Robert / Seattle
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... I did not think that there was supposed to be a difference in brightness[/COLOR][/COLOR]
Congratulations on your new purchase.
Happy bird watching,
Arthur
Thanks for the input, Arthur ...
Actually, the following quote is taken from the spec page on the product from B+H Photo:
"Its specially coated prisms increase light transmission, thus making it brighter than the predecessor. This improvement translates into better twilight performance to discern fine details in any low light situation."
I did not, however, find this to be the case. (And since I make my living photographing scenes in extreme low light with large format film cameras, I ask for your trust in this assessment).
Your other point on color dynamics is well considered, and once these blasted clouds lift I'll do some more exterior tests and post an addendum. In the meantime, interior testing under incandescent lighting suggests that the HDs seem to have an ever-so-slight increase in color vibrancy. You've got to be looking for it, though, and have both pairs handy for side by side, eye-squinting comparison. More soon.
Cheers, and Happy Holidays to you ..
Robert
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