I’ve been keeping my eye out for a deal on a good mid range binocular. I was all set to pull the trigger on a pair of Conquest HD 8x32 that are coming in just above my budget. Then I came across a deal on the new BD II 10x42’s. They’re well within my budget (~35% cheaper than the Conquests) and I’m particularly drawn by the wide FOV.
I’ve read the optical report by Henry Link here and that has put me off somewhat, then again it may just have been a bad copy. I was hoping for someone may be able to offer some hands on experience in the real world? Or should I just push the budget out and go for the tried and tested Conquests?
I should say that magnification isn’t a huge factor for me. I’m more concerned with AFOV and good quality optics but I suppose 10x would be preferable if pushed.
Chris
I’ve read the optical report by Henry Link here and that has put me off somewhat, then again it may just have been a bad copy. I was hoping for someone may be able to offer some hands on experience in the real world? Or should I just push the budget out and go for the tried and tested Conquests?
I should say that magnification isn’t a huge factor for me. I’m more concerned with AFOV and good quality optics but I suppose 10x would be preferable if pushed.
Chris
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