Zoom . 2. Unimaginable conditions. As the sun began to rise and the hillside I was glassing was looking back into the sun I noticed a significant difference in the amount of glare/reflection that the Razors had. It's been several years since Vortex put in order all lines of its binoculars – from the cheapest Crossfire HD through Diamondback HD and Viper HD, to the most expensive, flagship Razor HD. I spent 5 minutes studying the sheep taxidermy at the far side of the store and then asked if we could take the glass outside. The top tier Vortex model is the Razor HD, with a price point closer to the Swarovski. Posted in Optics Reviews. The better focus wheel and being a lightweight nut when it comes to backpacking the 4oz lighter were the decision maker for me. While the 10×42 Vortex Vipers might be best for hunting, the 8×42 Monarch 7s are likely better suited to birdwatchers. Das Zeiss Conquest HD 10×42 bietet mehr optische Leistung als man jemals brauchen wird und das zu einem sehr reellen Preis. As the day grew on I could tell almost zero difference between the two binoculars. In my opinion the Zeiss was clearly superior to the Vortex Razor. While there I noticed Cabela’s also had a Zeiss Conquest HD 10x42. Both the Zeiss Terra Ed and Vortex viper HD have 42mm lens diameter. A very good optics quality combined with a stylish casing and a very wide field of view make the Nikon Monarch HG 10x42 a real joy to use. Vortex Razor HD 10x42 Binoculars VT-RZB-2102 . When comparing the Vortex Optics Razor HD vs Swarovski EL, the more expensive EL comes with field flattener. They were very pleasant and quick to work with. They do have nearly the same price, both wonderful for outdoor activities. Going back on-brand, I also took a look at these binos against the Vortex Razors to see what the difference is. Unfortunately for the OP, the only model that competes with the Razor/Trinovid is the HD Euro, which does not come in the size he is wanting to purchase. Deal. And if you will consider them, also look at the Conquest HD 8x32 as well. by Michael and Diane Porter January, 2017 . The Zeiss binocular has a length of 150 mm or 5.9″ whereas Swarovsky has a … This table Vortex Razor HD Rifle Scopes VS Zeiss Conquest V4 Rifle Scopes will provide you with concrete information to make a right decision. Vortex Viper HD vs Vortex Razor. Members Profile. Leave a Reply Cancel reply. The first thing to know is that despite all the marketing hype surrounding the new Vortex Razor UHD Binoculars, they are in many ways very similar to the older Razor HD that now sits just below them in the companies hierarchy and so this is most certainly a case of an incremental evolution of the series rather than a drastic change. Resolution, clarity, ability to glass into shadows, etc was about as identical as it could be. If you read the thread below about Birdfair 2018, Lee has reported on the new made in China Vortex binoculars. Recently Birdwatch magazine had a review of the Vortex Razor HD 8x42 bins, which reckoned the optical quality was up with the leaders (presumably the 8.5x42 Swarovision). Steve "Everything that can be counted does not necessarily count; everything that counts cannot necessarily be counted". It … Next Post BSA Sweet 22 Vs Simmons 22 Mag. Jerry The wise move here is to buy a binocular that is suitable for most outdoor ventures. I bought the Zeiss over the others for two reasons. On the eyecups the Conquests for me have the best I have ever used, the Razors are a little thin and the 3 click stops don’t lock in as positive. What separates them are one's subjective … My choice in the field even though they are a little bit heavier are the Vortex Razor's. I only had to have them up to my eyes for a few seconds to know that I liked the Zeiss glass better. The New Razor UHD 10×42’scome in with a street price of $1499. You should add at this point that such renowned products as the Leica Ultravid HD+, the Swarovski SLC, the Zeiss Victory HT or the Zeiss Conquest HD don’t fare better than the Monarch HG in tests while being significantly more expensive. Deal. I'd take a Meopta any day of the week over anything Vortex makes. Poor eyecups that wouldn't stay put, flimsy hinges, overall poor effort in spite of the very good Razor glass, and good Viper HD glass. It is slightly more expensive. Sammenlign priser og læs anmeldelser af Zeiss victory rf 10x42. #0907905; Sec. Store #0906712 Elec. While the 10×42 Vortex Vipers might be best for hunting, the 8×42 Monarch 7s are likely better suited to birdwatchers. The line consists of four roof prism binoculars and they are offered in the following versions: 8x42, 10x42, 10x50 and 12x50. I found this to be fairly accurate glassing a hillside at roughly 1,000 yards away, I put a tree in the far left corner of view and with the Conquests a tree on the far right side was barely visible but with the Razors it was inside the field of view. Build Quality/ Construction. I have used the Conquest 10x42 for several years. Enter new zip code to refresh estimated delivery time. Joined Jul 6, 2013 Messages 27 Location Central California. I also have had for the past 10 days the 8x32 euro HD, a 8x42 Gold Ring HD, and a Meopta 10x42 HD side by side in the field hunting. 25 April 2020. The UHD offers “…unparalleled image resolution that cuts chromatic aberration; providing exceptional color fidelity, edge-to … The well-balanced Conquest® HD binoculars provide outstanding performance for an amazing hunting experience. I had Terra 10x42 before, which was good optically as well. They work great while I'm wearing eyeglasses, an issue with others I've owned. Add at least two items to compare. The Razor used to be made in Japan, but no more, that is too bad. Both test your mettle—and your optics. When comparing the Vortex Optics Razor HD vs Swarovski EL, the more expensive EL comes with field flattener. Thats $300 less than the SLC’s at $1799. Print Email. The Zeiss with the RZ800 reticle is matched to your .270 WSM trajectory to 800 yards. Here the Zeiss Conquest wins by quite a wide margin. First, the optical quality. Vortex Razor vs Viper Spotting Scopes: Which is best for you? Zeiss Conquest HD vs: Vortex Razor HD review. The focus wheel on the Conquests almost moves a little too fast for me and I find myself over correcting the focus and having to go back. Zeiss Conquest 8x42 vs Vortex Razor 8x42 Ok, I've read so many post on the internet regarding the Vortex vs the Zeiss I decided to buy a Conquest and do the comparison myself. A little secret i found while comparing the Meopta's Cabelas Euro HD binos to Swarovski, Leica, Zeiss, Vortex Razor, etc...is that if you are wanting a 10X binocular, take a hard look at the Euro HD 10x32 model. As you may know from my earlier blog post about the Conquest HD’s they were my choice of binocular for 2012 and putting it lightly I was extremely impressed with them. When wearing the Razors while hiking after a little while I found the eyecups will fall back down to the lowest setting and you have to bring them back up. When glassing with the Conquests this wasn’t an issue at all but with the Razors I found myself having to get just the right eye position to get rid of the glare from the sun. Where the Zeiss Conquest scores in giving you a better and sharper image. So I had them pulled out as well. In 2019 it was suplemented by Razor UHD models but it remained in their product range. Add at least two items to compare. : Elec. Vortex Viper HD vs Vortex Razor. William Bruce Cameron . & Home App. Vortex Razor UHD Binoculars - 4 Things You Must Know Before You Buy - … Dec 4, 2015 #1 D. DSMITH1651 Well-Known Member. Dec 5, 2015 #2 J. jehu Well-Known Member. The email address you entered was an invalid email. Gen. #0907906. The 10x42 HD is a better buy than either the 10x Razor or 10x Trinovid, at normal retail prices. In the world of full size birding scopes, there are some new kids on the block. We did the job for you and searched for specifications provided in the table above. We compare 4 of the very best 10x42 binoculars to see which is best: The Leica Trinovid-HD 10x42, Swarovski SLC 10x42, Vortex Razor UHD 10x42 or GPO Passion HD 10x42 Binoculars. Last year for Xmas I bought my boys a pair of the now discontinued trinovid 10x42's and I am very impressed with them, especially when you can still find them for under $900. I have the geovid HD-R's in 8x42 and swaro SV 10x42's both great binos. For me I am going to go with the Vortex Razor HD’s this year. They work great while I'm wearing eyeglasses, an issue with others I've owned. I am very proud to represent both Zeiss and Vortex as a dealer as both companies don’t shy away from the hunting market but embrace it. The models I chose to compare were the Swarovski SLC 10x42, Zeiss Conquest HD 10x42, Vorter Razor HD 10x42, Cabelas/Meopta Euro HD 10x42, and Nikon Monarch HG. Either way, I know I’ll have some of the best glass on the market around my neck come this fall! I can say that both are excellent, so the good news is that you will not make a bad choice. © 2000-2020 B & H Foto & Electronics Corp. 420 9th Ave, New York, NY 10001. Extreme terrain. The Razor HD is better than the Nighthunter, but the difference is not … Now that is just my opinion and I am sure that there are many others on here who will disagree with me and that is fine. Optically, it is a well-built, weather resistant $500 level binocular. Zeiss Conquest 10×42 HD weights 795 grams or 28 oz. Vortex Razor HD Gen II Vs Nightforce Beast; Vortex Spitfire vs Sparc ; Streamlight TLR 1 Vs TLR 3; Nikon Buckmasters II 3-9x40mm vs Prostaff 3-9 x 40; ATN X Sight 4K Pro vs X Sight II; Zeiss Terra ED 10x42 Vs Vortex Viper HD. I tested the field of view as the Razors have an advertised 362′ (10×42) vs the 345′ (10×42) of the Conquests. In a nutshell, you need a hunting binocular which renders razor-sharp images and is also rugged and sturdy enough to withstand harsh weather conditions. New Zeiss Conquest Gavia vs. New Vortex Razor HD Full-Sized, 85mm Scopes Hands-on review . Product Comparison: Vortex Optics Razor HD vs Swarovski Optik SLC. Conquest HD’s were my choice of binocular in years past, and I was extremely impressed with them. No items to compare. Duane . Ja, die Qualität des Zeiss Conquest HD 10×42 macht schon neugierig darauf, was Zeiss beim Victory HT für den doppelten Preis so zu bieten hat. The 8x32HD takes a back seat to nobody in this crowd. The popular 85mm Vortex Razor HD scope has a design upgrade. And we all know the broad … A shame, because there is a market for a compact, lightweight binocular in the $1K range. First, the optical quality. However, it's fairly safe to say that Vortex Viper HD 10x42 are more popular binoculars, based on their reviews. Just as good as the other two, but for slightly less money. All other standard return policy conditions apply. Most binocular users won’t have heard of the term before, but it means the EL is sharper edge to edge. The field of view is actually a little bit wider than Vortex Viper HD… This is something very few people will notice, and paying double the price for the slight improvement in image quality, might not make sense to you. I think this is just a personal preference though and the next person could have a complete opposite opinion. This field is for validation purposes and should be left unchanged. Aber Vernunft und Geldbeutel halten dagegen. Aug 7, 2015 #1 D. dk260 Active Member. High Definition (HD) -> Ultra High Definition (UHD) Describing your binoculars as having HD, or even UHD optics for that matter is for the most part just marketing jargon as it can mean a number of different things depending on which manufacturer you are talking about. Just ordered a pair from Wex, exactly the same price as the Vortex, £680. I recently had the chance to test out these two binoculars side by side on a wolf hunting trip on a quest to see which one was better. You should also consider the Zeiss Conquest HD 8x42 as well. The primary difference between the existing Razor HD and the Razor UHD binoculars lies in the new Ultra High Definition (UHD) optical system. The popular 85mm Vortex Razor HD scope has a design upgrade. Vortex Razor UHD 10x42. Both of them have a great feel and quality about them. Review Of The Vortex Razor HD 10x42 Binoculars And The Vortex Razor HD 11-33x50 Spotting Scope By Len Backus Lightweight Optics For the Backcountry Hunter Just before this year's hunting season I decided to buy a new set of 10x42 binoculars and a lighter weight spotting scope as well as a tripod and head combo. Swarovski el 10x42 or vortex razors 10x42. Nikon Monarch 5 (7577) 10x42 Binocular . I'm in the market for a set of "big eyes" which will be used to glass open country for big game as well as used in LE surveillance work. The Vortex Razor HD series was launched on the market in 2012 and not so long ago it represented the high-end, flagship line of that American producer. However, since the Conquest HD is about $300 less than the Razor HD, buying the Conquest seems to me to be a no brainer. Zeiss Terra ED 10×42 has a decent field of view. The SVs cost £1765 in the UK, and when I've briefly tried them out I thought they were fantastic. When comparing the glass side by side first thing in the morning my initial impressions were that the Razors were slightly brighter and had a warmer color to them while the Conquests are pretty neutral in color. Comparing the ergonomics for me I would say the Conquests do feel a little better in the hand. I had Terra 10x42 before, which was good optically as well. Review Of The Vortex Razor HD 10x42 Binoculars And The Vortex Razor HD 11-33x50 Spotting Scope By Len Backus Lightweight Optics For the Backcountry Hunter Just before this year's hunting season I decided to buy a new set of 10x42 binoculars and a lighter weight spotting scope as well as a tripod and head combo. You have until Feb 01, 2021 to return or exchange items bought after Oct 19, 2020. New for 2019 the Vortex Razor UHD Binoculars are Vortex’s entry into the elite glass arena. Note that both of these binos are on the very high end of the spectrum for 10×42 glass, most will fall into the 315′-330′ FOV. The Conquest HD 10x42 will impress you with the largest field of view in its class. I’ve wondered this myself. In the Vortex line-up, the Viper HD are the next step down from the top-of-the-line. It is a jewel of a binocular, with an extremely bright and sharp view that is substantially wider than the Razor … Is it worth spending the extra money for the Swarovski SLC binoculars over the Vortex Razors HD’s? Please enable javascript for your best B&H experience. Shop Vortex Razor HD 10x42mmBinoculars | 23% Off 4.6 Star Rating on 19 Reviews for Vortex Razor HD 10x42mmBinoculars Best Rated + Free Shipping over $49. Do they compete with our favorites for hunting, the Swarovski SLC binoculars? Again, even though Zeiss Terra ED 10×42 is actually a very nice binocular, especially if we also consider the price, Vortex Viper HD beats it in many sectors. Vortex Razor UHD 12x50 Binoculars versus the Vortex Razor HD 12x50 Binoculars. 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