• Actually, tangents off threads in this forum are often v. interesting, even merit threads of their own!
• Decided on a Sw. SLC? If you need close focus the present SLC HD is available at lowered prices now.
• If you don't then in a few mths the new and lighter SLC will be available for even less.
• Still cannot figure out how a difference in the close focus "mechanism" can save 20 components.
• Found, with some effort, <this illuminating post by Holger>. Can it be that the savings in cost and in components are due not to a "mechanism" but a different lens system?
• Was able to compare today for the first time an SLC HD, which is an 8x42, and an Sv., which is an 8.5x42, and thought of setting down these points here; sorry if this is old hat. Firstly, within dim places in daylight the SLC clearly shows more detail.
• The field of view in the SLC is much wider vs the Sv. than in the proportion of the stated 7.8⁰ vs 7.6⁰.
• BTW, surprised to find the better sharpness in the Sv. though nearly always referred to using the word "edge" is clearly noticeable even from ~ 2/3 of the way out. (Does not matter v. much to me personally, though!)
Pity the Sw. SLC HD 8x42 won't be around longer - such an efficient instrument for nature observation.
Come on guys, the new SLC model will be just as good as the first iteration. Afterall, who really cares about a miniscule adjustment in the close focus?Yes, indeed, it was "... such an efficient instrument for nature observation."
Well put. :t:
Ed
Come on guys, the new SLC model will be just as good as the first iteration. Afterall, who really cares about a miniscule adjustment in the close focus?
Come on guys, the new SLC model will be just as good as the first iteration. Afterall, who really cares about a miniscule adjustment in the close focus?
Go Zeiss!
Jerry...
Ed, where can I read about "the innovative logarithmic focusing mechanism"? CJ, ...
..... CJ, would you know where I could I read about that Toyota episode? Thanks, ....
I think the bottom line is they needed to establish a distinct price differential between the pedestrian SLC line and the elite Swarovisions. Now, when birders gather, there won't be any doubt what the pecking order is. Fortunately, the original SLC/HD (how long did this model last) will be distinguishable from the new and devolved SLC by its armor. Ranked by price the new hierarchy will be: Swarovision, SLC/HD and SLC (new versions only, not the much older SLC models).
The new Swarovski taxonomy should be mastered as soon as possible, certainly before any forays into the field. Identifying birds is useful; knowing the make and model of other birder's bin(s) is essential knowledge. I learned that on Birdforum!
Good idea John. The next order of business is to make sure that every optics company boldly displays the country of manufacture on the top of the binocular so we can even further establish the pecking order.
I think the bottom line is they needed to establish a distinct price differential between the pedestrian SLC line and the elite Swarovisions. Now, when birders gather, there won't be any doubt what the pecking order is. Fortunately, the original SLC/HD (how long did this model last) will be distinguishable from the new and devolved SLC by its armor. Ranked by price the new hierarchy will be: Swarovision, SLC/HD and SLC (new versions only, not the much older SLC models).
The new Swarovski taxonomy should be mastered as soon as possible, certainly before any forays into the field. Identifying birds is useful; knowing the make and model of other birder's bin(s) is essential knowledge. I learned that on Birdforum!
You know I have bitten my tongue long enough! But,pily shut up!!! Pedestrian SLC? Give me and us a break! They are as good if not better than the sv's! I have looked until my eyeballs have bugged out! Please, the sv's are nice! But, quit pushing them so hard! There are other binoculars out there that fit people better!!! Bryce...