Hi there everyone. I'm new on Birdforum, and suspect my question has been asked a thousand times before!
Following a lifelong interest in birds I've decided I'd like to get into birdwatching a little more. I need a pair of binoculars, and believe 8x42 is the most suitable size. I'm lucky enough to live in Cornwall, with a good view from my window at home, and occasionally use a Canadian canoe to explore local waterways. Therefore need a waterproof set, but would like to keep expenditure to about £200.
I looked at a pair of Opticron Verano and HR WP Porro, and these were amazing compared to what I've used before, so that may give you an indication of my expectations.
I suspect I'll get lots of diverse opinions, but just need some simple guidance on suitability/availability of models, which I can then try/source.
cheers
Kevin
Hi Kevin, welcome to birdforum... sorry but I moved your thread to a more relevant forum where it can get the attention it deserves. Feel free to make a separate 'hello' post.
Unless you do a fair bit of low-light birding... then don't rule out 8x32's, the reduction in size will be a major benefit in terms of convenience (they'll probably end up being carried & used more often).
cheers,
Andy
[QUOTE=Andy Bright]Hi Kevin, welcome to birdforum... sorry but I moved your thread to a more relevant forum where it can get the attention it deserves. Feel free to make a separate 'hello' post.
Unless you do a fair bit of low-light birding... then don't rule out 8x32's, the reduction in size will be a major benefit in terms of convenience (they'll probably end up being carried & used more often).
cheers,
Andy[/QUOTE]
Thanks Andy,
I wear glasses so guess I need good eye relief, but was particularly impressed by the lack of tunnel effect when looking thhrough the 8x42. Is this likely to have been a function of the wide field of view, or would good 8x32 still have this effect?
Kevin