Reviews & Ratings for Opticron DBA Oasis 8x21mm Roof Prism Compact Binocular — 1 review — Page 1

Got these today. Usually I test new bins over several days under different conditions and against other comparable bins I own before reviewing. But I could find no reviews of these superb compacts anywhere so was compelled to post an unqualified 5 star review ASAP. To keep this review short, I will (try) not repeat any of the info from the product description but you can believe everything in the description and more. I compared these for about 90 minutes in late afternoon bright light against my Swarovski 8x20 and 8x25 models. In terms of overall optical performance and image quality the Opticron is 95% as good as either Swaro. The huge ocular lenses are a big plus and make eye placement foolproof. They are also recessed an extra bit even with the eyecups completely down which makes it easier to use without glasses but with eyecups completely down which is what I prefer to maximize FOV. Ergonomics are superb. This is slightly bigger and heavier than most 8x21 dual hinge but for me that makes them much easier to hold steady and gives the handling feel more of a mid size binocular. Unless you want or need a true "shirt pocket" (or small purse)size model, the small added size and weight are a big plus, not a minus. A tiny note, not a fault or criticism, there is a slight bit of play or slip when switching directions with the focus knob. This does not interfere with focusing function - which is first rate- but it is present. It could possibly be an intentional design feature to...
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