Canon 8 x 25 Compact Binoculars with Image Stabilizer (7562A002)

Bought these to use when going to events. They work excellently for this. The IS is a big help and the image is clear and sharp.

Cons: UnstableCanon had rebates for stabilizers,but I did not receive it after I filled out the form and sent it by certified mail before the deadline. When I called the number on the form, the number was not working at all. Be cautious with Canon.

Bought this for my wife as a holiday present, to watch wildlife in the back of our yard, and have been using it myself as well. A red fox was easy to spot with the naked eye but bringing it up close was cool, sharp. The Image Stabilizer did a ton of good for me (apparently I have shaky hands). The blue jay was hiding in the scrubs, I only found it when searching the perimiter.

Great for bird watching

Pros: Strong Construction; Quality Lenses; Bright optics; Works Well With GlassesCons: BulkyThese are without a doubt the best binocs I've owned. Canon starts with excellent glass that transmits a bright, true-color image, then adds their proprietary image stabi, which is a revelation. I love to hand these to a hiking companion and hear them say, "Ahhh..." when they press the button and see the image become rock-steady. It's like having the binocs on a tripod, only better, because you can pan around in all directions-- great for following a soaring bird, or scanning the night sky. I've used these in a canoe and on the deck of a boat; I've used them in an airplane to study the terrain below; I've used them from the passenger seat of a car, to study road signs and traffic conditions ahead. They're great for backyard birding at any distance over 10 ft. The image stabi permits close, careful study of identifying (and visually stunning) markings, even in low light.They are a bit bulky and heavy (but still more portable than most porro prism binocs). Sometimes I stick to smaller binocs when backpacking, although no compact binocs will please as much as these Canons. An X-shaped binoc strap will hold them quite nicely when hiking.One caveat: the battery is an odd 3-volt size, which you might not find in a little country store, so be sure to have extras on hand when travelling. One battery will last a long time, though, as you can find and focus your subject, then press and hold the stabi button for only as long as you need to.

Oh, and the price is right, too! Great binocs.

Light weight and with the IS - easy to hold steady and focus. Has a good field of view. We use it primarily for sporting events.

Pros: Quality Lenses; Close Focus; Strong ConstructionCons: Bulkyimage stabilizer is amazing

Pros: Compact; Quality Lensesgreat optics, IS works great ,slightly bulky-heavy. Canon needs to produce reasonably priced waterproof set.

Pros: Close Focus; Works Well With Glasses; Compact; Strong Construction; Quality LensesThe image stabilizer feature makes these move powerful than the size indicates.