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The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars
Well, that is considerably cheaper than I found it (including the cashback). In the end, I paid around CHF 1300. But I agree that it is a great tool if size/weight are important. -
The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars
It's all a matter of priorities. Water resistance, weight, minimum focus, eye relief suitable for glasses are among those I weigh high, and porros usually do poorly. -
The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars
That should be corrected from SF to SFL -
The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars
You made a fine comparative analysis for yourself, and you were then kind enough to let us benefit as well from your insights. Thanks a lot! -
The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars
That term is what we normally also use in Switzerland's German speaking area as a dialect word. -
The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars
Binocular simply means just that, an optic tool with two oculars. thus, most modern microscopes are binoculars as well. Same for binocular magnifying glasses. We use the Swiss german term Binok (i pronounced as a short e) for them. Bi for two and ok for oculars. the n in-between is more a... -
The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars
Yep, it's corrected now. Sorry- -
The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars
You "forgot" the minimum close focus 1.5 vs almost 3 meters. For insects and flowers that is often a major decisive element. Not so much for "pure" birding. -
The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars
At least for the moment, I do have larger models (x42) as well. Whether I'm going to keep them in the long run is open. But I foresee their main use around the house now with the SFL probably being predominantly used for trips and hikes. -
The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars
The 30mm comes with such a considerable weight saving and still provides an excellent view that this version is like the proverbial "offer you can't refuse". Even my wife whom I knew she wanted a 10x version opted for the 30mm. The weight reduction was what impressed her sufficiently. Of course... -
The Zeiss SFL 8x30 compared with select current 8x30/8x32 roof binoculars
My left hand fingers remain on the left barrel, As mentioned in my post #1 here ( SFL30 comments and experiences), the focusing is done by joint use of my index and middle fingers of the right hand.