Reviews - Bushnell Elite 10x50 Binoculars w/ BaK-4 roof prisms, Rainguard PC-3 phase coatings 621050 Reviews - BU-BI-621050

Author: AZCliffy (verified customer) , Economy Birding Services, Inc http://www.economybirding.com, from Tucson, AZ on Feb 13, 2009
Pros:  Cost, Weight, Optical Performance
Cons:  Platic Strap Attachment, Slow Focusing
Would recommend:  yes

AZCliffy wrote:

As a long time birder and a die-hard Leica 10 x 42 BN user (I'll always have Leica's highest end model as my primary binoculars), I decided to try a pair of the Bushnell Elite 10 x 50's as a pair of backup bins and for feeder watching at home. I was attracted to the price, stylish design and weight of the 10 x 50's compared to higher end bins costing hundreds more. My first impression is WOW!!! They'll never be Leica's, but I'd put these up there with the best as far as optic performance. The view is astoundingly bright, the colors are true and vivid and the weight is amazing, even with 50 mm objective lenses. They are comfortable in the hand, with a well-design thumb rest under each barrel, the armoring feels durable and the focusing is easy. The magnesium housing creates light but steady handling. And Bushnell finally got a case right...hard shell with some soft accents and LARGE enough to actually fit the bins comfortable without using your foot to cram them into their case! ...
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