Shilba Odyssey 8x42

• 8x42 configuration: The combination of 8x magnification and a 42.00 mm objective gives a steady image with useful reach, making it well suited to birdwatching, hiking, and general outdoor observation.
• Roof prism open-bridge body: The Roof - Schmidt/Pechan prism system keeps the binocular slim, while the open bridge body improves grip and handling during long periods in the field.
• 5.25 mm exit pupil: A generous exit pupil helps the view stay bright and easy to acquire in changing light, which is especially useful at dawn, dusk, or in shaded woodland.
• Multi-coated optics: Multicoated lenses support better contrast and light transmission, helping fine detail stand out more clearly when scanning distant subjects.
• Weather-ready construction: With waterproof, fogproof, and nitrogen-filled construction, this binocular is built for damp mornings, cold weather, and fast temperature changes.

About the Shilba Odyssey Series

Shilba Odyssey sits within the brand’s Outdoor binocular series and is designed as a practical all-round option for users who need a compact, weather-resistant binocular for varied terrain and changing conditions. The series is intended for outdoor activities rather than specialist bench use, so the focus is on a balance of portability, secure handling, and dependable optical performance. Across the range, Odyssey models are described as water-, fog-, and snow-resistant, with anti-fungal protection that supports regular field use in humid or unsettled weather.

A defining feature of the series is its open-bridge design, which reduces bulk in the hand and makes the binocular easier to carry on long walks. Odyssey models are also associated with BAK-4 prisms, multi-coated optics, center focus, diopter adjustment, and retractable eyepieces, giving the line the core features expected from modern hunting binoculars and bird watching binoculars. The series currently includes 10x34, 8x42, and 10x42 configurations, covering users who prioritize either lower weight, a wider and steadier view, or a little more reach at distance.

About the Shilba Odyssey 8x42

Shilba Odyssey 8x42 is the most balanced configuration in the Odyssey family for general outdoor use. Its 8x magnification is strong enough to resolve detail at distance without becoming difficult to hold steady, while the 42.00 mm objective keeps the binocular versatile in mixed light. This makes it a sensible choice for birdwatching, hiking, travel, and hunting observation where subjects may appear at different distances and conditions can change through the day.

The optical layout combines a Roof - Schmidt/Pechan prism design with multicoated lenses, supporting a clean, contrast-rich image in a body that remains trim and easy to carry. A 131.25 m/1000m field of view helps with scanning open ground and following moving subjects, while the 5.25 mm exit pupil contributes to comfortable viewing and a bright image in lower light. The 2.00 m close focus is also useful when observing nearby detail such as insects, plants, or birds at short range.

In handling, the binocular’s open bridge body and central focusing system make it quick to bring on target and easy to adjust with one hand. The +4/-4 diopter range, set on the right eye-piece, helps fine-tune the view between the user’s eyes, and the nitrogen-filled, waterproof, and fogproof construction supports reliable use in wet, cold, or humid environments.

About Shilba

Shilba traces its origins to an optical workshop near Osaka, Japan, in 1960. The company’s background is rooted in sporting optics, and over time the brand developed a broader catalog that includes riflescopes, binoculars, monoculars, spotting scopes, and scope mounts and rings. In 1981, the owner of the Japanese factory sold the Shilba brand, its expertise, and its contacts to the current owners, helping establish the business structure behind the modern brand.

Shilba later expanded beyond Japan, beginning exports to neighboring Latin American countries in 2000 and starting to market its products in Spain in 2004. That history gives the brand a long association with accessible field optics built for practical use. For binoculars such as the Odyssey series, Shilba’s reputation centers on straightforward optical design, outdoor-oriented construction, and product lines that cover hunting, observation, and general nature use.

Main Features

• Magnification: 8.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 42.00 mm
• Prism type: Roof - Schmidt/Pechan
• Lens coating: Multicoated
• Field of view: 131.25 m/1000m
• Field of view (angular): 7.50 °
• Exit pupil: 5.25 mm
• Eye diopter range: +4/-4
• Close focus: 2.00 m
• Focusing system: Central
• Diopter setting position: Right eye-piece
• Body type: Open bridge
• Nitrogen filled: Yes
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Length: 138.00 mm
• Width: 128.00 mm
• Weight: 660.00 g
• Color: Green
• Country of manufacture: China

Warranty

Shilba Odyssey 8x42 is covered by a 3-year warranty.

In the Box

• Case
• Strap