ZEISS 8×56 Conquest HDX Binoculars
Maximum Brightness. Big Light Gathering. Rugged Field Performer.
The ZEISS Conquest HDX 8×56 is built for scenarios where light is scarce and performance can’t compromise. With its massive 56 mm objectives, premium optics and robust build quality, these binoculars excel in dawn, dusk, or low‑light hunts, boat trips, mountain observation, and any time you need far‑seeing clarity paired with durability.
🔍 Key Features
Over 90% light transmission for bright views even when light levels are low. Zeiss+1
HD optical system: extra‑low dispersion (ED) glass, field‑flattener and aspherical lenses deliver edge‑to‑edge sharpness with minimal color fringing. Zeiss+2ZEISS Portugal+2
Abbe‑König prism system for superior image stability and clarity. ZEISS Portugal+1
Durable, lightweight magnesium housing + full rubber armoring for grip and shock protection. Zeiss+2digiDirect+2
Hydrophobic LotuTec® coating on lens surfaces resists water, dirt and smudges. Zeiss+1
Nitrogen filled and O‑ring sealed for waterproof & fog‑proof performance. Zeiss+2digiDirect+2
Large exit pupil (7 mm) and long eye relief (~18 mm) make them comfortable in low‑light and for glasses‑wearers. ZEISS Portugal+2digiDirect+2
🔧 Technical Specifications
| Specification | Value |
|---|---|
| Magnification | 8× ZEISS Portugal+1 |
| Objective Diameter | 56 mm ZEISS Portugal+1 |
| Light Transmission | ~90% ZEISS Portugal+1 |
| Exit Pupil Diameter | 7 mm ZEISS Portugal+2Zeiss+2 |
| Twilight Factor | ~21.2 ZEISS Portugal+1 |
| Field of View | 125 m @ 1000 m (≈ 375 ft @ 1000 yd) ZEISS Portugal+2digiDirect+2 |
| Close Focus Distance | ~3.5 m (≈ 11.5 ft) ZEISS Portugal+1 |
| Diopter Adjustment Range | −4.0 to +4.0 dpt ZEISS Portugal+1 |
| Interpupillary Distance Range | ~54‑74 mm ZEISS Portugal+1 |
| Eye Relief | ~18 mm ZEISS Portugal+1 |
| Water Resistance | 400 mbar; waterproof and fog‑proof ZEISS Portugal+2Zeiss+2 |
| Operating Temperature | −20 °C to +63 °C (−4 °F to +145 °F) ZEISS Portugal+1 |
| Length | ~210 mm (8.3 in) ZEISS Portugal+1 |
| Width (at IPD ≈ 65 mm) | ~145 mm (5.7 in) ZEISS Portugal+1 |
| Weight | ~1,235 g (≈ 43.5 oz) ZEISS Portugal+2digiDirect+2 |
✅ Why Choose the ZEISS Conquest HDX 8×56?
Exceptional brightness and clarity in low light thanks to large 56 mm objectives and high transmission optics.
Ideal for hunters, wildlife observers, boaters, astronomers — anywhere where the light is not always ideal.
Comfortable usability even with thick gloves or eyeglasses, due to long eye relief, large exit pupil, and quality eyecups.
Rugged enough for harsh environments. Weather‑sealed and ready for demanding field conditions.
Excellent performance for relatively large binoculars — strong build, but you’ll almost certainly want a tripod or stable mount for longer observation sessions.