Canon 18x50 IS or a Meopta 15x56 binoculars up to 1K yrds

[Rhed]

Anyone have any experience with these binoculars? Want to get a pair of binos now for for versatility and less weight/bulk besides just a spotter tool.

 

[IDbound]

I don't know that I would call the Cannon IS model less bulky unless the new models were put on a big diet. I have the 8x30 IS model and really like them as I have issues holding my binoculars steady enough to really see things in detail. I traded off some Swvorski glass and didn't feel I gave up much.

 

[Rhed]

I don't know that I would call the Cannon IS model less bulky unless the new models were put on a big diet. I have the 8x30 IS model and really like them as I have issues holding my binoculars steady enough to really see things in detail. I traded off some Swvorski glass and didn't feel I gave up much.

Well in comparison to a spotting scope which is bigger then a binocular. I wanted to get a actual spotting scope. Cause for awhile now, I’ve been using my camera lens. Which is ok except that it’s bulky. So want to get some binos. Here’s a old picture of my jimmy rigged spotting scope..

 

[Rhed]

Oops.. I notice I’ve posted this thread in the wrong section. Sorry guys.. hopefully admin can move it to observation section. Thanks

 

[bman940]

Here's a good review on Bird Forum, Once you look at the Meopta's there will be no going back, especially for the price.

Meopta 15x56 HD - Reviews and Information

Earlier today I posted links to two of the more useful reviews about the Meopta 12x50 HD (see: https://www.birdforum.net/showpost.php?p=3890490&postcount=12 ) This prompted me to look through the list of Meopta threads, and I noticed that there’s no obvious starting point for solid information...

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