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hunter!
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 Posted: Sun Mar 16, 2008 10:01 am Post subject: swifts |
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What is the difference between the
Swift 8.5x44 HCF Audubon Binoculars 828
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Swift 8.5x44mm BWCF Audubon Waterproof ED Binoculars 820ED
There is almost 150$ in difference and the first one is a porro. Is it better glass? waterproofing |
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Jne_K
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Hi
The difference is the difference between a roof prism and a porro, yes.
The 820ED is optically as good as a bino can get at this price and it offers superb color correction. On the negative side, eye relief is not going to be the 17mm published. It is more like 12mm when you actually use it with glasses. Like any porro, it will also be large and bulky in comparison to a roof. It is waterproof, though. One of the last great prros, sad to say. If you want a porro, this is one to get.
If you wear glasses and/or if handling is an issue, the 828 is a much nicer bino and it is no slouch when it comes to optics. It is one of my personal favoritesat this price in a roof. Great birding binocular.
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| Posted: Mon Mar 17, 2008 11:59 pm Post subject: swift |
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the optics, regardless of the prism are better on the 820 than the 828?
They are going to be used for hunting, but I cant really spend 1000's on a binocular (yet!).... is the glass quality of the 828 comparable or should I go for the 820's due to better imaging?
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You are really splitting hairs on the optics. Very close. The much improved handling qualities of the 828, smoother focusing, better waterproofing via internal focusing and better eye relief make the 828 a better choice for hunting in my opinion.
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| Posted: Tue Mar 18, 2008 7:51 pm Post subject: |
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thanks a lot!
i wasnt sure if it was worth hauling more weight due to better image quality. I guess not!
i know it is the most saturated level, but at around this price anything comparable or better?
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| Posted: Sun Mar 23, 2008 4:47 pm Post subject: swifts |
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Thanks jane, i guess that's all the info I needed!....
now lets save a few more bucks and the order will be on its way |
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