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    ADVICE: 1.4x TC with 70-200 f2.8 Versus 400 5.6?

    I already own the excellent Canon 70-200 f2.8L IS (Mk1) and the secondhand Kenko 1.4x Pro 300 DG will be with me in a few days. I've also now got the option of picking-up a mint Tokina 400mm f5.6 AT-X SD AF, hopefully at a good price if I decide to go that route. My camera bodies are the 5DMk2...
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    Best kids' binoculars (UK)

    My oldest is about to turn 5 yrs. Auntie wants to buy him bins. £30 max budget. Any suggestions much appreciated :-)
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    New to Coventry

    Hi I've just relocated here from down Berkshire. I would love to watch some hobbies and swallows as near to me as possible but if I have to travel and it is worth it then I'm happy to do so. I have already watched the local peregrines from a nearby steeple - priceless. Any tips and pointers...
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    Nikon Vs Hawke Vs Opticron

    I recently bought the Nikon Monarch 8x42 Mk 3. I bought and tried the Hawke Frontier ED Mk 1 8x43 and they beat the Nikon's hands-down in terms of FOV (very impressive), sharpness and contrast. However they malfunctioned after 1hr of use with left barrel no longer focussing so returned them for...
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    Anyone tried Helios Fieldmaster ED60?

    I know it is apparently the UK incarnation of the Theron Saker but wanted to know if anyone has actually tried it. Also how would I go about digi-scoping with a 5DMk2 attached to this scope? Never owned or used a scope.
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    Walsall Peregrines

    (Viewed them for first time y'day. Will probably do so every 2-3 months as in-laws live near Walsall and we visit) > 3 December '11 - 13:00-17:00 > 9º, some cloud, otherwise bright > Walsall Bell Tower & Tameway Tower & surrounding nearby minor roads - Pair preening in sun. Seemed...
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    Monarch 3 (7540) 8x42 User Reviews?

    Just wondering if anyone has tried them out yet in the field? I have Monarch ATB/DCF Mk3 8x42's (7294) and although I expect optical differences to be minimal I would still be interested in hearing about them, as well as any other differences. I could theoretically return my bins via Amazon...
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    Bins for 4yr old

    He keeps wanting to try mine! Would love for him to enjoy observing nature. So nothing cheap and nasty. Which should I get?
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    Nikon: I am very confused!

    So what are the key differences between: Monarch Mk 3 Monarch 3 ProStaff 7 I know the new Monarch 3 will replace the the Monarch Mk 3 but can't understand how the new ProStaff 7 fits-in. I also know that Nikon are in a transition phase where product lines are being aesthetically aligned. But...
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    Peregrines in Berkshire

    Are they still to be seen in Bracknell Town Centre? Or do they wander off elsewhere this time of year? Any to be seen in Woking? I hear they used to nest in the BAT building. Anywhere else at this time of year in Berks, or very close to Berks? I've always wanted to go look for some but only...
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