Binoculars for a starter! (1 Viewer)

wildlifelove

Hopefully Birding...

• Feb 5, 2012

• #1

Hi

I currently only have some cheap £20 ones, been birding on and off for around a year. Looking to treat my self to new ones! Aiming to only really spend. £50-60...So any suggestions?

Thanks!!

 

vop

Well-known member

• Feb 5, 2012

• #2

Hawke Nature Trek 7 x 30

Opticron Vega II 8x40

A little over budget, but free shipping in the UK.

Haven't tried any of them, but in that price range porroprism binoculars are probably the best option. However, the eye relief is not good for spectacles.

 

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Tinbum

Well-known member

• Feb 5, 2012

• #3

Hawke frontier PC 8x25. They retail at £110 but can be had for £64 from eBay. The quality of the glass means they'll out perform cheaper 42's

 

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typo

Well-known member

• Feb 5, 2012

• #4

Nikon Action 8x42?
http://www.microglobe.co.uk/nikon-action-8x40-vii-ultra-wide-view-binocular-p-6799.html

David

 

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BrightIdea

Well-known member

• Feb 5, 2012

• #5

I wouldnt suggest compact 8x25 anything as an upgrade to a beginner's primary bino.

SO much nice stuff in the x32 through x42 range, unless compact is a priority IMO I'd leave that stone unturned.

How about a simple used 6 or 8x32 Yosemite from ebay? 60 bucks easily, and great reviews from most.