Bresser Condor 8x56 Binoculars

• 56 mm objective lenses: The large front lenses and 7.00 mm exit pupil deliver a bright image in poor light, making this model especially well suited to dawn, dusk, and woodland observation.
• 8x magnification: This moderate power gives a steady, easy-to-hold view with a useful balance of reach and field coverage for hunting, wildlife watching, and general outdoor use.
• Roof prism design: The Schmidt/Pechan roof-prism construction keeps the binoculars slimmer than a comparable Porro design, so they pack and carry more easily in the field.
• Fully multi-coated optics with UR coating: The coatings help preserve brightness and contrast, which is particularly valuable when detail starts to fade in low-light conditions.
• Waterproof, nitrogen-filled housing: The sealed body resists rain and internal fogging, so the binoculars remain dependable when moving between cold, damp, and warmer environments.

About the Bresser Condor Series

The Bresser Condor series was introduced in 2016 as a versatile family of roof-prism binoculars for demanding outdoor users. Within the BRESSER lineup, Condor models sit as practical all-rounders for people who need one binocular for several roles rather than a specialist instrument for only one task. The series is aimed at nature observation, hiking, hunting, travel, and sports, with sizes ranging from compact pocket models to larger low-light configurations such as the 8x56.

A defining trait of the range is its combination of BaK-4 prisms, fully multi-coated lenses, and a compact roof-prism layout. This gives the series a good balance between portability, image quality, and field durability. Condor binoculars also use central focusing, adjustable eyecups, and diopter correction, which makes them adaptable to different users and viewing conditions. The rubber-armoured, waterproof construction and nitrogen filling found across current models underline the series’ outdoor focus: these are binoculars designed for regular use in changeable weather, where dependable handling and a clear image matter as much as raw specification figures.

About the Bresser Condor 8x56 Binoculars

The Bresser Condor 8x56 Binoculars are the low-light specialist within the Condor family. Their 8x magnification is easy to hold steady over long observation periods, while the 56 mm objective lenses gather substantially more light than smaller general-purpose binoculars. In practice, that makes this model a strong choice for hunting from a hide, scanning field edges at dusk, or watching wildlife when contrast and brightness begin to drop.

The optical layout combines a Schmidt/Pechan roof prism system with fully multi-coated lenses and BRESSER’s UR coating. Together, these features help maintain image brightness and usable contrast in difficult light, where a dimmer binocular can lose fine detail. The 107.00 m/1000m field of view is wide enough for tracking moving animals without making the image feel too low-powered, and the 2.00 m close focus adds flexibility for nearby subjects.

For practical day-to-day use, the binoculars feature central focusing for quick adjustment, a right-eye diopter setting to fine-tune the view, and 17.56 mm eye relief, which is helpful for eyeglass wearers. The waterproof, fogproof, nitrogen-filled body is built for wet and changeable weather, while the metal-based construction, tripod adaptability, and single-hinge roof-prism form keep the binoculars robust without becoming awkward to carry. This is a binocular configured for users who value brightness, stability, and dependable outdoor handling over maximum compactness.

About Bresser

Bresser began in 1957, when Josef Bresser founded BRESSER Optik in Germany. The company is now headquartered in Rhede, Germany, and has long focused on optical equipment for both recreational and enthusiast use. Its core product areas include telescopes, binoculars, microscopes, and outdoor optics, which gives the brand broad experience across precision optical categories rather than a narrow single-product focus.

That background is relevant to binoculars such as the Condor series, where mechanical reliability, practical ergonomics, and sound optical design matter as much as headline magnification. Over time, Bresser expanded its range beyond classic observation optics, adding products such as trail cameras and rangefinders, while continuing to develop established lines for field use. The company’s reputation in Europe is built on offering functional, well-specified optics for users who want dependable performance for nature observation, hunting, and general outdoor activities.

Main Features

• Product series: Bresser Condor
• Magnification: 8.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 56.00 mm
• Prism type: Roof - Schmidt/Pechan
• Field of view at 1000 m: 107.00 m/1000m
• Field of view: 6.11 °
• Exit pupil: 7.00 mm
• Eye relief: 17.56 mm
• Close focus: 2.00 m
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Focusing system: Central
• Diopter setting position: Right eye-piece
• Interpupillary distance: 60.00 mm - 76.00 mm
• Body type: Single hinge
• Housing material: Metal
• Filled with: Nitrogen
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Tripod adaptable: Yes
• Length: 175.00 mm
• Width: 141.00 mm
• Height: 67.00 mm
• Weight: 1062.00 g

Warranty

Bresser provides a 30-year warranty for this binocular. This long coverage period suits an outdoor optic built for regular field use and adds reassurance for buyers looking for a durable low-light binocular.

In the Box

• Binocular
• Bag
• Carrying strap
• Cloth