Vortex Razor UHD 10x32 specs and field of view
The Razor UHD 10x32 has a 388 ft field of view that places third among the 27 models of the 10x32 size, ahead of the 339 ft median. Close focus is 5.9 ft against a 6.6 ft median.
- Field of view
- 388 ftat 1,000 yd
- Eye relief
- 17 mm
- Close focus
- 5.9 ft
- Weight
- 21.9 oz
- Exit pupil
- 3.2 mmcalculated
Why pick it
- 388 ft view, wider than the typical 339 ft
- 17 mm eye relief, enough for glasses
- Focuses as close as 5.9 ft
Who the Razor UHD 10x32 suits
The 17 mm eye relief and 5.9 ft close focus suit wearers of glasses who also watch nearby subjects. The 7.4 degree view helps when following birds. The maker prints it as tripod adaptable.
At 21.9 oz it is heavier than the 19 oz median for its size, and the maker's list price band is over $2,000.
Razor UHD 10x32 aside, the most popular models of all sizes are in our best binoculars comparison. Razor UHD 10x32 is one of 27 models in the 10x32 binoculars comparison. Vortex lists it in the over $2,000 price band, alongside the models in best binoculars over $1,000.
Razor UHD 10x32 specifications
Razor UHD 10x32 figures as Vortex prints them; rows marked * are calculated from the 10x32 size.
| Magnification | 10x |
|---|---|
| Objective lens | 32 mm |
| Prism type | Roof |
| Field of view | 388 ft at 1,000 yd (129 m at 1,000 m) |
| Angular field of view | 7.4° |
| Apparent field of view | 74° * |
| Eye relief | 17 mm |
| Close focus | 5.9 ft (1.8 m) |
| Eye spacing range | 55 to 75 mm |
| Weight | 21.9 oz (621 g) |
| Length | 5.7 in (145 mm) |
| Width | 5.1 in (130 mm) |
| Fog-proofing gas | Argon |
| Tripod adaptable | Yes |
| Focus system | Center focus |
| Maker list price | over $2,000 |
| Exit pupil | 3.2 mm * |
| Twilight factor | 17.9 * |
| Relative brightness | 10.2 * |
* Calculated from the size, not printed by the maker.
Razor UHD 10x32 against other 10x32 binoculars
Razor UHD 10x32 shows 388 ft at 1,000 yd, at or above the 339 ft median of the 27 10x32 models in the chart. At 21.9 oz it is heavier than the 19 oz median for the size.
Razor UHD 10x32 and its nearest rivals
Razor UHD 10x32 next to the 10x32 models closest to it in maker list price, with the best figure in each column in bold.
| Model | Field of view | Eye relief | Close focus | Weight | Exit pupil | Maker list price | Amazon |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vortex Razor UHD 10x32 | 388 ft | 17 mm | 5.9 ft | 21.9 oz | 3.2 mm | over $2,000 | |
| Swarovski NL Pure 10x32 | 396 ft | 18 mm | 6.6 ft | 22.8 oz | 3.2 mm | over $2,000 | |
| Hawke Frontier ED X 10x32 | 324 ft | 15 mm | 9.8 ft | 19 oz | 3.2 mm | $500 to $1,000 | |
| GPO Passion ED 10x32 | 316 ft | 15 mm | 8.2 ft | 17.6 oz | 3.2 mm | $500 to $1,000 | Check price on Amazon |
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Other sizes of the Razor UHD
Vortex makes the Razor UHD in 7 sizes; a larger front lens adds brightness and weight, and more magnification narrows the view.
| Model | Size | Field of view | Eye relief | Close focus | Weight | Exit pupil |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vortex Razor UHD 10x32 | 10x32 | 388 ft | 17 mm | 5.9 ft | 21.9 oz | 3.2 mm |
| Vortex Razor UHD 8x32 | 8x32 | 472 ft | 18 mm | 5.9 ft | 21.9 oz | 4 mm |
| Vortex Razor UHD 8x42 | 8x42 | 420 ft | 17.2 mm | 4.5 ft | 32.2 oz | 5.3 mm |
| Vortex Razor UHD 10x42 | 10x42 | 346 ft | 16.7 mm | 4.5 ft | 32.2 oz | 4.2 mm |
| Vortex Razor UHD 10x50 | 10x50 | 341 ft | 18 mm | 6.6 ft | 36.5 oz | 5 mm |
| Vortex Razor UHD 12x50 | 12x50 | 288 ft | 17 mm | 6.6 ft | 36.1 oz | 4.2 mm |
| Vortex Razor UHD 18x56 | 18x56 | 194 ft | 18 mm | 10 ft | 41.6 oz | 3.1 mm |
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Razor UHD 10x32 questions
Razor UHD 10x32: does it work with glasses?
Razor UHD 10x32 has 17 mm of eye relief, which meets the 16 mm the RSPB advises for people who wear glasses.
Razor UHD 10x32: what does 10x32 mean?
Razor UHD 10x32 magnifies 10 times through 32 mm front lenses, which works out to an exit pupil of 3.2 mm, the width of the beam of light that reaches each eye.
Razor UHD 10x32: how wide is the view?
Razor UHD 10x32 shows a view 388 ft wide at 1,000 yd, at or above the 339 ft median of the 27 10x32 models in the chart.
Razor UHD 10x32: can it go on a tripod?
Razor UHD 10x32 is tripod adaptable according to Vortex, so it accepts a binocular tripod adapter.