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  1. J

    Opticron stabilisepd binoculars

    Anyone got any experience of using the Opticron IS bins? Any comments and advice would be welcome. Cheers Jeff
  2. J

    Decided on 10x30 is II against alpha non stabilised

    Good choice, Gary. When I bought my Canon IS 12x36 lToll bins three years ago, my Swarovski 8x42s got relegated to the car glovebox (actually the car door, but you know what I mean), and only come out when it's pouring with rain, or in woodland where the greater field of view makes it easier to...
  3. J

    12x36 IS III is on the way. A couple questions

    I use a Lowe-alpine Scout SH 100 bag for my 12x36s. Very good fit, lots of protection, and a handy pocket for spare batteries. (It may be discontinued, but you'll probably find one on Fleabay). I don't use objective lens covers; the bag protects the objectives, and I use an Opticron rainguard...
  4. J

    12x36 IS III is on the way. A couple questions

  5. J

    Advice on IS binoculars.

    I have a pair of Canon 12x36 Mk 3, that I bought secondhand. They are the only bins I carry around when birding, and have relegated my Swarovski 8.5x42s to the glovebox. If the Canons die, I'll look around for another pair. I use them with my spectacles, and just roll the eyecups all the...
  6. J

    Good modestly priced compacts?

    Terra ED 8x25. Very compact (pocket able), bright, sharp, and easy to use (with or without spectacles). Jeff
  7. J

    Rubber Ferrules for Velbon

    If you measure the diameter, and have a rummage round on eBay, you'll probably find walking stick ferrules that would fit. Get 3 and nobody knows they're not pukka Velbon ones. It worked for me. Cheers Jeff
  8. J

    Compact binoculairs and glasses

    I have a pair of Leica UV 8X20s, which I use with varifocal spectacles. They work fine, and are shirt pocket small. A bit more fiddly to use than full size bins, but live in my jacket pocket and accompany me wherever I go. Love 'em. Jeff
  9. J

    Tripod and head for slight female birder

    When I faced the same issue with my 80mm Swarovski scope, I tried various lightweight solutions, but eventually came to the conclusion that, rather than trying to find a good lightweight combo, the best thing was to find a better way of carrying the tripod, rather than just slinging it over one...
  10. J

    New Bins advice needed

    Jazzyboy Don't forget second hand from a reputable shop. 5 or 6 years ago I bought a pair of early Swaro 8.5 x 42s for about £700 from London Camera Exchange. The bins are still going strong, and, with the exception of the Canon IS bins that I now use, I've not seen anything in newer 'alpha'...
  11. J

    Just received a 10x42L

    Dave Welcome to the dark side. Jeff
  12. J

    Pocket binoculars or larger monocular for spotting?

    In my experience, the real issue is not the size of the bins. It's the size after you've added a bag to stop the other stuff in your pocket from damaging the glass. On my Zeiss Terra 8x25s, I have 4 plastic lens caps attached to the bins with thin bungee cord. This adds virtually no bulk, and...
  13. J

    EL 8.5x42 Mk1 vs new kids on the block

    I've got a similar aged pair that I bought second hand a few years ago. I've never regretted it. Every now and then, I'd go into an optics shop, and try the latest and greatest from Zeiss, Swarovski and the like but I rarely if ever saw anything with a better view (apart from the Canon IS bins...
  14. J

    Canon 10x30 IS stabilised binocular sticky covers

    About four years ago, I bought two identical kitchen knives from Marks and Spencer for about £2 each. The handles were made from the same kind of black 'soft grip' rubbery/plasticky stuff as the coating on the Canon IS bins. After a couple of months one handle had gone sticky and melty, and I...
  15. J

    Canon 10x30 IS stabilised binocular sticky covers

    That sounds great. Have you got any pictures of the finished item? Cheers Jeff
  16. J

    Canon 10x30 and 10x42 focusing

    I had the 10x42 for a while. The view was fantastic, but I got rid of then because of the weight - I'm pretty ancient, and holding them up for a prolonged look at anything was impossible for me. I really didn't get on with the ergonomics either - the IS button just didn't fall under any of my...
  17. J

    12x36 with glasses

    Firstly, thanks to all the people who replied to this thread which I started a few weeks ago. Much appreciated. After I sold my Canon 10x42 IS bins (brilliant view, but way too hefty for me), I finally bought a pair of Canon 12x36 lll bins a couple of weeks ago when I spotted a nearly new...
  18. J

    Favorite bino/bird experience?

    I was watching a marsh harrier at Ham Wall when it decided to put on a display worthy of the Red Baron. It circled up to about 1,000ft, and then descended doing a series of aerobatic manoeuvres (including going close to inverted) all the way down to about 15ft, spread it's wings and landed in...
  19. J

    12x36 with glasses

    Thanks for the replies - very helpful. I've put the purchase on hold until life returns to normal post corona. Cheers Jeff
  20. J

    Opticron Imagic IS Binoculars

    I'm planning to get some new IS bins to replace my Canon 10x42s which were too heavy for my ancient arms. The shortlist includes the Opticron 10x30. I've tried them in a shop and was quite impressed. The other one on my shortlist is the Canon 12x36. I tried this out as well and also liked...
  21. J

    12x36 with glasses

    I've just sold my Canon 10x42s because they were getting too heavy for my aged arms, and I'm thinking of replacing them with some 12x36 llls. I tried some in a shop and they were great. However, I need to wear glasses all the time, including when using optics, and I was a bit concerned by how...
  22. J

    RSPB HDX binoculars - equivalents?

    You may well find that a fairly old pair of top-end bins (mine are now 14 years old) will serve you better than a same price brand new pair. A few years ago I bought a second hand pair of Swarovski 8x42s (manufactured in 2004) for around £800 from London Camera Exchange (LCE). Every time I go...
  23. J

    Harness

    I use the Optech stuff for all my stuff. Decent price, comfortable, and versatile.
  24. J

    SLC 8x42 WB HD alternatetive rainguard

    Opticron do a good range at good prices.
  25. J

    Canon SX70 .... September

    If you look on Amazon UK, it's available for next day delivery. There's also a customer review.
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