Vortex 8x25 Solo Monocular

BH #VO8X25S • MFR #S825
Print
Vortex 8x25 Solo Monocular
Key Features
  • Roof Prism Design
  • Fully Multi-Coated Lenses
  • O-Ring Sealed/Waterproof & Dustproof
  • Nitrogen-Purged/Fogproof
With powerful magnification, multi-coated glass, and a housing designed to withstand the elements, the 8x25 Solo Monocular from Vortex is suited to birding, hiking, hunting, travel, sightseeing, concerts, sports, theater – anywhere you want a good look at distant details. Its 8x magnification delivers a steady image, and the close-focus distance of just 16.4 makes the Solo a versatile optic, able to observe objects nearby as well as far away. Its rubber-armored housing is O-ring sealed to keep out water and dust, and purged with nitrogen to prevent internal fogging no matter the conditions. Diamond knurling on the exterior provides a pleasant and secure grip, and the twist-up eyecup and 15mm eye relief make the monocular comfortable to use for people who wear eyeglasses. And at 4.4 x 2.2" and less than 6 ounces, it's easy to pack in a pocket, purse, bag, or glove box.
More Details
In Stock
Free 2-Day Shipping
Protect Your Gear
Add a protection plan from $7.99
Shipping Restrictions: Sales and export of this item to South Korea are prohibited.
Ask an Expert
800-606-6969

Vortex Solo Overview

With powerful magnification, multi-coated glass, and a housing designed to withstand the elements, the 8x25 Solo Monocular from Vortex is suited to birding, hiking, hunting, travel, sightseeing, concerts, sports, theater – anywhere you want a good look at distant details. Its 8x magnification delivers a steady image, and the close-focus distance of just 16.4 makes the Solo a versatile optic, able to observe objects nearby as well as far away. Its rubber-armored housing is O-ring sealed to keep out water and dust, and purged with nitrogen to prevent internal fogging no matter the conditions. Diamond knurling on the exterior provides a pleasant and secure grip, and the twist-up eyecup and 15mm eye relief make the monocular comfortable to use for people who wear eyeglasses. And at 4.4 x 2.2" and less than 6 ounces, it's easy to pack in a pocket, purse, bag, or glove box.

 

Optical Performance
  • 8x magnification
  • 25mm objective lens
  • Roof prism for a compact form factor
  • Anti-reflection fully multi-coated optics improve light transmission, color rendition, clarity, and contrast
Use and Handling
  • Easy focusing collar around eyepiece
  • Twist-down eyecup for full field of view when wearing eyeglasses
  • 378' field of view at 1000 yards
  • 15mm eye relief
  • 3.1mm exit pupil
  • 16.4' close focus
Construction Details
  • Protective slip-resistant rubber armor
  • O-ring sealed waterproof & dustproof
  • Nitrogen-filled for fog-free performance
  • Compact at 4.4 x 2.2"
  • Lanyard & carrying case
UPC: 875874001923

Vortex Solo Specs

Key Specs
Magnification
8x
Objective Lens Diameter
25 mm
Angle of View
7.2° (Actual)
Field of View
378' @ 1000 yd / 126 m @ 1000 m
Exit Pupil Diameter
3.1 mm
Performance
Magnification
8x
Objective Lens Diameter
25 mm
Angle of View
7.2° (Actual)
Field of View
378' @ 1000 yd / 126 m @ 1000 m
Minimum Focus Distance
16.4' / 4.9 m
Exit Pupil Diameter
3.1 mm
Eye Relief
15 mm
Features
Fogproof
Yes: Nitrogen Filled
Environmental Resistance
Water-Resistant (Unrated)
General
Dimensions
4.4 x 2.2" / 11.2 x 4.6 cm
Weight
5.6 oz / 159 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
0.55 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
5.4 x 2.7 x 2.5"

Vortex Solo Reviews

Not very effective

By David
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2026-01-19

Found the product to be very high quality but strangely not very effective for viewing beyond about 50 feet. Exchanged for a 10x36 hoping for better (distance) results.

vortex solo 8x25 monocular

By Trent
Rated 4 out of 5
Date: 2022-01-31

great piece of kit, the most magnification you need for handheld, eye relief easily repeatable, any larger objective lens would greatly decrease convenient carry. only 4 stars for limited focus range at short distances, but to be expected at price point.

See any errors on this page?

question

Can this be held as well as focused with only one hand?
Asked by: Anonymous
I haven't used it in a while, and don't have it with me, but I think I recall it takes two hands to focus.
Answered by: James H.
Date published: 2018-08-28

question

does the vortex 8 x 25 come with a beltclip?
Asked by: Anonymous
It comes with a carrying case which has a belt loop.
Answered by: CHARLES E.
Date published: 2018-08-28
  • y_2026, m_8, d_2, h_9CST
  • bvseo_bulk, prod_bvqa, vn_bulk_3.0.48
  • cp_1, bvpage1
  • co_hasquestionsanswers, tq_2
  • loc_en_US, sid_676673, prod, sort_[SortEntry(order=HAS_STAFF_ANSWERS, direction=DESCENDING)]
  • clientName_bhphotovideo
Whatever You Need, We've Got It