I always care of my binocular.)I have both (actually Celestron Ultima 8x32 same as Adventurer), they are not easy to compare as it really depends on what you are after?
The SV202 is a roof and is more likely to stand up to more rough treatment (its a solid build too).
The Adventure is a porro with a wider FoV, but I would be wary of getting as an 'only' bin that you might want to throw in a bag, on the floor of the car etc.
IMHO the SV202 does have a slightly more relaxed eyebox .... i.e. a little bit more forgiving for eye position/IPD adjustment, which makes it easier to use.
For me, they are similar if glasses are needed i.e. eye relief (this is dependant on each individual's facial features).
In reality, both these are good bins, it is down to preferences, which you might not yet know! If you don't, then the SV202 is probably a safer bet.
Optically .... about the same, I would say.I always care of my binocular.)
For me the optical performance is the most important thing, which binocular optical performance is better?
Good point, but they might outlast a newer Rangerover. l advised a a former coworker that he would regret trading his Wrangler LJ in for a Rangerover, and unfortunately he ended up kicking himself many times afterwards.Would a Chevy Vega, Chevette or Ford Pinto out last an old landrover?
"Seems too good to be true..."Anyone know anything about the Svbony SA205? It has field flatteners. Seems like too good to be true made in PRC binoculars. I’m wondering if cheaper binoculars will guarantee headaches after extended use. Happy New year!
Our family grew up with a 9 passenger Land rover, just attached aluminum with rivets to damaged panels. (it was the only vehicle that did not rust in the tropical humid environment) When the original engine failed, a small block v8 was installed.Good point, but they might outlast a newer Rangerover. l advised a a former coworker that he would regret trading his Wrangler LJ in for a Rangerover, and unfortunately he ended up kicking himself many times afterwards.
We had a Jeep Wagoneer that IOur family grew up with a 9 passenger Land rover, just attached aluminum with rivets to damaged panels. (it was the only vehicle that did not rust in the tropical humid environment) When the original engine failed, a small block v8 was installed.
I do not know enough about the rangerover, just that it is much more expensive than I want to spend on a vehicle.
I can relate to that. We had an old Jeep Wagoneer that I had to rivet sheet metal to replace the rusted out floorboards. It was a great 4x4, and I wish I hadn’t sold it.Our family grew up with a 9 passenger Land rover, just attached aluminum with rivets to damaged panels. (it was the only vehicle that did not rust in the tropical humid environment) When the original engine failed, a small block v8 was installed.
I do not know enough about the rangerover, just that it is much more expensive than I want to spend on a vehicle.
The Svbony Sv202’s have gotten some pretty positive comments and might be worth trying. Cheers!"Seems too good to be true..."
The SV202s are the only bins I know of anywhere near this price point that have magnesium body, phase coated prisms and dielectric reflective coatings, ED glass.....and .... the corresponding optics performance associated with this spec.
Most other bins are plastic body, plastic focus wheel, with silver reflectives ..... If lucky.... coupled with less good optical performance.
Regarding the FF SA305s ..... The only FF bins near this price that I am aware of are Celestron Regals (typically~£350) and Meade Masterclass Pros ( could be an Oberwerk Sport, but these are not available in the UK).
These new SA305s could be another standout bin ..... !
The SV202 8x42 is an excellent value and I can recommend it. I bought a pair last October and they are better than my Bushnell Custom 7x35 bins (which have been my standard for optical quality). They have better contrast, they're a bit sharper, and have a slightly wider field of view than my Customs. I suspect the Svbony SA205 8x42 ED Flat-field binos are even better.SV202 seems slightly more robust, Opticron has wider FoV. I prefer the Opticron. But I think you should consider the 8x42 version of the SV202 which seems to be the best of the bunch (8x32, 10x50, and 8x42) but I haven't tried it myself.