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Nikon
Nikon Trailblazer II 8x25
The best cheap sealed compact.
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4.4· 19 ratings
$89.95
Price checked July 18, 2026
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Our verdict
HSReviewed by the BirdingPath team · Hilly Shore LabsUpdated July 18, 2026Price checked July 18, 2026
Synthesized from public specs and manufacturer data — this listing doesn't yet have enough buyer reviews for a sentiment breakdown. We research and analyze — we don't lab-test.
Get it if
Budget buyers wanting a genuinely sealed, waterproof compact with a wide 429 ft field for under $90.
Skip it if
Skip if you need dusk brightness; the small 25mm objective limits low-light detail versus a 42mm.
Magnification
8×
Objective lens
25 mm
Field of view
429 ft / 1000 yd
Weight
0.7 lb (9.9 oz)
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Owner satisfaction64/100
Field value95/100
Specifications
- Magnification
- 8×
- Objective lens
- 25 mm
- Field of view
- 429 ft / 1000 yd
- Weight
- 0.7 lb (9.9 oz)
- Folded size
- 4.5 × 4.3 in
- Waterproof
- Yes — waterproof & fogproof
Specs from the manufacturer listing and public product data; confirm the current listing before buying.
Manufacturer's claims (from Nikon)Show
- 8x magnification power
- Turn-and-slide rubber eyecups with multi-click facilitate easy positioning of the eyes at the correct eyepoint
- Multilayer-coated lenses and large objective lens diameter for delivering bright, clear images
- Long eye relief design ensures a clear field of view, even for eyeglass wearers
- Rubber armoring for shock resistance and a firm, comfortable grip
Marketing copy as listed by the manufacturer — not our assessment.
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