What is the weight of the heaviest binoculars you used these with? I have a 2.6 lb set and wonder if the binoculars will hang too low and swing around while I walk?
1718837
I use a camera , weight is the same, just pay attention to strap tightness and you should be fine, if they swing (as my camera did at first) just shorten strap or tighten harness -- I love mine!
1718838
I use them with a DSLR camera that is probably around 3 lbs more with my largest lens and the harness is awesome. No, it doesn't shake around if you have the straps adjusted right. I would definitely recommend this!
1718839
I use the harness for my Nikon D7000 SLR camera, which must as heavy as your binoculars. I hike with the camera routinely and it does not swing around. Binoculars are a different shape. I think it would be OK, but I can't guarantee it. Good luck.
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Hi Gordon, as long as your binoculars have thin (3/8 maybe 1/2 inch) straps then these will work great. We use ours for hiking with DSLR cameras and love them. no swinging while walking and no problem taking a picture straight up will the straps on. Quick release on each side makes for easy on and off. Only thing which is no problem to us is the little piece stays on the camera all the time. If you are looking to walk around hands free with your binocs this is exactly what you want. Also none of that strain on your neck after a long day hiking.Hope this helps, have a great dayGary
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These will work fine. Because they are smaller, the field of view will be smaller. The object will be the same size, you just won't be able to see as much in the view as you would with bigger lens. Basically, these are as powerful as larger sized binoculars, you just don't get the field of view that you do in larger lens. Hope this helps
1769206
I also wear glasses. I've not found any binoculars, and I have tried many, that worked very well with my glasses on. That includes these binoculars. However, despite that problem I do like these binoculars. They are lightweight, compact and provide a good sharp image.
1835117
These are not low-light specials but will function more than adequately in most situations. They are however too big and powerful for theater use - these are great for distances of 50 to 500yds. Birds, people, sport - I bought them for golf at the US Masters. If you want theater binoculars, go for small and light-weight, not these - unless you are in the habit of walking into theaters with a brick hanging around your neck!
1535958
These are high power for the price but have a narrow field of vision and you have to hold them pretty steady to get a decent image. For a beginner, you might want to look for a light weight 7X power binoculars. What are they being used to view?
529186
I've used this tripod to hold a dslr attached to a spotting scope. I'm sure that the total weight was over six pounds and the tripod handled it with no problem at all. I'm sure that it will be fine for your binoculars.
173507
The Nikon 7266 Action Binaculars are very light. I do not know the actual weight but I can hold them for a long time without feeling unconfortable.You do not have to keep super still to get a good image. These binaculars are very stable and they compansate for vibrations and jerky movements.
1736638
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 strapsfor comfort available. I like mine they are very good for Birding. I wish I could afford the Monarch 7s. Betty White.
790167
I don't know the exact weight but for my purpose and the number of hours I'm out birding (these are EXCELLENT) I bought the Bushnell Harness which takes all the weight off. Bushnell Deluxe Binocular Harness
1811007
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, they are light weight, fold nearly in 1/2 and fit in a pouch that has a strap for around your neck. The eye pieces are also adjustable, and made of a hard rubber. For the money, I think they are a good buy. Most serious birders spend a lot more money on binoculars, so if you intend to be involved seriously, I would invest in a better pair. Hope this helps. Barb
719944
Because it's not made from recycled styrofoam and dryer lint? Seriously, glass weighs more than plastic. Waterproofing and armoring require 'stouter' construction, as does maintaining alignment of the optical elements. The performance - clarity, focus, and contrast - are simply superior to other compact binoculars in this price range. Personally, I don't find the weight to be an issue when in the field or at a game or concert.
892848
Don't have exact measurements probably around 8x6x2.5. I would imagine they are on the cannon website. I will say they are quite heavy and for hiking and carrying they can be cumbersome. No question they are great binoculars with the stabilization feature for viewing wildlife, but I wouldn't recommend them if you have to haul them around-too heavy. Hope that helps.
821435
They're pretty heavy to be holding up to your eyes for long periods of time. I bought mine for stargazing and added the tripod adapter. I'd go with something lighter for use at a three hour long football game.
1497370
They are not light, but weight has not been a particular problem, especially since overall the binoculars meet our needs very well.
1736635
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.