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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Alexis Powell" data-source="post: 1565559" data-attributes="member: 5327">My least favorite are the Nikon LX because of the focus knob position and their slightly greater bulk. As for Zeiss Victory versus Leica Ultravid, I own both in 8x20, and I'm not sure I prefer one over the other.  My original (older, silver coated) Victory didn't handle backlight as well as the unit I now have (dielectric coated, sent as warranty replacement for my original), which seems every bit as good as the Ultravid.  I'd say they're also tied for best ergonomics, with perhaps a slight edge to the Ultravid for its big focus knob.  Nevertheless, the "little knob" on my Zeiss works very well--it is silky smooth and has a nice gear ratio.  I think it would be a mistake not take a look at the Zeiss.  As for armored versus leather/faux leather Ultravid, I chose the latter for its lower weight and slightly smaller size.  These binos are small (low mass) and live around my neck on a strap, either hanging or tucked into a shirt pocket if I'm working with my camera.  I don't see the need for rubber armor--the covering on the "unarmored" version is quite tough.  Mine have endured much use and sweat etc over the past several years and they look as good as new.--APP.S. I don't think there is any question that the Ultravid are optically MUCH superior to the Trinovid (brighter, better stray light control, better edge performance), and I'd imagine most folks would perfer the ergonomics of the Ultravid after experimenting w/how to adjust them.</blockquote>

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