has anyone used this for birdwatching? if so, how did you like it and how was the color
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I use the scope for target shooting. Low power vey clear at 25 yards, but gets a little blurry as you increase power at that range. At 100 yards all powers are very clear for general sighting. Have't tried on small objects past 25 yards tho.
743065
This is a great product. I love seeing the birds through our kitchen window, and we have two so we really have a good time when it's time for them to head south. I haven't had any problems with mine. The suction cup works, the tabs are fine, so I'm not sure what happened with the ones who gave it bad reviews. I would not only recommend it, I have purchased some for family members, who also love them.
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Please visit this very informative website: http://www.birdwatching-bliss.com/nikon-monarch-binoculars.htmlThey have a good comparison of several Nikon Monarch binos, charts and videos. Happy birding!
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.
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I have been looking into buying one of the two as well. One of my interests is birds. The have the highest zoom Nikon 36 zoom and canon 35 zoom and all in one piece. Does anyone use either for birding?Thank you!
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I've been using this binocular for spotting birds or watching objects. The optics quality is better than than 300mm telephoto lens. One problem I found is that seeing objects for few a short period of time, i.e. over 20 seconds, develops shaking scene by slight hand movement. A monopod with binocular adapter will fix this, which I gonna try.
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Well, since I don't shoot, I use it more for a telescope. You can see things from 40 feet away or look at the moon... spotting scopes were developed to spot wild game and to see where you hit your target for long distance rifle or pistol sighting at a shooting range. It's a little cumbersome for bird watching, but it works great if you have a place to sit still and watch birds... hope this helps. The answer is, I use mine quite a lot... I watch my cattle from our hilltop house, etc. and enjoy it.
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Yes, my son uses them to bird watch and they help see the birds in more detail.
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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
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I use the 100mm for shore birds. It has a long reach to see far off birds. It's great to use when you have a car. If you're hiking, it'll be too cumbersome for any long distance. It's great when you're driving though a nature preserve or a park. It's quick to set up and you will see things no one else could think of seeing. I've had people ask me what are you looking at? I'm looking at that bird in the tree just past the lake. I can't even see the lake. That's why I have the 100mm, I can see the lake, the tree and the painted bunting in the tree.
1844557
This is a nice scope for the money. It is my second one. However, it does not have viewfinder if that is important to you. I use it for viewing wildlife and birds and take it with me everywhere.
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I own this scope and several of their eyepieces, primarily for Birding, but happened to "check out some stars" one early evening and was quite amazed at what I saw. One of the reasons I selected this scope was for its highly rated eyepieces, supposedly well-liked by those interested in astronomy. Good viewing!
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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.
2183880
Great for birdwatchers, lightweight, compact. Purchased the special harness from Amazon which takes weight off neck.My wife loves these binoculars.
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I bought them for my 14 year old son, he says they are great for bird watching. I picked the magnification levels based on info from a birding publication as the best for the price. We haven't been disappointed.
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These binoculars are very clear and do well in low light but they are not high power. If he is looking at birds around the lake and near shore, these would be great. However, a spotting scope would be a better choice if he wants to look at birds far out on the lake. A scope would have a higher magnification so that a tiny spot turns into an identifiable bird. These binoculars are not high power but are great for warblers, winter birds at the feeders... I'm bringing mine to Belize where I will use the water proofing and low light features. For general birding I recommend them very highly. For distance birding, a scope would be the way to go. These binoculars are very clear and do well in low light but they are not high power. If he is looking at birds around the lake and near shore, these would be great. However, a spotting scope would be a better choice if he wants to look at birds far out on the lake. A scope would have a higher magnification so that a tiny spot turns into an identifiable bird. These binoculars are not high power but are great for warblers, winter birds at the feeders... I'm bringing mine to Belize where I will use the water proofing and low light features. For general birding I recommend them very highly.... » Read More These binoculars are very clear and do well in low light but they are not high power. If he is looking at birds around the lake and near shore, these would be great. However, a spotting scope would be a better choice if he wants to look at birds far out on the lake. A scope would have a higher magnification so that a tiny spot turns into an identifiable bird. These binoculars are not high power but are great for warblers, winter birds at the feeders... I'm bringing mine to Belize where I will use the water proofing and low light features. For general birding I recommend them very highly. For distance birding, a scope would be the way to go. « Show Less
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I purchased these for wildlife viewing on a fall Alaska cruise and I am very happy with the quality and clarity. After comparing several brands and models, I don't know of another bino that compares at this price point. They were recommended on a few bird watching web sites as a best buy and now that I own a pair, I agree. Image quality is sharp and clear, even at close range. Eye relief is excellent with and w/o glasses. Weight is as expected with quality optics and lens covers are easy to use. I think the 8x is great for bird watching, 10x may have been better for the cruise. I've had no issues or problems. I purchased these for wildlife viewing on a fall Alaska cruise and I am very happy with the quality and clarity. After comparing several brands and models, I don't know of another bino that compares at this price point. They were recommended on a few bird watching web sites as a best buy and now that I own a pair, I agree. Image quality is sharp and clear, even at close range. Eye relief is excellent with and w/o glasses. Weight is as expected with quality optics and lens covers are easy to use. I think the 8x is great for bird watching, 10x may have been better for the cruise. I've had no... » Read More I purchased these for wildlife viewing on a fall Alaska cruise and I am very happy with the quality and clarity. After comparing several brands and models, I don't know of another bino that compares at this price point. They were recommended on a few bird watching web sites as a best buy and now that I own a pair, I agree. Image quality is sharp and clear, even at close range. Eye relief is excellent with and w/o glasses. Weight is as expected with quality optics and lens covers are easy to use. I think the 8x is great for bird watching, 10x may have been better for the cruise. I've had no issues or problems. « Show Less