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Fujinon FMT-SX 16x70

The Fujinon 16x70 binos represent a real value for the amateur astronomer. Solidly constructed and clad in an easy-to-grip rubber sheathing, it is going to be a joy to use for many years. In the eyepiece, images are sharp and bright across most of the field. It has quite a respectable FOV and eye relief is an acceptable 12.5 mm, too (according to the paperwork that came with my pair). Haters of false color will find something to complain about here, I must say, because bright objects will reveal purple fringing. In my opinion, however, it isn't enough to impair the view and I don't really depend upon my Fujis for lunar observing. To get a better pair of binoculars requires a substantial investment beyond the cost of these glasses, therefore I believe they are a real bargain. For someone in the market for a good pair of big binos, Fujinon FMT-SX 16x70's are a terrific mix of price and quality. I recommend them highly.

Overall Rating: 10
Optics:10 Value:10
Weight: 10 (Trustworthy Vote)
Date: 05/25/2002 12:38:09 pm PST
By: Sailcat
Link to this vote: http://www.excelsis.com/1.0/displayvote.php?voteid=95164

Were you able to compare these to the Steiner Senator or Commander 15x80 Binoculars?  Thanks,




>The Fujinon 16x70 binos represent a real value for the amateur astronomer. Solidly constructed and clad in an easy-to-grip rubber sheathing, it is going to be a joy to use for many years. In the eyepiece, images are sharp and bright across most of the field. It has quite a respectable FOV and eye relief is an acceptable 12.5 mm, too (according to the paperwork that came with my pair). Haters of false color will find something to complain about here, I must say, because bright objects will reveal purple fringing. In my opinion, however, it isn't enough to impair the view and I don't really depend upon my Fujis for lunar observing. To get a better pair of binoculars requires a substantial investment beyond the cost of these glasses, therefore I believe they are a real bargain. For someone in the market for a good pair of big binos, Fujinon FMT-SX 16x70's are a terrific mix of price and quality. I recommend them highly.

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