Great entry level wide-field goggle
919456
For an entry level pair of goggles, these are pretty great.  They have a nice wide filed of view, good clarity, and breathability.  Took these up to the snow on the weekend and was amazed at how well they performed.  Are they a $250 pair of goggles good?  Probably not, but, they are a perfect pair for occasional use and for bigger kids.  Loved the lens color (both how it looks, and how it works in the snow).  Also, they come with a nice hard case for storage, a cloth bag and a microfiber lens cleaning cloth.  All great additions to an already pretty god pair of goggles.

One drawback though, is the intense chemical solvent smell of both the packaging and the goggles themselves when we first got them.  I'm not sure if it is the goggles, or the black case (the case smelled much stronger), but it was so strong that I put them outside for a few days before even bringing them in.  An industrial chemical smell is not something I want with my product, thanks.  After a few days outside, the goggles did not smell at all, but the case still did.  Am using them without the case for now, and if that smell does not go away, then the case will.

In all, a pretty nice entry goggle, which I received for a straightforward review.
1300329
For being an entry level lens, this is a surprisingly good performer.  It is not tack sharp, but the slightly less attractive cousin of tack sharp.  The IS comes in handy and is a definite need over it's uglier cousin, the 75-300mm.  The bokeh is nice, and you can get a nice depth of field at 4.0 or 5.6.

There are substantially better performing lenses, but they generally cost 700 or 1300.  I'm in the market for the 1300 lens right now, but I could not see getting rid of the 55-250mm for anything but a truly substantial upgrade.
2185011
This was a bargain for under $40 around Christmastime. Excellent first telescope, sighting is easy to learn, good picture. And if you want to buy more lenses, these take the same diameter lenses (1.25") as the more expensive telescopes (but not the gigantic observatory-quality 2" diameter lenses), not the tiny (7/8") cheap-telescope lenses.

This means that if you become more interested, you can start to improve your viewing by buying some nice Tele Vue brand lenses -- because, face it, the crispest view will take expensive lenses -- (like maybe a few plossl lenses http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001GO16M/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 of various sizes, maybe a barlow 2xhttp://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0001GJCIE/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1)
  ... and later if you buy "up" to more expensive telescope (whether it's a Dobson, an SC reflector, or a refractor), you'll be able to use the same quality Tele Vue lenses (or whatever brand you prefer.)

And even after you have your more expensive telescope, this is a highly portable, easy to set up, not too hard to re-collimate (Celestron has a good collimation eyepiece for low cost, with step-by-step instructions http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00009R7RJ/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 ) scope to grab and go.

BUT - even without buying anything else, this has all you need to get started with some nice views of the moon, or planets in our solar system, and to start to appreciate the night sky a little more.
2139864
Great goggle for the price.  Came with an extra lens (amber).  Not the easiest lens to switch, but much easier than my Dragon's which these replaced.  Integrates perfectly with my Maze helmet.
620011
Comfortable, clear and safe goggles.  Great value.
2826449
Nice entry level FPV headset - Image is a little distorted towards edges due to lens in the goggles - connects to all my FPV drones very well and works great at a fraction of the cost of Fatshark goggles.  I also have Fatshark Teleporter goggles and most people I have flown with actually prefer these Eachine goggles!  Defiantly recommend Eachine for discount entry level racing drone equipment.
4586522
These glasses are a good deal for the price point.  The lenses are quite free from distortion and they do a good job at removing the glare while permitting useful light to pass through.  The 'sweat block' is proving to be a great idea; I use these primarily for cycling, and the 'buffer' between the frame and forehead not only deflects some sweat from running into the eyes, but allows for good ventilation of the lenses so they are less prone to fogging up.
The packaging is excellent, comparable to what you'd get with a much more expensive set of glasses.  Included is a hard zippered case and microfiber sack/cloth.
I do have a wider face than average, and these fit just about perfectly.
I probably have a dozen pairs of sub-$100 glasses due to the fact that I have a knack for breaking/losing/scratching my shades frequently.  Of the bunch, these are my favorite.
2947282
Im generously referring to myself as a novice skier and chose these for my teen son who will using them in the upcoming week(s).  Id looked for goggles that would fit over his regular glasses after previously watching him with trepidation as he went downhill again and again with only those on an no other protection over them, but didn't want to lay out a lot of money for a pair that might get absent-mindedly tossed aside at the end of the day and/or stolen.  These seemed a good market-entry choice and WILL-WILL generously offered these to me gratis.

Being a novice, Im not sure if all ski goggles are flexible (I was expecting them to be solid and rigid,) but these have some bend to them.  You can give them a slight twist, and theyll make a squeaky-crunchy sound accordingly.  That said, they don't seem to crack and the foam hasn't come unfastened by doing so, though I don't think Id make a point of continuing to test them in this manner, especially under cold weather conditions.

Initially, I wasn't crazy about the visual acuity while wearing these, but just gave them another try AFTER Id removed the inside protective film from the lenses.  I had read about this in other reviews and forgot nonetheless after excitedly opening up the package.  REMOVE THE FILM.  It makes a tremendous difference.

Another reviewer had a problem with the elastic on her pair, so Ill add that our pair is just fine  the print is right side up.  And although I thought these goggles would look hugely out of place on my sons noggin, they dont.  Im very happy with these and especially like that they came with not only a hard-sided zipper case, but a drawstring pouch and even a cleaning cloth, though I do not love the slight chemical smell given off by one or some of these components at this time (I'd subtract 1/2 star for this if I could.)  Perhaps this shall pass with additional out-of-packaging airing.

Everyone is the family has tried these on and all have expressed that they seem like theyd be comfortable to wear for longer periods of time. The elastic feels strong but not confining, and has non-stick squiggles to keep it secure over helmets (yea!)  No one experienced any squished noses or problem breathing while wearing them, or any issues with the lenses fogging up.  If this should change under continued use or other weather conditions, Ill update this review accordingly.

The only thing that might have been nice is if the lenses were polarized, though now that Im doing even more research on ski goggles, polarization might not be all that for our situation.  These seem to have qualities one would want in a goggle  100% polycarbonate lenses for shatter resistance, spherical lenses for less distortion  at a reasonable price of $37.99 as of this writing.  As it now stands, I am happy with these and look forward to giving them an extend trial under harsher weather conditions.
1355774
My first bag for the G1, kit lens and 20mm was a ThinkTank Holster 10. It is a well constructed bag but limited in what can be carried.

With a growing collection of lens and extras I started searching for a bigger bag. I wanted it as small as possible for what I needed while offering protection and the ability to sling it over a shoulder and shoot out of it.

After much searching and comparing at price points from $250 down, I decided that the humble and low priced ($39.99) Tamrac Explorer 2 might fit the bill.

It offers a reasonable level of protection, has a zipper closed top under the buckled flap, and decent flexibility. i also purchased the Tamrac medium sized flash pocket that secures to the Explorer 2 with room for another accessory case on the other end. The lens pocket is perfect for the Oly FL36R with diffuser and room for a case with 4 extra AAs. I did replace the lace-on shoulder strap with a much more comfortable swiveling snap-on Op/TECh.

The four lens listed below fit well in their soft cases with any one of them being able to be mounted and fit in the center of the three divided compartments.

What I fit in this case:
G1
14-45mm , 20mm, 45-200mm 7-14mm; any one of them mounted

Fl-36R Flash in accessory pocket, flash stand, stofen , Oly reflector, case with 4AAs
Filter case, covers for body and lens rear,
2 lens pens, and cloth,
Cactus wireless remote shutter releae, camera to TV cables
OP/TECH wrist strap and harness.

There is still room for a few small items with out it bulging.
2865712
Celestron Oceana 8x42 Monocular, Black. I read all of the other reviews and decided to purchase this monocular. I have had good luck with quality optics from Celestron before, so I felt confident going into the purchase. It arrived as promised ( Amazon is very good at shipping ). I took it into the field to test it and found the optics to be bright and sharp, easily focused and really not too big or heavy, as was noted in other reviews taking into account its design. The compass works in the bottom of the image and really does not interfere that much with the view. I have not worked with the reticle that helps determine the height of an object, but will work on that. I plan to compare the compass with a known accurate compass and will report on it in a later update. Apparently the compass is for taking readings relative to the viewer. I like the fact that the optics incorporate a BAK4 prism and that the optics are fully multi-coated. The monocular is water proof and comes with an adequate case and lanyard. All in all, I am quite happy with the purchase, at abut half of the MSRP. I think that for the money, it is unlikely you will find a better value in a monocular that is this feature endowed. I assign this product a review rating of four stars for delivering a lot of functional technology for the money. Techno-geeks, of whom, I am one, are going to love this monocular.
1296175
Loving these, already have had several compliments on them; I have bought several "vintage rounds" but almost always the lenses are a tad too big for my taste (2") ... or the quality is crapola (I know, you get what you pay for, but unless I need some massive protection/endurance condition lenses, I am not going to fork over more than $20-$30 tops for shades, and more like $15 is a comfy spend -screw your $100+ Oakley's, etc. for what they're used for in my world) These are not the tiny tip-of-the-nose hangers you see (which aren't really effective as actual sunglasses), the lenses aren't too big (about 1.75" - surprising how that .25" makes such a huge difference) but cover my eyes without being overbearing. You do need to get used to the side flares that end up looking like a clover leaf pattern around your peripheral and a bit of a blind spot. Beyond that, they are well built and seem quite sturdy, nice and dark and after bending the arms a tiny bit more over the ear they are snug and comfortable. Recommend for those who like the rounds and a bit of steam punk style without being over the top on that end.
2040188
If you are going birding or will be heavily using your optic I'd look for a better pair of binoculars, but if you need an inexpensive, small, and light optic to clip onto your belt and use occasionally, this will fit the bill. The view is surprisingly clear and bright for the size and especially the price. This isn't a toy, it's actually a decent optic.

It's also not 10x, but appears to be more like 6x after comparing against my other 10x, 8x, and 7x optics. This is actually a good thing, because holding a 10x monocular steady is difficult. This gives enough magnification to see what you're looking for without being too much and magnifying your hand shake.

Depth of focus is deep enough that you can set the focus and not have to mess with it much. It has a twist out lens cup so it can be used with or without glasses. The belt clip is handy to keep it attached to your belt or pack without having to use a strap. It has an removable front lens cap than can be easily flipped down while still being attached, or at this price you could just carry it an not worry too much about scratches.

I haven't used the Vortex monocular, but comparing against their binoculars, I doubt this is much different or worse than the Vortex 8x25 which costs 2.5x more. A Zeiss or high end will certainly beat this, but for occasional viewing this works.
1893917
I purchased this monocular through another website so I won't specify the price, but it was a good discount to the Amazon price of $119 at the time of this review.  Amazon's price has fluctuated between $116 and $119 during the 6 plus months I have waited to purchase it.

This monocular has the milliradian reticle which allows for range to object calculation.  It also has silhouettes in the rough shape of a human torso with pre-set distances in meters.  I didn't pay attention to the meters thing before ordering because I usually use yards, but it's not difficult to convert them.  Placing a person in the appropriate silhouette will help quickly approximate distances instead of using the milliradian calculations/formula.

The glass is very clear and the magnification is great.  The adjustments allow for fine tuning to your vision and obtaining a very sharp image.

The biggest complaint you'll likely see and i reiterate it is that with the large magnification, holding the monocular steady to take milliradian measurements is rather difficult. You'll need a stable base to set it against to be able to measure accurately.  As anyone who uses m-rads to calculate distance knows, this is an important variable to get right.  I have seen some reviews suggest that Vortex add a tripod mount/screw to the base and I think this would be a great idea.

If one is just using the monocular to view and see things, you will likely enjoy it and have no complaints.

If you were not aware, Vortex has a lifetime guarantee, no questions asked.  I have several of their products and consider all of them an excellent price/quality value.  I am not affiliated with Vortex in anyway.
2325065
Well built and high quality without getting crazy expensive... great as a first (or maybe second) optic.
3412414
Amazon really cam through is getting them to me quickly after the USPS / UPS lost the first pair.
These are what I expected. I have other Celestron binoculars so the quality is decent enough in this price range. No issues with fit or finish and adjustments are really smooth and not tight. I would recommend these to anyone especially in this range.

PROS: Good quality all around. Good size too and not too heavy. Focusing is easy and smooth. Great entry level binoculars at a good price.

CONS: Strap and carry bag are terrible as they always seem to be. Tripod mount is good but the screw cap is plastic with plastic threads. Take care is removing and reattaching.

NOTEABLES: Invest in a good hard shell case with some pick-n-pluck foam.
482990
I have been a fitness swimmer for many years and have tried a variety of goggles, some of them fairly expensive.  I have been using this Aqua Sphere model for three months now and find it excellent -- much better range of vision than the mass-distributed brands, comfortable to wear, and rarely leak (which was a problem for me with the big name brands).  They are a few dollars more than the widely distributed ones and worth every penny.  How well a particular goggle fits depends upon the size and shape of ones face.  For me, these are terrific!
3076378
These glasses/goggles are a very simple product, and that's a good thing.  They are basically a curved lens, with a strip of foam padding glued all round the perimeter of the lens, including over the nose (ie. no different rubber or plastic nosepiece). The goggles attach to your head with a narrow elastic adjustable strap. And that's it. No frills. There is a small ventilation hole near the outside of each side side, where the strap attaches, which does a decent job of preventing fogging up, provided you have even a little headwind.

Essentially they are exactly what I needed. Very minimalist, and fit nicely within my full-face paragliding helmet, with the strap on my head inside the helmet.

I have fairly long eyelashes. The lens sits far enough away from my face so that my lashes do not touch the lens, which was annoying with other close-fitting glasses/goggles I have tried.

So far, optical clarity seems OK.  Not the best I've ever used, but definitely fine for me (paragliding), where I need to be able to see far, and distinguish small details on the ground, and in the air.  So far, so good.

I do wish that the foam along the lower part of the lens was a bit thicker, or that it was biased "down", away from the top of the lens.  It tends to flatten and/or fold upwards, with the result being the lens basically sitting on my cheekbone. After long use, I know that this will produce some discomfort, possibly chafing. We'll see.

Overall, I'm happy with them so far.  And for the price, I do not think you can go wrong, even as an experiment.