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(90 customer reviews) 128 of 129 people found the following review helpful
Stellar Performance,
February 14, 2003 C. A. Ridgway (New York, NY United States) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Canon 15x50 Image Stabilization All Weather Binoculars w/Case, Neck Strap & Batteries (Electronics)
These binoculars are spectacular. Point them at Jupiter and you see a bright dot wandering around in the field of view. Press the image stabilization switch and the planet and its moons instantly become visible. While they can't subtract all movement they do get rid of the little shakes that make hand held viewing so difficult. 15x is enough magnification that Saturn is obviously not round.A complaint about earier versions of the Canon IS line was that your finger went to sleep holding the IS switch down. Now you can press it briefly to turn on the IS circuitry which will automatically shut off in 5 minutes. If you press and hold the switch it shuts off as soon as you release it.I haven't had my pair long enough to comment on battery life but do see a problem changing them when they are mounted on a tripod. Unlike most binoculars where the tripod mounting is at the objective end where the two barrels rotate on the Canons it is at the bottom of the binocular near the...Read more
193 of 199 people found the following review helpful
Great but has some design flaws costing another $350 in repair,
March 22, 2006 FenianB "FenianB" (USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon 18x50 Image Stabilization All-Weather Binoculars w/Case, Neck Strap & Batteries (Electronics)
Right out of the box, these binoculars, no doubt are one of the best pair of optics I have ever purchased. The Image Stabilization feature is what makes the bincoluars so attractive...and expensive.
They work great on the water or in situations that will reduce hand shakieness.
I own a pair of 10x30 Canon and wanted to upgrade having liked them.
With the 18x50 I got what I expected with the 10x30 model, but the weight of these bincolars is a bit of a draw back. At least they have a tripod hole for support if you need it.
The weight also creates another draw back.
**** Be aware, there appears to be a design flaw with the top eye peice portion. Due to the heavy weight of these 18 x 50 binoculars, one must be careful how you handle them.
These binoculars have a different method for their case carrying strap then the other Canon image stablization binoculars. Other models have a strap for the case and another neck strap for...Read more
106 of 107 people found the following review helpful
Outstanding. Amazing. Terrific. Any questions?,
July 29, 2004 Dave (Minnesota, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Canon 15x50 Image Stabilization All Weather Binoculars w/Case, Neck Strap & Batteries (Electronics)
I've had these binocs (Canon 15x50 IS) for two weeks now and am regretting my purchase . . . . regretting that I didn't buy them years ago, that is!
So far I have put them to work for aircraft spotting, watching hawks soar high overhead, looking at the moon, and general observation of distant terrain. These are by far the best optical instrument I've ever had the pleasure to use. The Image Stabilizer feature is truly outstanding. It allows you to really reach in on astounding views, and enjoy them with rock solid stability.
For example, to focus in on a Boeing 747 that is still 5 miles out on final appoach, and clearly watch it extend its landing gear in all its glory of doors opening, wheels articulating, and doors closing . . . then enjoy watching it float through the air until WHOOOOOOSH it's upon you, is awe-inspiring! And fun!
Another pleasant surprise. The binocs came with two years of extended warranty from Canon free -- three years in total...Read more
