Which binocular(s) did you use today? (12 Viewers)

[Binocollector]

I thought this might be a fun thread. I got inspired to start it by similar threads in watch forums that say "what are you wearing today?". The rules are simple. You have to post a pic of the bino(s) you are using today. You could write a sentence or two why you use this one or why you like it. But a pic with no text will do just fine. But please include the model and maker unless it is clearly visible on the pic.
I'll start -- I am using a "Hanseat" 8x30 which is actually a Hartmann Porlerim in disguise. I cleaned this one myself as unfortunately all the old Hartmanns I bought so far had hazy prisms.
But after cleaning it, it offers some stunning views. Very sharp in the middle, very bright -- of all the old porros I have, Hartmanns have the best coatings for sure. That's why I have more than one.

 

[42za]

I enjoyed using my Kowa YF 8 x 30 today (09 May 2023).
I watched a pair of soaring Hawks that were "Ebber So High" for about half an hour 😁.
This little Kowa is a better binocular than many might think.

 

[fazalmajid]

Kite APC 16x42 stabilized. There was a weird flight of drones passing over us and I wanted to see what they were, but the view was obstructed by spring foliage.

 

[Maljunulo]

Zeiss SF 8X32.

Mine looks just like Arthur's. (Post #10) except his is cleaner

 

[Binocollector]

You guys are supposed to post pictures of the bino you used 📷. That was the whole reason for the thread 👀. I wanted to see nice actual, real life pictures of the binoculars everybody uses.
I'll repeat the rules for the thread:

The rules are simple. You have to post a pic of the bino(s) you are using today. You could write a sentence or two why you use this one or why you like it. But a pic with no text will do just fine. But please include the model and maker unless it is clearly visible on the pic.

 

[Popeyethesailor]

At the weekend using my Swarovski NL Pure 12x42 with forehead rest at my local nature reserve in Cambridgeshire UK, surprisingly stable for 12’s but amazing on a tripod, last week I returned from a holiday to Mexico where I took my Swarovski EL 8x32

 

[A2GG]

This morning before work I went to a couple spots in town with my recently acquired Swaro CL 8x30. It’s the original version and it came with the updated case which was included with units produced in the last year of its run, 2016. I prefer the updated case over the previous clamshell style case.

I’ve always liked the original CL. I like the design, ergonomics, simple diopter and reliability. It also seems to have more usable eye relief for me compared to the new CL-b. I like how whites look bright and brilliant and really like the colors in the image overall.

 

[Elpha8888]

Testing these out today and comparing them to my eii 😁

 

[has530]

Testing these out today and comparing them to my eii 😁

Curious to know your thoughts (especially of you're able to measure the FOV). Everyone I've heard from has said the FOV is overstated but I measured it to actually be on spec which is wild (although the outermost portion doesn't convey much information).

 

[Pinewood]

Hello,

Like Majunolo, I used a Zeiss SF 8x32, which arrived only last week.



Stay safe,
Arthur

 

[Binocollector]

Hello,

Like Majunolo, I used a Zeiss SF 8x32, which arrived only last week.

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Stay safe,
Arthur

Nice! That was what I had hoped for! I think I never saw an actual real life picture of the SF 8x32. And the photoshopped product pics are just not the same. Thanks!

 

[Elpha8888]

Curious to know your thoughts (especially of you're able to measure the FOV). Everyone I've heard from has said the FOV is overstated but I measured it to actually be on spec which is wild (although the outermost portion doesn't convey much information).

Hi, yes the fov is impressive, I cannot measure it but it certainly looks nearly double of the eii, isn't it 255m? softening starts at around 70% on my sample, it's a usable binocular and one for the glove box, you get your £60 worth and that's it, Glass is pleasant to look through, fairly sharp. I prefer it with the eyecups in.
Wish they'd have put a bit more effort into it tbh

 

[Pinewood]

Nice! That was what I had hoped for! I think I never saw an actual real life picture of the SF 8x32. And the photoshopped product pics are just not the same. Thanks!

Hello Phillip,

You are welcome.

Stay safe,
Arthur

 

[Wasabrot]

Today my Hartmann Porlerim 8x30 Weitwinkel got the chance to watch the common swifts (apus apus) which arrived two weeks ago. Last weeks I used mostly the 7x42 Bernina but for the swifts I prefer the wider FoV.

 

[William Lewis]

Nikon e2 8x30. With wings.

 

[mulligatawny owl]

Here's my Swarovski CL Curio 7x21 curled up asleep in my hat during today's long and tiring walk.

 

[Thotmosis]

Posted this in the Leica section also but i guess no harm to post double.

 

[Avian conservationUGS]

I thought this might be a fun thread. I got inspired to start it by similar threads in watch forums that say "what are you wearing today?". The rules are simple. You have to post a pic of the bino(s) you are using today. You could write a sentence or two why you use this one or why you like it. But a pic with no text will do just fine. But please include the model and maker unless it is clearly visible on the pic.
I'll start -- I am using a "Hanseat" 8x30 which is actually a Hartmann Porlerim in disguise. I cleaned this one myself as unfortunately all the old Hartmanns I bought so far had hazy prisms.
But after cleaning it, it offers some stunning views. Very sharp in the middle, very bright -- of all the old porros I have, Hartmanns have the best coatings for sure. That's why I have more than one.

Vortex

 

[fazalmajid]

Nice! That was what I had hoped for! I think I never saw an actual real life picture of the SF 8x32. And the photoshopped product pics are just not the same. Thanks!

To make up for not posting photos yesterday, here are two of the relatively new Zeiss SFL 8x30

 

[Pinewood]

Nice! That was what I had hoped for! I think I never saw an actual real life picture of the SF 8x32. And the photoshopped product pics are just not the same. Thanks!

Hello Phillip,

Neither on the Zeiss web site nor on vendor web sites do yo see the thin lanyard on the right of my picture, post #10, what I would call the port side of the binocular. It tethers the objective cover to the binocular, which is unique. The cover is one piece and is held by friction to the inside of the barrels. I did not see instructions on using the lanyard, which has a connector, so l looped one part to the strap lug; looped the other part to the objective cover and connected them.
In the picture I attach, this might be clearer. Also note that the padded neck strap has a very understated Zeiss logo.

Stay safe,
Arthur