New Product Introduction Today From Swarovski ? (9 Viewers)

[Hermann]

Just for yucks, check out Dennis' one-star review on the 8x32 SV on B&H, from March I think. Always a hoot, Dennis. Comic relief I guess.

Nice one. Well, every forum has to have its ...

Hermann

 

[lmans66]

Nice one. Well, every forum has to have its ...

Hermann

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[PeterPS]

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Hermann

He's quite right that the SV 8x32 has serious glare issues and that the EDG 8x32 controls glare much better and has a much more relaxed image. But what's hard to understand, and I know that's the whole point of the previous post, is why would you sell the bino that you said you like more, and buy again the one that you said you hate. I guess a possible explanation is Swaro's CS and also the fact that their reselling value is typically higher.

 

[Dennis Mau]

He's quite right that the SV 8x32 has serious glare issues and that the EDG 8x32 controls glare much better and has a much more relaxed image. But what's hard to understand, and I know that's the whole point of the previous post, is why would you sell the bino that you said you like more, and buy again the one that you said you hate. I guess a possible explanation is Swaro's CS and also the fact that their reselling value is typically higher.

The big reason is the EDG has been discontinued for at least five years now. You can't get any part's for it from Nikon. I couldn't even get a new strap. If you drop it or damage it in anyway it is basically done. Nikon has no more EDG's to replace it with. The 8x32 EL has more glare than the EDG but it is very good in many other way's. For example, I like the smaller size and weight and for me the ergonomic's are better. I also like the bigger FOV and the sharp edges. I really like Swaro's CS and as you say Swaro's have the best resale of any binocular's. I also got it new for $1550.00 on an auction on Ebay so it was a good deal. I will probably pick up a Swaro NL 8x42 to complement it when they are released in September.

 

[Chosun Juan]

After RB and the Absam ring, could the next phenomenon be Rolling Brow ?, a strange sensation felt from the forehead rest whilst stopping or starting a fast pan :eek!:

I have heard rumours that Swarovski might be offering a 'SwaroTX' upgrade to the forehead rest. These are nanotech adhesive patches infused with Botox to straighten any wrinkles out. Fantastic ! now we can all run around looking like Nichole Kidman ! :-O








Chosun :gh:

 

[Dennis Mau]

This would work better than the forehead rest but it is a little big for birding.:-O

https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-equipment/image-stabilize-your-binoculars/

 

[Ries]

I have heard rumours that Swarovski might be offering a 'SwaroTX' upgrade to the forehead rest. These are nanotech adhesive patches infused with Botox to straighten any wrinkles out. Fantastic ! now we can all run around looking like Nichole Kidman ! :-O








Chosun :gh:

Lol! :-O But I like my wrinkles! I'd like a silicum frontal lobe connection which tells me which bird I see correctly every time, even the vaguest of glimps and flybys. Sure would like that for sounds too; ai hearing aids!

 

[mpeace]

This would work better than the forehead rest but it is a little big for birding.:-O

https://skyandtelescope.org/astronomy-equipment/image-stabilize-your-binoculars/

That's one way of enforcing social distancing amongst bird watchers.:eek!:

 

[PeterPS]

That's one way of enforcing social distancing amongst bird watchers.:eek!:

The pic below illustrates a case where that won't work....

 

[Rotherbirder]

The pic below illustrates a case where that won't work....

Some nice 'vintage' optics from the 1980s on show there - Bushnell Spacemaster, Bausch & Lomb Discoverer, Optolyth 30x75, Hertel & Reuss Televari and/or Nickel Supra are identifiable. What happy birding memories?!

RB

 

[etudiant]

The pic below illustrates a case where that won't work....

Good lord, where and when was this taken?
Even an Ivory Billed Woodpecker could not draw that crowd here in the US.

 

[dries1]

It was a live modeling debut for Ann Margaret.

Andy W.

 

[mpeace]

I knocked together a head rest today to see what we can expect from the head rest on the NL. I fitted it to an SLC 15x56 and a Vortex Razor 10x42.

The added stabilization wasn't mind-blowing to be honest and about the same as techniques people use like a finger pressed against your forehead. So a slightly noticeable improvement, but certainly nothing like as good as powered image stabilized binoculars. The image is still shaky, just in a slightly different way that is a little less distracting.

So, I wouldn't get too excited about the head rest as the next big thing in stabilization. However after a couple of goes and with improved technique and getting used to the head support I think you are capable of holding the binoculars a little steadier and that encourages you to focus on things slightly longer.

 

[Patudo]

Would love to see a pic mpeace!

Regarding denco … I actually think we need a separate thread for "discussion" about this guy. Congratulations denco, you know you've achieved a certain level of fame (or infamy) when this many folks are talking about you...

 

[Ries]

Maybe they had better designed a nose rest, as with glasses. With some supports on/behind the ears for added stability. Just half joking; I think it would offer more stability than just something against the forehead, not everyone has the same protruding brow. This thing just looks to gimmicky to me...although you'd expect they thoroughly tested it before putting it on the market...?! Maybe it will be a surprising improvent, quite hard to wait and read the experiences, or test it myself.

 

[Loud Green Man]

Have you read this thread from the start and subsequently LGM? You mentioned it back in your post #147 (ref. hunters and rifle owners) and it has been discussed at length since then.

I was about to say "I see our US friends (for the most part) continue to struggle with the concept of irony as humour" but note you have no such excuse!

But perhaps I simply lack a suitable number BF posts to be truly welcomed to the fold?

If it helps I do own a pair of funky vintage Zeiss bins and have used them in anger on Loch Arkaig with what was then FCS so this must count for something?

LGM

 

[dries1]

It might help when viewing near zenith at night, or significantly above the horizon, but that is about it IMO.

Andy W.

 

[dwatsonbirder]

Good lord, where and when was this taken?
Even an Ivory Billed Woodpecker could not draw that crowd here in the US.

Black billed cuckoo, St Mary's IOS in the 1980's.

 

[etudiant]

Black billed cuckoo, St Mary's IOS in the 1980's.

Very impressive!
Especially as all these people had to take a boat or a plane to get there. Helps explain why the UK is still the world's leading birding community.

 

[dries1]

The cost for the support is about the same for a tripod mount for an SLC, I suppose if one gets the 12X42 they could try it before actually making a purchase.

Andy W.