I agree zoom binds are no good. Have a pair and was disappointed. I have two binoculars - 10 x 50 Pentax whitetails from the U.S. can't speak more highly of them. Clear view and good magnification although 10x is still a little shaky for me. They can be mounted on a tripod. Can see the Orion Nebula and others reasonably well. Craters on the moon as well. These binos wee about $90 including international postage from US on ebay.
Also have 25x100 celestron's and they need a tripod definitely. I have to say since using them the big binds just are not stable enough on a tripod and tend to wobble. They give a fantastic view but need to be careful not to bump into them. Cost about $300 - $400 in the US. Got mine from Woodland Hills cameras.
Both binos came with bag and strap. The 10x50s were the best investment I made in binos. Buying from US is ok so long as you buy under $1000 AUD to avoid import duties and taxes. The US is also cheaper in a number of cases even with postage.
Hope is helps
that's my 2 cents worth.