Tero
Retired
I have a thread on the RedHead Epic I finally got to fill this gap in binoculars. They became my in car binoculars, I have them at all times, they cost some $140. They have as good optics as the Nikon Sporters, and do in fact have phase coating.
Now I am quite used to 8x in the woods and most casual birding. Either these or Nikon porros. I may be saving up to get a better 8x30 or so in a few years, but as these are good for most purposes, no rush.
Meanwhile, I am keeping an eye on any 8.5x compacts as well. Have only located a Vortex with no phase coating so far. I hope more mid price 8x or 8.5x roofs come out. My dream of course is 9x32. 10x32s I do not want, I will stick to 10x42 with 10x.
The Pentax Paillo 8.5x is also in here somewhere, but FOV is just over 300ft, I have 367ft with my 8x32. I want an 8.5x with FOV some 350 or better.
Now I am quite used to 8x in the woods and most casual birding. Either these or Nikon porros. I may be saving up to get a better 8x30 or so in a few years, but as these are good for most purposes, no rush.
Meanwhile, I am keeping an eye on any 8.5x compacts as well. Have only located a Vortex with no phase coating so far. I hope more mid price 8x or 8.5x roofs come out. My dream of course is 9x32. 10x32s I do not want, I will stick to 10x42 with 10x.
The Pentax Paillo 8.5x is also in here somewhere, but FOV is just over 300ft, I have 367ft with my 8x32. I want an 8.5x with FOV some 350 or better.
Last edited: