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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Gilmore Girl" data-source="post: 3905813" data-attributes="member: 106744">Hi Yarrellii,Thanks for the thorough review.  It's very helpful since I'm in the process of choosing a small, lightweight binocular and the new CL b is a consideration.  However, I already have the original CL 8x30 and I really enjoy using it.  I've decided to keep my current CL and will have it as backup to whatever new binocular I eventually buy.     The previous model CL also has some CA even in the central view at times.  It's not bothersome to me, as I find it subtle and minor.  The focus on the new CL b seemed stiff when I tried it at the store a few weeks ago, but seemed precise.  I agree it's slow , but it's also slow on the old CL.  I think both the old and new CL's have excellent ergonomic feel and possibly the best I've experienced with any binocular.I didn't think the CL b felt heavy.  It felt very noticeably lighter than the EL 8x32 which was there in the store as well.   I had the EL on my short list, but like you I'm also thinking it's a bit big and heavy for 32mm, so I'm not too sure.  I think I would like to keep my new binocular under 20 ounces. Yes, the CL b is a bit blingy, but I thought it looked worse in product photos and a little better when I finally saw it in person at the store.  I do find the old CL more attractive than the new design. I want to try the Ultravid HD+ 8x32 first and I'm hoping it works with my eyeglasses.  That's the bino I really want.   If not, then I may go with FL 8x32, but I would like to give the CL b 8x30 another try too.  I barely had any time with it last time.</blockquote>

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