Hi all, I'm going to buy a new pair of binoculars and I have to take a decision. I had a pair of Leica Trinovid 8x42 but the seemed heavy to me, so this time I'll opt for Leica Ultravid or Swarovski EL series.
My main doubt is about the size (magnification will be 10x): 32 or 42? I'd really prefer the 32s for their weight, but I'd like to have some comments from someone who tried them..
Thanks in advance
Giorgio
I tried the 10x32 ultravids and would not recommend them. They are very small and light weight, but this makes them harder to hold steady. The only 10x32s I'd consider are the Nikon HG, or the Leica Trinovid, they both have a nice solid feel and are easy to use.
The weight reduction in ultravids over trinovids is quite significant so I'm sure you'll be more than happy with 42s. The 10x42 ultravid is a very nice binocular, easy to use and hold still.
[QUOTE=postcardcv]The 10x42 ultravid is a very nice binocular, easy to use and hold still.[/QUOTE]
I don't own one (I wish!), but having tried out a friend's briefly I can agree with it being easy to use and hold still. It felt more like a x8 in that respect.