Top critical review
3.0 out of 5 starsMake sure you understand your needs before you purchase
Reviewed in the United States on October 24, 2018
I just purchased this to use on an extreme altitude trek where weight is the #1 concern, for that purpose it works better than anything else on the market. It will let me view wildlife usually within 50-500 feet of the trail without the need to move close for good observation. I'm satisfied with my purchase for that need.
Another great use is that it is so light and compact that you can throw it in a bag and carry it for no other reason than the occasional need, something rarely done with heavier binoculars.
Another good feature, if your out on a nature trail and see some small things, it has a great close up attachment stored in the included very nice case.
As noted in the technical literature, there are limitations in a 8x20 monocular:
On the plus side it's so light you can easily hold it reasonably steady. On the down side it has a limited field of view and very little forgiveness when it comes to eye placement for a full clear view. I really think for the vast majority of people where extreme light weight is not required, this monocular would not nearly satisfy their needs over and above something like the image stabilized and very lightweight Canon 12x36 IS III which run ~$100 more.
If your sure you need a monocular with 8X20 performance, then I think this is a good product for purchase. I do think the price is quite high for any other purpose except extreme light weight requirements.
