Newby here
I am looking to get a pair of binoculars to supplement/aid my photography
Because of the amount of photographic gear i carry the binoculars would not be full size, weighty types, rather something lighter
Going for 8x (if i need more that 8x will be looking at next gen stabilised)
I wears specs so eye relief is important
Close focus (for butterflies and dragonflies) more than welcome
Price? May have stretched to Swaro at £1395 (but on Interest Free) otherwise best quality/value
Going backwards and forwards between:
Nikon Monarch 7 8x42 (no flare issues & better fit for spec wearers, relatively cheap)
Nikon Monarch HG 8x30 (more flare, more finicky eye placement but light)
Nikon Monarch HG 8x42 (less flare, better fit for spec wearers, heavier)
Then read an article here (Gilmore Girl) who was blown away by the:
Swarovski 8x32 EL
but after checking I concluded that flare was reported, but better eye relief than HG 8x30, but very expensive
Getting to the point,
I emailed Swarovski with the following question:
I am a potential Swarovski customer (Swarovski EL W B 8x32)
In my research for this product I have come up with some disturbing comments regarding the flare resistance of this model
Not effecting the 10x model these criticisms are quite numerous eg Birdforum, Allbinos and You tube
Perhaps you could advise if this issue has been addressed or is a known (to you) issue with these binoculars
In my inbox today:
Thank you for your email. The answer is “Yes” we are aware of this issue, after hearing about it, we did check it out, and yes, there is some extra internal flare when you are looking into the sun at a REALLY abnormal angle. Honestly, it’s something that is searched for and not completely obvious through normal usage. The product has been in our current line for almost 8 years with very little complaint about this issue. I want to be clear that we aren’t trying to be dismissive as there is obviously enough concern and to warrant comment on a forum, I just don’t think it’s an issue that could be easily remedied due to the engineering of the product. If you have any further questions or concerns I’ll be happy to address them for you.
I am looking to get a pair of binoculars to supplement/aid my photography
Because of the amount of photographic gear i carry the binoculars would not be full size, weighty types, rather something lighter
Going for 8x (if i need more that 8x will be looking at next gen stabilised)
I wears specs so eye relief is important
Close focus (for butterflies and dragonflies) more than welcome
Price? May have stretched to Swaro at £1395 (but on Interest Free) otherwise best quality/value
Going backwards and forwards between:
Nikon Monarch 7 8x42 (no flare issues & better fit for spec wearers, relatively cheap)
Nikon Monarch HG 8x30 (more flare, more finicky eye placement but light)
Nikon Monarch HG 8x42 (less flare, better fit for spec wearers, heavier)
Then read an article here (Gilmore Girl) who was blown away by the:
Swarovski 8x32 EL
but after checking I concluded that flare was reported, but better eye relief than HG 8x30, but very expensive
Getting to the point,
I emailed Swarovski with the following question:
I am a potential Swarovski customer (Swarovski EL W B 8x32)
In my research for this product I have come up with some disturbing comments regarding the flare resistance of this model
Not effecting the 10x model these criticisms are quite numerous eg Birdforum, Allbinos and You tube
Perhaps you could advise if this issue has been addressed or is a known (to you) issue with these binoculars
In my inbox today:
Thank you for your email. The answer is “Yes” we are aware of this issue, after hearing about it, we did check it out, and yes, there is some extra internal flare when you are looking into the sun at a REALLY abnormal angle. Honestly, it’s something that is searched for and not completely obvious through normal usage. The product has been in our current line for almost 8 years with very little complaint about this issue. I want to be clear that we aren’t trying to be dismissive as there is obviously enough concern and to warrant comment on a forum, I just don’t think it’s an issue that could be easily remedied due to the engineering of the product. If you have any further questions or concerns I’ll be happy to address them for you.