My friend bought a pair of Steiner's last year and I thought they were good. I was shopping for a pair of binoculars this year and looked at the Steiners, Leupolds and Bushnell Legends. The Bushnells won IMHO. I bought the Legend 10x26. They were clearer, sharper and gathered more light than the higher priced ones. Try a pair out before you buy the Steiners. You might be surprised.

Steve