I use these for everything.They are light weight and fit comfortably around my neck. They are the only binoculars I use, or even need. I've had them for about 6 years and I've had no problems with them at all.The easy focus is right where you need it.I watch birds and squirrels in my back yard and...

The stable image they provide allows greater detail to be seen. Not too big and heavy. 12x is really nice. Using mostly for birding. There is a small amount of CA under certain high contrast conditions. There will be a very small number of people who will get dizzy from the IS effect.

We have found these binoculars exactly what we were after for nature watching. The extra cost of having the image stabilisation feature has been worthwhile. These are brilliant, nice and light to carry and simple to use and give enough magnification.

Having owned and enjoyed a pair of 10 x 30IS for the last decade to experience wide field star views, I was surprised to find the 12 x 36 IS II such an improved performer. The increased capture and the purity of colour in the optics bought more objects into view and easily resolved the Jewel Box and...

Reliable; Durable; Superior build quality; Easy to use

I had heard about IS binoculars, and although they are expensive, found this set used for the price of a nice regular set. Based on some online research, I first read the instructions (important!) and then put them to work. Blown away. Nothing like I expected.

This product is used on a large lake to identify dangerous boating/recreational activity. We thentry to cause a behavioral change and make our lake a safe place throughout the summer

Compact; Quality Lenses; Strong Construction; Waterproof; Works Well With Glasses

As an experienced brider (bird watcher to some) I've owned some of the world's greastest optics, the type of European "alpha-glass" that top tour leaders wear with pride. I bought the Canon 12x36 almost 6 years ago based mostly on my respect for the Canon L lenses with internal stabilization that I...

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

Close Focus; Quality Lenses; Strong Construction; Works Well With Glasses

Heavy

Canon Image Stabilising Binos: 12x30 Image Stabilising binoculars. For general hand-held use 10 x magnification is about right, because the natural movement of the observer is emphasised by the instrument, and things can get shaky, especially on a windy day.

Greatly improves the quality of observation

A touch heavy; and a bit unattractive; (only matters if you are a poseur)

I purchased these for my husband because he likes to photograph water fowl and he loves the binoculars. Shipping was timely and I am very pleased with the product. Good choice to purchase for yourself or a gift.