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product_id: 198646800
title: "Tasco - 8x42 - Essentials - Roof - Binoculars - Multi-coated - ES8X42"
brand: "tasco"
price: "R2929"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 6
category: "Tasco"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/198646800-tasco-8x42-essentials-roof-binoculars-multi-coated-es8x42
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region: South Africa
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# 185-ft field of view for immersive scenes 8x magnification for crisp distant views Rugged, weather-resistant build for all conditions Tasco - 8x42 - Essentials - Roof - Binoculars - Multi-coated - ES8X42

**Brand:** tasco
**Price:** R2929
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔍 See More, Miss Less — Elevate Every Outdoor Moment

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Tasco - 8x42 - Essentials - Roof - Binoculars - Multi-coated - ES8X42 by tasco
- **How much does it cost?** R2929 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/198646800-tasco-8x42-essentials-roof-binoculars-multi-coated-es8x42)

## Best For

- tasco enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted tasco brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **All-Terrain Durability:** Weather-resistant housing means these binoculars are ready for your next adventure, rain or shine.
- • **Effortless Precision Focus:** Smooth center focus wheel and adjustable diopter ensure razor-sharp views tailored perfectly to your eyes.
- • **Versatile Mounting & Comfort:** Tripod adaptable with twist-up eye cups and strap mounts for hands-free convenience and extended use.
- • **Lightweight Roof Prism Design:** Compact and easy to handle, ideal for on-the-go professionals who demand performance without bulk.
- • **Crystal-Clear Multi-Coated Optics:** Experience bright, sharp images with advanced lens coatings that cut glare and boost clarity.

## Overview

The Tasco Essentials 8x42 Roof Prism Binoculars combine powerful 8x magnification with a wide 185-ft field of view, housed in a rugged, weather-resistant design. Featuring fully multi-coated optics for bright, clear images and smooth, precise focusing, these lightweight binoculars are perfect for birding, hiking, travel, and stargazing. With adjustable diopter, twist-up eye cups, and tripod adaptability, they deliver professional-grade performance in a compact, portable package.

## Description

ESSENTIALS 8X42MM BINOCULAR THE FULL-SIZE ESSENTIALS 8X42 ROOF PRISM BINOCULAR FEATURES MULTI-COATED OPTICS FOR A BRIGHT, CLEAR VIEW. The 8x magnification offers a great field of view that's perfect for all-around use such as birding, hiking, travel, or even star gazing. The right side barrel has an adjustable diopter for you to adjust the binoculars perfectly in sync for your eyes. The center focus wheel is fast & smooth for the sharpest imaging. Take it wherever you go thanks to its tough, weather-resistant design. * Multi-coated lenses * Center focus wheel offers smooth and precise operation * Rugged, weather-resistant housing * Roof prism design for light weight and easy handling * Powerful, affordable optics in a compact size * Features mounting points for neck straps or harnesses * Right barrel has adjustable diopter for perfect focus adaption to the user * Twist-up eye cups for use with or without eyeglasses * Tripod adaptable design * 8x42 configuration is perfect for birding, travel, and general observation

Review: Great binos - These are amazing binoculars, from a reputable company. Good all round distance and not too heavy.
Review: Mejor de lo esperado - Se ve muy nítido, relación calidad precio muy buena, como única pega, la correa, no es la mejor q he visto, pero cumple con su función.

## Features

- 185-ft. field of view for a great viewing experience
- Rugged full-size bino
- 8X magnification for easy viewing
- Fully coated optics for a bright, clear view

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| Age range | Adult |
| Color | Black |
| Size | One Size |
| Style | Not pplicable |
| Compatible with | Devices with appropriate mounting points for neck straps or harnesses and tripod adaptability |
| Height | 3 inches |
| Item display length | 8 inches |
| Weight | 1.36 kg |
| Item display width | 6 inches |
| Lens type | Objective Lens |
| Material type | Blend |
| Number of items | 1 |
| Number of pieces | 1 |
| Features | Lightweight, Portable |
| Usage | Hiking and Outdoors, Travel, Star Gazing, Bird Watching |
| Sport | Hunting |
| Included components | Carry case and strap |
| Batteries included? | No |
| Brand | TASCO |
| Department | unisex-adult |
| Manufacturer | Tasco |
| Item model number | ES8X42 |
| Product Dimensions | 7.29 x 15.24 x 20.32 cm; 690 g |
| ASIN | B01EC4V8HS |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** TASCO
- **Age range (description):** Adult
- **Special feature:** Lightweight, Portable
- **Objective lens diameter:** 42 Millimetres
- **Magnification maximum:** 8 x
- **Specific uses for product:** Hiking and Outdoors, Travel, Star Gazing, Bird Watching
- **Colour:** Black
- **Mounting type:** Roof
- **Material:** Blend
- **Model name:** ES8X42

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great binos
*by C***N on 27 February 2020*

These are amazing binoculars, from a reputable company. Good all round distance and not too heavy.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mejor de lo esperado
*by O***R on 17 February 2026*

Se ve muy nítido, relación calidad precio muy buena, como única pega, la correa, no es la mejor q he visto, pero cumple con su función.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Muy buenos binoculares
*by M***A on 29 August 2024*

He tenido binoculares anteriormente pero el 8x42 podría decir que son los mejores por qué son prácticos, te brindan una buena nitidez de las imágenes, son livianos, portátiles, y lo que más me gusta es que puedes enfocar rápidamente cualquier objeto cercano a tu alrededor te enfoca rápidamente y con buena cantidad de nitidez. Para observar aves, conciertos, juegos de fútbol.

## Frequently Bought Together

- Tasco 8x42 Black Roof MC, Box 6L
- The Sibley Field Guide to Birds of Eastern North America: Second Edition (Sibley Guides)
- Birds of Maryland & Delaware Field Guide: Includes Washington, D.C., & the Chesapeake Bay (Bird Identification Guides)

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*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-07-28*