10X32 ELs (1 Viewer)

I have a chance to purchase a pair of 10X32 EL's at a good price, but as a long time Leica user I was wondering how the Swarovski's would compare to the Leicas of the same size and power. I have never owned a 10x binocular before because I do alot of forest birding, and I always thought that a higher power binocular would make it too difficult to find birds, or hold the binocular steadily when I did, but the EL's I tested felt very easy to use in the store, and were much easier to grab and hold than the Leica HD's I have tested. I also like the way the new 10x32 Nikons look, but I have never been able to test them.

The general consensus here is that they are among the best.

Here is a link to a test of 10x binoculars from 2004 which includes them and the equivalent Nikon, which has now been upgraded by the EDG. You may find it useful in your decision.

http://www.lintuvaruste.fi/hinnasto/optiikkaarvostelu/optics_8_Leicaultravid_GB.shtml

The link is written in English.

Bob

Ceasar, thanks for the link.