I know this was probably discussed before.I am choosing between 7x42 Ultravids and 7x42 SLCs and although I have only had the chance to look through the SLCs I am just wondering what you guys think are the positives and negatives of both. Also I am at the moment using 8x42 Eagle Optics Rangers and am I going to really notice the loss of the close focus? Thanks ahead of time.
Ilya
[QUOTE=MurometsVLD]I know this was probably discussed before.I am choosing between 7x42 Ultravids and 7x42 SLCs and although I have only had the chance to look through the SLCs I am just wondering what you guys think are the positives and negatives of both. Also I am at the moment using 8x42 Eagle Optics Rangers and am I going to really notice the loss of the close focus? Thanks ahead of time.
Ilya[/QUOTE]
Hi Ilya,
Have you considered the Zeiss 7x42 FL?
I bought one last year after comparing it to a SLC 7x42. The SLC was very good, great FOV, sharp to the edge, vivid colour rendition, but I chose the FL because they weighed 7 ounces less, gave me a very relaxed view, and had eyecups with clickstops.
I was deliberately shopping for a 7x42, unfortunately the Leica 7x42 was not in stock, otherwise I might have decided differently.
The close focus of the FL is just 2 metres, I don't need it often but sometimes I'm glad with it.
Greetings, Ronald
Sorry, forgot to mention, eye cups are not really a concern because I wear glasses. I have not had a chance to look at the Zeiss as of yet but will definitely consider it when buying. How is the eye relief on the Zeiss? Thanks for the help so far!
Ilya