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Is the 15x50 IS worth it if you already have a 12x36 IS?
@exup Thanks a lot! I've read quite a few threads about the 15x50/12x36 over in CN, but this one is so recent that I still hadn't read it. Thank you :) -
Is the 15x50 IS worth it if you already have a 12x36 IS?
@exup This is much appreciated. I'm going to download them and compare the sizes, thank you much. As for the Verano, it's a binocular I'm really curious about. I've been enjoying the Traveller ED 8x32 for over 3 years now and I'm beyond pleased. I've looked at the Verano 8x32 in the Opticron... -
Is the 15x50 IS worth it if you already have a 12x36 IS?
@exup Oh, thank you so much. That is really very kind of you. So you have all three! Wow. One thing I would be grateful to hear is for what purpose you use each one, or maybe a purchase timeline, as to what made you choose each one. Regarding the weather, well, I live in south(east) Spain and I... -
Is the 15x50 IS worth it if you already have a 12x36 IS?
@exup Wow, thanks, I completely forgot that thread. That pictures you posted are insane... at first I thought the buzzard was perched on the big green tree in the centre of the image, until I realised it was actually on the tiny tree at the back :eek: When I tested the 15x50 I brought along my... -
Is the 15x50 IS worth it if you already have a 12x36 IS?
@exup Also very interesting point. I was quite impressed when I did a handheld comparison between the Swarovski EL 8x32 and the Canon IS 8x20... the Canon simply showed more detail, that was amazing. So, contrary to popular belief, even at 8x the use of IS binoculars can improve detail... -
Is the 15x50 IS worth it if you already have a 12x36 IS?
@has530 Well, that's really interesting. I never thought of looking at magnification gains as a fraction. I don't know if there's a thread here (or a theory) looking at it this way, but it's kind of intriguing and at the same time enlightening, so I'd be really happy to read more about this... -
Is the 15x50 IS worth it if you already have a 12x36 IS?
@edwincjones I've never used a Fujnon IS. If I may ask you: How would you describe the view and the "feel of use" compared to Canon? Thanks! I've read the Allbinos review for both the Canon ISIII 12x36 and the Fujinon Technostabi TS-X 14x40, and while the transmission figure on the Fuji was... -
Is the 15x50 IS worth it if you already have a 12x36 IS?
@exup Thanks for the info, I wasn't aware of that. As a matter of fact, I'm not particularly worried about the country of origin of binoculars. I've had good and bad experiences from different brands (from top ones to more humble ones) at different price points, so my take nowadays is that, as... -
Is the 15x50 IS worth it if you already have a 12x36 IS?
@Patudo This is an interesting topic. I've bought a lot of binoculars over the last 5 years or so, and the vast majority have been 2nd hand. And there's always a risk, I think it's self deceiving to think otherwise. However, you have a certain reassurance that a good brand with a proven record... -
Is the 15x50 IS worth it if you already have a 12x36 IS?
@has530 That would be really helpful, it's very kind of you, thank you! As a matter of fact, I went and tried the 15x50 I intended to buy. The outer paint had gone "sticky/mushy" so the owner had washed it off. I felt the 15x50 were really well made, and the IS worked well, maybe a little... -
Is the 15x50 IS worth it if you already have a 12x36 IS?
@JOC1 This is great, it does help indeed! Much appreciated. This is the sort of first hand experience I'm looking for in order to get more insights. If I may ask you, is the 15x50 your only binoculars or do you use another lower mag one as a complement? Thanks again. -
Is the 15x50 IS worth it if you already have a 12x36 IS?
Well, as the title says, I'm contemplating getting a high-powered IS. I already have, and enjoy, the 12x36 ISIII, which I can use as my main birding binoculars for weeks non-stop without missing much. Only when I have a special need, like trekking, or faul weather (we don't get a lot of that...