Levenhuk Wise PLUS 8x42 Monocular

• 8x42 configuration: The combination of 8x magnification and a 42.00 mm objective gives this monocular a steady, easy-to-use view with enough reach for wildlife, travel, and general outdoor observation while still keeping the image bright.
• Fully multicoated optics: The optical surfaces are fully multicoated to improve light transmission and contrast, helping the image stay clearer and more natural in overcast light, shaded woodland, or late-day use.
• Roof prism design: A Schmidt/Pechan roof prism layout keeps the body slim and easy to pack, so the monocular is more convenient to carry than bulkier field optics on hikes, trips, or events.
• Nitrogen-filled waterproof housing: The sealed, nitrogen-filled body resists internal fogging and handles wet weather better, which matters when moving between cold and warm environments or observing in rain and damp air.
• Comfort-focused viewing: With 18.00 mm eye relief and -4 / +4 diopter adjustment, the monocular is easier to adapt to different users and remains comfortable for longer viewing sessions, including for many eyeglass wearers.

About the Levenhuk Wise PLUS Series

Levenhuk Wise PLUS is a monocular series introduced in 2015 as an upgraded extension of the Wise line, adding improved optics and a more weather-ready construction. The series is built around a practical field format: compact enough for everyday carry, but with enough aperture to remain useful for birding, wildlife observation, architecture, and sporting events. Across the range, Levenhuk uses BaK-4 glass optics with fully multi-coated lenses, a combination chosen to support better image brightness, contrast, and edge definition than basic entry-level travel optics.

A defining trait of the series is its waterproof, nitrogen-filled housing, which gives the monoculars more dependable outdoor usability in rain, cold air, and changing temperatures. The rubber-armored bodies improve grip and day-to-day durability, while removable soft rubber eyecups help make viewing more comfortable over longer sessions. The lineup includes both compact general-purpose models and larger-aperture versions, including hunting-oriented variants with reticles and range-finding scales. That makes the Wise PLUS family a versatile part of the Levenhuk range, aimed at users who want a portable monocular with more robust construction and more serious field capability than a basic pocket optic.

About the Levenhuk Wise PLUS 8x42 Monocular

Levenhuk Wise PLUS 8x42 Monocular is the balanced all-round model in the series, combining a useful 8x magnification with a 42.00 mm objective lens. In practice, this format works well when the goal is to gain reach without making the image overly sensitive to hand shake. It is well suited to birdwatching, trail use, sightseeing, and event viewing, where a wide, stable image is often more valuable than higher magnification. The 110.00 m/1000m field of view supports easier scanning and helps keep moving subjects in frame.

The optical system uses a Schmidt/Pechan roof prism design and fully multicoated lenses, giving the monocular a slim shape while supporting good contrast and a cleaner image in mixed lighting. A 5.20 mm exit pupil helps maintain a bright, relaxed view, and the 18.00 mm eye relief is especially helpful for extended observation and for users who wear glasses. The -4 / +4 diopter adjustment allows the image to be tuned to individual eyesight, which is important in a single-eyepiece optic.

Mechanically, this model is built for outdoor carry rather than occasional indoor use. The rubberized body improves grip in cold or wet conditions, while the waterproof, fogproof, nitrogen-filled housing helps protect the optics from moisture and internal condensation. At 300.00 g and 160.00 mm long, it remains easy to pack in a jacket pocket or day bag, making it a practical monocular for travel and general field observation.

About Levenhuk

Levenhuk began operations in 2002, initially focusing on markets outside the United States. The company describes itself as an American manufacturer of optical instruments with headquarters in Tampa, Florida, and says its manufacturing facilities are in China. Its catalog covers a broad spread of observation equipment, including binoculars, spotting scopes, telescopes, monoculars, and microscopes, which gives the brand a strong presence in accessible consumer optics.

Within sport optics and observation devices, Levenhuk has developed multiple product families for different uses, including binocular lines such as Atom, Karma, Sherman, and Vegas. The company also produces more specialized devices such as Fatum thermal scopes and Halo and Atom Digital night-vision products. That range shows a focus on practical field optics across both daytime and low-light categories, from simple travel monoculars to more advanced electronic observation tools.

Main Features

• Magnification: 8.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 42.00 mm
• Prism type: Roof - Schmidt/Pechan
• Lens coatings: Fully Multicoated
• Field of view: 110.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 6.30 °
• Exit pupil: 5.20 mm
• Eye relief: 18.00 mm
• Close focus: 4.00 m
• Diopter adjustment: -4 / +4
• Nitrogen filled: Yes
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Special features: Rubberized body
• Length: 160.00 mm
• Width: 51.00 mm
• Weight: 300.00 g
• Working temperature range: -15 °C / +60 °C
• Color: Black

Warranty

2 years. This warranty period is stated for the Levenhuk Wise PLUS 8x42 Monocular and covers the product for a defined term rather than an open-ended warranty arrangement.

In the Box

• Levenhuk Wise PLUS 8x42 Monocular
• Objective lens cap
• Cleaning wipe
• Strap
• Pouch
• User guide