I have had the 15 x 50s for over 10 years now, and love those, do I need these as well?( I certainly *want* them, but do you find yourself reaching for one over the other? ) I use for casual backyard birding, astronomy)
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As I understand the tradeoff, the 10x42 L model uses superior optical glass and because of this, images seen through it are virtually free of chromatic aberration ("purple fringing") and also devoid of ghost images when viewing bright objects at night such as the Moon and Jupiter. On the other hand the 15x50 model, whose optics are again of very high quality, but not quite as high as the 10x42L's, gives you a larger image size--each object is larger because magnification is 50 percent greater. This makes the choice difficult, even a toss-up. For a thoughtful comparison of the different Canon binoculars, go to www.garyseronik.com. Gary is an associate editor of Sky and Telescope magazine and he is an expert on binocular observing--has a book on the subject in fact.
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Yes. My husband absolutely loves these binoculars. And he has used several other brands. These are great!
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I have a pair and use them almost every night since to gaze at the stars. The Moon will Fill up your view nicely. If you view say Jupiter with them it will appear quite small but if conditions are good you can actually make out Jupiter's moons even. Very good for starting Astronomy from a starter and will be used once I get a good scope also.
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I am looking for a camera of this range. My short list is like this Panasonic FZ 100, FZ40, Fuji Film HS10, Kodak Easyshare Z 981 and Olympus SP 800 UZ. Basically I am looking for a camera useful for birdwatching - distant shots, high optical zoom, faster speed etc. can you pl help me in selection. e mail haridas53@gmail.com
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Typical binocular sizes for birding are around 8x40, 8x25, 7x35, and 8x30. Bigger 2nd number = more light but heavierer. Models up from this that rare really great but still not to expensive would be the Nikon Acculon 7x35 (wide view), LL.Bean/Bushnell "Discovery" 8x25(small but sharp), and the Leupold Yosemite 8x30(very sharp and clear). This 8x21 is OK but it needs a bright target and it's not super sharp. Still, 8x21 is easy to carry around in pocket or purse. I use the Discovery a lot...it's a compromise size and super-sharp.
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The binocs are great. I love the extending eye pieces, but don't use my glasses. I use mine to look at the night sky when I don't want to drag my telescope out. The only downside is they do get a bit heavy when holding them parallel to the Earth landscape (I typically lay in my sleeping bag and set them on my face). But, having looked at other large binocs-weight is the normal downside. The 10x50 wide angle is better preferred by the astronomy crowd-anything more and a tripod may be needed due to weight/instability. I've never had any fogging problems in the cold Wisconsin nights, I have not tested the waterproofing. The rubber coating is nice and these are very well built. Definitely recommend these to anyone.
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Yes you can unless there are really large differences. These are a very functional set, good magnification without distortion, nice weight, great for birding.
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If you are use to using a pair of binoculars, any binoculars, unless there 30 years old and broken! These are very good. I got a pair of 10x50 and they're too hard to see through unless on a tripod.
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No. You need a telescope for that. But you can buy a pair of binoculars with a built in digital camera though. Not sure what brands are best though. They do exist. Try googling them.Also, the 25-125x80's are terrible, and you will return them anyway. Just read the reviews, including mine. The 15x70's are much better.
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My Nikons are the Monarch 3 10x42 5.7 degs. These are not compact, I weighed them at 1 3/4 lb. A Lady I bird with has weekness in her hands she told me that they were two heavy for her. But as for me they are fine. When in use you really don't hold them up for too long. But if you are hiking, they could get heavy. But there are many different straps for comfort available. I like mine they are very good for Birding. I wish I could afford the Monarch 7s. Betty White.
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These will be great for that! I like mine very much. Clear and crisp views!!!!
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In my humble opinion these are take the kid to the beach binoculars, the only thing right about them is the price. Going on safari, in Africa I presume, demands a bit more research. There are 8x or 10x by 42 that are just better, and they are smaller. A bit more money perhaps but worth it. Vortex, Nikon, Celestron to name a few.
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Yes, I have the 10x42 Aculon a211 binoculars and they are really nice. We use them for animal and nature viewing and they are wonderful. I don't think you will regret your purchase.
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Everything depends on what you plan to use them for. If you are a bird watcher you will find the 7 X 26 much easier to use. The 8 X 42 would be better for a fixed item (like the moon) especially if you had a tripod to hold them steady. I don't know this for sure but strongly suspect that you can focus in closer, important on looking at up close subjects, like a butterfly that is only a short distance away, with the lower power (7 X 36) glasses. That is generally the case with other glasses, the higher the power the further away the minimum focus distance. I recommend looking here for more info: http://archive.audubonmagazine.org/features0911/betterBirding.html Everything depends on what you plan to use them for. If you are a bird watcher you will find the 7 X 26 much easier to use. The 8 X 42 would be better for a fixed item (like the moon) especially if you had a tripod to hold them steady. I don't know this for sure but strongly suspect that you can focus in closer, important on looking at up close subjects, like a butterfly that is only a short distance away, with the lower power (7 X 36) glasses. That is generally the case with other glasses, the higher the power the further away the minimum focus distance. I recommend looking here for more... » Read More Everything depends on what you plan to use them for. If you are a bird watcher you will find the 7 X 26 much easier to use. The 8 X 42 would be better for a fixed item (like the moon) especially if you had a tripod to hold them steady. I don't know this for sure but strongly suspect that you can focus in closer, important on looking at up close subjects, like a butterfly that is only a short distance away, with the lower power (7 X 36) glasses. That is generally the case with other glasses, the higher the power the further away the minimum focus distance. I recommend looking here for more info: http://archive.audubonmagazine.org/features0911/betterBirding.html « Show Less
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Sure--wildlife viewing is primarily what I use them for. I keep them by a window overlooking my bird feeders and a vacant lot that's full of quail, doves and the occasional hawk. The only possible problem I can think of is the 7x magnification--it's fine at suburban range, but I live in Nevada, where it's common to be able to look for 20 or 30 miles across the desert. If you'll be some distance from your objective, Nikon makes a 10x50 version of these that might suit you better. The tradeoffs would be increased weight and a smaller field of view at a given distance. For general use, though, I like the 7x35s. Sure--wildlife viewing is primarily what I use them for. I keep them by a window overlooking my bird feeders and a vacant lot that's full of quail, doves and the occasional hawk. The only possible problem I can think of is the 7x magnification--it's fine at suburban range, but I live in Nevada, where it's common to be able to look for 20 or 30 miles across the desert. If you'll be some distance from your objective, Nikon makes a 10x50 version of these that might suit you better. The tradeoffs would be increased weight and a smaller field of view at a given distance. For general use, though,... » Read More Sure--wildlife viewing is primarily what I use them for. I keep them by a window overlooking my bird feeders and a vacant lot that's full of quail, doves and the occasional hawk. The only possible problem I can think of is the 7x magnification--it's fine at suburban range, but I live in Nevada, where it's common to be able to look for 20 or 30 miles across the desert. If you'll be some distance from your objective, Nikon makes a 10x50 version of these that might suit you better. The tradeoffs would be increased weight and a smaller field of view at a given distance. For general use, though, I like the 7x35s. « Show Less
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Yes, and yes. But, a good pair of 10x50 porros are hard to beat for convenience and all-around astro use. Good field of view and good magnification for most binocular objects. 8x40s are also quite useful. Young eyes might be up to using a good pair of 7x50 under fairly dark (rural) skies. That said, to take a quick handheld looksee at the Moon or Jupiter or Mars or the Orion Nebula or Comets or Hawks or Gulls this pair of 12x60 is awesome in my opinion. And that said, but if I only had one pair of binoculars I would probably opt for a good 8x40 (8x42/44) pair of water/fog proof porro prism bins. The Bushnell Legacy and the Pentax PCF WP come to mind. Or a good pair of 8x40 roof prism bins. I wouldn't bother with any porro that didn't at least have Phase Coating PC for Astro use.
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Yes. Though I have a larger pair with greater resolution, I often use these because they are so handy and the sharpness and magnification are as good. I always carry them on my belt when I am hiking.