New larger version of some our most popular quality binoculars
Experience stargazing, marine adventures, and birdwatching like never before. The MONARCH M5 12x50 delivers the lightest 50 mm ED glass binoculars in its class*, producing high-resolution views with natural colour fidelity. Discover the world in unmatched realism and detail.
Highlights
- Lightest* body among 50mm-diameter objective lens binoculars employing extra-low dispersion (ED) glass
- Large-diameter objective lenses deliver dynamic views
Stylish, refined exterior design - All lenses and prisms are multilayer-coated for brighter images
- Dielectric high-reflective multilayer and phase-correction coatings are employed
- Waterproof (up to 1m for 10 minutes) and fog-free with O-ring seals and nitrogen gas
- Long eye relief design ensures a clear field of view, even for eyeglass wearers
Turn-and-slide rubber eyecups with multi-click facilitate easy positioning of eyes at the correct eyepoint - Rubber armouring for shock resistance and a firm, comfortable grip
- Lightweight body uses fibreglass-reinforced polycarbonate resin
With well-balanced optical performance that delivers clear, natural colour fidelity, the MONARCH M5 binocular series is designed for easy, active use. The use of ED (extra-low dispersion) glass compensates chromatic aberration, delivering contrast-rich and true-to-life colour reproduction while offering excellent cost-performance. In addition, dielectric high-reflective multilayer prism coating and phase-correction coating provide a bright, clear field of view. Both lightweight and compact, these binoculars are comfortable to carry and ideal for all kinds of activities — from birdwatching to sports events and various other outdoor adventures in a wide range of environments.
Specifications
| Nikon MONARCH M5 12x50 | |
|---|---|
| Magnification | 12 |
| Effective diameter of objective lens (mm) | 50 |
| Angular field of view (real) (˚) | 5.6 |
| Angular field of view (apparent) (˚)*1 | 59.2 |
| Eye relief (mm) | 19.3 |
| Length (mm) | 166 |
| Width (mm) | 133 |
| Depth (mm) | 58 |
| Weight (g) | 640 |
*1: Apparent field of view is calculated based on the ISO14132-1:2015 standard.
*2: When minimum magnification (10x) is selected.
*As of February 17th, 2026, among binoculars with a 50mm-diameter objective lens and 10× or 12× magnification employing an Extra-low Dispersion Lens, that had been released at that time. Based on Nikon Vision research.
