Anybody use 6x binos?

[saddlereaper]

Possibly way out of your budget but my vote goes to Leica Ultravid HD+ in 7x42.

Invest in those and you won't ever need another bino for timber and relatively close distance glassing. The 6mm exit pupil in that size is gonna be hard to beat for low light glassing (depending on your age/ pupil dilation to some extent). For me this is super important as I often glass during darkness while entering and exiting hunting areas around ag fields. Its truly amazing what you can see through these binos after useful light to the naked eye has diminished. I don't think a 30mm obj bino will outperform a 42mm when it comes to light gathering... but I could be wrong. The Ultravids in this size are also extremely compact, of course not as small as what you're looking at. I think 7x is just fine for close quarters glassing - at least I've never had an experience where I thought I was over powered and couldn't acquire the subject quick enough. Not to mention that particular bino is extremely popular with birders for its close range and quick focusing ability. Conversely, at longer distances having 7x will leave you more satisfied you have "sufficient" magnification.

For those reasons I love that size.

 

[Peavo]

I bought both kids the 6x30 Yosemites. Excellent little glass. 6x are handy in the woods or on small wooded canoeing rivers for moose hunting. Very relaxed view with a great depth of field and good light gathering (5mm Exit Pupil) along with a good usable field of view. I liked the kid's 6 powers so much that I bought some a 6x32 Viper on close out. Even better than the Yosemites. 6X might be easier to manufacture as all of these 6's in our household are really good optically with good edge to edge clarity and no discernable flaws in the image despite the low price.

I put my Yosemites away for the kiddos. I actually had a issue with one of the eye pieces and they just sent me a new pair.

 

[Str8shooter]

I’ve been thinking about this exact setup and scenario! How are the Maven 6x30 in low light vs what you would expect from an EL 8x30?


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Can't really answer, never used thebel 8x32s, but Id have to think theyre better in most ways except FOV...hahaha

 

[Lionhound1975]

I have the 6x30 Yosemite and used to have the Kowa BD II 6.5x32 and the Viper HD 6x32. I didn't like my Kowa BD II 6.5x32, there was a milky glare in the bottom third of the image. The Vipers were better but I still found myself using my Meostar 7x42. I know there is no comparison as far as size and weight goes but the 7x42 was so much better for my eyes and it has much better depth of view than the Viper or Kowa did. So i would put up with the extra weight. I have also used the Leica Ultravid HD 7x42 and it is incredible. I still might try the Maven 6x30.

If you are interested in 6x don't overlook the 7x if you see some. For me they are the best configuration for deep forest and brush hunting with great low light and depth of view.

 

[pdk25]

Love 6x and 8x for spot and stalk pig hunting. 10x is overkill for that.

 

[TexaninSconny]

I’m planning on purchasing some Maven B2 9x45s and either the B3 6x30 or 8x30s for hunting spots that are more thick, especially for archery season.

Any of you tried both 6x30 and 8x30s?


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[ozyclint]

I bought a Swaro Habicht 7x42GA. It's an amazing bino. Stunning resolution, depth of field, low light performance and low weight. Such a relaxed view and perfect for thick woods country.

 

[Q child]

Go for it. I owned the 8x30 Yosemites for a couple years, and they are pretty good for the price. I bet the 6s are cool.

 

[Trees91]

I picked up some used 6x30 b3s on consignment at a local shop for a cheap. Hooked them to a rick young harness with a bino slicker. Great light setup. Only gripe is a bit of glare at certain angles while glassing in bright sunlight. For the price I cant complain.

 

[Hondo]

Like AZ_Shooter, I picked up some Vortex Viper 6x32 bins cheap on closeout years ago and they have served me well mostly for Whitetail Archery and other closer range applications.

 

[Wyobohunter]

Oldish thread but I was interested in hearing more. I’m seriously considering some Maven 6x30 for elk hunting. 12 oz lighter than my Zeiss 8x40 with a huge field of view. Looking at the interstate from the house (1.25 miles away) with my 6x rangefinder I don’t feel I’d be underpowered for spotting elk at that distance and closer. They’d have a nice 5mm exit pupil so no disadvantage in the dawn and dusk hours. If I want more detail I could drop the pack and throw up my little 15-30x50 spotter. I e fashioned a bino harness out of paracord as I don’t like wearing an actual harness because it could catch the bow string. With the 550 cord “harness” it’s easy to shift the bino under my bow hand armpit when stalking so it’s out of the way but still accessible for a quick look.

 

[Blue72]

I have the maven 6x30 and the edge to edge clarity are great. But I like my Kowa 6.5x32 better. They are brighter, wider FOV and sharper in the sweet spot

 

[Wyobohunter]

I have the maven 6x30 and the edge to edge clarity are great. But I like my Kowa 6.5x32 better. They are brighter, wider FOV and sharper in the sweet spot

Thanks! I’ll check that Kowa bino out.

Edit. After checking them out… they are about 2 oz heavier (I could live with that). I love the 525’ FOV. But they are made in China. “Made in China” is not an absolute deal breaker for me but I’d rather not support them when I have the option of buying something made in the USA and/or by one of our close ally countries (Japan). I’ll stick with the made in Japan/USA Mavens. Thanks again!

 

[Blue72]

Thanks! I’ll check that Kowa bino out.

Edit. After checking them out… they are about 2 oz heavier (I could live with that). I love the 525’ FOV. But they are made in China. “Made in China” is not an absolute deal breaker for me but I’d rather not support them when I have the option of buying something made in the USA and/or by one of our close ally countries (Japan). I’ll stick with the made in Japan/USA Mavens. Thanks again!

unfortunately because the U.S. and Japan embraces more socialism, taxes, and regulations. While China creates more pro capitalist districts. The trend will only see more manufacturers moving their production to more business friendly areas.

who would ever thought that China would be the place to escape from big government 30 years ago

enjoy your new binoculars

 

[Wyobohunter]

I don’t think our political views align. And this isn’t the place to get into a political debate. Thanks

 

[Blue72]

I don’t think our political views align. And this isn’t the place to get into a political debate. Thanks

Actually they probably do, I’m just explaining current affairs. I don’t like seeing the U.S. decline in Economic freedoms while China ETZ zones increases theirs, just as much as you do. We should be leading the pack

 

[TREE ‘EM]

If you can find a pair of used Swarovski 7x30’s to buy you’ll be glad you did.
I’ve had mine almost 30 years now and keep going back to them after running through 6 other sets of alpha glass over the years. For me they are the perfect compromise of depth of field, field of view, brightness, clarity, contrast, focus, weight and size. They can be beaten in any one category by several other makes and models, but not all in combination.

 

[Wyobohunter]

Thanks! When I’m ready to buy I’ll scour the classifieds and e-bay before buying new. I was hoping for something with a 5mm exit pupil but if I were to get some high end Swaros I bet the quality would make up the difference.