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Review on πŸ”­ Bushnell Legend Ultra HD Roof Prism Binocular: Superior Optics for Exceptional Viewing Experience by Sade Tucker

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Detailed comparison between Bushnell and Vanguard 10x42 binoculars

and Bushnell both have a 10x magnification and a 42mm lens. Both use ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) glass, have a magnesium alloy body, use a BaK4 roof prism system, are fogproof and waterproof, and both have a field of view of 340 feet at 1,000 yards. Both can be mounted on a tripod using the optional tripod adapter (each sold separately). Both are made in China and come with a lifetime warranty. Optics: When looking at near and far objects in different lighting conditions, I don't see any real difference in optics. The images through both binoculars appear to be the same. Both binoculars have bright, sharp optics and sharp details. Advantage: tie. Rotating eyecups: Both binoculars have rotating eyecups to allow for different eye reliefs. Vanguard eyecups are twisted in 3 stages with a distinct stop on each of them. This allows for 4 different eye relief positions. The Bushnell eyecups rotate to only one additional position, with a total of two positions available for pupil removal. Advantage: avant-garde. Diopter Locking Ring: Both binoculars use a diopter locking ring that allows you to +/- correct the right eye if needed (if you have slightly different vision between the right and left eyes). The Vanguard diopter ring is rubberized and easily adjustable. The Bushnell diopter ring is made of a harder plastic and is a bit more difficult to work with. Since you only have to do this setup once, it's probably not a big deal. However, if more than one person uses the binoculars, you can adjust this ring more often. The Vanguard's diopter ring sits just above a scale that you can refer to when adjusting the ring +/-. When multiple people use these binoculars, it's easy to remember your specific diopter setting on this scale, and you can quickly return to that setting. The Bushnell diopter ring is not above the degree scale, so going back to a specific setting is not easy. This provides a very strong and secure hold. The rubberized Bushnell finish is smoother to the touch and feels spongy in some areas of the case. Bushnell just doesn't have the positive grip that Vanguard has. Advantage: avant-garde. Center Focus Knob: Both binoculars use a center focus knob that can be adjusted with your index finger by bringing the binoculars up to your eyes. This grip also has the same rubberized finish as both cases. Both center focus knobs have a smooth twist, but the Vanguard just feels better. Binoculars when you use them so you don't lose your coverage. Vanguard protective covers fit perfectly into the binocular housing and are almost impossible to lose. Bushnell covers are not as tightly attached and can very easily slip off unnoticed. It is recommended to find an alternative method of attaching Bushnell cases, or often follow it very closely. Loops for quick connection or disconnection. Both neck straps are made of neoprene-like material, the Vanguard neck strap connects with quick release buckles and the Bushnell neck strap connects with plastic clips. Both work well, but if you wish to remove the neck strap from your Vanguard binoculars, the short straps on either side can be joined together using the same quick release buckles to form a very handy carrying handle. Bushnell binoculars don't have this ability and the two short straps on the sides would just fall over unless you invented your own way of connecting. Advantage: avant-garde. Included Accessories: Vanguard comes with a nylon carrying case, carrying strap, and cleaning cloth. Bushnell comes with a harder carrying case, carrying strap, cleaning cloth, soft microfiber pouch for binocular storage and a deluxe binocular strap for long hikes. Advantage: Bushnell. Size and weight: Vanguard binoculars. 6.1 inches tall and weighs 28.2 ounces (1.76 pounds). Bushnell binoculars are 5.6 inches tall and weigh 25.7 ounces (1.61 pounds). Both were measured and weighed with the lens caps on but no lanyard. Small benefit: Bushnell. Carrying Case: Although the binoculars are a bit smaller, the Bushnell carrying case is huge compared to the Vanguard case. Although the Bushnell binoculars are 0.5 inches shorter than the Vanguard, the Bushnell carrying case is taller, wider, and much thicker than the Vanguard case. The Bushnell case is 4.6 inches thick, while the Vanguard case is only 3.3 inches thick. The Bushnell case has a detachable carrying strap as well as a separate inner pocket for storing the carrying strap, binocular neck strap and deluxe seat belt which is why it is so large. The Vanguard case looks a lot more streamlined and only fits a set of binoculars and a neck strap. The Vanguard bag also has a quick release carry strap, but it doesn't fully detach. The bag also has a belt loop sewn on the back so you can wear it on a belt or attach it to a backpack strap. Advantage: I prefer the Vanguard size, easy to carry. seem similar to me in terms of brightness, clarity and sharpness, the overall design and construction of the Vanguard Endeavor ED 10x42 binoculars is definitely far superior to the Bushnell Legend Ultra HD 10x42 binoculars. I recommend avant-garde.

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