[Sorensen]

Hello;

I am looking for some waterproof binoculars to be used mostly in good light, brought along in a kayak, and I was thinking something around 8x32.

My local dealer (niobo.pt, just on friendly terms with them) can do Nikon Monach 8x36 at €224.90, or they have some Olivon 8x32 http://olivonmanufacturing.com/binoculars/pc-series in stock for €119.-.

Has anyone got experience with the Olivons? I _may_ be able to stretch the budget to the Monarchs (which seems to get a lot of nice words), but as we are rebuilding house and I am starting business any savings are welcome.

Any other suggestions?

TIA

Martin

[Tero]

Try both in the store. Most decent binoculars can sell themselves in hand.

[stereotruckdriver]

I know the Bushnell Legends can be bought over here pretty cheap now? Not the best but, very durable fairly sharp and I wouldn't worry about dropping it in the water! The problem you get with cheaper brands are generally poor build quality! The Legend just happens to be built very well, Bryce...

[gwsudiro]

Celestron Noble 8x32....I read good reviews about it..

regards ^^

galih

[denco@comcast.n]

Originally Posted by Sorensen

Hello;

I am looking for some waterproof binoculars to be used mostly in good light, brought along in a kayak, and I was thinking something around 8x32.

My local dealer (niobo.pt, just on friendly terms with them) can do Nikon Monach 8x36 at €224.90, or they have some Olivon 8x32 http://olivonmanufacturing.com/binoculars/pc-series in stock for €119.-.

Has anyone got experience with the Olivons? I _may_ be able to stretch the budget to the Monarchs (which seems to get a lot of nice words), but as we are rebuilding house and I am starting business any savings are welcome.

Any other suggestions?

TIA

Martin

Go with the Monarch's except get the 8x42's. They are quite a bit better than the 8x36's.

[Sorensen]

Originally Posted by denco@comcast.n

Go with the Monarch's except get the 8x42's. They are quite a bit better than the 8x36's.

Thank you, but the 8x42 are both heavier and more expensive, and I don't really need any of that - when at foot, I often bring a Nikon + Sigma 150 - 500, that is heavy enough.

/martin

[kristoffer]

The 8x42 monarch is very light weight and small. And really a nice birding binocular. Smooth focus and easy viewing. If I wasn´t such an optic snob I could be happy with the Monarch 8x42 for the rest of my life.

[Sorensen]

Originally Posted by Tero

Try both in the store. Most decent binoculars can sell themselves in hand.

Problem is, that the Nikon has to be ordered - only the Olivon is in store. Generally, anything but the most basic is order only around here. And I am lucky having Niobo nearby, as they seem to be able to get most things at sensible prices (similar to Amazon.co.uk).

I think I will have a look though and at the Olivon - I am comparing to some ancient Kern 8X18 Porro :-)

/Martin

[denco@comcast.n]

Originally Posted by Sorensen

Thank you, but the 8x42 are both heavier and more expensive, and I don't really need any of that - when at foot, I often bring a Nikon + Sigma 150 - 500, that is heavy enough.

/martin

The Nikon Monarch's 8x42 are less than 21oz. which is less than most 8x32's. If you watch E-bay UK they can be had for less than $200.00 shipped for a new pair. I got mine for $180.00. They are the best "cheaper" binocular I have tried.