Now I know why DD 'ditched' this!
Optic is terrific, commands good FOV too. The problem is, the power is not good enough. 6 power just don't cut it, except for rather close observations. So probably best suited in the woods, trails(like Magee marsh boardwalk? Haven't been there, just guessing) for spotting warblers and likewise fast moving passerines. It IS not a toy, as Pete Dunne or somebody mentioned; it's rather hefty, too. But for multi-purpose all around birding, better power is advised. DD actually was touting 10x42 Canon stabilizing binocular for Hahamongna birding yesterday, and another birder was also using a 10 power one. 8 power is probably the best, since too much power destabilizes the view(hence DD using a stabilizing one).
