Need help with Zeiss compact binocular (1 Viewer)

Hi,

I am looking to purchase a compact zeiss binocular. I have sampled the zeiss 8x20 victory model and liked it. There is another model that I have ran into, on the internet, that I cannot find any info about. It's called the Zeiss 8x20 Design Binocular and it looks similar to the victory. Can anyone tell me the difference or anything about it? Does it have a diopter adjustment? A big concern for me is waterproofing, durability, and up to date lense coatings.

Here is a link to a picture.

http://www.swfa.com/images/product/medium/522046.jpg

Thanks in advance.

It looks like the Zeiss Victory B T*. See picture and stats here. It is Waterproof and has a diopter adjustment.

http://www.eagleoptics.com/index.asp?pid=5356

Bob

Not sure what the pricing is but Cameraland have new (demo but essentially New) Zeiss Victory for $399 and they had them holiday priced for $349. So if you asked really nicely they might do you a deal. See the Bargain Bins thread for more details.

As you say these look like Victorys ... something like an earlier version so I suspect the optics are a little different but I haven't seen them before.

Searching here also helps e.g. see

http://www.birdforum.net/showthread.php?t=22474

The specs are at this (possibly dubious) site

http://www.hotbuysbinoculars.com/zeiss_8x20_b_design_selection_pocket_binoculars.htm

No rating at
http://www.resellerratings.com/store/HotBuys_Binoculars

Magnification 8
Objective diameter 20mm
Field of view at 1000 m 115m
Infinite adjustment range to 3m
Center drive adjustability -4dpt
Diopter compensation +/-2dpt
Twilight performance 12,65
Exit pupil 2mm
Relative geometric brightness 6,25
Interpupillary distance from - to 31-72mm
Length (eyecup elongated) 102mm
Width (PD 65) 93mm
Thickness 42mm
Weight 183g

Given the pricing I'd look for a discounted Victory

Design Selection is an older model line than Victory. Get the Victory, and make sure you get one that was made in the last couple years because the pocket models were improved (including use of dielectric coatings) after their initial release.

--AP