I currently have them all- 6x30 and 8x30 YF, Bue Sky II 8x32, SLC 8x42, and UVHD+ 7x42. I've compared them all side by side, and even did some again today.
To my eyes both YFs have better sharpness and contrast in the CENTER of the view, compared to the Blue Sky. Almost as good as the SLC and...
Kind of late to respond here, but thought I'd give my opinion. The Meostar will be slightly better optically, mainly in having less CA. Meostar are known for having some of the best CA control even besting some of the "alphas". CA control in the Toric is by no means bad. I have the Toric 10x42...
Yeah, 50mm is too big for my preference also. I prefer 42mm objectives, and 10x for all around use. Then I drop down to 6.5x - 7x in tight situations. That's one reason I have my SLC 8x42 in the classifieds.... However, if I didn't want to purchase another spotting scope, there is NO WAY I'd...
Yes, true they are subjective. I AM very sensitive to CA, so that could explain some of my experience. My SLC controls CA very well. Not knocking the Razor HD, they are good. UHD very good and for sure optically is a premier bin. I've thought about purchasing the 12x50 UHD, but the size...
Do you mean Razor UHD? I have SLC 8x42 and they are in a completely different class than the Razor HD. They are true premium (alpha) glass. Brightness, resolution, edges, chromatic aberration control, eye cups, armor, build quality, all easily go to the SLC. The UHD gets closer to the SLC...
Oh nice! If you like the 8x, I think you'd like the 10x even more.
The AFOV in the 10x is bigger which gives a more immersive view compared to the smaller AFOV in the 8x.
I agree Sightron Blue Sky 8x32 is a great option in that price range. BUT, there is no warranty that I am aware of or maybe just for a year or so...
Can't beat Vortex Warranty for kids.
I'd consider Kowa YFII 8x30, it is better optically than the Sightron Blue Sky II and blows Vortex...
Optically, I think the HD is at the bottom of the list you gave.
Order of preference for me would be
1 Toric UHD
2 Conquest HD
3 Razor HD or MHG (which ever was cheaper)
I bet Tract will have a discount coming up, they usually do. Or there is a used Toric 10x42 in the classifieds that is...
For $200 bucks not a bad choice. You can always return it if you don't like it. Personally, I'd save the $200 and put it toward better glass down the road.