8x32 VS 10x32 binoculars | Optics Trade Debates 

Good tips. Almost bought 10x42 but tried them in the store first- very shaky. Basically 10x42 are tripod binos. Ordered some 8x32- much less shake and good for hiking too!

I choose 8x here. Brighter and more stable image, as well as wider field of view.

Good basic information. I think 8 power is better for most people and most situations. I have 8X32, and they are great for suburban neighborhood viewing, football games, backyard birds, and travel. 10 power may be more appropriate for birding if you have strong hands and forearms. If possible, borrow a pair of each and try them before purchasing.

I was lucky enough to purchase a dealer used Swarovski EL 10x32 in Cape May and I also have the Leica Noctivid but I always take the EL's when I will be out field birding all day. The weight is a big issue. Also, I can hold the EL's easily with one hand. It is the perfect field bin.

I already have 8x42 and 8x25 I want 1 more with more Mag. Should i go foe 8x30/32? Or 12x42?

It’s a personal thing but if I felt the need for more magnification I wouldn’t hesitate to buy 10x as in reality unless you are on a boat there’s very little difference in the effect of ‘shake’ between 8 & 10x. I regularly use 7x & 10x but notice no difference in ease of use as regards ‘shake’.

Very thorough comparisons. Thank you for the excellent information.

Thanks for the excellent video. Personally, I find that on occasion, the 8x magnification provides best stability for detail recognition which 10x may obscure, when tracking a moving target as an example, or particularly when studying more distant birds in motion. Thank you again.

Excelent comparison between this two magnification values. Now i´m more confident to choose between 8 and 10 for my use.

Thank you helpful review

And how long it gets you to get experienced, buy 8x and then in a month look for 10x ?

Why mention hunting, why not talk about nature watching? 🤬

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