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Recent content by j_2112

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    Zeiss SFL 8x40 This Year's Best New Birding Binocular!

    Hey Scott, bit of a late reply here but I'm currently trying out the 8x40 SFL. Denco is pretty much spot on in his OP. But, my biggest regret was getting rid of the 8x42 SF. Best glass ever right there I've tried. If you have the SF, don't git rid of them, and also, don't get the SFL. Focus is...
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    New EL 8.5 Soft bag bag no case?

    Do any of you remember the Swarovski case from the older SLC x 56s or El 50s? My gosh that was a nice case! It was huge! The next iteration fit better but did not zip open all the way, not as good. Now you get a quality draw string bag to blow your nose or wipe your butt when in nature or...
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    Best Alpha Glass for Low Light?

    Do you realize how terrible a 342 ft fov is on a 7 power? Not to mention that terrible focus that requires a vice grip to turn!
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    Best Alpha Glass for Low Light?

    Congrats! This will hopefully be my next, (and final) set of bins. Would love to compare to my 8x42 sf and 8x42 NL! (If you want the best alphas, get one of these) Did you manage to find / see any good deals on the 8x56 SLC? I gotta sell some other glass first!
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    Winning comparison points for 8.5x42 EL SV or F/Pro against 8x42 NL-P ?

    I've been down this road myself! The new El 8.5x42 is not better than the NL 8x42, unfortunately, it's not even that close. However! It has some advantages! (Besides lower price). 1. For me it feels better in the hand, as I have long fingers which made the NL feel too small. Many will...
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    Reviews and comparisons to Victory HT 10x54's vs 10x42's?

    This is a late reply, but I believe you are one of the only ones to have both the 8 and 10 x 54 HT. I've read the 10 has a bit larger apparent FOV. How does the brightness, resolution, CA, and overall experience differ between the two? Which would you keep between the two? I have a 10x54 HT...
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    Zeiss 10x54 HT impressions today

    Currently have the 8x42 sf - which is an amazing binocular, I love it and can't get rid of it. Really want to try the 10x54ht. I've read a lot about soft edges and especially lots of CA. This could be a deal breaker. For instance, I've had the 15x56 conquest with AK prisms, and the CA was BS...
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    8.5 x 42 EL Swarovski Questions.

    Hey, thanks a lot! Some of your other posts help push me a bit in that direction. With the 8 x 32 SV EL now discontinued should be an easy resale if needed. I just hope the voices in my head in the evening / morning light won't be telling me I should have gone with the 8.5 x 42 SV. I also hope I...
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    8.5 x 42 EL Swarovski Questions.

    After way too much research I decided against the 8.5 x 42 EL and just purchased the Swaro 8 x 32 EL Field Pro, mostly due to weight, size, and savings of $500. Will be comparing the directly to my 8 x 30 Maven B3 when they arrived. How exciting, but I'm ready to be done buying glass that's...
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    8.5 x 42 EL Swarovski Questions.

    Hey thanks for the info. I think I can track down a 10x42 SV in an upcoming trip, mostly to check for RBE and ergonomic / build quality as you mentioned.
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    8.5 x 42 EL Swarovski Questions.

    Haha yeah. If I'm spending $2200 I had better have them on me. Thanks!
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    8.5 x 42 EL Swarovski Questions.

    I have no dealerships close :( however I did just learn bird watching dot com has no sales tax for my state. Saves $163 right away.
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    8.5 x 42 EL Swarovski Questions.

    Researching it now. Looks amazing. Still kinda had my heart set on being a Swarovski owner. I suppose I just need to let the glass speak for itself. Thanks Maljunulo
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    8.5 x 42 EL Swarovski Questions.

    Hey all, first post here. I've read many of your posts and learned a lot from you all, thank you. My question today is regarding the Swarovski 8.5 x 42 EL. I have not tried them yet but really want to. My only concerns are: 1) Are these too heavy for EDC 2) Is the FOV good for birding? Can't...
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    Swaro EL 8.5x42.. Any other recommendations?

    @Cambsbirder only 3 questions: 1) are they too heavy? 2) is the FOV big enough (I can't afford nl pures) 3) any rolling ball effect?
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