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Nikon PROSTAFF 3S 8x42

4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars 1,135 ratings
Brand Nikon
Age Range (Description) Adult
Special Feature Lead- and Arsenic-Free Eco-Glass; Silver-Coated Roof Prisms; Multi-Coated Optics; Nitrogen Filled, Water and Fogproof See more
Objective Lens Diameter 42 Millimeters
Magnification Maximum 8

About this item

  • Multilayer-coated kenses for brighter images
  • High-reflectivity silver-alloy mirror coatings for a bright and clear view
  • Turn-and-slide rubber multi-click eyecups
  • Water Proof and Fogproof
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PROSTAFF 3S 8x42

The Power of Performance

The PROSTAFF 3S 8x42 binocular lives up to its namesake with bright, multicoated optics, wide field of view, long eye relief, and waterproof/fogproof performance. Notably lightweight and compact, the PROSTAFF 3S is a standout binocular for those looking for rugged-yet-portable optics worthy of any adventure.

PROSTAFF 3S 8x42 Key Features

Brighter Views

Long Eye Relief

Turn-and-Slide Rubber Eyecups

Rubber-Armored Design

Optics Designed for Brighter Views

PROSTAFF 3S features an optical system created from lead-and-arsenic-free Eco-Glass. Multilayer coatings, which provide high light transmittance across the entire visible light spectrum, are applied for bright images. High-reflectivity silver-alloy mirror coating applied on the mirror surfaces of the prisms for a bright and clear view.

Long Eye Relief

Nikon has manufactured the PROSTAFF 3S binoculars, as well as many other of its optics, with a high-eyepoint design for long eye relief without vignetting. This provides a clear field of view for everyone, even when the user is wearing eyeglasses.

Turn-and-Slide Rubber Eyecups

Turn-and-slide rubber eyecups allow users to adjust the eye relief for a custom fit—providing a full field of view and maximum comfort during extended periods of use.

Rubber-Armored Design

PROSTAFF 3S has a rugged rubber-armored coating to provide a non-slip grip, even in the wettest conditions.

Product Description

PROSTAFF 3S features an optical system created from lead-and-arsenic-free Eco-Glass. Multilayer coatings, which provide high light transmittance across the entire visible light spectrum, are applied for bright images

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4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7 out of 5
1,135 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the versatility, brightness, weight and field of view of the binoculars. They mention that it's great for birdwatching, has sharp and bright optics and that it is easy to carry. They also appreciate the focus, saying that it works well and is fast to focus. Customers also like the fit, quality, and value.

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108 customers mention108 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the binoculars. They mention that they are high quality, provide a crystal clear picture, and work well in low light. Some say that the bins are bright and easy to focus. Overall, most are happy with the product's quality.

"Light weight but not "cheap". Well made. Very large field of view. Controls are very good. Focus wheel excellent...." Read more

"...and birds are now sharper as these provide clear, bright, and high contrast views. Easily worth $99, I'd say $126 as well." Read more

"3D like views. Easy to focus. Can see birds’ fluffy feathers, hawks up close and green leaves against blue sky. Great with eyeglasses too...." Read more

"...I love the clear images and the way they feel in my hands, not too light and not too heavy. Just the right weight. Easy to adjust...." Read more

68 customers mention68 positive0 negative

Customers appreciate the value of the binoculars. They say it is a nice product for the price, with great quality for the money. They also say it's light weight but not cheap.

"Light weight but not "cheap". Well made. Very large field of view. Controls are very good. Focus wheel excellent...." Read more

"...Yes the lens caps are a bit odd but they do work and are not cheap, just a little wonky...." Read more

"...Great with eyeglasses too. Money well spent. Will upgrade one day for even crisper images." Read more

"Very nice binoculars for the price. I was pleasantly surprised at the quality for this price range...." Read more

42 customers mention39 positive3 negative

Customers find the binoculars light weight, easy to handle, and compact. They also say it works great for whale watching and is easy to store.

"Light weight but not "cheap". Well made. Very large field of view. Controls are very good. Focus wheel excellent...." Read more

"...These are a nice weight, the eye cups twist to adjust, easy to focus and have a nice bright view...." Read more

"...Just the right weight. Easy to adjust. Came with a nice carrying case and strap. I use mine for birdwatching. Very pleased with these binoculars." Read more

"Loved the light weight of this and the amazing quality of the focus you can get when viewing" Read more

29 customers mention29 positive0 negative

Customers find the binoculars versatile and great for birdwatching, wildlife observation, and the occasional bird they need to identify. They also say the bins are easy to use and good value.

"...Great for birding and wildlife. It was just too big and heavy for me to carry around. Also it would be hard to travel abroad with this." Read more

"...8X42 is great for bird watching and all purpose. Get the 10x42 for hunting or target shooting" Read more

"Handy and compact. Focusing rings are a little tight. At first I thought the one on right was not working...." Read more

"...different distances, provide a crystal clear picture and work well in low light conditions. I could not be more pleased with them...." Read more

21 customers mention18 positive3 negative

Customers like the focus of the binocular. They say it's relatively easy, works well, and is fast to focus. The controls are good and the focus wheel is excellent. The binocles are used for birding and the close range of about 10 ft is a nice improvement over their old Bushnell. The focus is amazing and the wheel is smooth and effective.

"...Very large field of view. Controls are very good. Focus wheel excellent. Not as bright as my 600.00 Leopold in low light, but not bad...." Read more

"...These are a nice weight, the eye cups twist to adjust, easy to focus and have a nice bright view...." Read more

"3D like views. Easy to focus. Can see birds’ fluffy feathers, hawks up close and green leaves against blue sky. Great with eyeglasses too...." Read more

"Loved the light weight of this and the amazing quality of the focus you can get when viewing" Read more

15 customers mention15 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the brightness of the binoculars. They mention that the increased light is a big improvement, and the optics are sharp and bright.

"...weight, the eye cups twist to adjust, easy to focus and have a nice bright view...." Read more

"...squirrels, rabbits, and birds are now sharper as these provide clear, bright, and high contrast views. Easily worth $99, I'd say $126 as well." Read more

"For the money these bins are lightweight, bright, and easy to adjust & use...." Read more

"...I can see pine needles and bird markings clearly at 600 ft.Bright, clear, sharp...." Read more

15 customers mention12 positive3 negative

Customers like the fit of the binoculars. For example, they say it's true to size, not small but manageable, and fits well in the hand. The twist out eye cups make them totally adjustable.

"...They don't feel cheap or flimsy. Fit nice in my hands and the materials have a nice feeling." Read more

"Handy and compact. Focusing rings are a little tight. At first I thought the one on right was not working...." Read more

"...They will definitely surprise you! Light weight, compact, and super clear. Everything I would expect from a Nikon product without the big price tag." Read more

"...Great for birding and wildlife. It was just too big and heavy for me to carry around. Also it would be hard to travel abroad with this." Read more

10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the field of view of the binoculars. They mention that it has a nice clear wide field of vision, making it easy to see close up distances as well as large distances. The product is small and lightweight, making its easy to view distant objects. It is great for outdoor events and concerts.

"Light weight but not "cheap". Well made. Very large field of view. Controls are very good. Focus wheel excellent...." Read more

"Ability to view close up distances as well as large distances." Read more

"...Use them for waterfowl hunting and small and lightweight and easy to see far distances." Read more

"...The view is absolutely clear, amazing Nikon!" Read more

Great beginner binoculars
5 Stars
Great beginner binoculars
I bought these in 2018 and I’m still enjoying them in 2024. I bought them as a beginner birder thinking I would buy a more expensive pair later on. Well they work fine. I enjoy birding with them all the time. The case has held up, and protected the binoculars. The caps that protect the glass eye pieces are like new. No need to buy a newer model.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Very good binocular for the price
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2024
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Light weight but not "cheap". Well made. Very large field of view. Controls are very good. Focus wheel excellent. Not as bright as my 600.00 Leopold in low light, but not bad. Highly recommend.
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MR
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Nice
Reviewed in the United States on April 1, 2017
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Ok, Im no expert at binoculars, so I tried out several, even went to a local sporting goods store, and almost fell over when I saw the prices, really $3200 for a pair of bino's, mind you, they were nice, but not $3100 more nice then these Nikons. These are a nice weight, the eye cups twist to adjust, easy to focus and have a nice bright view. Now I tried many brands and several powers, even zoom, I settled on these cause they seem to be good all around, wether bird watching, site seeing , or checking out the night sky. Now the lens caps are not much to talk about, but I dont even use them, I like the way the strap on the Bino's is dual porpose, ( no strap on case) , so i just keep them in the case without the lens caps. In my opinion, I dont think you could find a better pair of bino's at 10 times the price, and although I wouldn't want to lose these, it surely wouldn't hurt as bad as losing a $3200 set.. Just try them, Im sure you wont be disappointed. Highly recommend.... I like these so much, I'm even thinking of trying the same in the 10x42 power....
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MJ218
5.0 out of 5 stars Nice for the price.
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2022
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Bought these for $99 but see they're now $126. I've two other pairs of older but nice binoculars and these still best them. Yes the lens caps are a bit odd but they do work and are not cheap, just a little wonky. I bought the binos though, not caps, and my squirrels, rabbits, and birds are now sharper as these provide clear, bright, and high contrast views. Easily worth $99, I'd say $126 as well.
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ElQue
4.0 out of 5 stars Excellent intro to binoculars
Reviewed in the United States on June 26, 2022
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3D like views. Easy to focus. Can see birds’ fluffy feathers, hawks up close and green leaves against blue sky. Great with eyeglasses too. Money well spent. Will upgrade one day for even crisper images.
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GloriaR
5.0 out of 5 stars Very nice for the price
Reviewed in the United States on November 22, 2021
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Very nice binoculars for the price. I was pleasantly surprised at the quality for this price range. I love the clear images and the way they feel in my hands, not too light and not too heavy. Just the right weight. Easy to adjust. Came with a nice carrying case and strap. I use mine for birdwatching. Very pleased with these binoculars.
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Ella Stroupe
5.0 out of 5 stars Great beginner binoculars
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2024
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I bought these in 2018 and I’m still enjoying them in 2024. I bought them as a beginner birder thinking I would buy a more expensive pair later on. Well they work fine. I enjoy birding with them all the time. The case has held up, and protected the binoculars. The caps that protect the glass eye pieces are like new. No need to buy a newer model.
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Ella Stroupe
5.0 out of 5 stars Great beginner binoculars
Reviewed in the United States on April 24, 2024
I bought these in 2018 and I’m still enjoying them in 2024. I bought them as a beginner birder thinking I would buy a more expensive pair later on. Well they work fine. I enjoy birding with them all the time. The case has held up, and protected the binoculars. The caps that protect the glass eye pieces are like new. No need to buy a newer model.
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em marie
5.0 out of 5 stars Love these for birding.
Reviewed in the United States on November 3, 2019
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These are a great pair of birding binoculars for my 15 year niece. We bought them for a trip to Cape May for the Fall Birding Festival and got to compare these to the Vortex and Zeiss and she couldn't see any difference. I couldn't see much difference even with my 54 year old eyes. We did get to try out the Swarovski's at the Hawk Watch, but at $1,800.00 we'll stick with these for $119.00. We ordered another off brand for a little less, because it got a good review on a birding site and had a phone mount that she wanted, but they literally fell apart before we got home from the 2 day trip. We're returning them and ordering another pair of these. Unfortunately these do not have a tripod port.
26 people found this helpful
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars Great deal!
Reviewed in the United States on February 9, 2024
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Loved the light weight of this and the amazing quality of the focus you can get when viewing
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Denzel
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant product at prices range
Reviewed in India on December 31, 2018
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Excellent, light weight, handy, amazing and robust built quality. This Nikon prostaff 3s is an outstanding product at a very reasonable price.
Thanks Nikon and Amazon.
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Ivan Noronha
5.0 out of 5 stars nice product
Reviewed in India on March 2, 2020
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worth for price
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Jhanvi
5.0 out of 5 stars Loved it.
Reviewed in India on February 18, 2020
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Excellent one for bird watchers as beginners. It's light weight and easy to hold. Shows natural colors and crisp scenery.
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Amazon Customer
5.0 out of 5 stars As Advertised
Reviewed in Canada on April 4, 2020
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Purchased as a birthday gift, recipient very pleased. Tried them myself, was reluctant to hand them back - crystal clear, also capture a great deal of light in overcast conditions. Easy to use, intelligent design, very lightweight, could fit in oversize pocket. Strap is decent for OEM, pouch has belt loop, so can attach to knapsack or belt if desired. Quality materials throughout, have absolutely nothing even vaguely negative to write here.
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Samira
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Reviewed in India on January 15, 2020
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Great product
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