These came up in the Binocular bargains thread
The bins are here for $80
http://www.cameralandny.com/optics2...backcountry8x25
with decent specs: moderate FOV; good ER; reasonably light
Specifications:
* Power: 8x
* Objective: 25mm
* FOV @ 1000 yds: 370' (7.0 deg)
* Close Focus: 1m
* Eye Relief: 18mm
* Size (mm): 110x118x37
* Weight (oz.): 14.1
Any reports of people looking through them? How are the optics?
I am wondering if they are any better than the other lower cost 8x25 roofs that are out there?
They sound great, but most compacts like this and in this price range leave alot to be desired.
These are closeout prices. They originally cost over $200.00.
I purchased one from Camera Land and I am surprised at how good it is. Certainly it is a bargain at the current price! If you are looking for a good small binocular to just carry around with you or in your car this one will fill the bill!
It is solidly constructed and sharp-with a large center area of sharpness tapering off slowly to the edges. It has some veiling glare (looking toward the sun) but otherwise it does quite well. CA on bright edges is minimal. Contrast, looking into the under canopy of my nearby woods and at pine trees, is very good. The Focus Wheel is very smooth and on the fast side. It turns clockwise. The Diopter is click type but you have to hold it near your ear to hear the clicks. I kept it overnight in the glove compartment of my car on a very cold night under 20 degrees without it affecting the focusing but the diopter wouldn't move until the car interior warmed up. The eye cups have 3 positions and move into these positions freely. There is plenty of eye relief for my sun glasses. It is a bit larger than I expected and will barely squeeze into the large pockets of Chamois type shirts but it readily fits into the side pocket of a jacket. Accessories are good. Nice colorful Red and Black hard case and nice strap and rainguard but small snap on eye covers.
There might not be many left so if you are interested.........?
Bob