Fujinon 10x42 HC

• 10x42 configuration: The 10x magnification gives more reach for identifying distant wildlife and landscape detail, while the 42 mm objectives keep the binocular practical for all-day handheld use.
• ED optics with SUPER EBC FUJINON coating: Extra-low dispersion glass and Fujifilm’s coating system help reduce color fringing and improve contrast, so fine detail stays cleaner in difficult light and against busy backgrounds.
• Roof-prism magnesium body: The Schmidt/Pechan roof-prism layout keeps the binocular compact, and the magnesium housing reduces weight without making the instrument feel delicate in field use.
• Long eye relief and central diopter: The 16.00 mm eye relief supports comfortable viewing, while the central diopter adjustment helps fine-tune the image quickly for a balanced view through both barrels.
• Waterproof, fogproof nitrogen-filled construction: Sealed, nitrogen-filled internals help the binocular stay reliable when moving between changing temperatures or using it in wet outdoor conditions.

About the Fujinon HC Series

The Fujinon HC series, short for HYPER-CLARITY, is Fujifilm’s roof-prism binocular family for wildlife and nature observation. The range includes 8x42 and 10x42 models, giving users a choice between a wider, steadier view or more reach for distant subjects. Across the series, Fujifilm combines ED lens elements with SUPER EBC FUJINON multi-coating on the light-transmitting surfaces of the lenses and prisms to improve brightness, contrast, and control of chromatic aberration.

The optical system uses nine lens elements in seven groups to manage distortion across the field of view, helping the image stay more natural from center to edge. The HC design also focuses on practical field handling: a magnesium-alloy body keeps weight under control, while waterproof and fogproof construction supports use in changing weather. Water-repellent coatings on the objective lenses and eyepieces make it easier to clear moisture from exposed glass. Long eye relief and an ergonomically shaped, slip-resistant grip round out the series, making HC binoculars a strong fit for bird watching, general hunting optics use, and extended observation sessions where comfort matters as much as image quality.

About the Fujinon 10x42 HC

The Fujinon 10x42 HC is the higher-magnification model in the HC line, built for users who need more detail at distance without moving to a larger binocular. Its 10.00 x magnification is well suited to scanning open country, following birds at longer range, or picking out antler points and movement in mixed terrain. The 42.00 mm objective lenses keep the binocular bright enough for general dawn, daylight, and dusk observation while preserving a manageable size for handheld use.

Optically, this model combines ED lens elements with fully multicoated surfaces and Fujifilm’s HC-series coating approach to deliver a cleaner image with reduced color fringing and better contrast. In practice, that helps when viewing dark subjects against bright sky, reading feather detail, or separating animals from brush and shadow. The 114.00 m/1000m field of view remains wide enough for tracking moving subjects, while the 4.20 mm exit pupil supports a relaxed view in normal field conditions.

The binocular’s roof-prism format and magnesium housing keep it compact and durable, and at 778.00 g it remains realistic for extended carry. Central focusing allows quick adjustment as viewing distances change, and the central diopter setting helps tailor the image to the user’s eyesight. Waterproof, fogproof, nitrogen-filled construction adds confidence in rain, cold mornings, and rapid temperature shifts, making the 10x42 HC a practical premium binocular for bird watching, wildlife observation, and hunting optics use where image clarity and portability need to stay in balance.

About Fujinon

Fujinon is the optics brand of Fujifilm, whose roots go back to January 20, 1934, when Fuji Photo Film Co., Ltd. was established in Japan. Binocular production under the FUJINON name began in 1947 with the 6×25 Meibo series, building on Fujifilm’s earlier work in optical glass production. Over time, the company expanded its optical-device business beyond binoculars into broadcast, cinema, videography, CCTV, and industrial lenses.

That broader optical background matters in products such as binoculars, where lens design, coatings, and mechanical precision all affect real-world performance. FUJINON binocular families have included the MT and FMT series, as well as Mariner, Polaris, and TECHNO-STABI models, covering marine, observation, and image-stabilized applications. This long involvement in optical engineering gives the brand a strong reputation for practical, field-oriented instruments rather than purely decorative design.

Main Features

• Magnification: 10.00 x
• Objective lens diameter: 42.00 mm
• Prism type: Roof - Schmidt/Pechan
• Lens coating: Fully Multicoated
• Field of view at 1000 m: 114.00 m/1000m
• Field of view: 6.50 °
• Exit pupil: 4.20 mm
• Eye relief: 16.00 mm
• Focusing system: Central
• Diopter adjustment position: Central
• Interpupillary distance: 57.00 mm - 76.00 mm
• Length: 137.00 mm
• Width: 130.00 mm
• Height: 54.00 mm
• Weight: 778.00 g
• Housing material: Magnesium
• Filled with: Nitrogen
• Waterproof: Yes
• Fogproof: Yes
• Country of origin: Japan

Warranty

2 years. The Fujinon 10x42 HC is supplied with a 2-year warranty, providing defined coverage for this binocular model.

In the Box

• Objective lens covers
• Eyepiece rainguard
• Soft case
• Neck strap
• Cleaning cloth
• Instruction manual