Shilba Monocular Zoom 8-24x40

• 8-24x variable magnification: The zoom range lets one monocular cover both wide-area scanning at 8x and closer inspection at 24x, making it practical for general observation, hunting optics use, and travel.
• 40 mm objective lens: A larger front lens gathers more light than compact pocket monoculars, helping the image stay more usable in overcast conditions and during the lower-light parts of the day.
• Roof - Schmidt/Pechan prism design: This prism layout keeps the body slim and easy to pack while maintaining the straight-barrel shape many users prefer for quick one-handed viewing.
• Central focusing with fast focus: The focusing system allows quick adjustment as viewing distance changes, which is useful when switching from nearby detail to distant subjects without slowing observation.
• Compact aluminium body: At 200.00 g and 155.00 mm long, the monocular is light enough for everyday carry while the aluminium housing gives it a more solid feel than many lightweight plastic alternatives.

About the Zoom Series

The Shilba Zoom Series is built for users who want more flexibility than a fixed-power optic can offer without moving up to a full spotting scope. In Shilba’s outdoor range, these models sit as compact observation tools for general field use, travel, casual wildlife watching, and hunting support where low weight matters as much as reach. The defining idea behind the series is variable magnification: a single monocular can be used for broad scanning at lower power and for closer inspection when more detail is needed.

Across the series, the design stays focused on portability, with a straight monocular format, compact dimensions, and practical handling for quick use in the field. The use of roof prisms helps keep the body narrow and easy to pack, while coated optics are intended to maintain a clear, bright image for daytime observation. Compared with larger binoculars or spotting scopes, the Zoom models are simpler to carry and faster to deploy, making them well suited to users who value mobility and adaptable magnification over maximum low-light performance.

About the Shilba Monocular Zoom 8-24x40

The Shilba Monocular Zoom 8-24x40 is the larger and more versatile option for users who want a compact monocular with meaningful reach. Its 8x to 24x magnification range gives it a broad working window: at 8x it is easier to locate and follow subjects, while the upper end is better suited to checking distant terrain features, game movement, or details that would be missed with a fixed low-power monocular. That flexibility makes it useful as a lightweight companion optic for hunting, outdoor observation, and travel.

The 40.00 mm objective lens gives this model an advantage over smaller pocket monoculars by collecting more light and supporting a more relaxed image at lower magnification. Its field of view reaches 77.00 m/1000m at the wide end, which helps with initial target acquisition, while the closer view at higher power is there when detail becomes the priority. The Roof - Schmidt/Pechan prism system keeps the body slim, and the aluminium construction adds durability without making the optic heavy to carry.

In practical use, the central focusing and fast focus features help the monocular respond quickly as viewing distance changes. A close focus of 1.60 m also adds versatility for nearby subjects. Because it is tripod adaptable, the 8-24x40 can be steadied for more comfortable viewing at higher magnification, where extra support becomes especially useful.

About Shilba

Shilba traces its origins to an optical workshop near Osaka, Japan, in 1960. That background helps explain the brand’s long association with sporting optics and field observation products. In 1981, the owner of the Japanese factory sold the Shilba brand, its expertise, and its contacts to the current owners, establishing the basis for the company’s later expansion.

Shilba’s range today includes riflescopes, binoculars, monoculars, spotting scopes, and scope mounts and rings, showing a clear focus on practical optics for hunting, shooting, and outdoor use. The brand began exporting to neighboring Latin American countries in 2000 and started marketing its products in Spain in 2004, reflecting its development from a regional optical name into a broader sporting optics brand.

Main Features

• Product type: Monocular
• Magnification: 8.00 x
• Magnification range: 8.00 x - 24.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 40.00 mm
• Prism type: Roof - Schmidt/Pechan
• Field of view: 77.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (max.): 77.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (min.): 37.00 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 4.40 °
• Exit pupil: 1.60 mm
• Exit pupil range: 5.00 mm - 1.60 mm
• Close focus: 1.60 m
• Focusing system: Central focusing, Fast focus, Variable
• Tripod adaptable: Yes
• Housing material: Aluminium
• Dimensions: 155.00 mm x 50.00 mm x 50.00 mm
• Weight: 200.00 g
• Color: Black
• Waterproof: No

Warranty

The Shilba Monocular Zoom 8-24x40 is covered by a 2-year warranty.

In the Box

• Shilba Monocular Zoom 8-24x40
• Tabletop tripod
• Carrying case