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Kahles 10X42 vs. Pentax 10X43 |
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lcwill1
Optics GrassHopper Joined: June/23/2005 Status: Offline Points: 1 |
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Posted: November/09/2005 at 06:12 |
Hi,
I am ready to purchase a new set of binoculars, but I cannot decide on the the Kahles or the Pentax SP. I have looked at the optical rating scale and it appears that users rate the Kahles higher than the Pentax SP. I would like to know why? For example, compare durability, warranty, and optical quality ( I can't tell the difference between the two).
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ranburr
Optics Master Joined: May/16/2004 Status: Offline Points: 1082 |
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I own the Kahles. It certainly appears to be of more durable construction for years of useage. Warranty wise, I have registered mine, but never needed to use it. I have never heard anything bad about the Kahles warranty system. Optically, the SP does seem to offer a little better true color representation. While the Kahles works noticeably better in low-light conditions. If you are a hunter, get the Kahles. If you are a birder, get the Pentax.
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gremlin
Optics Apprentice Joined: February/16/2004 Location: left of center Status: Offline Points: 115 |
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I'm a birder AND a hunter.
I chose the Kahles for the same reasons as ranburr.
Unbelievably tough--I've put mine through torture tests (unintentionally; just clumsy) and they're as good today as the day I bought them off the SampleList.
Great low light response, excellent contrast in shadows, and tremendous, sharp center image that holds it's own out to 90% of the field of view.
Love mine, wouldn't trade 'em for anything new of comparable value. |
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Rusty
Optics Apprentice Joined: April/12/2004 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 147 |
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Pentax vs Docter
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How would the Docter bino compare to the Pentax DCF SP for hunting? Is the Docter better in low light conditions?
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ranburr
Optics Master Joined: May/16/2004 Status: Offline Points: 1082 |
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The Docter is better in low-light conditions. My only concern with Docter would be warranty. But, they are so cheap now I would go ahead and get one if I wanted it.
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chasseur106
Optics Journeyman Joined: March/12/2004 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 137 |
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Hello, Has anyone tried, like me, to be happy without spending a whole new wad of cash on a pair of binocs? What I mean to say is, that until I get on this forum, I am quite content to use the two pairs of binoculars that I currently own for everything. I have a Predator 8X30 Steiner, and also a Cabela's 12X50 and normally they do everything that I ask of them. Then I get the urge to go to the local gunstore or check out what people are chatting about on this forum or that forum and I end up wanting to go and buy another binocular. Except this time it would be one of the more expensive types.. I really want to just be happy with what I have, but I am finding that a hard proposition to keep. If I were to buy another pair, they would be in the higher end of things for me, anyway, $800.00 + = not sure if I need them?? So I am going to be happy with what I have for a few more months, before I were to plop down $800.00 + for something that I cannot find a justification for owning. I hope the rest of you do not get into this dilemma. SEB |
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