Mrs wants some bins (1 Viewer)

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Chilt

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• Jun 23, 2018

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As the title says, she tried my Nikon aculon 8x42 bins but she has a imbalance and they made her feel a bit dizzy, are there any bins out there that would be more suitable say like 5x25 or something as I think it could have been the zoom and how big the things look?

Thanks for any help

Chilt

 

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aCuria

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• Jun 24, 2018

• #2

Well, how much are you looking to spend?

 

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Chilt

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• Jun 24, 2018

• #3

aCuria said:

Well, how much are you looking to spend?

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Sorry! Forgot to mention! Need some budget ones really as she’s not into it as much as I am aha

Thanks

Chilt

 

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Binastro

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• Jun 24, 2018

• #4

Chilt,
There could be several reasons why dizziness results.
One is that there is slight misalignment at her interpupillary distance, which may be different to yours.

Then, the magnification may be too high.

There are several fairly low price 6.5x32 Porroprism binoculars.
I'll have a look at the Opticron site. They have a reputation for good service.

5x25 binoculars are uncommon, although I use an excellent old Foton.
There was a Bushnell, actually nearer 4.4x 25.

As to caps, mentioned elsewhere.
A bit of bubble wrap at the bottom of the case should protect the 8x42 Aculon. I am not sure if caps are needed when hanging around ones neck.
I keep binoculars in cases with no objective caps, but with eyepiece covers.

 

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Binastro

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• Jun 24, 2018

• #5

Opticron Adventurer T WP 6.5x32 Porroprism binocular seems to be suitable, maybe around £60.

9 degree field stated. 53mm minimum IPD if that is suitable. Fairly lightweight.

There is also the 4x22 Dowling and Rowe Roof prism binocular with a 16 degree field.
It is sold under other names.
There is the 6x30 version sold from Netherland sites at a low price. Perhaps 30 euros plus shipping?
However, I would avoid these as there may be quality control issues with remote buying.

I would stick to U.K. supplies from a good source.

 

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btooze

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• Jun 24, 2018

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My wife wanted an inexpensive pair and we went to an RSPB reserve where she could try some binoculars. She opted for the Puffin range which she loves. Give them a go, if your wife does not like any binoculars, at least you have both had a good day out.

 

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Binastro

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• Jun 24, 2018

• #7

Helios Aquila MS 6.5x32

Olympus 7x35 DPS 1 £45.

Celestron 7x30.
Papillio 6.5x21
Yosemite 6x30?

 

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Chilt

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• Jun 25, 2018

• #8

Thank you everyone for your suggestions! Gonna have a look into them all! She might beed to go and try some to see what there like!

Thank you all!

Chilt

 

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Binastro

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• Jun 25, 2018

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The Dutch source of the Libra 6x30 WA superview roof prism binocular is Kamera Express.
But risky without seeing first and testing each one.

30 euros is cheap if good, plus shipping I suppose.

 

fazalmajid

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• Jun 26, 2018

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Canon seems to be having sales on the 8x25 IS stabilized binoculars, I recently saw them for $160. Not sure if they have equivalent closeouts in the UK. They'd be somewhat heavy for a 8x25, but the view will be very stable.

 

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Binastro

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• Jun 26, 2018

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$160 is cheap for a good Canon 8x25 IS, if new.

We have had two good ones, old style stabiliser and new type.
But the third isn't good, so they vary.

The optical windows may also fall out with use, as there is little to hold them in.
They also take camera type batteries, and one should have a spare battery.
The batteries are expensive in Australia.

The best 8x25 IS has a wonderful stabiliser.