The 10x42 is the most competitive binocular format on the market — dozens of brands claim premium optics in this size. What separates the Midas G2 UHD 10x42 is the full Midas G2 optical platform — UHD extra-low-dispersion glass, ESP dielectric BAK-4 prisms, and advanced fully multi-coated lenses — in the versatile 10x42 format that handles everything from birding to hunting to stadium events, at a price point that undercuts comparable European-made competitors.

Key Features

• UHD extra-low-dispersion glass reduces chromatic aberration and delivers sharp, color-true images — the same glass formula used across the entire Midas G2 line, regardless of objective size
• ESP dielectric coating on phase-corrected BAK-4 roof prisms reflects over 99% of light through the prism assembly. Combined with advanced fully multi-coated lenses and XPL protective exterior coating, you get brightness and color accuracy that punches well above this price class
• 10x42 format at 23.3 ounces — over 5 ounces lighter than the 50mm Midas G2 models and noticeably more compact (5.7" x 5.2"). The 42mm objective still provides a 4.2mm exit pupil — adequate for most daylight conditions and usable into early twilight
• 6.5° field of view (341 feet at 1,000 yards) — the same wide scanning angle as the 10x50, with an 8.2-foot close focus that's the tightest in the Midas G2 range for detailed observation of nearby subjects
• Magnesium alloy chassis — argon purged, fully waterproof, with twist-up eyecups and 15.2mm eye relief for comfortable use with or without glasses

Ideal For

Hunters who hike to their glass — the 23.3-ounce weight and compact footprint make the 10x42 the Midas G2 to choose when you're covering miles before you start glassing. Same optical quality as the 50mm models, just in a smaller package that doesn't punish you on the approach.

Birders and nature observers who want a do-everything binocular — 10x magnification, wide FOV, and 8.2-foot close focus handle everything from hawk ID at distance to warbler detail at the feeder. The 42mm objective keeps the binocular light enough for extended walks.

First serious optic buyers stepping up from budget glass — the Midas G2 UHD 10x42 delivers ESP dielectric and UHD glass at a price point where most competitors offer only standard multi-coated optics. If you later want more light-gathering for dawn/dusk work, the Midas G2 UHD 10x50 adds a larger objective on the same platform.