I like full size binocs and the slide and flex bino system, you dont feel the extra weight around your neck. The extra field of view is nice in thick timber especially in low light anound dawn and dusk. The wide view makes it easier to spot movement in cover at close ranges like 100 yds and under. I use Brunton Lite Tech 10x42 binocs, they are fully-multi-coated and very clear, and best of all; reasonably priced.[8D]