If you are not needing low light, then I think the 8x32 Conquests are even better than the 8x42'sSounds like the Aurora binoculars are a keeper. Opticron doesn't have much of a presence here in the States, at least where I live, and it's a shame that more local dealers don't carry their optics. I was at a local hawk watch and was able to try binoculars from Leica, Swarovski, Vortex, and Zeiss. In the 1k price range, the Zeiss Conquests were the ones that I liked the most due to their brightness and clarity; however, I did notice that the eyecups weren't as smooth to adjust as the Trinovids and got stuck in place on a couple of occasions. I still have to try the Nikon HG, Meopta Meopro Air, and of course the Opticron Auroras. So far, I'm leaning towards the Conquests in an 8x42 because of field of view and because they seem clearer even at longer distances in that power. I appreciate your initial review and the update. Cheers!
They still do fine in low light, but will be a tad behind the 42's. It's NOT that much though... really!
Bigger FOV too, as that is important to you.
I had the 8x42 Conquests, did the upgrade thing.... because that is what we do... and it was pointless in all honesty.
I still get to look through them occassionally as a mate bought them, and they really are very good.
However, I think I should have probably got the 32's.