I am look for a good binocular in the $200 price range. Any suggestions?
Rich
Rich
Good Binoculars
Started by richvan31, 05/29/2002 10:03PM
Posted 05/29/2002 10:03PM
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Posted 05/30/2002 02:39PM
#1
I suggest the Celestron Ultima 10x50's. These are very
versatile, compact, and light. The best part about them
is the incredible optics. bright, clear, and sharp to the
edge. I own at least 7 different pairs of binoculars,
including Nikon and Pentax, ranging from 25 to 100mm, and
these are by far the best optically. I got mine from
Adorama for $189 (plus a hefty shipping fee).
versatile, compact, and light. The best part about them
is the incredible optics. bright, clear, and sharp to the
edge. I own at least 7 different pairs of binoculars,
including Nikon and Pentax, ranging from 25 to 100mm, and
these are by far the best optically. I got mine from
Adorama for $189 (plus a hefty shipping fee).
Posted 05/30/2002 03:16PM
#2
I really like my Orion Ultraview 10x50. Well worth the money. I got them as a second so it was an even better buy. I like the long eye relief so I can use them in the daytime with my sunglasses on. Nice wide views and sharp stars. I would rather have be them waterproof and maybe have a flatter field, but that would be way over $200.
Charlie
Charlie
Fort Lewis Observatory: (37.238, -108.052) ~2360m (7744 ft.) elevation.
Darkness - typically 6.5+
Scope - Meade 16" LX200; f6.3 focal reducer
Focus - JMI Smart focus
Camera - SBIG ST-10XE; (~.5"/pixel)
Guiding - AO-8 and/or Meade 5"/DSI/PHD
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