BushnellPowerView 20x50 Super High-Powered Surveillance Binoculars, Black

I bought these binoculars for daytime use, with no digital features/batteries to be able to use in case of any electrical disturbance or EMP, to be paired with a laser rangefinder. The daytime images are crisp and clear up to 700 yards (according to the rangefinder). Even in very low-light condition,s images are crisp and clear out to 100-125 yds. However, these are not night vision binoculars and should not be bought if that is what you are looking for. The lever-like magnification adjustment in the center connector is a plus as it makes adjusting images to ranges desired simple and quick and does not irritate your finger as the usual circular ribbed adjustment knobs do. There is a single eye piece/focus adjustment on the right, so you cannot adjust separately for each eye. All adjustments are manual. These are full size binoculars-I wouldn't call them large or excessively heavy. They are surprisingly light for their size but feel like quality, sturdy, well made binoculars able to take some bumps and drops with their rubberized skin. Basically, they are as advertized, with the reviews generally accurate regarding performance and build. There is a neck strap which is comfortable to use and they do not pull down on your neck with the strap. There is also a strap for the carry bag, which is large enough to hold my rangefinder and the binoculars together. For someone who is going to be on the go or in tactical situations I would suggest getting a molle administrative/padded pouch to mount on a plate carrier or chest rig for long-term carry needs.

I bought this pair of binoculars as a replacement and upgrade for what I had for the past twenty years.When I orderd it, I did know it would let me see more at much farther distances than what our previous pair allowed. But when I actually had the chance to compare them both side by side when it was delivered I was amazed at how much difference there was. I only now wish I had made the switch many years earlier.Well worth the price, very good close ups for sporting events, travel, recreational, and hunting activities.The quality is very good, and I have had no issues with the mechanism so far. The only short fall, and it is a minor one at that, is the strap. It could be of better quality and a little better thought out with its functionality.However with its carrying case, the strap is not that much of factor. I do rate it a good buy overall. If you buy it, you will like what you see with it.

Nice strong 20x, sure its shakey but I expected that.

a great value. Very clear and incredible magnifications. Big and bulky. You'll see the shake in your hand. They are not sealed the best. I had these and got some condensation in them some how and opened them up to dry out. Friends uncle messed with it and chipped a lense. Bushnell does not make and will not sell ANY parts nor service these. You are done if you damage these. Buy another pair. I really reccomend buying these and another more durable and warranty or repairable set. I was upset that they would not bother to repair or sell parts. This kind of magnification is what you want sometimes. You can read aircraft numbers or street signs from a mile away. Great value and performance, but lacks repairabliity or longevitiy. Trying Celestron next

Great solid binoculars with a good zoom and Great clarity. The carrying case is well made too.

Had to return this item could not get the binoculars to focus

I'm so happy I can perfectly see the wildlife in the open expanse out our back windows now! It's absolutely crystal clear, not too heavy, and I don't shake so much to make it prohibitive. All of the things I was worried about!My favorite thing off the bat is the tilted lever in the middle for changing focus. What a huge improvement on those familiar rotating wheels.It's also nice that it comes with a (soft-cover) case.We have a smaller Bushnell binoculars but they really won't do the job for long distances. In my limited binocular research, it's the first number which signifies the distance. So 20 is going to be much better for distance than the common 10 or 12.I don't think anyone would regret this purchase. These are fantastic! Happy birthday to me!ETA: I used this to go to a concert in a large auditorium downtown, and we sat in the very back row! I took these along and we had so much fun seeing the performers "up close." It worked absolutely perfectly for this use as well.