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    Review by 'Sancho' on item 'MeoStar S2 82 HD'

    Seriously good scope. My previous faves were Nikon ED82, Swaro ATS80HD, and (old) Zeiss 85 Victory Diascope w/Baader zoom. I think this Meopta outclasses these with it's wide-field, edge sharp 30-60 zoom that holds AFOV throughout. Pincushion is odd- it's the reverse of what you see usually...
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    Swarovision EL 8x32

    Incredibly bright and sharp, across the generously wide FOV. No hint of what has come to be known as 'Rolling Ball'. A tiny amount of pincushion compared to it's 8.5x42 sibling. Excellent flare control, and natural colours which seem a little 'colder' than the Zeiss FL, for example. I perceive a...
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    Review by 'Sancho' on item 'Swarovision 8.5x42'

    Having used these in the field for a few weeks, I expect that mishaps excepted, theyre the last binoculars Ill buy. They are simply stunning. Some people report "rolling ball effect", but I only see this if I "test" for it, and it doesnt bother me anyway. Near-to-zero pincushion, incredible...
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    • RMS review
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    Swarovision 8.5x42

    Top-of-the-range open-hinge binoculars with wrap-around grip with new "Swarovision" technology, field flattener lenses and enhanced coating.
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    Review by 'Sancho' on item 'Ultravid 8x20 BL'

    I got the BR version (rubber-armoured), and I\'ve nothing to add to Zurtfox\'s excellent review, except that they live in my pocket for hillwalking, cycling, walks with the kids, etc. They only lose light well into dusk, and if the FOV were a little greater, I wouldn\'t feel a need for any other...
    • Sancho
    • RMS review
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    Review by 'Sancho' on item '8x32 EL'

    I have the 10x42 EL, and love them. Find them a wee bit heavy for casual use (out walking with the kids, etc.) so I splashed out on the more conveniently sized 8x32 as well as \'knockabouts\'. Although for years I\'ve preferred 10x mag., these may become my bins of choice, 8 degree FOV is very...
    • Sancho
    • RMS review
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    Review by 'Sancho' on item '10x42 EL'

    Love these. 10x suits my eyes (or brain wiring) better. Compared them to 8.5x ELs, 8x30 ELs, and Leica 8x32BRs. All wonderful, but when I tried the 10x42 ELs, it was my eyes made the choice. Easy handling, focusing is fine on my pair, incredible DOF, eyecups steady, neckstrap comfortable. Light...
    • Sancho
    • RMS review
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