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Bushnell H2O and the Hawke Nature Trek are the two I have shortlisted….. Thanks
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In reply to Post #1
I find 8x42 best for fishing use.
I’ve got the Bushnell H2O in this size and find them great.
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In reply to Post #23
Bushnell h20 8x42 are very good
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Perfect….. I think I’ll opt for an 8 X 42 set….. thanks all for the advice and comments…. Super helpful
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In reply to Post #21
its the higher magnification!
this affects the field of view and the higher you go the harder it is to keep still on the target thats why 8 x is about the optimum the bigger diameter end lenses just let more light in
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I understand the logic but doesn’t the higher you go up the heavier and more difficult it is to keep the Binoculars image still? I guess I’m looking for as lightweight and compact as possible without breaking the bank
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In reply to Post #17
the formula is you divide the end lens by the magnification the higher the number the better as it the brighter the image
so for instance 8 x 32 would give you 4 a
nd 8 x 42 would give you 5.25 a bigger number a brighter image that would be noticeable in low light conditions
my 55 years old Russian 7 x 50 are 7 !!!! thats why you can see things in near darkness
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In reply to Post #17
I would
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Maybe I should consider 8 x 42 then instead of 8 x 32
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I've had a pair of bushnell 10 x 50 for more years than I can remember. Yes they are bulky ,but when light levels drop you can see with them when you can't with the naked eye.
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I've had 8x25 and 8x40 for years and always thought 8x32 would be the sweet spot, so when I drove off with my 8x40 pair on the car roof and they flew off under the wheels of a van I got the 8x32s....
And soon after I bought another pair of 8x40. I find I use binos almost exclusively between dusk and dawn when 'carp fishing' and the smaller sizes just didn't cut it for me.
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I was advised by a bird watching friend many years ago to buy the Bushnell H20 8 x 25 at first I was very sceptical
as I didnt think the image would be bright enough but I was wrong on this model its just perfect since then the newer model of H20 ..8 x 42 is heavier bigger but brighter in low light
conditions
My opinion is the highest useful magnification for our use is 8 times with the optimum field of view as after that its harder to keep them still
and YES I have owned and used lots over the past 55+ years carp fishing
I still have an old favourite pair of Russian professional BNU USSR Helios 7 x 50 ZOMZ Binoculars with the green and red clip on filters
fantastic even in near darkness
that are totally awesome but they are heavy and massive so dont come out very much
and in my opinion monoculars are rubbish for carp fishing searching all over the lake with one eye 
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In reply to Post #1
Have you looked at a monocular half the size of binoculars
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In reply to Post #11
As well as the magnification and objective lense size look at the angle of view, a wider angle is much better for scanning the water.
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I quite like the look of the Hawkes and the Barr & Stroud both 8 x 32
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In reply to Post #8
£150 max
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Go 8x32 or 8x30.
Some big prices out there so shop around to find the best to suit you.
I have a set of Praktica compacts which have been well used.
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In reply to Post #1
What’s your budget ?
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In reply to Post #5
That's a good store, with a good range and the staff will let you try out as many pairs as you like side by side. It's where I got my Hawkes from 
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8x32 would be my choice as well.
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In reply to Post #4
I use these 8x32 and they are excellent
https://www.rothervalleyoptics.co.uk/barr-stroud-sierra-8-x-32-binoculars.html
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In reply to Post #2
I'd go along with that, 8 x 42's are about spot on for most things. Whatever you choose I'd avoid going over 10x magnification and unless they've improved dramatically, avoid any zoomable models.
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In reply to Post #1
I think 8x42 is the perfect all rounder.
Decent magnification and light gathering, without the bulk of bigger specs
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Hi All
Looking to get my first set for fishing and I’m confused on what size to get? I tend to fish medium sized lakes lakes up to about 80yds maximum. I have read other people views on manufacturers so have an idea on those but would welcome size recommendations
Thanks
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