Braun Compagno 8x42 WP

• 8x42 configuration: The combination of 8x magnification and a 42 mm objective lens gives this binocular a steady, versatile view with enough brightness for woodland walks, birding and general outdoor observation.
• Wide field of view: With 124.00 m/1000m, the Braun Compagno 8x42 WP makes it easier to pick up moving subjects and follow them naturally, which is especially useful for wildlife and landscape scanning.
• Long eye relief: The 17.30 mm eye relief and twist-up eyecup design improve comfort for extended viewing and make the binocular easier to use with glasses.
• Roof prism, fully multicoated optics: The Schmidt/Pechan roof prism layout keeps the binocular slim, while the fully multicoated optical system helps maintain contrast and a clear image in changing daylight conditions.
• Waterproof, fogproof construction: A nitrogen-filled, waterproof body resists internal fogging and wet weather, so the binocular remains practical for hiking, travel and field use in variable conditions.

About the Braun Compagno Series

The Braun Compagno series is built as a practical roof-prism binocular line for users who want a compact, straightforward field glass for outdoor observation, hiking and nature watching. Within Braun’s binocular range, Compagno models cover familiar all-round formats, including 8x and 10x magnifications with objective sizes from 26 mm to 50 mm, giving the series a broad spread from lighter travel models to brighter full-size options.

A defining feature of the range is its emphasis on everyday usability. Central focusing keeps operation quick and intuitive, while twist-up eyecups improve viewing comfort for both eyeglass wearers and non-eyeglass wearers. Braun also positions the series as suitable for use beyond fair-weather outings: Compagno binoculars are described as nitrogen-filled, fogproof and waterproof to 0.5 m for 15 minutes, which adds reassurance in damp or changeable conditions.

Optically, the series combines ULTRALIT lenses, BAK-4 roof prisms and multi-coated optics. In practice, that means a compact binocular shape with the image quality needed for daylight observation and the brightness to remain useful into dusk, making the Compagno line a sensible fit for general outdoor and hunting optics use.

About the Braun Compagno 8x42 WP

The Braun Compagno 8x42 WP is the balanced all-round model in the series, pairing 8x magnification with a 42.00 mm objective lens for a format that works well across bird watching, hiking, travel and general field observation. This specification is popular because it offers enough reach to study distant detail without becoming difficult to hold steady, while the 42 mm front lenses gather enough light for comfortable viewing in woodland shade and at the edges of the day.

The optical layout is built around a Roof - Schmidt/Pechan prism system and Fully Multicoated lenses. That gives the binocular a slimmer body than a porro-prism design and supports a clean, contrast-rich image for scanning terrain, following birds or picking out detail against busy backgrounds. A 124.00 m/1000m field of view helps the binocular feel open and easy to use, especially when tracking movement, while the 5.30 mm exit pupil contributes to a relaxed view in mixed light.

Comfort is another strong point. 17.30 mm eye relief, a -4 / +4 Dpt diopter range and a central focusing system make the binocular easy to adapt to different users and quick to focus in the field. The open-bridge body improves grip and handling, and the nitrogen-filled, waterproof and fogproof construction adds reliability when conditions turn damp or temperatures change suddenly.

About Braun

Braun traces its origins to 1915, when Karl Braun founded Karl Braun KG in Germany. The company initially produced optical instruments, metal goods and binoculars, giving it a long connection to practical optical products. In 1948, the business became Carl Braun Camera-Werk Nürnberg, and in 2004 it adopted the name BRAUN Photo Technik GmbH.

Today, BRAUN Photo Technik is headquartered in Eutingen, Baden-Württemberg, Germany and offers a product range that includes binoculars and Ultralit spotting scopes. Binoculars returned to Braun’s range in 2007, reflecting the company’s continued focus on accessible observation optics. In this category, Braun is known for straightforward, field-oriented designs that combine practical handling with features such as roof prisms, coated optics and weather-resistant construction.

Main Features

• Product type: Binoculars
• Magnification: 8.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 42.00 mm
• Prism type: Roof - Schmidt/Pechan
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Field of view: 124.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 7.10 °
• Exit pupil: 5.30 mm
• Eye relief: 17.30 mm
• Close focus distance: 4.00 m
• Diopter range: -4 / +4 Dpt
• Focusing system: Central
• Diopter setting position: Right eye-piece
• Interpupillary distance: 56.00 mm - 74.00 mm
• Body type: Open bridge
• Filled with: Nitrogen
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Length: 146.00 mm
• Width: 135.00 mm
• Height: 55.00 mm
• Weight: 550.00 g
• Colour: Black

Warranty

Braun Compagno 8x42 WP is covered by a 3-year warranty.

In the Box

• Binoculars
• Carrying bag
• Carrying strap
• Cleaning cloth
• Instructions for use