8x32 Nikon Venturer LX

CONS:
Naff case. Noticeable false colour.

BOTTOM LINE:
A remarkable little binocular. They cost about the same as the Leica 8x32 and provide a markedly brighter image which makes them a must on any short list.

The Nikon 8x32 HG (LX in America) binocular is ideal for the birder who does not want to carry too much weight.

10X42 SwarovskI Optik SLC

BOTTOM LINE:
Its called Swarovski. The whole presentation is fabulous. They are crisp, bright, and detailed. They fit your hand like a glove, and are just plain great. I shopped for months and the EL's are very nice and a little lighter, but not neccessary. I just could not see the optical difference spending another 350-400 dollars. And the SLC are smaller overall. More compact. I use them for deer and wildlife viewing. Primary reason is hunting, but looking is becoming alot more fun. You can see every hair or feather on whatever critter you are looking at. Save your money and get these. SUPER, LIGHT, AND COMPACT. SLC. Shop around. I found a dealer who gave alot of freebees and it made spending the extra $ worth every penny. WWW.OPTICSSPOT.COM I tried Kahles, Nikon, Leica. The Leica Ultravid is great too, but too expensive. Zeiss and Steiner are good, but not as good as Swarovski. The SLC is just a perfect product for the hunter who wants the perfect binocular, and you really need the 10 power. 8 is not enough.