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Nikon Monarch M5 8x42 vs Celestron Nature DX 8x42
A sourced, side-by-side spec comparison. Celestron Nature DX 8x42 is cheaper at $179.95. Every spec and price links to its source.
Side by side
| Nikon Monarch M5 8x42 | Celestron Nature DX 8x42 | |
|---|---|---|
| US price | $339.95 (MSRP per nikonusa.com (street price ~$300)) | $179.95 (MSRP per celestron.com) |
| Brand | Nikon | Celestron |
| Released | 2021 | — |
| magnification | 8x | 8x |
| objective lens mm | 42 | 42 |
| field of view ft 1000yd | 335 | 388 |
| eye relief mm | 19.5 | 17.5 |
| weight oz | 22.2 | 22.2 |
| waterproof | true | true |
| prism type | Roof | Roof |
| release | 2021 | — |
Sources — Nikon Monarch M5 8x42: nikonusa.com (verified 2026-06-15). Celestron Nature DX 8x42: celestron.com (verified 2026-06-15).