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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    Quote Originally Posted by Bustercluck View Post
    What magnification binos are you guys running in the mountains? My wife wants to get me some binos for my birthday. I have a decent spotter if I have to take a closer look at something so these will be just for quick looks and covering big areas.

    Ive looked through some Leupold bx4 10x42 before and I think I’d go with those from anything else I’ve looked through in that price range. I’m just wondering if there’s any value in going 8x32 or 10x32 12x50.
    I have 2 Carl Zeiss, one is a 7X40 built bulletproof, rubber armored, the East German border guards used the same, very cler and sharp, has a slight yellow tinge.
    The other is an 8X32 Carl Zeiss Notarem, light and pretty clear, not a low light binocular, but I'm happy with both.
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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    Quote Originally Posted by longrifle View Post
    I've run a set of 8.5x42's for almost twenty years...Best compromise between field of view and magnification, plus they allow more light in then a 10x bino.


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    ^^^^This right here. I run 10X42s because that was what was available in the model I wanted at the time. Can't go wrong with either really, but I think Longrifle is bang on with his statement. I have an 8X32 truck bino that I use when walking the dogs and just general poking around. Compact and light, I really like them but as a main binocular they will leave you wanting in low light (10X32 even more so ). 50mm, too large and heavy for my taste.

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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    8.5 x 42.
    period
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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    Everyone has their favorites and good suggestions but I feel you need to try a few magnifications out and find which works best for you.

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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    There's a lot of right answers to this question. I have a set each of 8x32s and 10x42s. I really like the lightness of the 8x32s and the magnification of the 10x42s. If you tried to combine the two the light gathering would be inadequate, it's always a compromise. You can hardly go wrong with a good binocular in that range though.

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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    Clarity beats magnification . As magnification goes up the the cost to achieve the same level of clarity goes up as well. A $500 8x had the same clarity as a $1000 10x. There was a birding site, I think it was called Better View . It had the best and most reliable reviews. Good glass costs, even made in China.

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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    I like the 10x50 I find the 12x50 shake too much.

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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    Twelve years ago, I treated myself with high quality binos (Leica Geovid). I had a chance to try bot the 8x and 10x side by side.

    I was just more comfortable with the 8x. Ans so far, I regret nothing.

    Try them to compare, if you have that option.

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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    Go with the 10's Cliffy. The 10X42 are just right and cover a lot of situations. You'll appreciate having that extra power if you need it. You should have no problem holding them steady freehand (just practice a bit). Leupold (pronounced Loopold, not Leahpold) are the best bang for the buck in that price range imo. Good luck
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    Re: Best magnification binos?

    Quote Originally Posted by J-F View Post
    Twelve years ago, I treated myself with high quality binos (Leica Geovid). I had a chance to try bot the 8x and 10x side by side.

    I was just more comfortable with the 8x. Ans so far, I regret nothing.

    Try them to compare, if you have that option.
    I did the same comparing Zeiss Victory (8x42 and 10x42) and Swaro (8.5x42 and 10x42). I settled on the Zeiss as they suited my eyes better, but with both brands the 8 power was best for me. My hunting partner prefers 10X. It is definitely a matter of preference so compare brands and power to determine which is best for you.

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