Thread: 8x32 is the new 8x42 binos

Yeah right

You are making the classic mistake of just looking at the numbers and trying to convince yourself. Much like guys doing a mini thesis of internet research trying to convince themselves one caliber is superior to another.

For hunting, first and last light is KEY. 42s have a real advantage during that small window. Don't believe me ? Go look through different binos (hopefully of similar optical quality) in real world conditions, and compare actual results. For me the noticeable difference lasted a lot longer than 1 minute.

IMHO, 8x42 is just about the perfect balance between light gathering and fov.

I guess it really depends on what is most important to you:

weight : get a pair of 8x2n mountain binos, or buy chinesium compared to solid euro (always lighter, haha)
light gathering : 8x42, with the best euro glass you can afford