it does make sense that the lower mag bin would have the "easier" view. any other thoughts on the comparison between 8x43 and 7x43? any difference in center field sharpness, depth of field, etc? although if the 7x43 has even more eye relief that may be a non starter for me as the 8x43 is right at my limit.
Center field sharpness didn't seem any different to me. But this is very subjective unless you use charts etc. which I didn't do. The depth of field is greater with the 7s but this is to be expected. Again the extreme eye relief of the 7s is a factor. With the 8s I just extend the eye cups all the way and bring the binoculars to my eyes and I'm ready to view. With the 7s I may have to readjust their position a bit. The "sweet spot" with the 7s is greater. To my eyes almost corner to corner. Keep in mind that there could be differences from pair to pair and I may just have lucked out with my particular pair.
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