Zeiss Conquest HD 8x32 Binocular

I have been birding for about 25 years and started out with Zeiss 10 x 40's which were "top of the line" for the time. I later bought a pair of Eagle Optics Ranger 8 x 42's for butterflying.I discovered that I really liked the Ranger's lighter weight as well as the ease of focus and close focus.The optics were acceptable but I wanted a similar pair with better optics to use as my main binoculars.I'm very happy with the Zeiss Conquest 8 x 32's. They are brighter than either of my other pairs and the image is very sharp.I notice the difference especially wheen looking at birds in the shade such as in the interior of evergreen trees.The focus is smooth and fast, only about 1 1/4 turns from end to end. I have not noticed any downside to this as far as fine focus ability.The close focus is excellent.I originally bought a pair of Swarovski 8 x 32's at over twice the price. They were lighter but the focus locked up completely in less than a month of gentle use and I returned them.Aside from that problem, I like the Zeiss better and they feel more durable. I have good repair experience with Zeiss. I sent in my 10 x 40's twice for focus repair and was not charged either time.