leica binoculars

[coldbuc69]

looking for some input on leica binoculars comparded to the swarovski binoculars.
I was looking to buy the new 12x50 ultravid HD binoculars and was wondering if any one has had compared leica and swarovski binoculars as far as clairity and low light viewing.

[Gateholio]

comparing my Ultravid 10X to Swaro 10X there is a barely noticeable advantage in low light with the Swaros- But to my eye, the Leicas appear clearer...

[Fisher-Dude]

But to my eye, the Leicas appear clearer...


http://usera.imagecave.com/chef/Photo36.jpg



I haven't compared the two side-by-side, but I can say my Leica 10x42 Trinovids are awesome glass. But so is my Swaro 65HD spotter. I don't think you'll regret purchasing either of the two brands.

[Sitkaspruce]

Coldbuc69

Not to hijack your post, but have you looked at the new Leupold HD's?

I purchased a pair after researching bino's for a year and half and to me they were the best, at least to my eyes. I have used or compared them to Leica, Swarvo, Minox HG, Vortex Razors and numerous "cheaper" brands and they fit and worked the best for me. The other great thing is that Cabelas has them on sale at $600 off. I did a review of them on here, just do a search.

Leica has also gone to a 10 year warranty for all new bino's, so make sure that you get the old ones with the lifetime, non-transferrable warranty.

Here is the link to that info
http://24hourcampfire.com/ubbthreads/ubbthreads.php/ubb/showflat/Number/1899310/page/0/fpart/1

What ever you choose, make sure they are the "ones" for you.

Buy bino's is like buying a car or truck, have fun.

[Kechika]

When I made my purchase I chose the Leica's over the Swaro's.Just seemed a little crisper.That being said when it came time to purchase my spotter the Swaro H.D put the Leica out to pasture,no comparison in my eyes.JMO

[bcboy]

http://usera.imagecave.com/chef/Photo36.jpg

Oh my god is that there one of dem samsquatch!!! I thought it was a myth...


I haven't compared the two side-by-side, but I can say my Leica 10x42 Trinovids are awesome glass. But so is my Swaro 65HD spotter. I don't think you'll regret purchasing either of the two brands.

Sorry but that is too funny

[hitch]

Go for the Leica Geovids! :twisted:

[Spitzer]

If you want binoculars that are sharper and brighter get the Zeiss FL's.

http://www.24hourcampfire.com/8x42.html

http://www.birds.cornell.edu/Publications/LivingBird/Winter2005/Age_Binos.html

http://betterviewdesired.com/Zeiss-Victory-8x42-TFL-Binocular.php