Nikon Sportstar EX 10x25DCF

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At my first look-through I instantly remembered why I wasn't impressed before. Eye relief is just terrible, only 10mm. So although the FOV is (on paper) impressive at 429 ft., there was just no way I am going to ever get even close to seeing all the way to the edges with my glasses. This by itself, would be a deal breaker for me and I just can't understand what Nikon is thinking. Among the binoculars with which I am familiar, this is the one with the second lowest eye relief (the worst is the compact WindRiver Mesa with only 9mm!) If your viewing preferences revolve around water sports, it makes sense to seek out binoculars that are resilient in wet conditions. The Nikon Sportstar EX 10×25 is well-suited for such scenarios, as it is designed to withstand water exposure, ensuring reliable performance regardless of the weather conditions. These ergonomically designed binoculars are covered with rubber armour to give you the firmest grip possible, even in adverse weather. Multilayer-coated lenses deliver superior light transmission for bright, clear images with well-balanced colour.

I don't know your budget or your product availability but, if you are looking for compacts to satisfy your IPD needs (which probably rules out the reverse porro models,) then you might want to take a look at these: Bottom line is. These are great compacts at a great price, not to mention that they are roof prisms which are more difficult(expensive) to produce. That is assuming one doesnt wear glasses...Ill have to note that in further recommendations. Multilayer-coated lenses deliver superior light transmission for bright, clear images with well-balanced colourI had examined a Sportstar some months previously and did not remember liking them at all, but I gave them a second try while in Salt Lake City over the weekend. Here are my impressions. The large objective lens is gathers extra light, while the multilayer coating ensures minimum reflection, thus ensuring that you can see bright, vivid images even in bad lighting. Wide And Close Distance Viewing I'm not aware of any reverse-porro compacts that can be set below 56 mm except the Nikon 7x21 Sprint, which goes down to 54 mm (not much of an improvement, and not the best bino either). I'd love to learn about others, if they exist.

In summary, the Nikon Sportstar EX 10×25 could be a good option for those looking for comfortable, waterproof, and durable binoculars suitable for water sports, as well as everyday indoor and outdoor activities. With its premium performance, stability, and commendable magnification, it earns an overall rating of 4.5 out of 5. The versatility of this model makes it a well-rounded choice for a range of observational needs. However, one potential limitation of this model is its reduced low-light performance, attributed to the smaller objective lens size of 25mm. Smaller objective lenses capture less light, which can impact image brightness, particularly in low-light conditions. The Verdict I put these up against Brunton Lite Tech 8x25s. Both have exactly the same optical specifications. 429' fov / 65 deg afov / 10mm eye relief. Featuring a twist-type dioptre ring, these binoculars allows you to manually adjust the focus for each eye to give yourself the best overall image.Lenses – The lens has dust inside that may affect images. The rubber zoom/focus ring is coming away from the barrel of the lens.

First let me emphasize (just in case I haven't been clear before) that my little comparison matrix is highly subjective. It takes away points for things I don't like (e.g. low eye relief) and gives points for having things I like (e.g. the "right" magnification - 10x) etc. Noone but me could really use it effectively as it only represents my personal preferences. It has however, been immensely helpful to me in making comparisons. Waterproof (up to 2 m for 5 minutes) and fog-free with O-ring seals and nitrogen gas for added resistance to the elements Lucznik....you are right on. Obviously you know your stuff. I totally discounted eye releif as it is not a deal breaker with me as I dont wear glasses. This would increase the value of the Sportstars on "your" matrix. I am particularly fond of wide fov's aparent and true. This would also bring up the score. Devalue the waterproofness issue and phase coatings (non phase coated roofs can outperform phase coated due to other factors) and you can easily reach 90% maybe even 100% or as far fetched as it sounds 110%, depending on the individuals personal preferences. But quibbling over numbers in a matrix is not what Im about. In 2/3 and full-sized roofs of top quality, the only company which breaks the 56 mm barrier is Zeiss. The Conquest models go down to 54 mm, as do the full-sized FL models. The 2/3 sized FL models go down to 52 mm! I'm not sure that there are any other options in this category, at any price level, that can beat the Zeiss FL models w/regard to minimum IPD specs.

This new roof-prism binoculars boast a contemporary design that is both appealing and practical to users. Sportstar EX 10x25 binoculars are compact and lightweight, and thanks to their twin-hinged, foldable design the two models are easily portable. They are waterproof and fog-proof and can be used in a whole range of outdoor activities and weather conditions, including walking and mountaineering. Features These binoculars were built to withstand unexpected weather, accidental water bottle leakages and even being dropped in the river, so you won’t have to worry about wrapping them in cotton wool. Fog Be Gone! It has 10x magnification, making your subjects appear 10 times closer. If you do a lot of long-distance viewing and want to see more detail from farther away, the Sportstar EX 10×25 is a good choice. This device has a wide field of view that lets you see more of the area surrounding the observed subjects. This is particularly interesting for observing several subjects at the same time or fast-moving objects. Bushnell Custom 7x26 - 7.92 (while optically fantastic, it takes hits for low magnification, poor twilight factor, and no waterproofing.) If you want to observe a closer subject in intricate detail, such as a bug or bird, then you’ll need good close-focusing distance on your binoculars.