I just completed hands-on comparisons of several binoculars. In the test group were (in order of my preference):
Celestron TrailSeeker ED 8x32
Carson TD-832ED 3D series 8x32
Athlon Midas UHD (ED) (non-G2) 8x42
Hawke Frontier HD X 8x32
Sightron Blue Sky II 8x32
Vortex Diamondback HD 8x32
Athlon Talos 8x32
Starting with the Athlon Talos 8x32: last place in no way means these are poor bins. In fact, I kept these - and I may get another pair for my wife. Considering the low price, these are excellent (brightness and sharpness were very good), well-constructed, wide FOV (field of view), a little chunky yet semi-compact binos. Plus, Athlon offers a worry-free, no-fault warranty. I'll keep these laying around the house or in the car.
The next three, Vortex Diamondback HD, Sightron Blue Sky II and Hawke Frontier HD X, showed me I can tell the difference between ED and non-ED glass, as none of these have ED glass and that's primarily why they finished behind the top three. My advice: pay extra to get ED glass. ... Of these three, I liked everything about the Hawke's.. smooth focus wheel, good balanced and tactile feel in the hand, excellent case and worry-free, no-fault warranty. With its ED glass, I'd be willing to bet the Frontier ED X (I reviewed the HD X) would be my top choice, but at $450, it broke my $300-ish spending limit. Same goes for the Vortex Viper: a step up from the Diamondback for sure, but at a much higher price. I couldn't decide which I liked better between the Blue Sky and Diamondback (Vortex has a better warranty), I liked them both, just not as much as the Hawke.
The Athlon Midas UHD (now offered in a "G2" version) is not made in 8x32, so it was a little unfair to include this 8x42 here, but it showed me that although the lower-light capabilities of a 42 are nice, they come with extra bulkiness and I needed a smaller unit because I travel with my binoculars four days out of the week. If I had a slightly more stationary lifestyle, I might opt for the 8x42 version from all of these companies (among bird watchers, 8x42 is the most popular choice). This is an excellent bino with a wide FOV. I can see why they earned Wirecutter's current top binocular choice.
Even so, I felt the Carson 3D 8x32 was better still, but only by a very small margin. I vacillated between the Midas and the Carson 3D, but the lighter weight Carson won out for second place on my list (if you can, do your own tests). The FOV is not as wide as the Midas (392ft vs 426ft), and that is a negative. Even though it was up against a 42, the Carson seemed equally bright (sharpness was good with both). And, like the Vortex, Hawke and Athlon, it too comes with a worry-free, no-fault warranty. With easy focus acquisition and excellent viewing image, it would have been my keeper had I not sampled my top pick below.
Perhaps I just got lucky with this pair, but the Celestron TrailSeeker ED 8x32 was better than the others by a noticeable margin. I now know what it means when someone says the image "pops" when looking through quality glass. Every time I brought these to my eyes I was amazed at the bright, vivid, edge-to-edge sharpness and excellent color rendition - it surprised me every time. An additional plus is the slender construction. The only negative so far: like the Sightron, these have the old-school "materials and workmanship" warranty vs a customer-pleasing no-fault, worry-free warranty... plus, you'll pay shipping there and back if you have to send it in. ... We'll see how well they hold up long term, but, for the price, the image these provide is simply outstanding.
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TrailSeeker ED 8x32 mm Binocular
The ideal choice for serious bird watchers, nature observers, and outdoor enthusiasts. This mid-size, lightweight binocular delivers vibrant, razor-sharp views.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
ED Objective Lenses
Stunning images virtually free of defects like chromatic aberration—a difference you can immediately see and appreciate.
Fully Multi-Coated Optics and BaK-4 Prisms
All air-to-glass surfaces are fully multi-coated with our proprietary anti-reflective coatings, while the prisms feature phase and dielectric coatings for the brightest images.
6.5’ Close Focus
Perfect for birding as well as studying subjects in close proximity like insects and butterflies.
FEATURES AND BENEFITS
Bonus Accessories
You get a padded neck strap AND a supportive harness; when not in use, store your binocular in the carrying case.
Waterproof and Fogproof
Use your binocular with confidence in harsh weather conditions.
Tripod Adaptable
For extended viewing, secure the binocular to any user-supplied tripod with a ¼-20” connection.
Twist-up Eyecups
Twist mechanism with click stops allows you find the most comfortable viewing position with or without eyeglasses.
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| Price | $275.39 | $265.00 | $349.99 | $339.99 |
| Magnification | 8x | 10x | 10x | 8x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 32mm (1.26") | 32mm (1.26") | 42mm (1.65") | 42mm (1.65") |
| Angular Field of View | 7.8° | 6.2° | 6.5° | 8.1° |
| Linear Field of View (@1000yds / @1000m) | 410ft (137m) | 326ft (109m) | 340ft (113m) | 426ft (142m) |
| Eye Relief | 15.6mm (.61") | 14.4mm (.56") | 15mm (.59") | 17.2mm (.67") |
| Close Focus | 6.5 ft (2.16 m) | 8.2 ft (2.5 m) | 8.2 ft (2.5 m) | 6.5 ft (2.16 m) |
| Lens Coatings | Fully Broadband Multi-Coated | Fully Broadband Multi-Coated | Fully Broadband Multi-Coated | Fully Broadband Multi-Coated |
| Prism Glass (Type) | BaK-4 | BaK-4 | BaK-4 | BaK-4 |
| Prism Coating | Phase & Dialectric Coated | Phase & Dialectric Coated | Phase & Dialectric Coated | Phase & Dialectric Coated |
| Environmental Protection | Waterproof | Waterproof | Waterproof | Waterproof |
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| max magnification | 8 multiplier x | 10 multiplier x | 10 multiplier x | 8 multiplier x | — | — |
| field of view | 137 meters | 109 meters | 103 meters | 393 feet | 388 feet | — |
| focus type | Center Focus | Center Focus | Center Focus | Center Focus | Individual Focus | Center Focus |
| apparent angle of view | — | — | 65 degrees | 7.5 degrees | 7.4 degrees | 7 degrees |
| lens coating | Phase Coating | Phase Coating | Multicoated | Fully Multi-Coated | Phase Coating | Multi coated |
| diopter adjust range | ±3 diopters | +/-5 diopters | +-3 diopters | ±3 diopters | -3 to +3 | 14mm |
| eye relief | 15.6 millimeters | 14.4 millimeters | 15 millimeters | 17.8 millimeters | 17.5 millimeters | 18 millimeters |
| exit pupil diameter | 4 millimeters | 3.2 millimeters | 4.27 millimeters | 5.25 millimeters | 5.25 millimeters | 5.3 millimeters |
| objective lens diameter | 32 millimeters | 32 millimeters | 42 millimeters | 42 millimeters | — | 42 millimeters |
| binocular prism | Roof Prism | Roof Prism | Roof Prism | Roof Prism | Roof Prism | Roof Prism |
| zoom ratio | 8:1 | 10 multiplier x | 10 multiplier x | 8 multiplier x | 8 multiplier x | 8 multiplier x |
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 8.38 x 3.75 x 7.38 inches |
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| Item Weight | 1.1 pounds |
| ASIN | B08N5FB678 |
| Item model number | 71401 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #559 in Camera & Photo Products (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products) #291 in Binoculars |
| Date First Available | November 10, 2020 |
| Manufacturer | Celestron |
| Country of Origin | China |
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