Canon 15x50 Image Stabilization All Weather Binoculars w/Case, Neck Strap & Batteries

I've had these binocs (Canon 15x50 IS) for two weeks now and am regretting my purchase . . . . regretting that I didn't buy them years ago, that is! So far I have put them to work for aircraft spotting, watching hawks soar high overhead, looking at the moon, and general observation of distant terrain. These are by far the best optical instrument I've ever had the pleasure to use. The Image Stabilizer feature is truly outstanding. It allows you to really reach in on astounding views, and enjoy them with rock solid stability. For example, to focus in on a Boeing 747 that is still 5 miles out on final appoach, and clearly watch it extend its landing gear in all its glory of doors opening, wheels articulating, and doors closing . . . then enjoy watching it float through the air until WHOOOOOOSH it's upon you, is awe-inspiring! And fun! Another pleasant surprise. The binocs came with two years of extended warranty from Canon free -- three years in total. I wasn't expecting that, but it was in the box when it arrived. Cheers to them! Prior to buying, I compared the Nikon 14x40 Stabileyes and Canon 15x50 and 18x50 IS binocs and tried them extensively, back to back to back, indoors and out. The Canon's seemed a bit brighter than the Nikon's (as they should be at 15x50 vs. 14x40), sharper, they are more compact although perhaps a bit less robust, and thanks to more heavy discounting and the rebates, they cost about $350 less. The Canons are more highly regarded in the various enthusiast sites as well (both the birders and the astroheads love 'em). The Canon 18's cost $200 more than the 15's, and seemed just a bit "jitteryier" (is that a word?). I am planning to use these for daytime aircraft spotting as well as the night sky, so the 18's just seemed a "bit much" for my needs. The 15's seemed perfect. Great price from Amazon . . . . $799, before a $100 mail in Canon rebate and a free $50 Amazon gift card. Net cost of $650 is a great deal -- enough so that I justified overnight shipping! Cheers to Canon for a job well done!

I use these binoculars for astronomy and the image stabilization is excellent! I just used these to observe the April 8th, 2024 total solar eclipse (with appropriate solar filters of course) and the view was awe inspiring! They are so good ᵐy wife didn’t want to relinquish them while viewing the eclipse! I definitely recommend these binoculars!

I bought these in order to have a great "all around" pair of binoculars. They have served me very well for general, light use in the following areas: - birdwatching - moon/sky-gazing, but you don't want a bulky telescope - any other time I needed to magnify my view with a steady image I wanted to be able to look at the moon, but was not interested on learning about, or moving around, a bulky telescope. That is the main reason I ended up buying these binoculars. The image stabilization works superbly. For general use around your home, property, looking at the night sky, or trips where you can pack them in a suitcase to use at another destination, they are excellent. They are on the heavy side, so probably not a good choice for backpackers. I have not tested them in "all weather", so I cannot comment on that feature. In my opinion, they are so nice, and expensive, I only take them out of the original box for use in good weather, then I put them right back into the box for safe-keeping. But, they do feel tough and rugged. The IS is worth the extra cost in my opinion. It will make an otherwise shaky magnified image almost perfectly steady - truly amazing!

As advertised, these 15 power binoculars give a bright crisp stable image. They are heavy but feel well balanced in my hands. The stabilization button is right at a fingertip. I am 68 years old but had no problem bringing both lenses to focus with none of the 'flicker' effect I have found in less expensive binoculars.When scanning a landscape there is no panning distortion. Perfect crisp images of the Moon are routine. I did see some blur on the edges of Jupiter, but I believe that is due to my eyes rather than the binoculars, given that all other observations have been razor sharp. I don't find them too heavy to carry around my neck for two hour walks and have enjoyed excellent views of various wildlife including hawks, deer and coyotes. They are well worth the money to me.

I did not know what to expect from these binoculars. My disappointment was that I do not get a steady image unless I brace them against a solid object. If I hold them freely in my hands, there is some shaking. And they are very heavy. But as long as I do brace them against something, the image is very steady and clear.