Canon IS (15x50) Binocular

Pros: Excellent optics, effective stabilization
Cons: Bulky, heavy, inadequate neckstrap

I've been using the Canon 15x50 IS for about a month now, mostly for nighttime stargazing. I've been using high quality 10x50, 8x56 and 7x50 binoculars for this purpose for over a decade. Binoculars offer wide views and bright images for backyard ...

Pros: Power Image stabilised great view awe factor
Cons: heavy and big field of view for moving objects price

These binos are good for getting up close and personal with intended objects. The IS works reasonably well and the image is clear. The ability to see across the water for miles the great detail and the view of the moon is nothing less than spectacular. ...

Pros: Sharp images; very good color correction; smooth and accurate focusing; water resistant.
Cons: Image stabilization very good, but not "perfect"; a bit pricey; slightly heavy.

Having owned or viewed through virtually every brand of binocular out there, I guess you could consider me somewhat of a binogeek. I purchased the Canons primarily for astronomy, but find them great for terrestrial use as well. First off, image ...

Pros: Size, Weight, Feel, Design, Optical Quality
Cons: Image Blur

I evaluated the Canon 15 X 50 IS AW's for 2 weeks. They are a well constructed with ergonomics in mind. The new stabilization button is a great improvement from the former models. The focus knob is smooth a silk. The size, weight, feel, design and...

Pros: Optical Quality, Edge Sharpness, excellent stabilization
Cons: eyecups could be better

I bought these binoculars for daytime and astronomical night viewing. I just spent an hour using them at lunch and am extremely impressed with their optical quality. I find that I can handhold them relatively well, and with the stabilization on, the...

Pros: 50mm objective lens for night, image stabilizer, 5min shutoff timer, quality optics
Cons: high price (but comparable to other good units) no battery life indicator.

If you intend to spend a chunk of money on a GOOD pair of binoculars and are looking at high end names like Zeis or Swarovski then you owe it to yourself to consider spending some of that money on the gyro stabilized canon 15x50IS model. I also have the ...