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Steve,
The problem with Wide field of view Binos at this price level is that not all of the FOV is likely to be useable anyway. I stand corrected on this, but most of the binos I have used at this price level, exhibit some field curvature and astigmatism in the outer 25% of the FOV. The Pentax's have a narrower reported FOV but I think you will find it is flatter over a larger % hence providing you with a similar useable FOV compared to the wide angle models anyway. As reported by Ed Zarenski the Pentax PCF WP are very good binos for this price level. The only reason I am trying to sell my 8x40 Pentax's is because I intend to replace them with a $1,000 pair of Nikon 10x42 SE's and if they don't sell I will be happy to keep them.
CS-John B
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