Binoculars
Dec 15, 2019 21:13:03 #
I recently used a friend’s old military issue Bresser 8x42 bins. They were absolutely fantastic. The thing that impressed me was the brightness of the image and stunning optic quality. Plus a compass included.
Does anyone have suggestions for a high quality set of bins mostly to be used for wildlife (Africa, India) and birding that are also great in low light situations ?
Does anyone have suggestions for a high quality set of bins mostly to be used for wildlife (Africa, India) and birding that are also great in low light situations ?
Dec 15, 2019 21:27:10 #
I have a pair of 12x36 stabilized Canon binoculars. They are excellent. Fairly compact. Lightweight, and, despite what some will claim, they are plenty bright for just about any situation, even around dusk. I also have a pair of 10x50 Nikons. Even though they are excellent binoculars, without stabilization they can't come close to the Canon. From my experience, anything over 8x without stabilization is a waste of money. Whatever you get, spend the money for stabilization. You won't regret it.
I got mine from B&H. They have a large selection from a number of manufacturers.
I got mine from B&H. They have a large selection from a number of manufacturers.
Dec 15, 2019 21:32:51 #
...look on Adorama or B&H for the full line of Bresser binoculars and see if you can match what he had...?
Dec 15, 2019 21:34:26 #
LFingar wrote:
I have a pair of 12x36 stabilized Canon binoculars... (show quote)
I have these: https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/373459-USA/Canon_0155B002_10x42_L_IS_WP.html
They are Canon stabilized binoculars that are a tad heavy, but they focus on subjects closer than any of Canons binoculars, and they are designed for such things as star gazing. They even have a place to mount to a bipod or tripod. They are $300 off now and LFingar is right, the IS is awesome on these binoculars.
Dec 15, 2019 22:34:38 #
This was really helpful, thank you !
LFingar wrote:
I have a pair of 12x36 stabilized Canon binoculars... (show quote)
Dec 15, 2019 22:55:18 #
Jeep Daddy and LFingar have mentioned Canon stabilized binoculars. Don't spend money on binoculars until you've tried them. Nothing compares to high magnification that is stabilized.
Dec 16, 2019 06:05:34 #
I also use the Canon stabilized binoculars 10X42(L).
These are the only Canon binoculars that use the
Canon 'L' lens and the only ones that are waterproof.
These are the only Canon binoculars that use the
Canon 'L' lens and the only ones that are waterproof.
Dec 16, 2019 06:18:50 #
billnikon
Loc: Pennsylvania/Ohio/Florida/Maui/Oregon/Vermont
RahulKhosla wrote:
I recently used a friend’s old military issue Bresser 8x42 bins. They were absolutely fantastic. The thing that impressed me was the brightness of the image and stunning optic quality. Plus a compass included.
Does anyone have suggestions for a high quality set of bins mostly to be used for wildlife (Africa, India) and birding that are also great in low light situations ?
Does anyone have suggestions for a high quality set of bins mostly to be used for wildlife (Africa, India) and birding that are also great in low light situations ?
Nikon Monarch 5 8X42 or 10X42
Dec 16, 2019 06:31:50 #
shutterhawk
Loc: Cape Cod
If you spend any amount of time around serious birders, people who take binoculars very seriously, you'll see that 90% of them are using Swarovski. They're expensive but if you want the best most of the pros go with Swarovski.
Dec 16, 2019 06:45:58 #
I used to repair binocs for Swift. Divide objective diameter by power to get exit pupil diameter. Thus 8x42 is 5.25 mm, which matches pupil in early dusk light, 7x50 = 7mm, max pupil size in darkness, 6x30 or 7x35= 5mm matching daylight pupil maximum.
Dec 16, 2019 07:05:13 #
Birders are the most demanding when it comes to binocs. Google them. Just be prepared to pay more than you expect. 18 years ago I wound up with a Nikon pair and have never seen better,
Dec 16, 2019 07:17:04 #
Indeed, the Swift 8x44 "Audubon" was very popular despite the weight. The extra objective lens diameter didnt matter in bright light but helped in shadow.
Dec 16, 2019 07:21:49 #
DaveC
Loc: Illinois
I have a set of Leitz Trinovids which are excellent. I also have a set of Canon I.S. Binoculars which are very good and are now my most used since I have essential tremor. But what I wanted to mention is that if you go Canon I.S. realize that they use batteries, something to be considered if you are in the middle of the African veldt.
Dec 16, 2019 07:28:09 #
Take a look here, what this bloke doesn't know about binoculars isn't worth knowing!
http://www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/
Just like photography binoculars come in all sizes and prices. There are some good American low / mid prices on this page - you don't have to go to high end European.
http://www.bestbinocularsreviews.com/
Just like photography binoculars come in all sizes and prices. There are some good American low / mid prices on this page - you don't have to go to high end European.
Dec 16, 2019 07:29:19 #
Before I buy anything, I spend a lot of time reading reviews and comparisons. Different models have different features and advantages. Brighter is always better. For example -
https://www.opticsden.com/best-binoculars-market-aw-lp/?gclid=Cj0KCQiA89zvBRDoARIsAOIePbAnI5vcaDlzQuHuihskpWehB-fv5O4Fy9rVOjK_1QgEP_pSyX-fCmgaAu01EALw_wcB
https://www.t3.com/features/best-binoculars
And -
https://www.google.com/search?q=high+quality+binoculars&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS716US717&oq=high+quality+binoculars&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l7.6142j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
https://www.opticsden.com/best-binoculars-market-aw-lp/?gclid=Cj0KCQiA89zvBRDoARIsAOIePbAnI5vcaDlzQuHuihskpWehB-fv5O4Fy9rVOjK_1QgEP_pSyX-fCmgaAu01EALw_wcB
https://www.t3.com/features/best-binoculars
And -
https://www.google.com/search?q=high+quality+binoculars&rlz=1C1CHBF_enUS716US717&oq=high+quality+binoculars&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l7.6142j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8
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