Has anyone compared the optical quality between these two? I can get 10x42 EL or 10x50 SFL for the same price. I've read a lot of pro's and con's of each. I guess I'll let my eyes decide. Just wondering if anyone has looked through both?
Swarovski EL vs Zeiss SFL
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Chrstn
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Both are excellent optics, but the 10×50 Zeiss SFL 10x50 will give you a brighter image and better low-light performance because of the larger 50 mm objectives and bigger exit pupil. The 10×42 Swarovski EL 10x42 will be easier to hold, a bit sharper edge-to-edge with flat-field optics, and more comfortable for all-day use
10x50 (SFL): brighter, better in dawn/dusk light, slightly deeper image
10x42 (EL): superb sharpness and contrast, lighter and easier to use all day
10x50 (SFL): brighter, better in dawn/dusk light, slightly deeper image
10x42 (EL): superb sharpness and contrast, lighter and easier to use all day
Went and looked through both yesterday. Yea Zeiss was a bit more bright. Decided to go with EL's because of a little better clarity. Plus maybe resale value may be a little better should the need arise. They had 15 percent off which helped make my decision. Price was 1699.00 plus tax. So hopefully this will be my last binocular purchase. 10x42.
