OM SYSTEM OLYMPUS Outback 8x21 RC1 Binoculars

The Outback RC1 binocular was purchased for a recent trip to Alaska, where I cared not to carry heavier Nikon's I own. The RC1 is lightweight, but not cheap looking. In fact, they are quite attractive and sturdy. These binoculars easily fit in a jacket pocket when in the closed position. Optics are very clear, crisp (light capture is outstanding) and lack any noticeable peripheral distortion. The adjustable right eyepiece was perfect for correcting a vision issue I must deal with and eye relief comfortable for one wearing glasses. I found the field of vision excellent for sightseeing and will be nice for sports as well. I considered the Outback 10 X 21, but the field of vision is about 20% less, magnification is 25% stronger and the price slightly more than the 8 X 21. The 8 X 21 was best for my needs and proved so once in the field and in use. The included neck cord will keep the RC1 at the correct height for easy reach when something of interest is spotted. So, in a nutshell, I recommend the Outback RC1 without hesitation. Good luck on your buying decision.

OK, I guess. I don't know much about binoculars, except that there is a lot to see from the windows of my San Francisco apartment. My mother gave me a pair years ago in the 70s. I didn't realize they could be so small. These would be great for use in the theater or opera. The resolution is good, but it's difficult to get adjusted to your eyes. I would prefer a larger product.

The quality of these binoculars is good for the price. I was unable to judge this in my previous review of this product, which was due to frustration over the long wait for them (almost 5 months from the time I ordered). I presume the delay was due to large demand for these particular binoc's, especially after being a top pick in CR Magazine just before the holiday season in December.The binoculars are adjustable for people who wear glasses, a very nice feature. They were worth the wait!Since the initial review, I have had 2 pairs of these binocs, still in use. A few years ago my wife accidentally dropped the first pair in an asphalt parking lot on a cold winter day. The plastic broke in half at one the hinged parts which functions to adjust the distance between the eye pieces. I suppose this is the biggest drawback of a casing and parts made out of plastic. On the other hand, being very small and light is certainly a convenience factor.After I bought a second pair of these binoc's, which my wife is still using especially when she travels, I used some superglue to fix the first pair. While the hinged part is now frozen in place, the binoc's are still functional. They just can't be folded as closely together as they should. Not a problem for occasional use, and we keep the oldest pair hanging near a window for bird watching outside our house. There's no comparison to a good high-magnification scope on a tripod, of course, but when convenience, light weight, small size, and low-cost but good quality are important, then these binoc's fit the bill.

We bought two pairs of these binoculars for a trip to Costa Rica, wanting something lighter than our beautiful but heavy Zeiss bins. When they came, one was defective - one side didn't focus - so we had to replace that just before departure. In use we found them lightweight, easy to use and the optics are quite OK for such cheap binoculars. I like the close focus and their pocketability. The right-eye diopter adjustment is quite loose so you need to tape it in place.Main problem is, in CR it rains...and rains! There are so many opportunities for bins to get wet. Within a few days, both had moisture inside the left barrel. It took us a while to figure how to clean this out.First you prise off the silver plastic shells, underside then topside, using a knife or small screwdriver in the seam where they snap together. (The plastic is tacked to the metal inner barrels with spots of glue, so this takes a bit of force). Only then can you twist off the eyepiece assembly and mop out the moisture. You have to get all glass surfaces, especially the prisms, scrupulously clean with lens cleaner and lint-free lens tissue, or else there will always be some cloudiness. Watch out for the little black plastic slider that goes diagonally thru the middle of each set of prisms - moisture gets in there too, you may have to yank it out and clean inside that slot.Then put it all together and make sure it isn't hanging round your neck NEXT time you fall in the river or sea!This fix worked for us, but don't try it unless you are fairly methodical and handy at fixing things

This binocular was rated as a best buy at many internet sites, but is more for a child than adult regarding distance viewing, not at all good for viewing through glasses. I'm giving it to my grandchild.

The Olympus Outback 8x21 RC1 Binoculars were highly rated by Consumer Reports and for the price, under $50, you cannot go wrong. These are quite bright, comfortable for those of us who wear glasses, can be adjusted for difference between left and right eyes, easy to focus and view through, have a close focus of about 10 to 11 feet, come with case and neck strap, and are quite compact.The downsides are not a big deal but might be the weight--they are very light, the two lens caps are not of much value, the body of the binoculars is plastic--like most other optical products, and the case is quite small but useable. The price and optical quality make this a binoc that you don't mind leaving in the glove compartment. I'm not sure how they would fair if dropped on a hard concrete surface. My other binoculars are 8 x 40 Nikon Monarch series of which I really like but they are much larger, which I do not mind, and cost five to seven times more. Are they better? Yes--mechanically and optically. But, they are not something I'd leave in my glove compartment. If you do not want to pop the $275 to $400 for binocs, get the Olympus Outback 8 x 21--you will not be sorry.

Do the job I bought them for. Ideal for anyone who needs binoculars that fit in a pocket such as walkers anglers any one short of space. good clear view but need to be set properly to avoid double vision. focus wheel is very sensitive and can be hard to set.

Ich hatte bisher mehrer Billig-Ferngläser von Discountern. Bei all diesem Dreck hatte ich nach einer Minute den Tunnel-Blick mit Kopf- und Augenweh.Aber bei dem kleinen Fernglas Olympus 8x21 RCI ist alles anders. Mir war es zunächst zuviel Geld, aber ich bereue die Ausgabe nicht. Die Augen ermüden nicht. Das Glas ist angenehm in ein Tasche zu stecken. Brauchbar auch für Konzerte. Man kann sogar im Zimmer recht nahe sehen. Nicht lachen, ich schaue auf die (ab 2 Meter) unleserliche Anzeige meines CD-Players, welcher Titel gerade gespielt wird. Wenn man das Glas umdreht und nur durch eine Linse schaut, kann man die ganz kleine Schrift auf den CDs lesen, für die nicht einmal eine Brille langt (zugegeben - dafür kauft man kein Fernglas).

ganz genau weis ich nicht um die sehr guten Rezensionen für dieses Glas. Es ist zwar extrem klein und leicht, machte mir aber einen relativ billigen Eindruck.Die Silberbeschichtung/Lackierung sieht nach Plaste und Elaste aus und wird sicherlich bald Kratzer aufweisen. Gut das muss ja auch nicht ein Kaufentscheid sein, aber ich war auch nicht mit der Abbildungsleistung völlig zufrieden. Zum durchsehen kann man die Okkulare herausdrehen, was mir eigentlich schon zu lästig war. Auch habe ich lange gebraucht um ein einigermassenes Bild zu sehen, da man seine Augen ohne eine Gummiabstandshalterung an die Okkulare drückt. Für Brillenträger meiner Meinung relativ ungeeignet. Nur sehr begrenztes Sichtfeld. Es fehlt diesem Fernglas einfach an zwei Gummistulpen an den Okkularen.So das man seine Augenbrauen oder Brille weich randrücken kann und einem kein Seitenlicht stören könnte.Hier ist nur Hartplastik verarbeitet. Hat man trotz diese Widrigkeiten endlich ein scharfes Bild, ist diesesin Ordnung und unauffällig.Ein Fernglas sollte schnell einsatzbereit sein und sich dem Auge anschmeicheln. Dieses ist nur ein Normalo-Glasohne Pfiff. Empfehlen kann ich ein Steiner Safari 10x25 oder ein Nikon Travelite V 8x25. Beide sind nur unwesentlich teurer und unwesentlich größer.

Ich bin mit diesem Fernglas voll zufrieden. Die Abbildungsleistung und Detailwiedergabe ist durchaus auf dem Niveau höherpreisiger Ferngläser die fünfmal so viel kosten. Darüber hinaus ist dieses Fernglas extrem kompakt und leicht. Man muss nicht lange überlegen, ob man es auf Wanderung mitnimmt oder nicht, denn die 200 Gramm merkt man kaum. Die Verarbeitung und Qualitätsanmutung geben keinen Anlass zur Kritik. Leichte Abstriche sind bauartbedingt, wie z.B. die nur mäßige Lichtleistung. Daher würde ich auch von dem Brudermodell mit 10x Vergrößerung abraten und stattdessen mit diesem 8x zu begnügen. Fazit: Für reichlich unter 100 Euro bekommt man meiner Meinung nach weit und breit kein besseres und portableres Fernglas.

Meiner Meinung nach eignet sich dieses Fernglas besonders gut, weil man sehr gute und klare Sicht hat auch auf wenigen Metern.Ich nutze dieses Fernglas schon seit 2 Jahren und es weist noch keine Probleme auf oder hat Mangel auf das es für diesen Preis auch nicht sollte.Also, klare Kaufempfehlung.Das preis-leistungs Verhältnis stimmt!