I use a pair of Nikon Monarch 8.5 x 56 bins, which are very heavy (getting
back to the previous thread?) but are astounding in low light conditions,
like turning on the lights. During the day, of course, a lot of the light
coming from the eyepiece gets spilled on my iris, meaning I end up carrying
more than I need.
They're rugged and pretty waterproof, and not dramatically expensive. The
close focusing does leave something to be desired though.
Bill
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From: "Dave Torr" <>
Sent: Tuesday, March 08, 2011 1:06 PM
To: "Michael Hunter" <>
Cc: <>
Subject: Low light bins
You might want to read
http://boca.org.au/component/docman/doc_download/500-best-binocular-for-youwhich
has a lot of information on light gathering and the ideal ratio
according to your age!
On 8 March 2011 13:01, Michael Hunter <> wrote:
Hi All,
While on the subject of binoculars, I am wondering whether 10 x
42
is the best magnification x lens diameter combination for gloomy forest
conditions or other low light situations where the quarry is not more
than
about 30m away from the observer, and magnification is not the major
requirement.
Would optically equivalent (in quality) 7 x 50 give better
light
sensitivity and colour discrimination than say 10 x 42 or 10 x 50 ?
Close focus distance and rapid focus also relevant, as well as
waterproofness in rainy humid conditions if not for scuba diving.
Any suggestions?
Cheers
Michael
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