Vortex Razor UHD 8X32 and 10X32 Mid Size Binoculars

[Matt Cashell]

The Vortex UHD (Ultra High Definition) line of binoculars recently expanded with the introduction of lighter, more compact 32mm models (8x32 and 10X32).

I was able to take a deep look at them with a top competitor in the class, the Swarovski CL 10X30.

Vortex Razor UHD 32mm Binoculars Review

I am curious on the thoughts from Roksliders on these new mid-size bins from Vortex. Which one would you choose?

 

[JGRaider]

8x32. Can you give us some tidbits? A teaser? Something? I've never cared for 10x32 configurations personally.

 

[Matt Cashell]

8x32. Can you give us some tidbits? A teaser? Something? I've never cared for 10x32 configurations personally.

Ha!

You shouldn’t have to wait long!

I generally prefer 8x in a 32mm objective as well, because I don’t have a brightness penalty over my usual 10x42.

This particular 10x32, however, really started to win me over though because of the immense FOV and full-size “feel.”

Other 10x32s are often so tiny they are really hard to hold steady by hand.

 

[JGRaider]

You're killing me......Thanks!!

 

[stan_wa]

I am really interested in the fov on the 8 powers the specs look great I wanna hear how usable it is !

 

[JGRaider]

Ha!

You shouldn’t have to wait long!

I generally prefer 8x in a 32mm objective as well, because I don’t have a brightness penalty over my usual 10x42.

This particular 10x32, however, really started to win me over though because of the immense FOV and full-size “feel.”

Other 10x32s are often so tiny they are really hard to hold steady by hand.

Calling Matt Cashell, calling Matt Cashell.........

 

[Justin Crossley]

Matt's review is live!

Vortex Razor UHD 32mm Binoculars Review

 

[JGRaider]

Excellent write up. Always appreciate the comparisons to current models/competition. Thanks.

 

[Browninglover1]

I'm pleasantly surprised to see how well these stacked up against the CL. My 8x32 EL's are still one of my favorite binos ever and these UHD seem like they'll be very similar optical quality. Coming with a nice harness is icing on the cake.

 

[Reed104R]

I own many pairs of binoculars. If I had to choose only one pair to keep, it would likely be my Leica 8x32's. Perfect size for most any application. Mine are 30 year old BA's and their performance has never ceased to amaze me. I'll bet these new UHD'S are even better.