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Cornell Lab of Ornithology sings praise for Leupold and Nikon for design and clear image of their binoculars.
Affordable Quality
Perhaps the most pleasant surprise in this review was the high quality and usability found among binoculars in the $200 to $500 range. Top-rated among the 27 models in this category was the Leupold Wind River 6×32 Katmai, which has a bright clear image, compact and eyeglass-friendly design, wide field of view, and an exceptionally close focus. Although their low power will limit the usefulness of these binoculars for many types of birding, they are excellent for butterfly watching and would be great to keep by the window for close-up viewing of your backyard feeder birds. Unfortunately, the similar 8×32 model (at least the pair we tested) would not focus as crisply and had a flimsier overall feel. Close behind the tiny Leupolds was the Nikon Monarch 8×42, clearly the top-rated of any mid-priced, full-power birding binoculars. These lightweight, waterproof, and very comfortable binoculars focus down to 6 feet (they were given the name “Monarch†to attract butterfly watchers) and offer an image and feel that surpasses many models costing two or three times more. Only in a direct comparison with the top-priced binoculars could our reviewers discern the narrower, slightly duller image, which was not quite sharp at the edges. But with a street price well under $300, the Monarchs are a steal.
April 3rd, 2008 at 3:01 am
Affordable Quality 842 Nikon Binoculars | Hunting Optics…
Perhaps the most pleasant surprise in this review was the high quality and usability found among binoculars in the $200 to $500 range. Top-rated among the 27 models in this category was the Leupold Wind River 632 Katmai, which has a bright clear image,…
April 3rd, 2008 at 3:02 am
Affordable Quality 8×42 Nikon Binoculars…
Perhaps the most pleasant surprise in this review was the high quality and usability found among binoculars in the $200 to $500 range. Top-rated among the 27 models in this category was the Leupold Wind River 6×32 Katmai, which has a bright clear imag…
May 9th, 2008 at 2:41 am
Affordable Quality 8×42 Nikon Binoculars | Hunting Optics…
The tips on this site are really useful! I go hiking a lot, and I’ve been trying to find the right pair of binoculars to bring along. The reviews on this website helped me to narrow down my choices….
May 9th, 2008 at 2:41 am
Affordable Quality 8×42 Nikon Binoculars | Hunting Optics…
The tips on this site are really useful! I go hiking a lot, and I’ve been trying to find the right pair of binoculars to bring along. The reviews on this website helped me to narrow down my choices….
May 9th, 2008 at 2:42 am
Affordable Quality 842 Nikon Binoculars | Hunting Optics…
The tips on this site are really useful! I go hiking a lot, and Ive been trying to find the right pair of binoculars to bring along. The reviews on this website helped me to narrow down my choices….