I think that the warranty is no problem, because... see link:
http://en.leica-camera.com/Service-Support/Repair-Maintenance
http://en.leica-camera.com/Service-Support/Repair-Maintenance
I wonder why the prices are dropping, I think it might be because of the new coloured ones.
I rang Foka just now - the 8x20 is a display case model, only one, so if anyone wants it, act now!
I have both the 8x20 Ultravid and 8x25 Swarovski. They are both excellent binoculars, but if I could only keep one it would be the Ultravid because of its compact size and build quality. I just sold my 10x25 Ultravid. It's a little too finnicky to use for birding because of it's smaller exit pupil and field of view, but for close up views in a compact package it does the job very well. If the birds would cooperate and remain still, I actually prefer the view a 10x binocular provides, but sometimes you have to compromise. Also, I second Gijs recommendation that you look at the leather model before you buy. The price might not be too much more if you can find one without the very nice but expensive hard leather case.
The 8x20 and 10x25 have the same exit pupil diameter: 2.5mm.
I like the idea of 10x as I already have Leica Ultravid 8x32 BR. But if it is hard to hold still...
The 8x20 and 10x25 have the same exit pupil diameter: 2.5mm.
I like the idea of 10x as I already have Leica Ultravid 8x32 BR. But if it is hard to hold still...
...which is the best?
I have both of these in my daypack right now, and in my opinion their views are identical - both are about as good as an 8x20 can be, given current technology. I prefer the larger focusing knob of the Ultravid, so that's the one I usually grab first...
Does a flatter field mean no barrell/rolling effect when panning? Does the Leica have that effect?I own both, and I agree. The optics aren't identical (e.g. the Zeiss has a slightly flatter field), but they are equally good. Since the focus knob of the Ultravid is better, that's the one I prefer to use for birding.
--AP
Does a flatter field mean no barrell/rolling effect when panning? Does the Leica have that effect?
...look at the Zeiss Conquest Compact 8x20. ...the optics are constantly updated in quality by Zeiss and the latest versions have T*P coatings and can compete very well with the Utravid and the Victory...