Reviews - Nikon Action Extreme 7x35mm Porro Prism Matte Black Waterproof Binoculars 7237 Reviews - NI-BI-ActionExtreme-7237-EE

Author: Gohn (verified customer) , Birdwatching from home since a kid many years ago., from Warren, RI on Jun 25, 2012
Pros:  Well made. Decent lens quality for price. Good for close up viewing lika @ bird feeder 20' away.
Cons:  Not near Swarovaski quality BUT I can afford Nikon.
Would recommend:  yes

Gohn wrote:

I use my new Nikon 7X35's to watch bird feeder which is fairly close to my house. NOTE: object still must be at least 20 or so feet from your usual viewing spot. Works very well and decently clear.

Author: Vladimir (verified customer) from Odessa Ukraine on Oct 1, 2011
Pros:  Sharp bright picture, wide view angle, waterproof
Cons:  Inconvinient lens covers
Would recommend:  yes

Vladimir wrote:

I bought it for astronomy, birdwatching at the backyard, airplane watching. It provides very clear and contrast picture of astronomical objects, much better than my decades old binoculars. Very good eye shades, good ergonomics and acceptable weight.

Author: dberron (verified customer) from Italy on Jan 18, 2010
Pros:  large field of view
Cons:  nothing for the price you pay
Would recommend:  yes

dberron wrote:

Exactly what you need for the money you pay. Large field of view, good image sharpness except small lack of focusing around the borders, that you may expected because of the large angle of view. Good light and color of the image. Rubber protection of the eyepieces must be improved with less diameter and more soft material.

Author: jr (verified customer) from new york,n.y. on Jan 9, 2010
Would recommend:  yes

jr wrote:

excellent product,very well made,non-slip body,waterproof,excellent optics,excellent for eyeglass wearers.

Author: coreviewr (verified customer) from ft collins co on Nov 23, 2009
Pros:  clarity
Cons:  size & wt
Would recommend:  yes

coreviewr wrote:

Surprised by just how great these 7x35's worked. Instructions were good ( & needed). Heavier and bulkier than prev. cheap versions. Feels like serious hardware.

Author: cdeviney (verified customer) from AR on Sep 6, 2009
Pros:  Sturdy/well made, focusing knob, 3D view, sharp optics
Cons:  No tethered lens covers, strap difficult to attach-like almost all bins, not FMC
Would recommend:  yes

cdeviney wrote:

I bought these for backyard use. I wanted a wide angle, hand-held, sky view for star-gazing (in conjunction with my tripod mounted 15x70 Celestron Skymaster). I also wanted a wide-angle view for birdwatching. Humming birds move so fast, it can be difficult to follow them. A wide-angle view is also a must for fast action/large field sports. The Nikon Action Extreme 7x35 is perfect for these functions. I find that these have a very nice view due to depth of field, optics clarity and ease/accuracy of focusing (there is no 'play' in the focus knob). These are not FMC but it doesn't seem to have a noticeable, negative effect. Waterproof, fog-proof and shockproof (nitrogen-filled and O-ring sealed), rubber-coated for a good grip, easy to adjust the diopter, eye-cups stay in place, excellent warranty. I do wish that binoculars came with tethered lens covers...I always have to buy them separately. A nicer strap would also be great (i.e neoprene/padded), but that can be purchased ...
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Author: Terri from Yulee, FL on May 22, 2009
Pros:  Great bang for the buck ! Very clear, crisp and sharp focus. Excellent for those for wear glasses.
Cons:  Design of bridge, a little heavy
Would recommend:  yes

Terri wrote:

My main gripe is the incredibly bizarre design of the bridge (which allows the lenses to open or close to adjust for the distance between your eyes). I've never been told my eyes are closer together than everyone else's but I can just barely get these things closed enough to get a clear circle of focus. They are definitely designed for people whose eyes are set far apart. Definitly won't work for a kid. In fact, if you think you're 'average' in this regard I'd be sure to check them out in a retail store before you buy them - just to make sure they will fit.

Author: Bruce (verified customer) , Brooks, from Amarillo, TX on Nov 5, 2008
Pros:  Nice, well made
Cons:  none
Would recommend:  yes

Bruce wrote:

I think these are great for the price. Nikon is a great and trusted maker of optics and they stand behind their product with outstanding customer service. I would recommend these. They have a great view and are not too heavy. I love the rubberized texture.

Author: Hunter (verified customer) from Lytle, Texas on Aug 3, 2007
Would recommend:  yes

Hunter wrote:

In my opinion excellent for twilight and after dark moonlight hunting. Haven't found anything as good for the price.

Author: Knewbee (verified customer) , Geographer/botanist, from Lafayette LA on Jul 24, 2007
Pros:  Light, comfortable, easily adjusted, water proof, shock resistent
Cons:  low power = shorter distances trade-off
Would recommend:  yes

Knewbee wrote:

For backyard and roadside use, these binoculars are a great value. They are light and fit easily in hand. The focus adjustments are predictable and consistent (no slippage). Have had occasion to inadvertently check the shock resistance -- it is. Waterproof in rain, too. First binoculars I've bought in 40 years, recently rediscovery of birds in backyard facilitated the purchase. I think my next pair will be 10x because I find myself going out in the field to birdwatch (not my original plan) and the 7X35's just don't effectively reach out to distant shorebirds or warblers high in the hardwoods.