The Nikon 5x15 HG Monocular is tiny, but it promises the same high-quality build and lens of Nikon's other optical devices. Will it live up to the high standard set by this premium manufacturer?
With the promise of its stablemates, the Nikon 5x15 HG Monocular has a lot to live up to. We were amazed by the quality of this little monocular's images, which were clear and very sharp. The chassis is very solidly made and feels very comfortable. Although the unit isn't waterproof, it's so tiny that it can be stowed in a plastic bag and placed in a pocket, where it will be safe on beaches and long walks. With a magnification of 5x, the Nikon 5x15 HG is more for casual use on walks and anywhere you'd want to get a little closer to the action. Why you can trust Live Science Our expert reviewers spend hours testing and comparing products and services so you can choose the best ones for you. Find out more about how we test. The Nikon 5x15 HG is one of the smallest monoculars we've tested. It's only 2.8 inches (7.1 centimeters) long and fits comfortably even in petite hands. Although Nikon isn't known for its monoculars, we found the 5x15 HG's image quality amazing. Specifications Design: Roof prism Magnification: 5x Objective lens: 15mm Eye relief: 0.6 inch (15.8 mm) Weight: 2.6 ounces (75 grams) Dimensions: 2.8 x 1.2 x 1.2 inches (7.1 x 3 x 3 cm) Durability: Well made but not waterproof The lens has received the usual multi-coatings to ensure the efficient travel of light through the unit. It also has phase correction prism coatings, including high-reflection silver coatings, which help with the unit's low-light ability. These features make the 5x15 HG an absolute pleasure to use. There is very little chromatic aberration, partially due to the unit's limited 5x magnification. The color rendition is clear and crisp, and we were surprised by how much light got through the unit in our tests. We could use the 5x15 HG even in dim settings, such as a church, where the monocular revealed fine details in the stonework. Design Image 1 of 3 The monocular is tiny (Image credit: Matthew Morris) The 15mm objective lens allows a lot of light to be captured. (Image…
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