Jinty,
In spite of being a similar weight and size, being manufactured around the same time, almost certainly by the same company, they are very different offerings. The Classic has a 7.2* view and 50.4* AFOV while the Imagic has 8* and 64* AFOV so is the clear winner there. The Classic probably has the sharper edges, but it has a much more pronounced field curvature so smaller sweet spot but also means it has a better perceived DOF. The Classic has the 5.1mm exit pupil compared to the Imagic's 4mm which gives it a 76% advantage in low light. Both list a close focus of 2m but my Classic gets below 5ft (1.5m) which might be useful. There is a bit of sharpness variability in both models so I suggest you check them carefully.
As you might have gathered I chose the Classic and don't regret it. Just preferred the ergonomic, relaxed view and low light capability in a relatively small package. Although I'd call it my main binocular it's not my only one and have others, including high powers for other situations.
David
