My NL 8x42's came in today from Swarovski, and they ship on Tuesday, so I should have them by Thursday.
I think a good case for the NL 8x42 would be the ZEISS Case for the Conquest HD 42. I use this case on all my binoculars. I have one ready for the NL. If you don't like the Swarovski strap a good replacement is the Vero Vellini Slip-Proof Binocular Strap.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0018IQQA6/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
https://www.amazon.com/Vero-Vellini...ni+binocular+strap&qid=1599328410&sr=8-2&th=1
I received my NL 8x42 today. You can't compare the directly to the EL SV 8.5x42 because of the difference in magnification, but yes, the field of view is wider and razor sharp, and the ergonomics outstanding, even if the tubes look a little weird. The EL SV feels like a dinosaur in comparison
My only caveats would be
- the shoulder strap which has these annoying dangly bits, and the Fieldpro attachment takes some getting used to.
- yes, there is a noticeable seam in the armor.
- the diopter adjustment is too easy to knock off the zero point, there is no detent
Yes, the case is an overblown monstrosity, but I can say the same of every single OEM case other than the old Leica Ultravid BL molded hard leather case
Got my 8x42 today. Count me as more perplexed than pleased at this point. I won't have much time for evaluation over the next few days, then it may take another few to figure out why this binocular behaves as it does.
Henry
Is the focus slower than the el- sv?
I have tried the Vortex cases and I found them a little lower in quality. The material doesn't seem as thick or as quality and the overall case didn't quite seem as good as the Zeiss.Another case alternative is the one from Vortex. If you take the labels off of the Vortex and the Zeiss shown above, they are indistinguishable. It would not surprise me in the least if the two companies sourced them from the same manufacturer. I have found that the Vortex is easier to find, and cheaper too.
Got my 8x42 today. Count me as more perplexed than pleased at this point. I won't have much time for evaluation over the next few days, then it may take another few to figure out why this binocular behaves as it does.
Looking forward to your report on your new 8x42–if you keep it, I get first dibs on your armored 8x30 SLC that you had Jan make up for you!(if you still have it).
I received my NL 8x42 today. You can't compare the directly to the EL SV 8.5x42 because of the difference in magnification, but yes, the field of view is wider and razor sharp, and the ergonomics outstanding, even if the tubes look a little weird. The EL SV feels like a dinosaur in comparison
My only caveats would be
- the shoulder strap which has these annoying dangly bits, and the Fieldpro attachment takes some getting used to.
- yes, there is a noticeable seam in the armor.
- the diopter adjustment is too easy to knock off the zero point, there is no detent
Yes, the case is an overblown monstrosity, but I can say the same of every single OEM case other than the old Leica Ultravid BL molded hard leather case
"The EL SV feels like a dinosaur in comparison". I am wondering if you have much experience with binoculars at all.
The word dinosaur is powerful.
Jerry
"The EL SV feels like a dinosaur in comparison". I am wondering if you have much experience with binoculars at all.
The word dinosaur is powerful.
Jerry
"The EL SV feels like a dinosaur in comparison". I am wondering if you have much experience with binoculars at all.
The word dinosaur is powerful.
Jerry
I wonder if the seam in the armour has to do with the radical design of the optical tubes. It could be that it has to have a seam to fit the armour tightly around the tubes.I received my NL 8x42 today. You can't compare the directly to the EL SV 8.5x42 because of the difference in magnification, but yes, the field of view is wider and razor sharp, and the ergonomics outstanding, even if the tubes look a little weird. The EL SV feels like a dinosaur in comparison
My only caveats would be
- the shoulder strap which has these annoying dangly bits, and the Fieldpro attachment takes some getting used to.
- yes, there is a noticeable seam in the armor.
- the diopter adjustment is too easy to knock off the zero point, there is no detent
Yes, the case is an overblown monstrosity, but I can say the same of every single OEM case other than the old Leica Ultravid BL molded hard leather case
I have commented on the seams of the armor in a previous post, and several people (Jan, Arek etc.) were bothered by it. It's surprising that Swaro could not fix such an issue.I wonder if the seam in the armour has to do with the radical design of the optical tubes. It could be that it has to have a seam to fit the armour tightly around the tubes.
That sounds a bit worrisome to me, can you please detail just a bit. Of course take your time for the full review, which I am looking forward to.Got my 8x42 today. Count me as more perplexed than pleased at this point. I won't have much time for evaluation over the next few days, then it may take another few to figure out why this binocular behaves as it does.
Henry
I have both cases, and I agree that Vortex case is a little lower quality but only a little. I am using it for my SF 10x42 and it's perfect.I have tried the Vortex cases and I found them a little lower in quality. The material doesn't seem as thick or as quality and the overall case didn't quite seem as good as the Zeiss.
Unless you have a pair of the NLs that you've not posted about, he empirically has more experience than you do. Tact as well.
It will be a while until there is a general consensus about the NL, I enjoy reading users impressions they have value, lets not put those lucky owners off sharing their thoughts with needless sniping.
Chasing rainbows.