Do optics manufacturer's bring out new products because they are so much better than the last one or is it a case of stimulating the market for new sales?
I only ask because I have the urge for a new set but will todays binoculars be that much better than my old pair of ten year vintage?
Yes, new prism coatings are better and there is lots of Chinese ED glass available. Mechanics are the same...or worse...but optics are better.
If you have an alpha pair that is ten years old, it still OK, but even they have improved.
[QUOTE=flossiepip;2042769]Do optics manufacturer's bring out new products because they are so much better than the last one or is it a case of stimulating the market for new sales?
I only ask because I have the urge for a new set but will todays binoculars be that much better than my old pair of ten year vintage?[/QUOTE]
Which binocular make and model do you own and what is your budget if you were to purchse a new model?