Does "Sport Optics" mean it is a birding bino or is it suitable for checking on cattle, deer hogs etc.?
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To nbs:This is a high quality nikon binocular which can be used for birding, hunting, watching motor sports or even football or soccer games. The 8x42mm has a wider field of view as compared to the 10x42mm so it may be more useful for you to spot those animals if you are looking for deer or hogs in an open field. The optics are bright, and please check on the weight if you plan to hang them on your shoulders or neck for a long period of time.
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To nbs: This is a high quality nikon binocular which can be used for birding, hunting, watching motor sports or even football or soccer games. The 8x42mm has a wider field of view as compared to the 10x42mm so it may be more useful for you to spot those animals if you are looking for deer or hogs in an open field. The optics are bright, and please check on the weight if you plan to hang them on your shoulders or neck for a long period of time.
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We have not used them yet, but the field of vision is pretty good, so I imagine they will be fine.
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Sport optics is a generic category; it means optics for shooting, hunting, bird watching etc. You need to decide on what you want in a binocular. Start with field of vision; zoom power, weight, brightness, eye relief and maybe more like their being waterproof. Go to your local sport shop and try a few out. I have the Nikon monarch and use them for event watching (stage performances), nature viewing (birds and animals both still and moving) and hunting. Very pleased with them.
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I'm sorry. We bought that as a gift for someone, but I understand from their comments about whale watching and other activities that it would be very suitable for your purposes. The recipients think it is great.
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It all depends...the two stock zoom lens that come in the package are fine for birds within a large backyard area on trees and feeders...if your looking to take pics of eagles etc. at great distance an upgrade to longer zoom or focal length will be needed..but the camera itself is fast enough to handle good outdoor/wildlife pics. for an entry level.
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Yes but if you focus the NVG's for close range it will not be clear if you look up and far away. I use mine Hog hunting and I do use them walking in and out of the stand. The only issue I have is if I try to look out past about 40 yards when they are focused at close range.
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I use these binoculars for hunting. I find them very usefull for the price also in low light.
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No to both. The optics are plastic and they are much like toy binoculars that you would buy for a child. The images are fairly dark in daylight, you lose the image completely in low light and photos are very poor quality. This should be a curiosity buy only (because they are inexpensive). Do not purchase this item if you are looking for binoculars or camera to use in the field.
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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
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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.
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That's what I use it for. In fact, I killed a deer with it last night. It is very accurate.
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If you're using these on the water it would seem that you might consider the marine style. However, I love these for viewing deer and other animals in the forest. Very easy to focus these binoculars. I would give them a rating of 9 out of 10.
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I use it to photograph birds and other wildlife. It's a great zoom. I highly recommend it.
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I would have to look back at my information but I can say these are fantastic small binoculars. They are not the best for birding because they do not have the width of field you may want but otherwise I do like them very much.
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Yes, they are a great mid-range priced pair of binoculars for bird watching, were recommended by Bird Watchers Digest
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The magnification is idea for sporting events. I would not consider any stronger magnification. These are very high quality binoculars with some special features ideal for birding (e.g. fully coated Nikon optics). You may not need such optics for a well lit sporting event, but they will make the viewing experience superior to lesser binoculars (if you can afford the cost). Fully coated optics which gather much more light than typical uncoated optics. This makes for a much brighter image. Ideal for low light and back-lit birding. Do not go any stronger for a sporting event otherwise you will be focused on too narrow of a range. The magnification is idea for sporting events. I would not consider any stronger magnification. These are very high quality binoculars with some special features ideal for birding (e.g. fully coated Nikon optics). You may not need such optics for a well lit sporting event, but they will make the viewing experience superior to lesser binoculars (if you can afford the cost). Fully coated optics which gather much more light than typical uncoated optics. This makes for a much brighter image. Ideal for low light and back-lit birding. Do not go any stronger for a sporting event otherwise you will... » Read More The magnification is idea for sporting events. I would not consider any stronger magnification. These are very high quality binoculars with some special features ideal for birding (e.g. fully coated Nikon optics). You may not need such optics for a well lit sporting event, but they will make the viewing experience superior to lesser binoculars (if you can afford the cost). Fully coated optics which gather much more light than typical uncoated optics. This makes for a much brighter image. Ideal for low light and back-lit birding. Do not go any stronger for a sporting event otherwise you will be focused on too narrow of a range. « Show Less
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We have the Monarch and are very happy with it for birding. Are just a tad heavier than we'd like but a good binoc for the $
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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!
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i use it to look at birds and wildlife around a nearby lake. For its size it comes apart and reassembles fairly quickly and easily fits in a hiking backpack(what i use to carry it)If the images are upside down make sure you assembled it correctly.
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I used it for bike riding, hiking, deer hunting,I think because of the fast movement you might have a little blurring, also the sky is a little bright, watch out shooting towards the sun but should be able to get some good shotsand good luck on the hunt