Binocular’s
Looking for a Smallish quality pair of binocular’s around 10-12x, with 50mm max objective, but open to arguments for different specs.
Want something that will work well in both bright (California sun bright) and dark (night time, some artificial lighting). A no hassle lifetime guarantee would be great.
Was considering Steiner, but am not sure which model to go with. Any other brand/model specific suggestions appreciated.
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AhHa-Found em! 😀
http://swfa.com/Zen-Ray-Binoculars-C2698.aspx
http://swfa.com/Zen-Ray-Binoculars-C2698.aspx
Killer reviews by both birders, hunters, optic collectors. 😉
Mike
You know my answer. 😆 😉
Stiner is the Tasco of Germany. I’ve owned severa pairs of them. Not bad. Just don’t get a pair with the adjustment on each eye piece. Makes it almost impossible to focus in the dark. There are better bino’s out there for the money.
Money no object= Leica-Sworovski-Zeiss- Best bang for the money, Zeiss American made Conquest.
There is a new brand with very high marks for around 400. US Much better than a 700. pair of Nikon.
I’ll run them down if you want. Gotta have a link here some where.
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I am currently using the “Canon Binoculars 10 x 42 L IS WP”, it’s crystal clear and good for the money.
If you want the 50mm objective lens, take a look at “Canon Binoculars 18 x 50 IS All Weather“, base on the rating, it’s also a good 1 for the money.
Overview:
High-Power, Large Binoculars Perfect for Star Gazing or When You Can’t Get Close Enough. (Featuring an Image Stabilizer and All-Weather design.)
With its wide 50mm objective lenses and high magnification,these rugged, all-weather Canon Image Stabilizer binoculars are destined to set a new and higher benchmark for image brightness, clarity and ergonomic design.
Features:
* Built-in Image Stabilizer (IS) provides shake-free performance.
* High magnification ratio: 18X.
* Ultra-low dispersion (UD) glass elements for exceptional image quality.
* Doublet field-flattener for sharp, distortion-free images from edge-to-edge.
* Extra-bright, large diameter 50mm objective lens.
* Long eye relief: 15mm.
* Water-resistant construction with non-slip rubberized grip.
Specifications:
Type
Prism Binoculars
Magnification
18x
Objective Lens Effective Diameter
50mm
Filter Size
58mm
Real Field of View
3.7°
Apparent Field of View
66.6°
Objective Lens Construction
4 elements in 3 groups (including protective glass)
Eyepiece Lens Construction
7 elements in 5 groups
Exit Pupil Diameter
2.8mm
Eye Relief
15mm
Prism Type
Porro II
Eye Width adjustment
58mm ~ 76mm
Focusing Method
Manual focusing by turning the focusing knob
Dioptric Correction
±3.0 diopters
Closest Focusing Distance
6 m/19.7 ft.
Image Stabilizer
Vari-Angle Prism
Correction angle
±0.7°
Tripod Socket
Provided
Power Source
2 x AA
Dimensions
152 x 193 x 1180mm/6.0 x 7.6 x 3.2 in.
Weight
1180g/41.6 oz. (excluding batteries)