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Athlon Binoculars

Athlon Optics builds binoculars for hunters, birders and wildlife watchers, from entry-level models to UHD glass, all backed by its transferable lifetime warranty with no receipt or registration needed.

We carry the Neos G2 HD, the Argos G2 in HD and UHD, the Midas G2 UHD including the 12x50 Midas G2 Pro, and the Cronus G2 UHD, Athlon's top line, in 10x42 and 15x56. Sizes run from all-round 8x42 and 10x42 to 12x50 and 15x56 for long-range glassing.

Not sure which size to pick? Our Binoculars Buyer's Guide explains magnification and objective size.
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How to choose an Athlon binocular

Glass, field and edges

Four things change as you move up Athlon's lines: the glass, the field of view and close focus, the edge of the image, and the body. The Neos G2 and Argos G2 HD use the glass Athlon calls HD; from the Argos G2 UHD up, every line uses UHD, Athlon's extra-low-dispersion grade. The Midas G2 UHD adds field and close focus: at 8x42 it shows 426 ft at 1,000 yards, against 371 ft for the Argos G2 and 367 ft for the Neos G2, and focuses down to 6.5 ft. The Cronus G2, Athlon's top binocular line, adds the E2ES field flattener for sharper edges, and a locking diopter.

Size

Then pick the size. An 8x42 gives the widest, steadiest view and a 5.25 mm exit pupil for dim light, which suits timber, treestands and birding. A 10x42 adds reach in open country, and the 12x50 and the Cronus 15x56 are for long glassing sessions, steadiest on a tripod.

The six lines at a glance

  • Neos G2 HD (8x42 and 10x42): the lightest Athlons we carry, at 21 oz.
  • Argos G2 HD (8x42 to 12x50): the first line with Athlon's full build, including a magnesium chassis, argon purging, phase-corrected BaK-4 prisms and a dielectric prism coating.
  • Argos G2 UHD (8x42 and 10x42): the Argos G2 with UHD glass.
  • Midas G2 UHD (8x42 to 12x50): a wider field, closer focus and a lighter body.
  • Midas G2 Pro UHD 12x50: the Midas 12x50 with an etched reticle.
  • Cronus G2 UHD (10x42 and 15x56): Athlon's top binocular line, with the E2ES field flattener.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which Athlon should most people buy?

For most hunters and birders, the Midas G2 UHD 8x42: UHD glass, a 426 ft field and 6.5 ft close focus at 23.3 oz.

Are they waterproof?

Yes. Every Athlon binocular we carry is waterproof and gas purged against internal fogging.

For every model compared, read Best Athlon Binoculars: Every Line Compared, Neos to Cronus.

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