Maven 12x50 vs 12x42

muleytail

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Hey guys I'm really leaning towards getting some Maven C series Binos but I can't decide between the 12x50 or 12x42, anybody have experience with either? Are they that much different?
 
I have the C Series 12x42's and really like them. I also have a pair of 12x50 Leupold Mojave's and the Maven's are better even though the Mojave's cost $200 more.
 
The trade off with that much magnification in a 42 is smaller exit pupil diameter (think low light performance). You won’t be getting that image just “popping up” effect as well with a smaller objective and high magnification. The point I’m trying to make, I’d definitely go 50.
 
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Something to consider... When we tried them, I liked the 50s, but my wife hated them. The 50s were not able to get narrow enough for her eyes. Not sure on what you need. I have the 12x50 and my wife got the 10x42. In all honesty for nearly everything we do, I like hers better.
 

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