Finally got my zen-rays yesterday. I missed the mailman on Saturday and had to wait through a loooooooooooong weekend to come to post office to pick it up.
I have been impressed by the first few hours fiddling with it and comparing with my nikon. The rubber actually has black finish, instead of the gray finish as shown on the website. I think I like the black tone finish better and it feels more substantial. Focus wheel is very smooth to operate. The sharpness is very similar to Monarch at the center field, but better toward the edge. I tried to compare the brightness last night and couldn't pick out a winner even after switching back and forth between two binoculars. This pair has plenty of eyerelief. I can use it comfortable with my glasses on. I bought it as a back-up pair initially so I can toss into the car in case I need it on occasion. But after owning it for about a day, I probably will use this more often with its wider viewing angle. At this price, this glass is a terrific bargain!
