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Thanks very much for an interesting video, especially showing the different sizes, which as you say is very important I went to your web site to find out more and found it difficult to compare the different compact binos by size, so i had to go back to your video see the different sizes, which took a fair bit of time. It would have been very useful if, at the end your video, you lined up the binos from the largest to ths smallest and named each one. Perhaps you could do that on your web site to help buyers like me choose by size as well as by make, quality and cost etcetera. Thanks in anticipation Tony Burch

I always had trouble hand-holding anything over 8x, until I got my NL Pures in 12x42. The ergonomics of these binoculars just seems to make them hold steadier. Would love to try the 14x52's!

75th year. The price drop was because they had excessive stock. Nothing to do with an Anniversary, but clever marketing

Hi, this is a great video on how one can utilise thermal for birdwatching. Between FQ25 and FQ35, what should be the considerations for bird watching beyond pricing ? Thank you.

i hope 14 x 52 is the jewel in crown as in my shopping cart

Yes, they are steady enough hand-held, (depending on the individual of course), without the essential need for a tripod. For prolonged use I recommend the FRP Forehead Rest for the 14x52, although not essential to enjoy the results in detail. With a tripod, you have the ultimate in relaxed viewing, next only perhaps to the BTX. The NL Pure 14x52 is simply stunning.

So can a x14 binocular be steady enough if just handheld? Or do they need to be mounted on a tri-pod?

If have to choose one : the Swarovski 10x25 or the Leica ultravid 10x25? Which one you would take at home? ( my feeling/ believing is that the Leica has better contrast and better colors but a slightly narower field of view.? ) thanks for the tip!!

Can the Bino Guard Pro be used when the Forehead rest is attached?

Amazing love the steering wheel analogy...

75th year, in fact.

I need to know if the 14's are hand holdable for wildlife viewing.

where Can I buy it for my atx 115mm?

What is the other " side of the business ".....

Wich are better for bird viewing and wildlife in the woods. Victory Pocket 8x25 or Swarovski Curio 7x 21?

Super interesting!

Don’t understand firms making instruments this expensive without image stabilisation. It would only put the price up a few hundred quid or less and be a genuine improvement.

全新的 LEICA 8x50bn可以找到货吗

Very tempting! I'd go for the big Brother of course.

I wind my Opticron Oregon 8x42’s to get rid of the black spots, and have done the same thing with the much more expensive binoculars I’ve tried. The Oregons have 22mm of eye relief and can quickly be brought up my eyes to view birds. I suspected that extending the eyecups all the way out reduced the field of view, which was very noticeable with the extended eyes installed on the Zeiss Conquest 8x32’s I purchased and ended up returning. I appreciate your confirmation of the loss of FOV with eyecup extension and will try turning down the eyecups halfway to see if there is a noticeable difference in FOV. Cheers!

discontinued? rumours of the 50mm NL pure must be true

When adjusting the diopter, how far should the distance be from you and the object you’re focusing on? Cheers from across the pond.

Another popping and eye stopping review Russ.

Bought cl curio 2 years ago and chose between those and cl pocket 8x25... Not sure what was better in the end... nothing against the other top brands, but I just have not tested them... Curios work good for me an I wear glasses. I have also scl 8x42 that are bright as hell, but the curios I use on walks and city vacations. I do recommend them.. Next investment for me woul be a scope for birding... Any recommendations?

Excellent video Russell, it inspired me to order them from SW Optics.

I've been doing this and thought I was cheating somehow :)

Love your videos mate. Just remember to flip the camera because we are seeing everything reversed

That was a blinding tip, thanks for that will give it a go! cheers

I looked through a pair of these yesterday- unbelievable view, and a very easy to look through bin. Now very much on my wish list! Great info and video - thanks

Great info Russ - I started doing this about 6 years ago with my then binoculars Zeiss 8x32 FL - never looked back

I had these for a while, I did really enjoy the view when used on a tripod which is how their optimum performance was revealed, the view was astonishing! A bit big and heavy I feel for an every day binocular especially if one is carrying a lot of camera gear too!

I am currently in doubt between the EL 10x50 and the NL pure 10x42. The NL's cost around 800 euro more than the EL's. Do you feel like the difference in price is worth the upgrade?

I have the victory 10x25, have had them for a few years. I was using them lastnight in countryside looking around as I was doing some wildlife photography. They impress me every single time I've ever used them. The field of view which I believe is class leading and quality of the image is outstanding. One day I will upgrade to top of the line Alphas too.

Don’t forget the Swarovski SLC 15x56. Light gathering is unparalleled and long range viewing is impressive. I carry mine everywhere. Lighter thsn a spotting scope snd tripod

I think it would be interesting to compare this scope with the others in the Swarovski range to see how they compare. Down the scope views would be useful in that regard as "Sharp" and "Fantastic quality" is relative.

Simple, brief, actionable info. Excellent review! One thing to add, and I know this because I make my living servicing binoculars for one of the manufacturers mentioned: reviews are helpful, but checking out the very optic you want to buy in person will always be useful. I can't speak for everyone, but our products are built to exacting specifications, and we as the manufacturer will make damn sure they fulfill those standards before we put them in the box. With all the high-end manufacturers you can be certain that you get the performance figures we publish, but what we publish is the minimum performance you can expect. Compare a number of units of the same model, and you may well find one where the stars aligned and the gods of light gave their blessing, and it performs significantly BETTER than the spec. Okay, a second thing: if you buy one of our admittedly pricey binos or other products and you feel like you don't completely understand it, or something - anything - seems amiss, please call or message our Customer Service! Part of what you paid for is real, knowledgeable people on the phone that you can talk to. We will be happy to help you get the most out of your optic!

Older than me

The Trinovid 8x42 HD is my favorite. Excellent optics and very nice to hold in your hands. I absolutely love it.

Nice and beautiful video

I recently purchased the Opticron Oregon 8x42 binoculars and am impressed with the build quality, clarity and brightness. The only negative is a slight bit of glare when viewing close to the direction the sun is shining from. They are definitely a bargain for under $200 here in the states. I was willing to spend 1k but will use these until I decide if bird watching is for me. Cheers from across the pond!

The Conquest seems sharper because it’s more neutral , closer to the blue area where as the Leica is more towards the yellow spectrum. The Leica’s has a richer more saturated color image. The Leica makes colors pop more. But both are on the same optical level in the same price point, give or take a few dollars. The Leica also feels more refined in the hands, it’s Leica build quality. The Zeiss adjustable eye cups are atrocious and clunky for a binocular in this price range.

can you please do a comprison with the swarovski cl companion 10x30 vs the zeiss eiss SFL 10x30? i am thinking of getting one of these 2.

Like to have one!

How are the prices of the gadgets?

What's the address?? Which city? Country??

Do you have a pre-owned 100 mm fluride glass spotting scope??

I have the straight through version. Great for in a car, hide and especially safari.

Just picked up some swaro 7x21, prob buy something more serious when i cross that road. I have a zeiss victory prf 8x26 rangefinder monocular, but too big for EDC

Which glass is the best in terms of Resolution and picturequality

How do the Opticron Aurora and Veranos compare to the Zeiss Conquest HD and Leica Trinovid 8x42 and 8x32 binoculars? These Opticrons have received positive reviews on the birding forum but only a handful of online retailers carry them here in the states. Cheers!