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8x20 Ultravids, how do they compare? (1 Viewer)
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Kevin Mac
Just sleeping
I ordered my 10x25 ultravids last week but they haven't arrived yet- and I haven't had a chance to look through any yet! No ultravids in the stores around here. Even if they did and I liked them I still would have bought them online to save alot of money. I bought them based on the quality of their older trinovids. I'll keep you informed- I'm hoping they'll be here tomorrow. Kevin.
Hermann
Well-known member
Swissboy said:
I looked through the 8x20 Ultravid at a trade fair today. Now, I should perhaps start by saying that I personally don't like small exit pupils in binoculars, and 2.5mm is just too small for me. Even in bright daylight I prefer *large* exit pupils any time, and my limit for everyday use is ~4mm.
That said, from what I saw I think the new line if a definite improvement. Most importantly, the handling is a lot better IMO, in particular the focussing. The new focussing wheel is much better, particularly when you use gloves. The overall finish is very nice indeed. The optics - well, I couldn't really judge the optical performance all that well since I couldn't take them outside, but in comparison to the old Trinovids the Ultravids seemed to have better contrast and slightly better transmission. But once again, I think I'd need to use them in the field to come to a definite conclusion.
Hermann
leicaeddy said:
Aside from questions about how much better than the older model these 8x20s are, I also wonder about the sturdiness of this construction. And how comfortable is it compared to the old version (which I find very good though some people seem to disagree)? I don't mind the looks at all, though.
Robert
Well, having lost all the newer posts, I'll at least update my own situation. I had a chance, finally, to try the 10x25, not, however, the 8x20s. But those 10x25s (the black rubberized version) were something like love at first touch. They simply felt so right in my relatively small hands. And I think I can hold them steady enough thanks to this good grasp that I imagine the 8x can only lose in my case. So I bought a pair of those even before I had a chance for trying the 8x20s. But, then, I already own a pair of 8x20 of the older type. And aside from some more flare under side light conditions, they are still excellent.
The new focus wheel may have a somewhat exotic appearance, but it is great for fine adjustments. And I also like that dial for the diopter setting.
The new focus wheel may have a somewhat exotic appearance, but it is great for fine adjustments. And I also like that dial for the diopter setting.
iancraig10
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In comparison to the old 8X20 I find the Ultra 8X20 to be slightly brighter due to the fact that the old binos have a slightly yellow cast. I only noticed by switching quickly from one to the other. The new Ultravids look a lot 'cleaner'.
The larger focus wheel is easier to use although at the moment, on mine it is a bit stiff. It'll probably loosen up over time.
The eycups are slightly larger so they feel better on the eyes.
I am glad to have changed from the old 8X20's. They are an improvement and imo they could easily be used as a main pair of binos for a serious beginner.
Because the 8X20's were so good, I also updated my old 8X32's to Ultras. Again - much cleaner view and brighter.
The larger focus wheel is easier to use although at the moment, on mine it is a bit stiff. It'll probably loosen up over time.
The eycups are slightly larger so they feel better on the eyes.
I am glad to have changed from the old 8X20's. They are an improvement and imo they could easily be used as a main pair of binos for a serious beginner.
Because the 8X20's were so good, I also updated my old 8X32's to Ultras. Again - much cleaner view and brighter.
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