Low Light Binoculars

[Equipment]

Hi Guys,

Joined this forum for some specific advice....I've looking to purchase a pair of low light - night time binoculars....

I was considering one of the Steiner NightHunter Extreme 8x56...is that the way to go? cos I don't know much about Binoculars...

Thanks for your help and advice.

 

[Saratoga]

Seeing as you didn't get a response and it was back in June; did you decide anything?

 

[Chasseur]

Hi I just saw this now. I have used Steiner Rangers since 2005. I cannot fault them. In terms of low light, I assume you are talking about dawn and dusk conditions. My rangers are 7 x50, I have used the 8x56 model in these but find them bulky in comparison to the 7x50. If you are using them for hunting or other rough stuff i would suggest just buying a pair of army surplus 7x50's or even 8x30's on ebay for 100-130 Euro, you won't go far wrong.

 

[Hibrion]

Check out Kaps. They are much cheaper than the leading European brand and in my experience are almost as good in terms of quality. My stalking buddy has a pair of 8x42, and they only cost about 400 and seem almost as good as the top euro binos costing 4 times as much. I'm saving up to buy a pair myself.