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Field Review of my (four) binoculars and my gear setup
I was on a lake near Bucharest. The lake is beautiful in the middle of the forest, like in a fairy tale. It is full of cut tree stumps that the birds use as a post. Walking in this wonderful place, I noticed a family of alcedo atthis (kingfisher) that were fishing a lot in this beautiful lake...- dorubird
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- binocular reviews birds gear setup nature photo nature
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- Forum: Binoculars
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Swarovski Swarovision EL 8x32 vs Nikon Monarch HG 8x30
Common optical features: 1 Chromatic aberrations are similar in both binoculars, being present only on the edges in an acceptable proportion for me, but perhaps unacceptable for some. 2 The resolution on the center is excellent and is identical in both binoculars, resolving the same number of...- dorubird
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- nikon hg 8x32 swarovski el 8x32
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- Forum: Binoculars
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Trinovid 8x20 BCA vs Ultravid 8x20 BR
For a very long time I wanted to make this comparison, but I never had the opportunity to look through Ultravid next to Trinovid. My samples are new generations, benefiting from the latest coatings. Design and exterior finishes Trinovid, in my opinion, has a more mature and pleasant design... -
Leica Ultravid 8x20 dissection (The beauty)
I found Ultravid 8x20 BR at a good price and I couldn't resist. I tested it for a while and now I will share my Ultravid impressions and images with you. (I will make soon a detailed comparison between Ultravid 8x20 and Trinovid 8x20) Mechanical presentation Ultravid eyepieces covers fit... -
Swarovski Habicht 7x42 dissection
History Those interested in optics know that the first Swarovski binoculars appeared in 1935, in 6x30 format. Then the optical department of the Swarovski company (Swarovski Optik KG) was established in 1949. This series of Habicht binoculars has been manufactured since 1949. The mechanics and... -
My only four hand-held binoculars
After long and careful observations, over the years, during which I tried dozens of binoculars, I ended up with a setup of 4 binoculars. Even so it seems to me a lot of pairs, because I don't want to collect them but to use them as intensively as possible! I bought a pair of binoculars from each...- dorubird
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- leica trinovid 8x20 bca nikon hg 8x30 swarovski habicht 7x42 zeiss victory sf 10x42
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- Forum: Binoculars
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Nikon Monarch HG 8X30 vs Nikon Monarch 7 8x30
I directly compared Nikon Monarch HG 8x30 (M HG ) with Nikon Monarch 7 8x30 (M 7) Mechanics and ergonomics The weight and dimensions are very similar. The focus wheel moves similarly and very accurately and pleasantly in both binoculars, also ergonomics. But this is where the similarities... -
Nikon HG 8x30 dissection
In my opinion, Nikon has made a smart move with this HG8x30 being the smallest 8x30 / 32 compared to the Leica, Zeiss or Swarovski models. The binoculars are made in Japan. Below is a detailed personal presentation made of this Nikon Monarch HG 8x30. Mechanical and constructive aspects The... -
My new Nikon Monarch HG 8x30, comparative study
Nikon Monarch HG 8x30 vs Nikon E2 8x30 vs Zeiss Victory Pocket 8x25 Below I will discuss only some of the optical and mechanical performance. All my impressions of these binoculars performance can be found summarized in the scores from the above comparative table. Mechanics and design... -
Zeiss SF 10x42 dissection
Binoculars are very personal tools! I noticed that it can generate endless discussions and conflicts even here on the forum! But here I just want to say my own opinion about this Zeiss Victory SF 10x42 (black version) binoculars. I start with the mechanical presentation. The covers of the... -
Nikon E2 8x30 and Nikon E 7x35
In the 8x30 / 8x32 category, the last version Nikon E2 is my favorite over any other when it comes to the beauty of the general rendered image (even over Swarovski Habicht which I realy like). Eyerelief 14mm is at the lower limit for me (I wear glasses) but it works and I see the whole FOV... -
Comparison of three 8x binoculars with different apertures
There are three binoculars with different exits pupil and different sizes. What unites them is the 8x magnification. Zeiss Victory Pocket 8x25 is one of the binoculars with the best performance / size ratio on the market. It's amazing how efficient it is for its size. It is bigger than Leica...- dorubird
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- Forum: Binoculars
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David and Goliath
APM 28x110 vs Leica Trinovid 8x20 BCA My biggest binoculars and my smallest binoculars ... make a good team!- dorubird
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- 28x110 8x20 apm leica trinovid
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- Forum: Binoculars
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Why I like a refined Nikon EII 8x30 porro binoculars?
Why I chose a refined porro binoculars in the rugged and tough world of roof binoculars? It is about the incomparable simplicity and beauty of this porro binoculars. It has attractive curved shapes, but which hide an extraordinary optics. The mechanics are extraordinarily robust, even if... -
Swarovski Swarovision EL 10x42 vs Zeiss Victory SF 10x42
I had the opportunity to compare Zeiss SF 10x42 (new black version) vs Swaovski EL Swarovision 10x42 (current version). Here are the differences observed after a first comparison that lasted about 1 hour: Optical differences The resolution on the center was higher at SF. I tested it on a chart...- dorubird
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- Forum: Binoculars
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The three Trinovids battle
When we refer about the compact Trinovid series we have to refer to exactly which model we are referring to, because they are very different optically due to the improvements of the anti-reflection layers over the years. It's like some old Swarovski models: with or without Swarodur coating. All... -
Leica Trinovid 8x20 BCA-very new version review
I know exactly what I want: I sacrificed the idea of comfort view, ergonomics and brightness in favor of super portability !!! I know it's crazy, but that's what I want! When I want brightness and visual comfort I will use my bigger binoculars anyway with theirs big and "starved" exit pupils... -
Identification of the optical formula of the Zeiss Conquest hd 10x42
Does anyone know the optical formula of the Zeiss Conquest hd 10x42? How many lenses in how many groups does it have? It seems that the objective lens is a triplet (2+1). What about the eyepieces? Maybe someone who repairs binoculars should know. Thank you in advance! -
Hi from Romania
Hello everyone! I am an architect but I support myself more from photography. I am from Bucharest and I am passionate about observing nature! I photographed over 100 species of birds, most of them around the city, but many even in the city! Besides this hobby, I like optical instruments: lenses...