Upland Optics Perception HD 8x42mm Hunting Binoculars Review

After testing the Uplands Optics Perception HD 8x42mm bino, I decided to write an honest review about it.

So having tested the Perception 8×42 mm bino, what I can say is that I was quite impressed with the optics.

The images are very clear even at long ranges and this is due to the fact the Perception uses ED glass, which minimizes chromatic aberration.

I was thrilled to see that there was no color fringing on the edges of the images.

On top of that, it uses multicoated lenses that allow more light to enter the scope thereby delivering sharper, brighter, and clearer visuals.

The other thing I liked about these binos was the sturdy build. It has a rubber armoring which gives it a rugged feel and makes it easy to grip even if your hands are wet.

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The lenses are purged nitrogen to make them fog-free and the body is made of durable and lightweight materials.
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The only two issues I had with the binos was the eye relief and the weight. The eye relief was not so great and therefore, even though the product offers an eye relief of 17mm, I would not recommend these binos to people who wear glasses.

The other issue was the weight. These binos are heavy and they may prove to be a challenge particularly when out in the wild for hours trying to catch your prey.

Although this not much of a problem because they come with a comfortable neck strap allowing you to carry the binos easily around your neck. Holding them for an extended amount of time is hard.

Advantages and Disadvantages

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• Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Glass
• Eye Relief 17.2mm
• Flip Down Lens Protectors
• Durable Rubber Body
• Waterproof & Fogproof
• Lifetime Warranty

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• ED glass to remove chromatic aberration or color fringing
• Multicoated lenses for sharp and clear viewing
• Solid body that is waterproof
• Rubber armoring for a firm grip
• Nitrogen purged lenses for fog-proof performance
• 42mm objective lens
• 8x magnification
• Comes with a carrying case, neck strap, lens covers, and lens cloth
• Lifetime warranty

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• The eye relief is crappy
• Some users may find them heavy

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Features and Benefits

Optical Lenses

The Uplands Optics Perception HD has a 42mm objective lens and 8x magnification, which is ideal for hunting binos. In fact, the 8x magnification is adequate for long-range shooting.

What is fantastic about these binos is that they offer a field of view of 426 feet, which is very impressive. Most quality binos don’t offer such a wide field of view, not even the Uplands Optics Perception 10x42mm binos.

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The only thing you should keep in mind is that when you increase the magnification, the field of view becomes compromised. It narrows and this can be a problem if you need to keep track of a moving target.
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The Perception 8x42mm bino uses extra-low dispersion glass, which eliminates chromatic aberration. And I can confidently say that I did not notice any color fringing on the images.

The bino also uses coated lenses which allow more light to enter the scope delivering sharp, bright, and clear views. So even when the lighting conditions are bad, you are able to see your target clearly with these binos.

What’s more, is that the lenses are purged nitrogen to avoid fogging.

The Field of View

Having tested the Perception 10×42, I thought to myself, well this is a bino I would recommend to people who wear glasses. More so because it has great eye relief.

But I did not think there was another Perception out there that could offer a better eye relief until I tested the Perception 8x42mm bino.

Honestly, not many binos even the quality ones can offer a field of view of 426 feet. But that is exactly what the Perception 8×42 offers, which is great if you wear glasses.

Body Quality

The Perception 8x42mm is a roof prism bino. That means its compact, lightweight, and sturdy.

It has a magnalium chassis, which makes it slightly heavier than a polycarbonate bino but it’s tougher. And this is exactly what you need when you need to go hunting in bad weather.

You don’t need a bino made of flimsy material, but one that can withstand anything.

The other thing I noticed about its construction is the rubber armoring, which has dimple like patterns, for a firm grip. The rubber armoring also protects the binos from shock and water damage.

Fast-Focusing

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The Perception HD 8×42 has a fast focusing system, which allows you to quickly and easily focus on your target. The large central focus wheel on the bino enables you to adjust this focus.
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It has a rubber armoring, which makes it easy to use. So your finger won’t slip when you are trying to focus.

Accessories

The Perception HD 8×42 comes with a carrying case and a neck strap. The neck strap has some padding for comfort and the carrying case is made of durable material. However, the case doesn’t have any pockets.

The Perception also comes with lens covers and a lens cloth. The covers protect your lenses from dust, water or dirt and you can use the lens cloth to clean the lenses if they come into contact with dust.

Alternative Products

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1. Vanguard Endeavor 8420 8×42 Review

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• Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Glass Lenses
• BAK4 Roof Prism
• Fully Multi-Coated Optics
• Eye Relief 19.0mm
• Open-Bridge Design

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The Vanguard Endeavor 8420 8×42 is quite an impressive bino. It has fog-proof lenses that are multicoated to provide clear and sharp images in dim conditions.

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It has an eye relief of 19mm, which is sufficient for glass wearers.
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It has a field of view 367 feet which is wide enough for comfortable viewing. However, the Perception 8x42mm bino has a wider field of view.

Features and Benefits:

• Multicoated lenses for bright and clear images even in low light
• Easy to use
• Durable construction with rubber armoring for better handling and waterproof performance
• Wide field of view
• Sufficient eye relief for glass and non-glass wearers
• 42mm objective lens and 8x magnification
• Adjustable eye cups for easy and comfortable viewing
• Comes with a carrying case and neck strap

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2. Carson TD-842ED 3D Series HD 8×42 Review

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• Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Glass Lenses
• Phase-Corrected BAK4 Roof Prisms
• Fully Multi-Coated Optics
• Eye Relief 19.5mm
• Closed-Bridge Configuration

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The first time I used the Carson TD-842ED 3D Series HD 8×42 binos, I was amazed by the quality of the images. The Carson 3D uses BaK-4 prisms with multicoated lenses, which is what many top quality binos.

And as you should expect, the images are extremely clear and bright even in low light.

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The body is sealed with O-rings and nitrogen-purged for waterproof and fog-proof performance. The body also has a rubber coating that gives the binos its rugged texture and makes it easy to grip them.
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It’s lightweight and has compact design, which is great because you can carry them in your pocket or bag.

It has a field of view of 341 feet which is wide enough to view a moving target that is 1000 yards away.

Features and Benefits:

• BaK-4 coated prisms and multicoated lenses for high-resolution images
• Wide field of view to help keep track of moving targets
• Long eye relief for glass wearers
• Solid construction that is waterproof and fog proof
• Comes with a tripod and a tripod adapters
• Comes with a carrying case, neck strap, lens cloth, and lens protectors

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3. Athlon Optics 113004 Midas 8×42 UHD Review

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• Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Glass Objectives
• BAK4 Roof Prisms
• Fully Multi-Coated Optics
• ESP Dielectric Coating
• XPL Coating
• Phase Corrected Prisms

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Athlon Optics 113004 Midas 8×42 UHD is a roof prism bino that is designed for hunting and other outdoor activities. When I tested these binos, there was a lot I liked about them.

For one, like many quality binos, they use ED glass to minimize chromatic aberration and multicoated lenses for sharp and clear viewing.

They have a magnesium chassis, which is lightweight and compact for easy portability.

The chassis is covered with a rubber coating to make it water-resistant and unlike the Perception which is nitrogen purged, this one is Argon purged for fog proof performance.

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It has a large focus wheel which turns smoothly. And therefore, you are able to focus on your target easily and quickly.
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The other thing is that the Midas has a 426 feet field of view, the same as the Perception. The only difference is the eye relief. The Midas a longer eye relief than the Perception.

Features and Benefits:

• BaK-4 coated prisms and multicoated lens for crisp clear views
• Argon purged for waterproof and fog-proof performance
• Rubberized armor for easy handling particularly when it’s wet
• Large focus wheel that is easy to use
• Long eye relief, which is ideal for glass wearers
• Comes with a carrying case and neck strap

Conclusion

There was a lot I like about the Uplands Optics Perception 8x42mm bino particularly the wide field of view. I was also not disappointed by the optics.

It delivers bright and clear views and this is thanks to the multicoated lenses and the BaK-4 coated prisms it uses.

The construction is solid. Its waterproof and fog proof. It has a rubber armoring which gives the binos a firm grip. All in all, the Perception 8x42mm bino does live to its reputation.

And although it does have some serious competitors, it still is one of my favorite hunting binos by far.