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8 x 32 vs 10 x 32 for general purpose birding (1 Viewer)
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Given your criteria, I'd say go for a good pair of 8x32's and then get a scope for the longer viewing. That should work very well. In my opinion, 10x's for backyard viewing is not the best. The 8x solution is hard to fault for any general birding, and coastal long distance is best with a good scope.thecat said:
I used to use only 10x, then got a pair of high-end 8x for woodland and closer viewing. Once my eyes had gotten used to the 8x (slightly better resolution anyway), I found I used them for all but very distant viewing, e.g. seawatching and wide mudflats. I still love the 10x, but the extra weight, and the limited FOV at close range, mean they stay at home most of the time. As Tero says, if you have a scope anyway, you don´t need the extra fire-power in your bins, and the lighter your kit the better. In summary, 8x makes a better all-round bin in my experience. Best of Luck with your choice.thecat said:
mike from ebbw
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I have an 8x32 pair and a pair of 10x42 roof prisms.The 10x have better clarity and magnification of course but they exaggerate any slightest movement and are hard to keep still.The 8x are much better for general use.
Robert / Seattle
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mike from ebbw said:
Easily solved with a good monopod, doubling as a walking stick! And the 10x32 Ultravid, with a 360 ft. FOV is not too shabby in the first place.
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