Nikon Monarch 8x36~Minox BL 8x32? (1 Viewer)

matt green

Norfolkman gone walkabout

• May 28, 2008

• #1

Does one have a distict advantage over the other or are we even stevens?

On the lookout for a reliable compact roof with good field of view and close focus!

Matt

 

Greysands boy

Well-known member

• May 28, 2008

• #2

Hi Matt,

Ive had my Vortex vipers 8x42 for a few months now when i bought them i tried loads of mid priced bins including the models mentioned (better than both).
They are pretty compact for 42's and exceptionally bright, built well and at £260 a bargain i reckon.
Track some down and give them a try you will be amazed (I got mine on internet from Sherwoods) .

Cheers

Darryl

 

Epsomsalt

Well-known member

• May 28, 2008

• #3

Greysands boy said:

Hi Matt,

Ive had my Vortex vipers 8x42 for a few months now when i bought them i tried loads of mid priced bins including the models mentioned (better than both).
They are pretty compact for 42's and exceptionally bright, built well and at £260 a bargain i reckon.
Track some down and give them a try you will be amazed (I got mine on internet from Sherwoods) .

Cheers

Darryl

Click to expand...

I would also add the opticron Verona Oasis 8 x 42 to your 'to try' list - exceptionally bright and close focus down to about 6feet (fairly lightweight as well).
Chris

 

matt green

Norfolkman gone walkabout

• Jun 6, 2008

• #4

Thanks for the comments Darrl and Chris

I'm also wondering if the Opticron Imagic BGA SE 8x32 would offer a significant optical advantage...admittedly it costs a few more £££'s

Matt

 

postcardcv

Super Moderator

Staff member

Supporter

• Jun 6, 2008

• #5

There's not much to choose between them optically, the best bet is to try them side by side and see which feel better in the hand. Also have a look at the Helios 8x32s, they are very similar to the Minox but are a bit cheaper.

 

Tero

Retired

• Jun 8, 2008

• #6

Not sure how the prices are over there. It might be worth to look at a 8x32 Pentax. I do not have one myself yet, but may be my next new bin.

I like the Nikons OK at 42mm, not at 36mm.