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Olympus Magellan 8x42 EXWP I Binocular Review

Olympus Magellan 8x42 EXWP I Binocular
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These Olympus Magellan EXPWP 8x42 binoculars are the best binoculars out there in this price range. I visited several stores and tried many models in the $200-300 range, including Nikon, Pentax, etc. This 8x42 model came highly recommended and are probably a better all around choice then the 10x42 model. I also did many hours of internet research, reading reviews, comparing features, etc. Several professional reviews say that to get a pair of binoculars that are noticeably better than these, you will probably have to spend at least $500.00+ for a German made pair.
When people try my binoculars, the first thing they say is "WOW!". The image is that good - crisp and clear to the edges. I use them for sightseeing on vacations, at stadium sporting events, bird watching, etc. They are light and easy to hold and use. (Just don't forget to twist-out the eye cups first if you don't wear glasses.) While visiting my wife's family in the Caribbean, my father-in-law liked them so much that ended up giving him my pair. So now I am replacing them with Amazon (best price).
If you can afford to spend this much on binoculars, get these and don't buy the less expensive, inferior binoculars. You will notice a big difference the second you look through them and they are well worth every dollar. Do your own research if you like, and try them out. I'm sure you will agree that these are the best value, with the most features in this price range. These are an excellent pair of binoculars. Cheers!


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Bushnell Marine 7x50 Binocular Review

Bushnell Marine 7x50  Binocular
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I bought these for triangulating my position on charts while sailing. I was a little worried that the internal compass would be hard to read as my 40+ year old eyes need reading glasses to read newspapers, computer screens etcetera. I have had no problem whatsoever. The compass is large and easy to read. The compass has an internal light which is a great added feature. I did an overnight sail in March and would have had a very difficult time guessing where I was without this feature. I never use the reticle for judging distance. I suppose I could get the instructions out to do the math but it hardly seems worth it because the compass allows me to locate my position very easily.

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Bushnell Marine 7x50 Binoculars... built to withstand extreme nautical environments (and float in them)! We suggest you keep them on board... but Bushnell made their Marine Binoculars buoyant, waterproof and corrosion resistant, so a little accidental dunking won't deep-six your day! Count on ultra-bright crisp views built into these babies... and you'll also appreciate the affordable price we've tagged them with! Features and specifications: BaK-4 prisms for bright, clear, crisp viewing; Fully multi-coated optics for superior light transmission and brightness; 100% waterproof and fogproof; O-ring sealed and nitrogen-purged to keep out moisture; Highly resistant to saltwater corrosion; Non-slip, non-skid rubber armor cushions bumps and shock, and prevents sliding... providing a firm grip even when wet; Hermetically sealed; Fold-down eyecups; Magnification x objective lens 7x50; Field of view at 100 yards 350'; Close focus 35 ft.; Exit pupil 7.1 mm; Eye relief 18; Weight 37 ozs.; Adapts to tripod.; Great views, and waterproof too... order your Marine Binoculars now! Bushnell Marine 7x50 Binoculars

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Nikon OceanPro 7x50 Waterproof Binoculars with Compass Review

Nikon OceanPro 7x50 Waterproof Binoculars with Compass
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This is a really great product. The clarity is incredible and does not degrade in low light.
The product differences between CF and IF is really hard to find. IF is individual focus. CF is great is the primary uses does not require corrective lenses. The IF is good for those who wear corrective lenses. The eyeglasses denoted on the Nikon site is indicative of soft compactable eyepieces. These allow a person who is wearing corrective eye glasses to get their eyes to the appropriate focal point.
Something smart that is not noted in the documentation. The low light compass illumination is red to lessen the white wash of a white light in the eye piece. - Really smart!
Great lenses, the compass is quite stable, the low light illumination is clever, the outside material is easy to grip in slipper situations, the padded (and floating) neck strap is very comfortable.
The height and width scales are clear and easy to use. The needed values required to gauge accurate heights and width make it very unlikely that that feature will ever be used. That being said, the scales are clear and available.
Here is the bad. The documentation is rock bottom bad. An insert instructing the customer to "go find some website that has better documentation than we do" would be more truthful. The documentation is polylinguistic but done with very poor methodology. They do not cover all the functionality referenced in forums and blogs. The pictures are not product specific so the customer is left with the idea that parts are missing from thier box. The documentation is just awful. That is the only reason I did not give this product a 5 out of 5 stars.
If the documentation at [...] or those included in the box were remotely usable I would have rated the product better. Product alone, 5 out of 5.

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Here is the perfect companion to your active and waterbound activities, the Nikon 7x50 OceanPro binocular.Nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed for waterproof, shockproof and Fogproof performance, this binocular also incorporates a rubber-armored exterior that provides a non-slip grip and helps prevent sliding on the helm station or console, even in rough conditions.These features, together with tough, lightweight polycarbonate construction, make the OceanPro durable enough for everyday carry in wet, rough environments common to ski boats, runabouts, fishing boats and personal water craft.
The OceanPro utilizes precision ground lenses with multiple layers of anti-reflective coatings to deliver superior brightness, enhanced resolution and critical high-contrast for low light and bad weather conditions.The large, 50mm objective lenses provide a 7.1mm exit pupil for maximum light gathering, while a diopter adjustment and large central focus knob make focus easy to achieve and maintain.
The Nikon 7x50 OceanPro incorporates an illuminated compass for easy direction finding.It has a 7.2-degree real angle of view, which equates to a 50-degree apparent angle--true wide-angle performance.The field of view is 378 feet at 1,000 yards (38 feet at 100 yards).They utilize fold-down rubber eyecups that protect the eyes from bumps in rough water conditions and provide 22.7mm of eye relief to accommodate eyeglass wearers and non-eyeglass wearers alike.
Like all Nikon Binoculars, the 7x50 OceanPro carries Nikon's 25-year limited warranty.

Quick, easy central focus
Long eye relief perfect for eyeglass wearers
Rubber-armored, lightweight and shockproof polycarbonate body
BaK4 high index prisms and multicoated lenses for bright, clear images
100% Waterproof/Fogproof
Nylon floating strap included

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Nikon 8208 Oceanpro 7 X 50 MM Binoculars With Compass Review

Nikon 8208 Oceanpro 7 X 50 MM Binoculars With Compass
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Even though, I don't have a lot of experience with good binoculars, the Oceanpro's quality, image brightness, field of view, and image sharpness is impressive. I bought the Oceanpro to replace a broken pair of Tasco 10x50 with the intention of getting a smaller but waterproof optics for general use and near water. Unfortunately, the Oceanpro is a fairly large and heavy binocular, larger than my old Tasco 10x50 and may tire your arms after extended handheld use. Due to the size and bulkiness, the optics are better suited for in- boat or vehicle use rather than treking around in the woods. The built-in compass will also be handy on the water and the backlighting works well in the dark. The included stiff-case is very large, similar to a big netbook computer case but, should provide more-than adequent protection from scuffs. The Oceanpro also comes with a big, bright-yellow, "floating" lanyard. An excellent value for the price.

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Nikon 7245 Action Ex Extreme 10 X 50 mm All Terrain Binoculars Review

Nikon 7245 Action Ex Extreme 10 X 50 mm All Terrain Binoculars
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I took the plunge on 10x50's after reading a compelling article on the Cornell Ornithology website.
These Nikon Action EX 10x50 binocs are unusually well-crafted for a "low end" product. Their optics are sharp and bright, even at dawn or dusk. Their eye fatigue index approaches 18. Their ergonomics and controls are rugged and smooth. Most of all, the wiggle you'd expect from 10-power binocs are rarely a problem here because the frame is lighter than most products in this price-range. Indeed, without a harness or monopod, you can watch a Bald Eagle fish the surface of a river for a quarter-mile and not miss any of the action.
While I use these primarily to view raptors at distances of 500+ feet, they focus very clearly at 27.5 feet, too. Whatever the distance, the view is bright, the colors generally vivid and the detail superb.
That is not to say that Leica wouldn't produce a superior product; but at a fraction of the price, nearly 50% off retail, they are wonderful. Keep a pair of 8x42 binoculars on-hand, especially if songbirds are your passion; but if you expect to do some long-distance viewing, these Nikons are a sensible buy.


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