Vortex as compared to Pentax

jenseds · Guest

I know you really like the Pentax DCF ED's. How do the Vortex DLS Stokes compare to the Pentax DCF ED's in optical quality and low light performance in a 10 X 42?

Also, what is the difference between a birding and a hunting binocular?

Thanks!

Jne_K · Site Admin Joined: 24 Sep 2003 Posts: 5673

Hi

I still like the DCF ED, but can't go wrong with either one.

Really very little difference between a hunting binocular and a birding binocular, with the possible exception of the minimum focus and waterproofing.

A close minimum focus distance is important to birders, but not hunters. However, manufacturers, these days, make all their binos with a good birding minimum focus to get sales from both users. Likewise, most birders do not need waterproofing, but always a must for a good hunting binocular. Again, nearly all good binos are waterproof, anyway.
_________________
Thanks for posting with us
Joanie K - Your personal optics expert

Forum: http://www.opticsplanet.com/msgboard
Blog: http://blog.opticsplanet.com/
Store: http://www.opticsplanet.net/

Phone: 847-513-6201
Fax: 847-919-3003

jenseds · Guest

Thank You!

Jne_K · Site Admin Joined: 24 Sep 2003 Posts: 5673

You are very welcome.
_________________
Thanks for posting with us
Joanie K - Your personal optics expert

Forum: http://www.opticsplanet.com/msgboard
Blog: http://blog.opticsplanet.com/
Store: http://www.opticsplanet.net/

Phone: 847-513-6201
Fax: 847-919-3003