Pentax Porro Prism Binoculars Up 8x21 Navy 61802 Multi Coating Lens with Case

I gave my wife the older version of this Pentax a few years ago, and we both really liked it. We are planning a vacation to Alaska and rather than bring my much heavier 10x 50's or 7x 35's, since I liked hers, I purchased the updated version with the diopter adjustment to the right barrel. B&H delivered quickly, even though I ordered at Passover time when they were closed. As promised, they processed my order when they re-opened and I had in a few days. The UP binoculars were clear right to the edge of the lenses, light & comfortable in the hands, AND...they are surprisingly bright. Very little shake with is design. Very happy camper here. Thanks B&H

I was between 10x and 8x on a budget set of binoculars. I had a set of 10x25mm that were in a similar price range, but the smaller magnification had a clearer image because the lower mag is easier to focus with. The compact size makes this easy to take around the city, to games, and on hikes. Great little carrying case and strap. The lenses are high quality. I spent about 45 minutes in the store trying 5 different binoculars, and settled on these for the value--the lenses are so clear and the whole case seems very sturdy compared to others that I tried.

I almost went for a larger pair of Pentax (I basically knew I would buy a Pentax based on my price range of under $100.00) but so glad I went in to the store where Robert at the binocular counter showed me these after I asked for the larger Pentax and an Olympus. These 8x21 are very good for eye glass wearers and are comfortable to hold and give a very good image. Took them to a concert already and they worked very well, including no noticeable eye fatigue. I am sure they will work for casual bird watching as well. If you are looking for a small compact pair of high quality binoculars, these are an excellent value. The one drawback is the carrying case they come in. I found it much too tight a fit and so will improvise with a slightly larger padded case. I did not ... MoreI almost went for a larger pair of Pentax (I basically knew I would buy a Pentax based on my price range of under $100.00) but so glad I went in to the store where Robert at the binocular counter showed me these after I asked for the larger Pentax and an Olympus. These 8x21 are very good for eye glass wearers and are comfortable to hold and give a very good image. Took them to a concert already and they worked very well, including no noticeable eye fatigue. I am sure they will work for casual bird watching as well. If you are looking for a small compact pair of high quality binoculars, these are an excellent value. The one drawback is the carrying case they come in. I found it much too tight a fit and so will improvise with a slightly larger padded case. I did not take a star off for that, however, since it is the binoculars that matter to me, not the case. I can always find another case.