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product_id: 168841428
title: "Optics Diamondback HD 12 x 50, DB-217, Green"
brand: "vortex"
price: "€ 742.43"
currency: EUR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 13
category: "Vortex"
url: https://www.desertcart.es/products/168841428-optics-diamondback-hd-12-x-50-db-217-green
store_origin: ES
region: Spain
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# 50mm objective lens Waterproof design 12x optical zoom Optics Diamondback HD 12 x 50, DB-217, Green

**Brand:** vortex
**Price:** € 742.43
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔭 See the world sharper, bolder, better — don’t miss a moment!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Optics Diamondback HD 12 x 50, DB-217, Green by vortex
- **How much does it cost?** € 742.43 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- vortex enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted vortex brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Comfort-First Design:** Ergonomic and lightweight at 1.8 lbs, perfect for all-day use without fatigue.
- • **Rugged Waterproof Build:** Take on any adventure worry-free with durable, weather-resistant construction.
- • **Wide 50mm Objective Lens:** Capture more light for vivid, high-contrast views even in low-light conditions.
- • **Trusted Value Performance:** Premium optics and build quality at a price that makes you the savvy pro in your crew.
- • **Crystal-Clear 12x Magnification:** Zoom into every detail with sharp, bright optics that bring distant scenes to life.

## Overview

The Vortex Optics Diamondback HD 12x50 binoculars deliver bright, sharp images with a powerful 12x zoom and a large 50mm objective lens. Built waterproof and rugged, they combine premium optical performance with durable construction, making them ideal for outdoor enthusiasts who demand clarity and reliability without breaking the bank.

## Description

Vortex Diamondback HD 12 x 50.

Review: Great optical performance at the price. Very well made too. Recommended. - These are not state of the art but they are very good for value/performance. The initial impression is excellent; bright, sharp and clear with good contrast. Detailed testing show a few minor imperfections, but they are relatively minor. They are not Swavorskis. There is a sweet spot very slightly below the centre where chromatic aberration, colour fringing, is negligible and resolution really very good. Above this point there is a little magenta fringing, and below a little turquoise fringing, on high contrast edges. This limits the results just a little at longer ranges, but you'll have to spend big money to get much better. Resolution is very good for about the central 60-70% of the large apparent field of view vertically, and good throughout horizontally. There is some pincushion distortion but really you have to look for it. Build quality is really good, they feel like a premium product. A first pair came with a soft case with an unstitching logo and were returned. The binos were fine and optical performance seems extremely sample-consistent. Overall very pleased.
Review: Great quality for the price - Excellent binoculars with a sharp, bright image. A complicated harness comes with the case so you can walk around with the binoculars on your chest like a proud dad with a new baby. Not for me, so I took scissors to the straps and cobbled together a simple shoulder strap. Otherwise great.

## Features

- Vortex Diamondback HD 12 x 50.
- Vortex Optics
- Binoculars.
- Optical zoom: 12.0 multiplier_x.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07V3LXMTD |
| Best Sellers Rank | 31,389 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 252 in Binoculars |
| Brand | Vortex |
| Colour | Green |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (3,385) |
| Date First Available | 16 July 2019 |
| Focus type | Fixed Focus |
| Guaranteed software updates until | unknown |
| Included components | Vortex Diamondback HD 12 x 50 |
| Item Weight | 1.8 Pounds |
| Item model number | DB-217 |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 50 Millimetres |
| Package Dimensions L x W x H | 29 x 18 x 11.4 centimetres |
| Package Weight | 1.3 Kilograms |
| Part number | DB-217 |
| Plug profile | Tripod Mount |
| Product Dimensions L x W x H | 23.1 x 23.1 x 23.1 centimetres |
| Style | 12 x 50 |
| Water Resistance Level | Waterproof |

## Product Details

- **Age range (description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Vortex
- **Colour:** Green
- **Magnification maximum:** 12 x
- **Material:** Aluminium
- **Model name:** DB 217
- **Mounting type:** Tripod Mount
- **Objective lens diameter:** 50 Millimetres
- **Special feature:** Nebelfrei
- **Specific uses for product:** Bird Watching, Hunting, Shooting

## Images

![Optics Diamondback HD 12 x 50, DB-217, Green - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/91oEMJ7TNcL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What warranty do you get with these**
A: They come with a lifetime warranty.
 I must add I would recommend them....very clear sharp image and feel robust.
Very pleased with them

**Q: Do these binoculars have a lock on the diopter focusing**
A: No there is no lock, just a marker on the diopter ring and on the binocular body.

**Q: 8x42 or 12x50 which would you recommend**
A: I did quite a bit of research on this when I was buying some binoculars for my wife who was interested in doing some bird watching.  From all the online research an d watching a number of YouTube postings the conclusion I came to was it all depends on what you want to use them for.  The 8x42 will have less ‘shake’ when held in the hand and therefore be clearer. However, the 12x50 will get a closer picture if you are resting on something to steady your hand. 

I went for the 8x42, really good and easy to use. Perfect for bird watching.

**Q: can I use a single pod or tri pod with these**
A: Good afternoon
Apologies for inconvenience. you can use both
Please contact me for further assistance
Kind regards

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great optical performance at the price. Very well made too. Recommended.
*by S***R on 24 November 2020*

These are not state of the art but they are very good for value/performance. The initial impression is excellent; bright, sharp and clear with good contrast. Detailed testing show a few minor imperfections, but they are relatively minor. They are not Swavorskis. There is a sweet spot very slightly below the centre where chromatic aberration, colour fringing, is negligible and resolution really very good. Above this point there is a little magenta fringing, and below a little turquoise fringing, on high contrast edges. This limits the results just a little at longer ranges, but you'll have to spend big money to get much better. Resolution is very good for about the central 60-70% of the large apparent field of view vertically, and good throughout horizontally. There is some pincushion distortion but really you have to look for it. Build quality is really good, they feel like a premium product. A first pair came with a soft case with an unstitching logo and were returned. The binos were fine and optical performance seems extremely sample-consistent. Overall very pleased.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great quality for the price
*by S***X on 5 February 2022*

Excellent binoculars with a sharp, bright image. A complicated harness comes with the case so you can walk around with the binoculars on your chest like a proud dad with a new baby. Not for me, so I took scissors to the straps and cobbled together a simple shoulder strap. Otherwise great.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The quality is excellent.
*by T***C on 7 February 2023*

Really sturdy and top quality. The image quality is excellent and the harness and bag that comes with it is also excellent. Very pleased with this product.

## Frequently Bought Together

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*Store origin: ES*
*Last updated: 2026-01-31*