are these good for watching birds, any problems
298675
My wife and I are fairly serious birders. These binoculars are excellent for birding. They have a bright image and wide field of view to make it easier to find the birds visually. They're a bit heavy but not too bad. The long eye relief and big exit pupil makes this a good binocular for those of us who wear glasses. All these qualities make this a good binocular for sporting events and indoor performances such as the opera or the circus. For birding, I highly recommend the 7x over 8x or 10x for the wide field of view and brightness.They hold up well. Ours has had a lot of use in 10 years, totally problem free. My wife and I are fairly serious birders. These binoculars are excellent for birding. They have a bright image and wide field of view to make it easier to find the birds visually. They're a bit heavy but not too bad. The long eye relief and big exit pupil makes this a good binocular for those of us who wear glasses. All these qualities make this a good binocular for sporting events and indoor performances such as the opera or the circus. For birding, I highly recommend the 7x over 8x or 10x for the wide field of view and brightness.They hold up well. Ours has had a lot of use in... » Read More My wife and I are fairly serious birders. These binoculars are excellent for birding. They have a bright image and wide field of view to make it easier to find the birds visually. They're a bit heavy but not too bad. The long eye relief and big exit pupil makes this a good binocular for those of us who wear glasses. All these qualities make this a good binocular for sporting events and indoor performances such as the opera or the circus. For birding, I highly recommend the 7x over 8x or 10x for the wide field of view and brightness.They hold up well. Ours has had a lot of use in 10 years, totally problem free. « Show Less
298676
Here's a great article from Cornell University's Ornithology department. It includes ratings of binoculars. http://birds.cornell.edu/Publications/LivingBird/Winter2005/Age_Binos.html. It's a little dated but contains excellent information.
298677
We both use these routinely for general birdwatching around the yard and marshfront, in forested areas and shoreline. Obviously when you're looking for distance optics the 7x35 isn't appropriate but we're quite happy with the clear images. We've used them for years
298678
They are good for birds. The really good thing about them is that with these lenses, at dusk I can see details even fairly close (25') that I can't see with the naked eye. The lenses gather so much light that you can view objects in dimmer light than my previous binoculars or the naked eye. I purchased these binoculars to watch owls at dusk, and found I can watch the owls for 10-15 minutes longer, with clarity, than I could with other binoculars.
298679
Sure--wildlife viewing is primarily what I use them for. I keep them by a window overlooking my bird feeders and a vacant lot that's full of quail, doves and the occasional hawk. The only possible problem I can think of is the 7x magnification--it's fine at suburban range, but I live in Nevada, where it's common to be able to look for 20 or 30 miles across the desert. If you'll be some distance from your objective, Nikon makes a 10x50 version of these that might suit you better. The tradeoffs would be increased weight and a smaller field of view at a given distance. For general use, though, I like the 7x35s. Sure--wildlife viewing is primarily what I use them for. I keep them by a window overlooking my bird feeders and a vacant lot that's full of quail, doves and the occasional hawk. The only possible problem I can think of is the 7x magnification--it's fine at suburban range, but I live in Nevada, where it's common to be able to look for 20 or 30 miles across the desert. If you'll be some distance from your objective, Nikon makes a 10x50 version of these that might suit you better. The tradeoffs would be increased weight and a smaller field of view at a given distance. For general use, though,... » Read More Sure--wildlife viewing is primarily what I use them for. I keep them by a window overlooking my bird feeders and a vacant lot that's full of quail, doves and the occasional hawk. The only possible problem I can think of is the 7x magnification--it's fine at suburban range, but I live in Nevada, where it's common to be able to look for 20 or 30 miles across the desert. If you'll be some distance from your objective, Nikon makes a 10x50 version of these that might suit you better. The tradeoffs would be increased weight and a smaller field of view at a given distance. For general use, though, I like the 7x35s. « Show Less
298680
They are wonderful for the money! Took them with me on an Alaska cruise and observed all the wildlife with them. They performed very well and I would recommend them
298681
I bought these for my daughter who went on a bird watching trip to Trinidad-Tobago and told me they were excellent. She also used recently on a safari in South Africa and they were good too. No problems
298682
The most important characteristics of birding binoculars are 1) sharpness (very sharp), 2) field of view (excellent), 3) brightness (adequate), 4) light weight (adequate), 5) waterproof (yes), 6) eye relief, esp for glasses wearers (better than average), and 7) easy and smooth to focus and adjust (acceptable). For the price, or double the price these can't be beat. We've enjoyed ours for about 10 years now. They are also excellent sports and opera glasses because of the wide field of view.
298683
Excellent for birds. That was what I bought them for. I wish I could think of the review article I read that led me to choose these, but I cannot. No problems whatever.
298684
While we're not full-time bird watchers, we use them to watch various forms of wildlife including birds and they work very well, focus in quickly, and let you track easily with the subject's movements. That, combined with their compact size, would make them perfect for what you are looking for in this price range.
1923611
Yes. I do a lot of bird watching and these are the best I've ever owned. The image is very sharp and bright. I went on a trip to Costa Rica, and even the tour guide, who is a professional bird watcher, was impressed with them.
948045
yes it would be good for birding. We have a cabin in the mountains that overlooks a small valley. We sit on the balcony with the scope on a tripod and watch alot of wildlife with it. Have fun with it. They have alot of accessories to add to the experience. I cant wait to get some of them. Take care!
1923610
I am not a avid bird watcher but when I used them in Montana recently (first time) I was picking up birds in pine trees across a meadow -- So I have not been able to use as much as I have wanted
2132278
very very good for all, i like to watch birds and i am so happy to own this binoculars ,so not waste your time buying cheap,this one is the number one i give 10 stars
2133905
These are very good general purpose binoculars. I did several comparisons, and these were the clear price/performance leader. There are better (and more expensive...) choices for specific purposes, depending on your level of interest and expertise. Just this morning I saw several ducks on the pond behind our house, which is over 100 meters from the back of the house. I easily identified a mallard duck family (only one duckling) but had to go to the Cornell ornithology site to identify 2 male hooded mergansers; the latter were quite remarkable, with their large white plumes! Hope this helps. CS
751980
You could easily used these to see a snake 10-20 ft away safely. I would also suggest another trick to use. If you can, you pack a small mirror metal or glass compact. And you reflect light under the ledge at the spot you are trying to look at. You get better clarity with more light as well, but only if there is not enough light. The binoculars work really well at close range and quite well at medium to long range. Just not as much magnification at longer ranges like some of the big ones.I use them for hunting and spotting look at the occasional lizard pumping at me.
1134093
You'd be able to see the birds, but I think a scope would be a better choice. These are great binoculars for the price, but I think you would be disappointed if you try to view nests over 200 feet away.
622011
I use a Revelli, don't know the model but probably got it from Amazon, but don't necessarily recommend it for birdwatching because it is heavy. Birdwatching usually involves a lot of walking & a telescope/tripod combination has to be a compromise between steadiness & portability. Because of my age I don't go on long walks any more & confine birdwatching to my back yard. I also use the tripod for photography & it is good & steady for that.
575498
depends on what you mean by color. They are semi-transparent, meaning they are sort of whitish in color but you can see through them. thus they are nice but not obtrusive or tacky and in my humble opinion do work. you'll still get birds hitting the window but not nearly as much.
1360167
I haven't had a lot of experience deer hunting, but they are great for bird watching. Detail is pretty good.
977782
I have used this binoculars to stargazing...but's it's really not like a telescope. I use it mainly to watch birds.
1987358
Yes, I think these would be good for concert. We also use them for bird watching and boating.
43415
I've not used them in that environment, use mostly for birding which is perhaps a more challenging use for binoculars. Thus I see no reason why they would not be very good for that. I do not think you would want greater magnification with narrower field of view because you have to move them quickly in that scenario. THese are very good overall, especially for the price. If it rains, the lenses have built in attached covers to keep them dry when not in use.
296261
they work great with hands on wildlife. i cannot comment for other applications such as skygazing,etc
1923609
http://www.birdwatchersdigest.com/bwdsite/explore/optics/8x42-mid-priced-binoculars-reviews.php
2049640
They are very clear and work well for me hunting and bird watching. Unless you need some very long distance viewing they should be fine.I have some very expensive Zeiss optics and these are just as clear at about 1/4 the the price.