Hi, I am interested in buying an 8x30, to supplement my larger binos. I am considering the Zeiss Conquest 8x30, but recently I also saw a Swarovski SLC (old version, but new old stock). I am not ready to spend the sum necessary for an SLCnew, but was wondering if the SLC is significantly better than the Conquest. Thanks!
aside from the off topic rambling there is some advice here
http://www.birdforum.net/showthread.php?t=69445
see also all the Leica Zeiss and Nikon discussions, as well as Swarovski..the bulkiest of those...plenty of 8x30 s there
wearing glasses is often a main issue
http://www.birdforum.net/showthread.php?t=59840