Jay Scott Report post Posted May 30, 2012 Posted by Jay ScottThe Swarovski 12X50 EL Binoculars have been a piece of gear that I have been pondering over for some time. Once I got them in my hand the excitement grew exponentially. I used them over the weekend while scouting for Arizona Desert bighorn sheep and was very impressed with the clarity around the edges and the crisp bright image that I have grown to love with Swarovski Optik. I have been using Swarovski Optiks for years so it wasn't like I was shocked with how good they were but they seemed impressive for my initial testing. The images through the 12's definitely seemed brighter, the field of view was great and the shortest focal point on the 12's is about 10 feet. A couple of important comparisons to point out between the 15X SLC (which I love) and the new 12X50 EL; First, field of view on the 12's is 300 feet at 1000 yards compared to the 15's at 231 feet at 1000 yards. Second, weight on the 12's is 35.5 ounces compared to the 15's at 45.5 ounces. Third, length of binoculars, 12's are 6.8 inches compared to the 15's at 8.47 inches. One of the most important things that I look for in a binocular is low light performance. I have not been able to test that out yet but will in the very near future. I did not get a chance to hand hold the 12's enough to make an accurate assessment as to how practical that will be. For now I have to say the 12X50's might be bumped up into the starting rotation. I will keep you informed as I do more testing. Thanks to the guys at the Outdoorsmans in PHX for all of their help on these binoculars. View the full article Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
palivs2hnt Report post Posted May 30, 2012 Out of curiosity, do you know if the interpupillary diameter of the 12's is smaller than the 15's? The 15's are too wide for my tiny eyes! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
az-6.5-284 Report post Posted November 11, 2013 Posted by Jay ScottThe Swarovski 12X50 EL Binoculars have been a piece of gear that I have been pondering over for some time. Once I got them in my hand the excitement grew exponentially. I used them over the weekend while scouting for Arizona Desert bighorn sheep and was very impressed with the clarity around the edges and the crisp bright image that I have grown to love with Swarovski Optik. I have been using Swarovski Optiks for years so it wasn't like I was shocked with how good they were but they seemed impressive for my initial testing. The images through the 12's definitely seemed brighter, the field of view was great and the shortest focal point on the 12's is about 10 feet. A couple of important comparisons to point out between the 15X SLC (which I love) and the new 12X50 EL; First, field of view on the 12's is 300 feet at 1000 yards compared to the 15's at 231 feet at 1000 yards. Second, weight on the 12's is 35.5 ounces compared to the 15's at 45.5 ounces. Third, length of binoculars, 12's are 6.8 inches compared to the 15's at 8.47 inches. One of the most important things that I look for in a binocular is low light performance. I have not been able to test that out yet but will in the very near future. I did not get a chance to hand hold the 12's enough to make an accurate assessment as to how practical that will be. For now I have to say the 12X50's might be bumped up into the starting rotation. I will keep you informed as I do more testing. Thanks to the guys at the Outdoorsmans in PHX for all of their help on these binoculars. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/838693349566457000-5800054577690206165?l=jayscottoutdoors.blogspot.com View the full article hi jay,did you used outdoorman tripod adapter ?thanks Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
azgutpile Report post Posted November 11, 2013 Posted by Jay ScottThe Swarovski 12X50 EL Binoculars have been a piece of gear that I have been pondering over for some time. Once I got them in my hand the excitement grew exponentially. I used them over the weekend while scouting for Arizona Desert bighorn sheep and was very impressed with the clarity around the edges and the crisp bright image that I have grown to love with Swarovski Optik. I have been using Swarovski Optiks for years so it wasn't like I was shocked with how good they were but they seemed impressive for my initial testing. The images through the 12's definitely seemed brighter, the field of view was great and the shortest focal point on the 12's is about 10 feet. A couple of important comparisons to point out between the 15X SLC (which I love) and the new 12X50 EL; First, field of view on the 12's is 300 feet at 1000 yards compared to the 15's at 231 feet at 1000 yards. Second, weight on the 12's is 35.5 ounces compared to the 15's at 45.5 ounces. Third, length of binoculars, 12's are 6.8 inches compared to the 15's at 8.47 inches. One of the most important things that I look for in a binocular is low light performance. I have not been able to test that out yet but will in the very near future. I did not get a chance to hand hold the 12's enough to make an accurate assessment as to how practical that will be. For now I have to say the 12X50's might be bumped up into the starting rotation. I will keep you informed as I do more testing. Thanks to the guys at the Outdoorsmans in PHX for all of their help on these binoculars. https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/tracker/838693349566457000-5800054577690206165?l=jayscottoutdoors.blogspot.comView the full article hi jay,did you used outdoorman tripod adapter ?thanks The outdoorsman adapter is the one he has showing in the pictures. It works great. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ScottAdams Report post Posted November 12, 2013 I have that setup with the Outdoorsman adapter and a Jim White Head. Absolutely love it. I sold my 15's and use this setup exclusively. The large field of view is great! The brightness and clarity has to been seen to be believed. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Weston Report post Posted November 12, 2013 ^^^^ Same, wouldnt trade them for anything! Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
