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    Pocket bino choice, Leica Ultravid 8x20 vs Swarovski CL Pocket 8x25 etc.

    I'm the original poster who solicited recommendations on various pocket binoculars. Since then I ended up testing 10+ different models side by side for about a week, and feel that your assessment is hyperbolic at best and misleading to potential future interested parties who may use this thread...
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    Pocket bino choice, Leica Ultravid 8x20 vs Swarovski CL Pocket 8x25 etc.

    I ordered an Alpen Wings ED 8x20 and a Zeiss Terra 8x25 just to see where they stand in comparison to the more expensive models. Regarding the effect I am seeing with the Swaros, I feel like I am getting somewhat conflicting information here. If what I am observing is indeed pincushion...
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    Pocket bino choice, Leica Ultravid 8x20 vs Swarovski CL Pocket 8x25 etc.

    I appreciate the comments, everyone. Those of you with Swaro CL Pockets, have you noticed the globe effect I described in the original post? It's readily evident when panning the binoculars across a distant and detailed background (such as scanning a treeline etc.). I did not observe this with...
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    Pocket bino choice, Leica Ultravid 8x20 vs Swarovski CL Pocket 8x25 etc.

    This is my first post on the forum, and I don't have a ton of experience with high end optics, so bear with me, please. I am looking for a pair of pocket binoculars for wildlife spotting and general use during backpacking. Size and weight are the main constraints, as I intend to have to have...
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