Sorry if this is off-topic...A lot of the binoculars pictured here are 90 degree versions; Is that better for astronomy than the 45 degree version? Many do think so. But generally, the 90° is easier on the neck when aimed near zenith, and the 45° is easier when aimed near the h...
I have already mentioned it but it's worth repeating. The CA in this glass is properly controlled throughout the whole usable FOV and occurs on the far egdes with slightly thicker colour rims than in my other MSes. Taking binoculars with similar designs I remember WO 22x70 to be better o...
I love both binoculars for who they are. (Talk about anthropomorphizing!) I don't name all my binoculars, though names have been bestowed on a few. Like Big Jon for my Resolux 10.5x70. If I were going to name the APM 34x80, it would be Jordan, obviously. Which would make ...
Curious that Oberwerk actually has this eyepiece in 1.25" format - necessary for their binoculars - whereas the Astro-Tech, Astromania and the many other versions all have a 2" barrel. Makes one think it really only "needs" 1.25", which makes sense given the field stop needed for 70 degre...
For the 150mm version the total amount will be way over 10 Grand. All together a lot of money. And understand these binoculars are almost impossible to service by the owner, it must be done in a special center with the right knowledge and tools (can you ref...