Swarovski Optik EL (8.5x42) Binocular Reviews

Swarovski Optik EL (8.5x42) Binocular

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  • Beautiful binoculars

    Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Sep 2, 2003
    Pros: Excellent optics, beautiful build and good design.
    Cons: A trace of chromatic aberration. Pricey - so what did you expect?

    Summary: Introduction The Swarovski 8.5x42 EL binocular is a premium quality full sized binocular from the prestigious Austrian optical company. It is already a best seller due to outstanding optics and ergonomics. Design and Build ... read more

  • Swarovski 8.5x42 Binocular

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Jun 2, 2003
    Pros: 7.4FOV, 8.5x & 42mm best choice for serious birder. Weight best of high $$ glass.
    Cons: None for birding. See comments.

    Summary: Best birding binocular hands down. Optics equal to or better than Leica, Zeiss, top Nikon line. 7.4 Field of View (apparent FOV), 8.5x Power and 42mm front glass best choice for serious birder. Great (8ft.) close focus. Weight best of the high priced ... read more

  • A great pair for birdwatching

    Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    May 15, 2003
    Pros: Comfortable to use, great color resolution and watertight to 13 ft.
    Cons: Price, focus turns, magnification.

    Summary: I've been a birdwatcher for about 20 years and this is my third pair of binoculars. I've owned them for about two years. I originally chose Swarovski because my dad has a pair of Swarovski SLCs and I fell in love with them. I paid about $(US)1,400 for ... read more

  • Not worth the money.

    Rated a Somewhat Helpful Review by the Epinions community
    Feb 14, 2003
    Pros: Great Optics
    Cons: Grossly Overpriced

    Summary: I'll spare everyone the boring detail. A. Yes, the Swarov EL's are outstanding binocs. Yes, the ergonomics are very good indeed. Yes, the view is remarkably clear. B. No, they aren't worth the extortionate price. C. For the ... read more

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  • Great Views Crystal Clear Optics

    Rated Show by the Epinions community
    May 18, 2004
    Pros: clarity durability, light enhancing ability.
    Cons: none

    Summary: We bought these binos after shopping around a bit and trying several other types, Leicas etc. The only complaint I hear is that the focus takes a few more turns to move from close in (about 8 feet) to infinity. We both have not found a problem with

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