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Message: <blockquote data-quote="PennineBirder" data-source="post: 3610858" data-attributes="member: 8848">HiThe view through the HT is easier than on the SV, possibly because of the 42mm objective, and in some respects more pleasing and immersive, although this is hard to define. I miss that, but really, so far at least, that is all. The focus wheel on the HT is slightly smoother too but this is marginal compared to the new FP version of the SV.The main advantage for me of the SV over the HT is the smaller size and weight. To my eyes, I see no 'rolling ball' and the flare control is excellent. I do not have large hands and the SV 32s fit my hands very nicely, so overall they are more comfortable to handle.I must say the flat field on the SV is not that noticeable to me as I use my bins for birding and I don't look at birds in detail at the edge of the field. You can see the difference when you look for it but in practical use it is of no consequence to me personally.The objective covers aren't used by me on any bins so this is not a factor for me. On the small details I have found the new neck strap fixture on the SV-FP a joy to use, despite my initial reservations about 'novelty' straps.Peter</blockquote>