It feels like its not even there, and that makes the Victory SF one of the most comfortable binoculars Ive ever used as long as Im holding it in the right place.Bright, clear and razor sharp the Victory SF is optically up there with the best binoculars Ive ever used.Superb balance, comparatively light weight and excellent overall build quality make for a compelling all-round package.
Cons: Even for an alpha class binocular the c. Plastic eye-cups are a surprise on a binocular at this level, and the whole unit is a bit on the big side. Those lengthy barrels make for ergonomics that, while comfortable, take a little adjustment. Price: RRP. c. 2,462.45 (GB2,164.99) Value: Good Rating: Highly Recommended As a flagship binocular from one of the Big 3 European premium optics manufacturers the Zeiss Victory SF has a lot to live up to. It certainly does that on the optical front, and the ergonomics, balance and build quality are all up there too. This is a superb binocular and optically at least matches those sharing the rarified air at the top of the optics tree. If youre in the happy position on shopping in the upper echelons of the optics market then the ZEISS Victory SF is probably already on your comparatively short short-list. View details of and buy the ZEISS Victory SF directly on the ZEISS UK website. You can also buy the Zeiss Victory SF via Amazon.co.uk or on Amazon.com here. Zeiss 10X42 Victory Fl Full Review ReviewingZEISS Victory SF 1042 Binocular: Full Review Reviewing a flagship binocular from one of Europes leading optics brands is always exciting, so when I learnt that ZEISS was sending the latest incarnation of its top-tier Victory line in for review I couldnt wait to get my hands on them. Balance, handling and build quality As youd expect of a German made precision optical instrument from a company of ZEISSs pedigree, the Victory SF is an extremely well put together piece of equipment. The use of premium grade components throughout (with one possible exception see section on eye cups below), and an obvious attention to detail, results in a binocular that looks, feels and handles like a premium product. Some reviewers complained that the earlier incarnation of the Victory SF, the one with grey rubber armour, perhaps didnt meet the exacting build quality youd be entitled to expect when paying a premium for a top-tier European manufactured binocular. If thats the case it looks like ZEISS has paid attention, because there seems to be little to complain about with the build quality of this newer all-black incarnation of the Victory SF. The magnesium alloy housing is strong and light, and is covered with a subtly textured black rubber armour that is hard but just yielding enough to afford comfort and grip. Everything feels solid and all the mechanics turn, pivot and twist the way they should. One of the first things you notice about the Victory SF, apart from the improbably large box ZEISS ships it in, is how long the binocular is. The designers certainly werent going for compact when they put this baby together. It weighs in at a shade over 780g, which is average enough for a high quality 42mm binocular, and yet it handles and feels like a lighter instrument. Thats down to the design of the optical system, by all accounts. The Victory SF sports longer barrels, allowing a less complex and therefore less heavy objective lens make-up, along with a complex wide-angle eyepiece design with more weight than usual. Together they serve to deliver a class-leading wide field of view, but they also shift the binoculars centre of balance back towards the eyepiece. When youre gripping the barrel between the open-bridge hinges, your index finger naturally falls on the focus wheel (situated right in the middle of the top hinge a lovely piece of design), and the binocular sits in your hands in almost perfect balance.
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