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Recent content by F88
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Just received a 10x42L
Canip, You made your point quite clearly and there was no misunderstanding on my part. It was the delivery that I responded to. Moving forward, I have no interest in creating further conflict. I have expressed that I'm handling the ergonomics just fine, and aware that I'm likely in the... -
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Just received a 10x42L
Without anyone else getting upset, I think it's fair to say that most who have experience with the Canon agree that its optics and combined IS make it optically the best thing around. Most would also agree that they are displeased with the ergonomics- form, eye cups and so on. I may well be in... -
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Just received a 10x42L
I'll make another assumption James and go with sarcasm. May have come across a bit harsh but the play was fair enough. -
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Just received a 10x42L
No apology required or given. If that's the case then perhaps it should be going two ways? I'm actually surprised by how fickle some of the fraternity are. Another partial agreement. -
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Just received a 10x42L
Hi etudient, Fair comment and I agree that I was some what dismissive towards canip. However, I did find his approach leant towards an amount of arrogance and rudeness so I treated him in return. Once again I'll reiterate that I disagree about the ergonomics, IS button placement and also not... -
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Just received a 10x42L
Calm down snowflake. I must admit that I haven't read any of your reviews and honestly I'm not looking out for them. I'm completely okay with you not being able to hold your Canon binoculars (must be tough when you have seven of them). I however will happily continue to use mine, also happy with... -
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Just received a 10x42L
I really don't think you have any experience with this binocular. Perhaps you had a brief encounter and your preconceived ideas got in the way? Granted the design is different- I'd imagine that its form was a necessity to fit in the electronics and so on. Either way my experience does not mirror... -
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Just received a 10x42L
Kimmo, I may prefer a standard binocular (full size) scrambling through scrub etc? But of course, you are completely right when you said "The one modern optical innovation that actually matters". While I still feel that the optics alone in the Canon are competitive with top glass, the IS takes... -
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Just received a 10x42L
Took the Canon out yesterday afternoon under grey and windy skies. Observed some white-bellied sea eagles around a large salt water lake and generally soaked up the view. If I'm going out with binocular viewing being a priority, the Canon are what I'll take. I think it's quite difficult for... -
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Is Nikon done with Alphas
Probably? But I hope not. My 8x32 EDG are my favourite binoculars of all time. -
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Just received a 10x42L
Hi Bockos, I haven't done a lot of viewing recently but when I have it's been with the Canon and they're still impressing me. Haven't needed to swap the batteries out yet. -
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Just received a 10x42L
Well these things continue to amaze. Went for a decent walk with them today and had varied views from coastal lookouts in bright sun to tight forest canopy and low light. Had a snake slither right below me as I put the binoculars back in their case and into my bag at one stage, that was... -
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Just received a 10x42L
Thanks Kimmo, that does sound like a good idea. I'll be having a go at lugging these around on a walk today for some general viewing and of course bird watching. Regarding bulk/weight, for birding and covering ground I don't think these would replace a standard (7 or 8x) binocular for me. That... -
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Just received a 10x42L
Just had some time doing some night time viewing (had some time during the afternoon/evening for a look also). I'm not an astronomer but these are great for the night sky. Generally looking around into dark and artificially lit areas just for the sake of it. These things are addictive. The...