Question 1

Which binocular is best for bird watching?

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Typical binocular sizes for birding are around 8x40, 8x25, 7x35, and 8x30. Bigger 2nd number = more light but heavierer. Models up from this that rare really great but still not to expensive would be the Nikon Acculon 7x35 (wide view), LL.Bean/Bushnell "Discovery" 8x25(small but sharp), and the Leupold Yosemite 8x30(very sharp and clear). This 8x21 is OK but it needs a bright target and it's not super sharp. Still, 8x21 is easy to carry around in pocket or purse. I use the Discovery a lot...it's a compromise size and super-sharp.

Question 2

Why can't you seperate out the reviews by the sub-product line.  8x21 is a lot different than 12x32 for example.  I cant' tell what they are reviewing

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You can filter the reviews, there are drop down boxes at the beginning of the reviews. One of the boxes lets you choose the 8x21 format.  (This list varies depending on the item you have chosen to view)At the first page of reviews you can select to see the newest reviews first.  At the beginning of the Newest reviews the boxes are just above the first review.

Question 3

My husband and I enjoy the ocean and just wondering if any of you that have bought these have used these for different ships, etc?. Thanks much

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I am not sure if this is what you mean, but we have taken these Bushnell's on a cruise to Bermuda and enjoyed using them on our balcony to watch the ships that were sailing nearby as well as when arriving and leaving port.They are a nice compact set of binoculars.

Question 4

I plan to use these for the symphony. What is the best magnification and how do they function in dim lighting?

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Obviously, the variable here is the distance from your seat to the stage, but generally this binocular will function fine for symphony viewing, since the stage will be lighted to some degree.  I use these at the Hollywood Bowl from the middle row of section G1 with good results.  The following are links two images showing the seating plan and a aerial view of the bowl to give you an approximation of the distances involved.  Hope this helps.http://hollywoodbowltips.com/wp-content/uploads/2012/06/hbowl_seatingchart.pdfhttp://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:Hollywood_Bowl_USGS.jpg

ASIN	B00004SABB
Age Range Description	Adult
Apparent Angle of View	28.8 degrees
Best Sellers Rank	#1,553 in Camera & Photo Products ( See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products ) #749 in Binoculars
Brand	Bushnell
Built-In Media	PowerView Compact Binocs 8x21
Coating	Fully Coated
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	JUMELLE
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (2,242)
Diopter Adjustment Range	+/-2 diopters
Enclosure Material	Synthetic, Rubber
Exit-Pupil Diameter	2.6 millimeters
Eye Relief	10 millimeters
Features	Compact Design
Field of View	7.18 degrees
Focus Description	Manual Focus
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Global Trade Identification Number	00029757162403, 00796133287714
Item Dimensions L x W	5"L x 3.5"W
Item Type Name	binoculars, weather station, hydration
Item Weight	0.2 kg
Low Light Technology	Yes
Magnification Maximum	8
Manufacturer	Bushnell
Manufacturer Part Number	BN132514
Model Name	PowerView Compact Binocs 8x21
Model Number	BN132514
Mount Type	Pocket,Roof
Number of Items	1
Objective Lens Diameter	21
Prism Type	Roof Prism
Relative Brightness	2.6
Size Map	Compact
Specific Uses	personal
UPC	029757162403 297571624036
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	Manufacturer Warranty
Water Resistance Level	Waterproof
Zoom Ratio	8 multiplier_x

Bushnell Powerview Compact Folding Roof Prism Binocular

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