Reviews - Browning 8X32 mm Waterproof /Fog Proof Binoculars Reviews - BG-BI-880832

Author: jonathank (verified customer) , Novice birder., from Australia on Jul 12, 2008
Pros:  Very clear image, quality feel, bombproof (so far!)
Cons:  A bit on the heavy side, focus dial a bit stiff on cold mornings
Would recommend:  yes

jonathank wrote:

I was really impressed with these binos from the moment I opened the box. Although they're a bit on the heavy side they feel very strong and durable. I use my outdoor equipment like tools so I'm not at all precious about going easy. If I need to put the binos in the bottom of the boat to land a fish then that's where they go :). I've used mine everyday for 4 months on a road trip, they get bounced around the car, have had a fair bit of salt spray from being used out of a kayak, been subjected to windy days on sandy beaches and they still look new. They are my first decent pair and I have been really impressed with the quality and performance of them. The fit in the case is very snug but makes them compact for putting in a backpack for hiking. There is a lot of glare on the lenses when looking anywhere near the direction of the sun, I'm not sure if other binoculars suffer from this as badly. I can operate these one handed, so it's easy enough to use the other hand to block the glare. ...
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Author: hoyt5015 (verified customer) , enjoy archery and hunting, from elkview wv on Mar 3, 2008
Pros:  very clear, light weight, simple to use
Cons:  little hard to see in low light
Would recommend:  yes

hoyt5015 wrote:

great for shooting in archery tournaments were you can't have over an 8.5 power but these work good for me even at the 8 power. But if in low light its a little hard to the rings on the darker 3d targets at distances over 35 to 40 yard. But it was at the edge of dark in the tree cover. You can see the target just not the scoring rings. But I still love these for most part they have preformed to my expectations.

Author: stereotruckdriver (verified customer) , Hunter,Outdoor enthusiast, from Lincoln City OR on Jan 9, 2008
Pros:  Good midsize glass, Good optically, Good build quality
Cons:  Case and Lens caps
Would recommend:  yes

stereotruckdriver wrote:

Exceeded my expectations especially for the price. Not as bright as the more expensive glass but very usable with 4 exit pupil. I like the focus lock similiar to Pentax DCF SP & ED. Focus was smooth, I was able to keep moving subjects in focus rather easily. I thought for 32mm resolution was very good. Fairly sharp to better than fifty percent. I would classify these as a great buy at this price and optically better than others at double the price.

Author: scobo from Delta on Jan 4, 2008
Pros:  small and amazing clarity
Cons:  case too small and lens covers fall off
Would recommend:  yes

scobo wrote:

I love these binos. The only complaint is that the lens covers I don't even think were made for these binos but I wrapped some electrical tape around the eyepiece and they stay on perfectly and protect it from the elements. The clarity is outstanding for the price or any price for that matter. I took optics planets advice on this pair over another and their word held true. I have used these river hunting in northern bc in the pouring rain amoungst other hunting and no problems. Browning once again has a great product with these binos. I highly recommend.

Author: Canis-lupis2000 (verified customer) from Wilmington, NC on Dec 30, 2007
Pros:  Very crisp optics, nicely compact, very usable in low light
Cons:  Lens caps are cheap, binocs fit in case VERY snugly
Would recommend:  yes

Canis-lupis2000 wrote:

If there are any left at the $150 price, buy them now! For the money, they cannot be beat. The FOV is excellent, they feel very solid, very good brightness, and focus is very precise. Excellent feature set. I think these are (old style) Bushnell Legends and are about $70 cheaper. An outstanding all-around binocular, or a very good back-up for those of you with high-end binocs.