[knight4search]

Hi folks
im new to birding and have just bought my self opticrons DBA oasis 10x42s and an es 80 ga waterproof with an sdl 20x60 eyeypiece have i made the right choice as i am very pleased with them but just wanted feed back from more experianced birders.
thanks

[Quacker]

Originally Posted by knight4search

Hi folks
im new to birding and have just bought my self opticrons DBA oasis 10x42s and an es 80 ga waterproof with an sdl 20x60 eyeypiece have i made the right choice as i am very pleased with them but just wanted feed back from more experianced birders.
thanks

Well if I may start, it sounds like a solid beginning to me. Time will tell of course, but 7,8 x is usually a good idea, 10 is probably the maximum for birding - I'm sure otehrs may have larger, but 7-10 is a good range.

The Opticron is a larger scope, 80mm will give you the edge as it should be very bright, and the zoom will make the decision for you as to whether to get one, two or three eyepieces and what size etc.

You may progress, upgrade or stay the same, but I think it is a good starting point. No error, well done!


Please note - I started with a nikon ED78 and 25-75x eyepiece - it is all that yours is, but never prevented me adding another couple of scopes, and 3 more pairs of bins and 4 digital cameras, Digital SLR and full EagleEye digiscoping kit. -

you've been warned lol.

Now go out and enjoy to the full!

[alan_rymer]

Originally Posted by knight4search

Hi folks
im new to birding and have just bought my self opticrons DBA oasis 10x42s and an es 80 ga waterproof with an sdl 20x60 eyeypiece have i made the right choice as i am very pleased with them but just wanted feed back from more experianced birders.
thanks

You've bought well!. But you didn't say which of the two current models of ES80GA's, SD, or better the ED?.

Alan

[Mark43]

I tried out the Oasis recently and liked them very much..........went for the Verano's in the end but only because i got them for a good price.

Enjoy your new purchases.

[knight4search]

Originally Posted by alan_rymer

You've bought well!. But you didn't say which of the two current models of ES80GA's, SD, or better the ED?.

Alan

iv bought the new 2006 es80 ga ed nitrogen filled scope a real beauty.
thanks

[knight4search]

Originally Posted by Mark43

I tried out the Oasis recently and liked them very much..........went for the Verano's in the end but only because i got them for a good price.

Enjoy your new purchases.

thanks for that mark
cheers

[postcardcv]

Sounds like a very good set up to start with, much better than the kit I was using for the first 15 years or so... the ES80ED is an excellent scope, I'm sure you'll be very happy with it. Personally I prefer lower mag bins, but if the 10x feels right to you then the DBAs are certainly a good pair.

[Brenty]

Originally Posted by knight4search

Hi folks
im new to birding and have just bought my self opticrons DBA oasis 10x42s and an es 80 ga waterproof with an sdl 20x60 eyeypiece have i made the right choice as i am very pleased with them but just wanted feed back from more experianced birders.
thanks

I have the 8x42 and I think they are superb, particularly in low light. The ES 80 is also brillant in performance and brightness and I use it for digiscoping giving excellent results.

Rest assured you chose well. Now go out and enjoy them.

[Modular]

Yep you chose well ... I use the ES 80 ED and it's good for Birding and Digiscoping,
Nice Scope, ,
John,

[Quacker]

Alright then - updating this have you upgraded yet?