Description
The Bushnell R7 10×50 sits at the top of Bushnell's binocular lineup as the successor to the well-regarded Forge series, and it's built for folks who spend real time behind the glass. You get 10x magnification paired with 50mm objective lenses, which is a combination hunters lean on for picking apart distant terrain and catching movement when the light goes flat. The ED Prime Glass cuts down on color fringing and bumps up contrast, so edges stay crisp and colors look natural rather than washed out.
What Sets the R7 10×50 Apart Optically
What really separates this model from a basic 10×50 is the field-flattener optical design. Bushnell uses lanthanum glass elements that correct the natural curvature of the image, which keeps the view sharp from the center all the way out to the edges. Back that up with dielectric prism coatings and PC-3 phase coatings on the BaK-4 Schmidt-Pechan prisms, and you get a bright, high-contrast image even in shaded timber or during that gray light at first and last shooting hours. The 50mm objectives are the key here, gathering more light than a 42mm bino when it counts most.
Built to Live in the Field
The R7 is wrapped around a magnesium alloy chassis with an open-bridge design, so it stays light and balanced in the hands at roughly 32.7 ounces. It's sealed to an IPX7 waterproof rating and nitrogen purged to stay fog-free through weather swings, while the EXO Barrier lens coating sheds rain, snow, oil, and dust so you're not constantly wiping glass. A locking diopter holds your focus setting once you dial it in, and the 19mm of eye relief is generous enough that eyeglass wearers get the full field of view.
Dialing In the Right Fit
Bushnell includes three sets of interchangeable eyecups with the R7 10×50: a low-profile set for glasses, a standard mid-height set, and a winged pair that blocks stray light and wind. The binocular is also tripod compatible, which is handy at 10x for steady long-distance glassing. Everything is backed by Bushnell's fully transferable Lifetime Warranty.
Key Specifications
- Magnification: 10x
- Objective Lens: 50mm
- Field of View: 340 ft @ 1,000 yds
- Prism Type: Schmidt-Pechan Roof, BaK-4
- Prism Coating: Dielectric, PC-3 Phase
- Objective Material: ED Prime Glass
- Lens Coating: Fully Multi-Coated, Ultra Wideband, EXO Barrier
- Eye Relief: 19mm
- Exit Pupil: 5mm
- Close Focus: 7 ft
- Waterproof Rating: IPX7
- Fogproof: Nitrogen Purged
- Chassis: Magnesium Alloy, Open-Bridge
- Weight: 32.7 oz
- Length: 6.7 in
- Color: Ranger Green
- Manufacturer: Bushnell
- MPN: R7-1050
- UPC: 029757026804
What’s Included
- Bushnell R7 10×50 binocular
- Vault Lite Chest Pack
- Three sets of interchangeable eyecups (low profile, standard, winged)
- Rubber lens covers
- Neck strap
- Cleaning cloth
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes the R7 10×50 good for low-light hunting?
The 50mm objective lenses gather noticeably more light than a 42mm binocular, which matters most at dawn and dusk when game tends to move. Pair that with ED Prime Glass and a 5mm exit pupil and you get bright, high-contrast images during those first and last minutes of legal light. It's a popular pick for western glassing where you're scanning long distances in changing light.
Does the Bushnell R7 10×50 work for glasses wearers?
Yes. It offers 19mm of eye relief, which is on the generous side and lets eyeglass wearers see the full field of view. The binocular also comes with three interchangeable eyecup sets, including a low-profile pair designed specifically for folks who wear glasses.
Is the R7 10×50 waterproof and fogproof?
It carries an IPX7 waterproof rating and is nitrogen purged to prevent internal fogging through temperature and humidity changes. The EXO Barrier coating on the exterior lenses also sheds rain, snow, oil, and dust, so the glass stays clearer in rough weather with less wiping.
Can I mount the R7 10×50 on a tripod?
Yes, the R7 10×50 is tripod compatible. At 10x magnification, a tripod really helps steady the image for extended glassing sessions when you're trying to pick apart distant terrain or watch an animal for a while.




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