Product Description: Lightweight and powerful,the 10x30 IS delivers the benefits of Canon's refined and active Image Stabilization. Comes with a handy Case, Neck Strap and a set or batteries.
Take the shake out Buck Fever ^ Let's face it, no matter how many big game animals you see your heart starts thumping and your breathing is labored. That's usually when you need to decide whether it's time to shoot or pass. Another common scenario is glassing out west and trying to decide if you should make a 1/2 mile stalk while straing to get a good view of the rack.
I assure you these things work. I have had mine for 4 or five years. I have two pairs of rechargable batteries. I don't think I have ever had to change fully charged batteries in the same day.
Where they are noticably lacking is low light at the very beginning and end of the day. My Nikon Monarchs are much better for those 10-15 minutes and that can be a big deal. I wish they had 10 x 40's. They already weigh more than regular bino's so adding a few ounces for improved low-light viewing would make them 5 star.
Good performance but unable to handle marine environment ^ I knew these were not waterproof, but they don't seem to have any water resistance at all. Used them for 2 summers on the boat and the IS system stopped working. They didn't get dunked in water and the optics are fine; just being the salt air apparently was bad enough. And the estimated repair cost (out of warranty) is out of line with their cost. So will try anther brand since their waterproof version is so much more expensive.
Bird watching heaven ^ I purchased Canon 10x30 Image Stabilization Binoculars w/Case, Neck Strap & Batteries binoculars for my wife. She has had many pairs of binoculars and now we are in the golden ages of our lives, she found the binoculars she had to be to heavy for walking around in the woods, not really clear and with slight tremors in her hands focusing was becoming an issue. The Canon 10x30 Image Stabilization Binoculars w/Case, Neck Strap & Batteries fit the bill for the perfect binoculars for her to bird watch with. Right after we got the binoculars we went into the woods for several hours and she was thrilled.
Really nice binocs ^ These are great binocs. The image stabilization affects the quality and ability to focus a bit but it works very well.
I like the design very much and the carrying case is good.
I am totally satisfied with my purchase and the delivery
Excellent for Bird Watching on a Hike ^ Yes, they're a little costly, and they aren't so light that you'll forget you've got them hanging from your neck. Also, they won't take abuse; they really resent being dropped, they are afraid of the water, and they don't respond well to being spanked or shaken.
So why might you need them? 1. The optics are extremely good; stick to canon and Nikon, and you'll be okay. 2. The Image Stabilization is effective; it gives you enough of an edge to find feather details etc. that you'd miss without IS. If you have a hard time holding binoculars steady enough, this edge will be worth double. 3. The Canon guarantee is long-lasting and, in my experience, Canon service is prompt and thorough. I do note that a couple of one-star reviewers would beg to differ.
These are probably the cheapest IS binoculars that are worth considering. Otherwise, choose your binos by some other criterion, but stay away from Bushnell and don't expect great optics from ultra-cheapos.
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