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    The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars

    No comparison with the NL 8x32? Or did I miss it?
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    The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars

    I think the Dutch worth "verrekijker" is even better chosen: far-watcher ;)
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    The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars

    Yes, it is quite large and heavy. Even heavier than Swarovski states.
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    The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars

    The format 8x30 is hugely popular as far as I can see on this forum. There must be a reason for it and I think it's the weight. And birdwatchers don't mind a smaller exit pupil that much. But I bet most of the people who are in for the 8x30 have a second bin with a larger diameter as well...
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    The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars

    I think I agree with you. For me, the SFL 40 attracs me more than the SFL 30, because 600-700 gr is light enough and give you a certain grip/stability especially for a 10 power. However, if bird watching isn't your main activity, heaving just 500 gr on your neck is not bad either. I think it is...
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    The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars

    Thanks for the explanation! Than Swarovksi is doing a great job with the NL Pure 32? Huge AFOV, quite large eye relief and large ocular's eye lens. If I understand it correctly, the NL Pure must have a large lens diameter because of the huge AFOV and the large eye relief? The AFOV of the NL...
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    The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars

    Which makes me wonder. Is there an advantage in a bigger ocular lens diameter? Maybe a more forgiving eyebox?
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