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The Zeiss Victory SF 8x32: a somewhat idiosyncratic, but comprehensive review
Finally got around to taking a photo - this one's for Swissboy. -
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The Zeiss Victory SF 8x32: a somewhat idiosyncratic, but comprehensive review
I'd say, good on you, brother - enjoy!!! -
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The Zeiss Victory SF 8x32: a somewhat idiosyncratic, but comprehensive review
Hi Eitan, thanks for the kind and thoughtful reply. Your and others' thoughts about color are very interesting and thought provoking. I feel like we are just getting around the edge of a very complex topic. Atmospheric conditions and planetary position all seem like they would have big... -
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The Zeiss Victory SF 8x32: a somewhat idiosyncratic, but comprehensive review
So I'm wrapping up my review to let everyone know I have decided not to keep these. It's honestly a bit of a heartbreak, because I loved them, other than the yellow-green cast in certain conditions, which is why I decided not to keep them. I mentioned above that I was not positive about the... -
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The Zeiss Victory SF 8x32: a somewhat idiosyncratic, but comprehensive review
I'm glad there's a few dozen of us worldwide willing to tweak out on these details. Bottom line, I love the 8x32SFs, but they don't have the crispest or easiest view. And sorry, they do have a green cast, for me. I got fed up with my assessment and bought copies of the whole kit and... -
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The Zeiss Victory SF 8x32: a somewhat idiosyncratic, but comprehensive review
A short jaunt today (mostly blue sky conditions), colors seemed quite accurate. Still can't get my head around the resolution. I am wondering if maybe I don't have the best pair? But my eyes lately are shot by ten hours a day looking at the screen. Historically, I have always preferred... -
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The Zeiss Victory SF 8x32: a somewhat idiosyncratic, but comprehensive review
What I'm most curious about are folks' impressions of 3D/resolution. Does a flatter presentation make for more definable resolution? I do believe my eyes were tired yesterday when I had them out for the day. But then, that is an actual field condition. : ) -
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The Zeiss Victory SF 8x32: a somewhat idiosyncratic, but comprehensive review
Part Three - View It’s funny, after all the buildup, I feel like my comments on view may be a little anticlimactic. Also, I apologize for drawing this up so much – I thought I’d be able to get this all out at close to the same time. Probably the most distinguishing aspect for me about their... -
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The Zeiss Victory SF 8x32: a somewhat idiosyncratic, but comprehensive review
Part Two - design form Part Two Design – Form This discussion here is limited to aesthetics/overall gestalt. Some may question that here, but to me, most of us here love binoculars as a design object, no different than other cool mechanical thing. So why not? Overall, I like these a lot... -
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The Zeiss Victory SF 8x32: a somewhat idiosyncratic, but comprehensive review
This is very good to know. However, I will still greatly prefer a metal lug, specifically stainless in that location. It does not seem like that would be difficult. That is what is on my BNs, and they inspire confidence. -
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The Zeiss Victory SF 8x32: a somewhat idiosyncratic, but comprehensive review
I had actually gotten curious about whether I had falsely stated the material, so I emailed Zeiss, and this is what they said, disconcertingly: "Thank you for contacting ZEISS Consumer Products. They are mostly plastic. Do not put metal rings on them as after time they will wear through."... -
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The Zeiss Victory SF 8x32: a somewhat idiosyncratic, but comprehensive review
I will be releasing this in two or three parts. This is part one. After long consideration I bought a pair of 8x32 SFs. I am providing this review hoping it will help others with their process – spending an amount equal to half of the price of a halfway decent used car is a little tough...