Hi statestat,
I have a Steiner Merlin 8X32, a Safari 8X22, and two Safari 8X30s (w/IF).
The Merlins are wonderful birding bins. The little 8X22s are OK pocket bins. The two Safari 8X30s are for set range/distant viewing of wildlife etc.
I am not entirely happy with the 8X22s as they seem a little less sharp than I would like. That is why I asked about the Wildlife 8.5X26s. I cannot afford Leica, Zeiss, or Swor's so I'm looking for pocket bins that are very sharp, bright, and clear, knowing their size is limiting these wants.
Do you know of any other pocket bins you could recommend?