Do I need to worry about CA on the Noctivid? I think I am sensitive to this phenomenon--I've noticed it on multiple binoculars, although nothing so high-end as the Noctivids. I like the philosophy of these binoculars a lot. Classic, photographic image without distortion, high contrast, good low light performance... But I have some concerns that I will get them and be disappointed when I see green and magenta fringes on a backlit seabird.
I've looked through them in unchallenging light, and I really liked them a lot.
If I bought these, they would probably be my primary birding binocular in just about all conditions. Living in DC, I'd opt for the 10x for its reach, spending a decent amount of time looking at birds over water or at a bit of a distance. Never had a problem with shake unless I am on a boat or trying to do things one-handed.
Other things I've considered but not looked through: SLC 10x42 (quite a chunk cheaper)
Things I've considered seriously and have looked through: Maven B2. Thought they were really good. I did notice a bit of CA, although it might have been a problem with my IPD adjustment. Still might go that route, but for some reason I"m drawn to the Leica brand due to their excellent reputation in photography.
I've looked through them in unchallenging light, and I really liked them a lot.
If I bought these, they would probably be my primary birding binocular in just about all conditions. Living in DC, I'd opt for the 10x for its reach, spending a decent amount of time looking at birds over water or at a bit of a distance. Never had a problem with shake unless I am on a boat or trying to do things one-handed.
Other things I've considered but not looked through: SLC 10x42 (quite a chunk cheaper)
Things I've considered seriously and have looked through: Maven B2. Thought they were really good. I did notice a bit of CA, although it might have been a problem with my IPD adjustment. Still might go that route, but for some reason I"m drawn to the Leica brand due to their excellent reputation in photography.