK-4 prisms to deliver a clear, usable image without moving into a heavier or more specialized class of binocular. The range includes roof-prism, Porro-prism, and folding roof-prism models, so the H2O line is defined less by one shape than by a shared focus on portable, weather-ready outdoor viewing.

About the Bushnell H20 2 10x42 Roof

The Bushnell H20 2 10x42 Roof is the full-size roof-prism model in the series for users who want more reach than an 8x binocular without stepping into the narrower, less forgiving feel of higher magnifications. Its 10x magnification helps when scanning shorelines, following birds at distance, or checking terrain across fields and hillsides, while the 42 mm objective lenses still gather enough light for general dawn, dusk, and overcast use. That makes this configuration especially versatile for hunting optics, bird watching binoculars, and travel where one binocular has to cover several roles.

The Schmidt/Pechan roof prism design keeps the body trim and easier to carry than a bulkier Porro alternative, and the single-hinge aluminum chassis gives it a solid, straightforward feel in the hand. Bushnell pairs that structure with fully multi-coated optics, which help maintain contrast and reduce distracting glare so detail remains easier to read against water, foliage, or flat light. With a 17 mm eye relief, the binocular is also better suited to extended glassing sessions and more accommodating for eyeglass wearers than many compact designs.

In field use, the weatherproof construction is a major part of the appeal. The binocular is waterproof, fogproof, and nitrogen filled, so it is better prepared for humid mornings, rain, spray, and temperature changes that can fog lesser optics internally. At 630.00 g and 150.00 mm long, it stays portable enough for day trips while still offering the steadier handling and viewing comfort expected from a 10x42 binocular.

About Bushnell

Bushnell was founded in 1948 by Dave Bushnell, who began selling optical products from a photographic shop in Pasadena, California. The company developed around practical sports optics and outdoor gear, with a product range that covers binoculars, riflescopes, red dot sights, rangefinders, spotting scopes, and trail cameras. That broad focus has made Bushnell a familiar name across hunting, target shooting, birding, and general nature observation.

Within the optics market, Bushnell is known for building products for real field use across several price levels and applications, from accessible general-purpose models to more specialized lines such as Legend, Prime, Elite Tactical, and AR Optics. The brand also uses proprietary features such as EXO Barrier, a lens coating developed to repel water, oil, dust, and debris. Bushnell became part of ATK on November 1, 2013, adding the company to a larger group with strong ties to shooting and outdoor equipment.

Main Features

• Product type: Standard binoculars
• Series: Bushnell H20 2
• Magnification: 10.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 42.00 mm
• Prism type: Roof - Schmidt/Pechan
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Field of view: 102.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (degrees): 5.85 °
• Exit pupil: 4.20 mm
• Eye relief: 17.00 mm
• Close focus: 4.00 m
• Twilight factor: 20.49
• Relative brightness: 17.6
• Body type: Single hinge
• Housing material: Aluminium
• Nitrogen filled: Yes
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Length: 150.00 mm
• Weight: 630.00 g
• Color: Blue

Warranty

20 years. This binocular is covered by a 20-year warranty, giving long-term support for a product intended for regular outdoor use in wet and variable conditions.