Canon 8x32 Waterproof Binoculars w/Case & Neck Strap

The optics are great: good contrast, excellent brightness, and very little abberation at the periphery. The construction is solid: they are truly waterproof and the chassis is solid (I've dropped mine repeatedly with no misalignment). They are comfortable and easy to focus.

The additional brightness of these binoculars is a tremendous advantage over smaller units (say 8x24 or so). I bought a smaller pair of Minolta binoculars for my wife, and she fights me to use the Canon (she usually wins). You can find better binoculars, but not without spending double the money.

I highly recommend these for the active traveler, camper, hunter, or recreational boater. They will most likely last a lifetime of careful casual use.


Brightest binocular I ever used!   November 8, 2001
27 out of 29 found this review helpful

We bought this to bring to Everglades for birding and alligator watching and what a world of difference it is from my cheap compact one! The scope is so big and bright it makes looking into the binocular a pleasure and no longer strains the eyes. Sometimes I feel it's even brighter than seen with naked eye. The only drawback is it's larger and heavier than my compact one but I wouldn't mind this little inconvenience for the quality. I'm ready to toss out my old cheapie compact one...


Terrific all-around binoc   August 13, 2001
John E. Morris (Corvallis, OR)
18 out of 18 found this review helpful

I bought these last year after a great deal of shopping around and comparing features and prices. Coated optics, high eye relief (to use with glasses), good light gathering, reasonable portability were important factors. I used them first on a trip to Canyon de Chelly and was constantly loaning them to others who found them better than their binoculars. The waterproofing lets me sit in the hot tub and stargaze without fear of moisture damage. I used them this summer while cruising on a boat in Puget Sound in preference to the boat's 7x50s because of their lighter weight. I just ordered a second pair for my wife to keep her from borrowing mine!


best in price range   August 23, 2001
14 out of 14 found this review helpful

There are better 8x32 water proof binoculars, but you would have to spend $XXX to get them (ie. Pentax DCF WP 8x32) or more. These binoculars are a great value at the price.


Love 'em!   April 21, 2006
Michael (Vancouver, BC)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful

Great low - light viewing. I'm getting these for the boat, and their smaller size is a plus. They're about 3/4 size. Kids can handle them well. A bit heavier than I expected, but solid. I highly recommend them.