There are several 10x42 binoculars on the market, which are very low weight. I really like such binoculars, especially for longer hiking tours. What do you think are the best bins (range from 10x40 to 10x50) under 700 g (24,7 oz)?
Maybe the Minox HG 10x43, the Bushnell Elite 10x43, the Vortex Viper 10x42 or the Kite Ibis 10x42?
Thanks,
Markus
Markus -
I have looked through the Minox HGs and the Bushnell Elites. I preferred the Minox, and very recently purchased the 8.5x43 HGs. They have a narrower FOV but make up for it with better edge sharpness and a larger sweet spot IMO. I also find that unless the "open barrel" design like Bushnell employs is just the right size for your hands, it feels awkward and uncomfortable. With that in mind, the MINOX felt great to me.
I would say that the HGs and Elites are at the top of the sub-$1,000 class.
ND2000
Have a 10x at 820g, these are for when I am in hides. For walking, my 8x 650g feel much better. Cannot tell you about the 10x viper's but have had a 8x pair for about a year and am well pleased