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Post by Ding Carpio on Dec 11, 2007 22:05:01 GMT
Aside from excitedly trying out if I can start a new thread, I also have a real question.
My 12 yr old daughter's been showing a lot of interest in birds lately (my 15yr old son is still into video games) and I'd like to cultivate that before she discovers boys.
So I'm thinkingg of a pair of cheap binoculars. Since I recently spent all my money on a 40D, my budget is very limited. Can someone recommend a good pair of binocs for birding that is cheap and durable? I was thinking about getting the toy ones in the tiangge but found them too much of a toy. Maybe I can spend up to P3k. Or is that amount too measly that I shouldn't bother for now?
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Post by Ding Carpio on Dec 11, 2007 22:06:43 GMT
BTW, forgot to mention that I used my usual handle in this forum and may be wondering who I am. Many of you know me as Ding Carpio.
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Post by Romy Ocon on Dec 11, 2007 22:56:00 GMT
Aside from excitedly trying out if I can start a new thread, I also have a real question. My 12 yr old daughter's been showing a lot of interest in birds lately (my 15yr old son is still into video games) and I'd like to cultivate that before she discovers boys. So I'm thinkingg of a pair of cheap binoculars. Since I recently spent all my money on a 40D, my budget is very limited. Can someone recommend a good pair of binocs for birding that is cheap and durable? I was thinking about getting the toy ones in the tiangge but found them too much of a toy. Maybe I can spend up to P3k. Or is that amount too measly that I shouldn't bother for now? Welcome to the forums, Ding! Like camera lenses, one usually gets what one pays for in binoculars. So I always recommend to buy something priced at just about the maximum of one's budget. I'd recommend something like 7x40 to 8x50. The first number is the magnification (7x or 8x). Going beyond 8x makes the view jerky/shaky without IS. The second number is the diameter of the front element in millimeters - the larger this diameter, the brighter is the view. The Nikon Monarch series binos are very well regarded as affordable and decent binos. I believe you can grab one at Hidalgo for PHP 3-5K. Romy |
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Post by Eric Patdu on Dec 12, 2007 0:34:13 GMT
Hello Ding,
The WBCP sells binoculars at about 2K (can't remember exactly how much). The binocs are locally manufactured (in Cebu, I think) for Bushnell, Kenko, etc. The quality is good. In fact, most members use them including my wife.
I'll inquire if there are still stocks available and will let you know.
Best regards,
Eric
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Post by Raul Marcelo on Dec 12, 2007 6:08:08 GMT
Hi Ding! I really found it hard looking for bins locally. For your 12-year-old daughter, do consider the weight of the bins. the big ones could be tiring for her. And since you bought yourself a 40D, why not buy your precious daughter a swaro bin. probably the best. hehehe
raul
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Post by Carmela Balcazar on Dec 12, 2007 13:13:44 GMT
I'm currently looking for binoculars too. I was quite happy with my Pentax 8 X 24 since the birds in my area are quite used to people and I can go pretty close to them. Now, that I'm learning to identify them, I need stronger lenses. Any recommendations? My brother is hitting Singapore this month. I was thinking of ordering from there. Nikon, Celestron, Eagle Optics, Meade are some brands that I'm considering. Any comments or recommendations are appreciated.
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Post by Romy Ocon on Dec 12, 2007 14:48:55 GMT
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Post by Bobby Kintanar on Dec 13, 2007 6:53:01 GMT
We have a sort of Festival here in Cebu now, and Kenko ( a MEPZA Company) is selling really good binocs for as low as Php 1,450.00 (non-waterproof) or Php 1,650.00 (waterproof)! I bought 3, of course. Very light and modern in design, they have great optics and are warranted for life. These Binocs are export grade and are labeled "Bushnell" "Minolta" or that other brand I forgot.
The sale closes on December 31, 2007. :-)
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Post by tina mallari on Dec 13, 2007 7:30:54 GMT
Bobby, don't they have a website where we can look at the bins available ? I need a small one - something that's easy to bring since I have a lot of stuff around my neck already when we are out in the field. If it's waterproof, much better. Thanks  |
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Post by Bobby Kintanar on Dec 13, 2007 7:40:37 GMT
I'll try to find out. In the meantime let's Google "Kenko Optical" :-)
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Post by Nilo Arribas Jr. on Dec 13, 2007 9:39:44 GMT
I bought a 8x32 binoculars for my son last week for P1,450.00 waterproof and nitro filled. Forget about the brand. Here they manufacture and just stamp the brand later Nilo |
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Post by Romy Ocon on Dec 13, 2007 9:51:54 GMT
I bought a 8x32 binoculars for my son last week for P1,450.00 waterproof and nitro filled. Forget about the brand. Here they manufacture and just stamp the brand later Nilo Hi Nilo, Is that a sale price? Looks like there's a potential for our site to maintain an online shop - Cebu binos, Ix! bean bags, Tina vests, etc.  Romy |
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Post by tjparpan on Dec 13, 2007 9:56:23 GMT
The Nikon Monarch series binos are very well regarded as affordable and decent binos. I believe you can grab one at Hidalgo for PHP 3-5K. Romy A few months back, I got a 8x42 Nikon Monarch in Singapore. If I knew Romy could get it at his price in Hidalgo, I would've bought it there instead! I'm very happy with them. I've never owned binoculars before so I can't compare, but the objects I focus on seem to have their edges rendered very sharply, making them stand out crisply. |
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Post by Raul Marcelo on Dec 13, 2007 11:04:58 GMT
For those wearing eyeglasses, do consider the eye relief of the bins. the longer, the better, so you won't have to take off your glasses when viewing.
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Post by Ding Carpio on Dec 14, 2007 21:21:00 GMT
Coming to Manila anytime soon? Pwede pabili? We have a sort of Festival here in Cebu now, and Kenko ( a MEPZA Company) is selling really good binocs for as low as Php 1,450.00 (non-waterproof) or Php 1,650.00 (waterproof)! I bought 3, of course. Very light and modern in design, they have great optics and are warranted for life. These Binocs are export grade and are labeled "Bushnell" "Minolta" or that other brand I forgot. The sale closes on December 31, 2007. :-) |
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Post by Bobby Kintanar on Dec 15, 2007 0:12:17 GMT
I have no scheduled trip just yet, however, I can buy the Binocs for you and you can deposit the refund plus freight charges to my bank account Sir Ding. Please text or call me lang so we can arrange and agree on details. I will take photos of the Binocs I bought and post them here with prices for you to choose from. Give me several hours, as I have some things to finish up first. :-)
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Post by Bobby Kintanar on Dec 15, 2007 4:14:43 GMT
Please go to the Buy and Sell Sub-forum for the Photos and some details for the Binoculars.
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Post by Nilo Arribas Jr. on Dec 18, 2007 10:36:32 GMT
Hi Nilo,
Is that a sale price? Looks like there's a potential for our site to maintain an online shop - Cebu binos, Ix! bean bags, Tina vests, etc.
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Hi Romy, This is the regular price and is good only upto December 31, 2007 as what Sir Bobby mentioned in his earlier posting. Nilo |
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