Binoculars

Glad i Spent a little extra

These are great optics. Ill be honest i only have a few other to compare it too but i am endlessly impressed with these. I was going to go with the crossfires but when i saw that these were just a touch more and I really believe they are better it was a no brainer to pick up a pair. My wife has a competitors 10x42 that retail for around the same price and they are noticeably heavier and for whatever reason I can never quite get them to feel as clear as my Diamondbacks. So yet another win for ... read more Click to read full text of review titled "Glad i Spent a little extra". Vortex. Thanks for the great binos gang.

Great Product at a Great Price.

I purchased these several months ago, as an upgrade from some lower quality bushnell 10x42s. Love these, way clearer glass, and very compact and light weight. I was torn after having 10x42s in a another brand, I was tempted to get the 12x50 in this model, but after comparing them all side by side, just the improvement in the glass alone between the two brands was enough for me. The pic is a quick one taken holding an iPhone up to the eye piece, on a bobcat spotted in Big Ben National Park.

I was introduced to this product thru my brother-in-law. He has had his binoculars for a couple years. He does a lot of boating and sailing and loves his pair. When I first looked thru them I could not believe the clarity and steadiness of the Marine 7x50 Steiner product! I had to get a pair just like this, which I did. I love the field of view when looking thru them. Thank you Steiner Optics.

Excellent Binoculars

As soon as took them out of the box, I was impressed with the ease that my hands fit the binoculars. This design is very user friendly and allows secure grip. I followed the instructions in the booklet, focusing on a sign 100 + yards away and was delighted with the binoculars absolutely clear vision. The sports auto focus system works perfectly. I tried them again as it was getting dark and the lens still gave excellent celerity. This binocular is great for any outdoor task, that requires long ... read more Click to read full text of review titled "Excellent Binoculars". distance clear vision.

Half off

Bushnell is not my go to brand for optics. However I bought these on sale half off to leave in my truck and I think they are worth that for sure. Quality seems decent. Viewing is not crisp nor blurry. I would not pay $100 for these. Shipped from Acadamy Sports as usual on time and arrived in perfect condition (5 star). I would recommend to a friend for half off truck optics but not for important hunting expeditions.

Great gift!

My husband loves them! This was a great gift. Love the Camo!

Crisp Glass!!

I have a pair of Nikon 8x32 travel type binocs that I bought nearly 20 years ago as a photographer. I picked up the Aculon because I wanted a bit more power for looking downrange while long range target shooting. Out of curiosity I focused on a single point with both pair of Nikons and then swapped them to and from my eyes while focused on a single point......and the difference is UNBELIEVABLE. The small Nikons give a great picture, but when I put the Aculon up to my eyes, its as if you turned ... read more Click to read full text of review titled "Crisp Glass!!". the light on. I know my small Nikons are prob 20 years old, but I honestly thought the image comparison would be closer. The difference was NIGHT & DAY.....literally. I have always liked Nikon's glass because I learned a lot about their products while using their professional SLR lenses. It seems their commitment to excellent clear glass has carried over into their binocular line as well.

Nice binoculars except lens cap/cover attachments

Binoculars are very nice. The only thing that jumps out at you is the quality of the lens caps or lens covers. The eye piece cover is VERY loose and falls off easy ! The other thing I did not really like is that the objective covers do not stay attached when removed. You have to place them down or in your pocket or attach to the neck strap. Would like to see them just fold down and stay attached via retaining rings. Less likely to lose them. Eye piece cover easily falls off while walking or ... read more Click to read full text of review titled "Nice binoculars except lens cap/cover attachments". moving. Could lose them without even noticing.

Steiner Lite

I bought a pair of Steiner Champ 10X26 binoculars about a month ago. I already own a pair of Steiner Predator Extreme 10X42 binos which I have used for about a year and am immensely pleased with. I wanted a smaller pair of binos for carrying in the field but have had poor luck with other brands. When I saw the Champ, I tried them out in the store and was amazed at the clarity and sharpness of the view, and they are even better outdoors. They are far superior to any of my other "pocket-size" ... read more Click to read full text of review titled "Steiner Lite". optics. I am looking forward to using them this coming hunting season (and also at the upcoming Shania Twain concert).

Perfect backup

The 10x26 Champ has fast and easy focus, and is a great backup for longer treks when I do not want the size and weight of bulkier binos. Steiner just plain delivers on this one, with sharp optics and no noticeable eye strain. I highly recommend these for anyone who needs a compact binocular of very high quality.

Fantastic Clarity

I bought the M7 10x42's for my daughter. I chose this binocular over the competion for three main reasons; 1st - optical quality(clarity and light collection) was on par with binos costing twice as much, 2nd - setting the diopter and focusing was quick and precise, competitors binos had more play in the knobs, 3rd - the size and weight cause less fatigue during extensive use compared to my European binos. Very Happy!

Nikon is different than the competition

I just purchased the Monarch7 10x42 after four trips to the local sporting goods store to compare their huge selection of competing brands. The final comparison was at dusk, outside the store. After multiple frustrating attempts to see any significant difference between brands within the brightly lit store, I did the dusk test. Even then, it was difficult until close to darkness. However, Nikon was obviously superior in color contrast and sharp focus than the other brands. The store employee who ... read more Click to read full text of review titled "Nikon is different than the competition". was assisting agreed in the end, after he previously recommended another brand. He is now converted to Nikon. The others used for comparison were: Leupold McKinley, Zeiss Conquest, Vortex Razor and Viper. The superior look, feel and operation is a nice bonus.

Experienced Hunter and Bino User

Bought a pair after such good reviews. Have used extensively last week and surprised by quality of lenses. I use for white tail hunting and quick spotting. I’m very disappointed at how quick the lense fogs up. I spent more time clearing them and at critical times while viewing deer I would have to stop and clear. Going to have to return to my original pair and try these during summer

Great Nocs! Great for Vulture Watching

I tote these where ever I go now. They are small enough to pack with me, keep in my car, just have on hand when I want to check something out. They have fantastic range, very clear, and very easy to use. Recently I have been watching a bunch of turkey vultures gather on a large power line. <I was thinking that they were waiting to greet their masters my, vultures of a neighbor!>

High Recommendation

Great product. Comfortable eye pieces. Love the idea of clipping the lense covers to the straps. For months, I've been looking for a good pair of binoculars and I definitely found this to be THE ONE! Ironically, after 3 weeks of "procrastination", I went back to the store to find out that it was on sale! Obviously, bought it and I'm a very "happy camper"!!!

100 yards no problem

I wanted a binoculars that would allow me to see a bullet holes at 100 plus yards and not being crazy experience well this is it. Hope this helps you in your search.

Monarch 5

We had a Monarch 5 but damaged them during our move. Sent them to customer service. They sent “repaired” and sent them back without a fee. Not even for shipping. Excellent customer service and excited to spot some more fine feathered friends.

excellent Bino's in a small package.

Bought the monarch 5 10x42 ATB and love these. The view is crystal clear. I have bought several different kinds and i hard them. They go everywhere with me as i am a birder. been on hikes up mountains, in the canoe, so finally bought a waterproof pair. I looked through them yesterday and said to myself. WOW what a view. I have never said that before with any other bino. I bought a nikon Bino for my first pair and now i am back and a big believer in Nikon. I have had this particular pair for ... read more Click to read full text of review titled "excellent Bino's in a small package.". about 5 months now and love them every time i look through them.. Can not recomend them more.

Excellent!

I did a little research for binoculars used for bird watching. We have a couple blue bird homes in our backyard and wanted to see them up close. One web site reviewed top 5 binoculars reviewed by professional bird watchers. Different price points etc, these were number 1 in the under 200.00 category. What I wasn't expecting is how far out I can see birds up close. We have an acre in back of our house and can view birds very, very clear way up in some of the pine trees. Exceptional clarity!

Pretty good, could be clearer.

I have used these for over a year, and they are pretty good. They are not as clear as my scope, but it sure beats having to hold up a heavy gun to scan the field. They are about as clear as the first gen X-sight scopes. Overall I think they are very good for their intended use.

ATN binoculars

Work well for scanning, can easily identify animals out to a couple hundred yards in complete darkness. Great price

Sturdy product

Bought for our 7 year old grandson. He loves them!

Good Binoculars

The feel and grip of this product is just right. I never have had a 16 power Binocular, I am used to the 10 power, I am glad I got these. They are easy on my eye's. The eye cups rise and fall easily. The strap is right. Also the focusing is great. I would and recommend this product to every one who is looking for a full size bino with top notch features.

Nikon Quality at a good price

I bought this item at Academy about three weeks ago. I had a 10x50 Mead in which something inside the sealed unit broke loose (probably a spring) and dropped down in front of the lens blocking vision on the left side. I worked my way through every set of binoculars Academy had on display; none had the right combination of features until I got to the Nikon Aculon. The image was clear, focus was good, and the magnification was right. I wanted something that I could use on the rifle range to double ... read more Click to read full text of review titled "Nikon Quality at a good price". as a spotting scope. At 100 yards, 30 caliber holes are just barely visible, but adequate for me. I suspect they would visible at 200 as well if shoot-n-see targets were utilized. However, as good as they are, they are not rubber armored, so they are probably not waterproof. Owners needs to take care not to expose them to water. Still a good product, and hands down better than the Mead. If being used as a spotter, the user would be advised to get the tripod adapter available through Nikon and mount the binocular on a tripod, because at 100 yards, every time the user's heart beats the field of vision shakes and moves. Some method of steadying the binocular is needed.

Nikon 10x50 Aculon

Have a pair of Nikon 10x42 for a couple years which are great for deer hunting from my tripod stands. Purchased the 10x50 for my wife at a great discounted price for Christmas so now I can get my 10x42 back !!!!!

Good value, but diopter ring not Nikon quality

Good value, comfortable, sturdy, bright, clear, sharp optics. As the previous reviewer mentioned, the diopter ring is much too difficult to turn, a surprising oversight for Nikon. Still, best value for the money.

Hubby likes!

Got these for my Dad and my husband for Christmas, my husband loves them, said he could see the flea on the wall from across the room! We don't have fleas, so not sure what he saw, but he was very excited to have them.

These Nixon’s are awesome so clear unreal

These are the most clearest binoculars I’ve ever owned very proud to own them 10 hands up.

Great set of compact binoculars for price point!

I bought this set right before deer season. For a compact set, the optics are crisp and clear. The design feels and looks durable and rugged. Perfect for hunting field edges, cut-overs, and thinned pine rows.

nikon prostaff 7s

Excellent. Clear, great viewing area, able to identify deer better this season. 10x really worth it. Just enough weight to help steady viewing.

Nikon PROSTAFF 7s 10 x 42 Binoculars

The Best Buy for the money, I spent two mornings in Academy trying almost every binocular made and seeking advise from employees and customers. Everyone stated they thought for the money the Nikon Prostaff 7s 10 x 42 was the best. They have coated lenses that help reduce glare and a nice carrying case as well.

Clear little binoculars

Bought these for around 15 bucks with the sole purpose of keeping an eye on the target while everyone sighted in their rifles for hunting season and was pretty surprised at the clarity to be so affordable. Sure it's not like looking through a $300 set of binoculars but they don't cost but a fraction of that so I'm pleased.