Very satisfied with these binoculars - Vortex Diamondback 10x42mm Binoculars

I was looking for binoculars in the $300 price range and considered these. I first bought a pair of Bushnell Engage 10X42 binoculars. Shortly after, the Vortex Diamondback's price dropped to about a third as much as I paid for the Bushnell Engage. I ordered the Diamondbacks and compared them to the Engage. Both were good binoculars, but the Diamondbacks excelled over the Engage (IMO) except for chromatic aberration. I felt the Engage was only slightly better, but not enough to justify over three times the cost (while both pair's aberration was very,very slight-distinguishable only looking at very bright lamps.) Also, the Bushnell warranty could not compare to the outstanding warranty offered by Vortex. I sent the Engage back and kept the Diamondbacks. The Diamondback binoculars deliver a clear/sharp image, plenty of light, and do not fog. They also have a great focus for close objects and would seem to do well birding. They are more than I need for casual deer hunting on the lease and observing the outdoors. I gave the Diamondbacks five stars because of the incredible value they offered in terms of performance and features at the great sales price I bought them for.