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Review: SWAROVSKI OPTIK MY JUNIOR 7x28 Binoculars - designed for children's adventures
6 October 2024
By Sarah Hagen & Isla Hamilton
By Sarah Hagen & Isla Hamilton
The SWAROVSKI OPTIK My Junior 7x28 binoculars are a new addition to the company's esteemed lineup, specifically designed to cater to younger nature enthusiasts.
Known for their high-quality optics and precision engineering, Swarovski Optik has created a product that aims to provide children with an exceptional wildlife watching experience. This review delves into the various features, performance, and overall usability of these binoculars for children's outdoor adventures.
What's in the box?
Optical Performance:
One of the standout features of the My Junior 7x28 binoculars is their optical performance. Swarovski Optik has ensured that these binoculars provide sharp, clear, and bright images, which are crucial for wildlife watching. The 7x magnification is perfect for children, offering a good balance between image stability and field of view. The 28 mm objective lenses gather ample light, making them suitable for use in different lighting conditions, from bright daylight to the subdued light of early morning or dusk.
The binoculars feature high-quality coatings on the lenses and prisms, which enhance light transmission and reduce glare, providing vibrant and true-to-life colours. The field of view allows children to easily track fast moving wildlife like buzzing bees, which is essential for keeping young adventurers engaged and excited about their discoveries.
Build Quality and Design:
The My Junior 7x28 binoculars boast a robust yet lightweight design, ideal for young hands. Weighing just 480 grams, these binoculars are light enough for children to carry around without causing fatigue. The durable housing is made from high-quality materials that can withstand the rigours of outdoor use. The exterior is coated with a non-slip, rather attractive, rubberised grip that provides added security and comfort, ensuring that the binoculars won't easily slip out of small hands!
Ease of use:
The My Junior's come in a compact form factor with dimensions of 125 mm x 100 mm x 56 mm, making them super easy to pack and carry. They are also ergonomically designed, with smooth focusing wheels and diopter adjustments that are easy for children to operate and the graphic icon detail of mountain or flower on the focuser is a really nice touch, that makes things easy to understand and follow for young people. Additionally, the binoculars are waterproof and fog-proof, ensuring they can be used in various weather conditions without compromising on performance. Side note - my daughter absolutely loved the Glacier Blue colour that was sent for testing.
Safety and comfort:
Swarovski Optik has placed a strong emphasis on safety and comfort in the My Junior 7x28 binoculars. The rubberised coating not only provides a secure grip but also acts as a protective barrier, minimising the impact of accidental drops. The compact and lightweight design reduces the strain on young users' necks and shoulders, especially when worn for extended periods.
Additionally, the binoculars come with a comfortable neck strap and a durable carrying case, adding to their convenience and portability. These accessories help ensure that the binoculars remain safe and accessible during outdoor adventures. A special mention must go to the designers of the humble, carry case - this is superb, and made carrying around when not in use really efficient and without hindering movement or enjoyment. Surely, this design may become the norm for more binoculars in the future.
Verdict:
The SWAROVSKI OPTIK My Junior 7x28 binoculars are an excellent choice for children interested in wildlife watching. Combining Swarovski's renowned optical quality with a child-friendly design, these binoculars offer a perfect blend of performance, durability, and ease of use. They are well-suited for introducing young adventurers to the wonders of nature, providing them with the tools they need to explore and appreciate the natural world.
★★★★★★★★★ 8.5/10
Testing scores
📦 Buy now: www.swarovskioptik.com
🏷 Price: £400.00
Known for their high-quality optics and precision engineering, Swarovski Optik has created a product that aims to provide children with an exceptional wildlife watching experience. This review delves into the various features, performance, and overall usability of these binoculars for children's outdoor adventures.
What's in the box?
- My Junior's (Jungle Green or Glacier Blue)
- Eyepiece cover
- Carrying strap
- Shoulder strap
- Bag
- 'Nature notes' notebook
Optical Performance:
One of the standout features of the My Junior 7x28 binoculars is their optical performance. Swarovski Optik has ensured that these binoculars provide sharp, clear, and bright images, which are crucial for wildlife watching. The 7x magnification is perfect for children, offering a good balance between image stability and field of view. The 28 mm objective lenses gather ample light, making them suitable for use in different lighting conditions, from bright daylight to the subdued light of early morning or dusk.
The binoculars feature high-quality coatings on the lenses and prisms, which enhance light transmission and reduce glare, providing vibrant and true-to-life colours. The field of view allows children to easily track fast moving wildlife like buzzing bees, which is essential for keeping young adventurers engaged and excited about their discoveries.
Build Quality and Design:
The My Junior 7x28 binoculars boast a robust yet lightweight design, ideal for young hands. Weighing just 480 grams, these binoculars are light enough for children to carry around without causing fatigue. The durable housing is made from high-quality materials that can withstand the rigours of outdoor use. The exterior is coated with a non-slip, rather attractive, rubberised grip that provides added security and comfort, ensuring that the binoculars won't easily slip out of small hands!
Ease of use:
The My Junior's come in a compact form factor with dimensions of 125 mm x 100 mm x 56 mm, making them super easy to pack and carry. They are also ergonomically designed, with smooth focusing wheels and diopter adjustments that are easy for children to operate and the graphic icon detail of mountain or flower on the focuser is a really nice touch, that makes things easy to understand and follow for young people. Additionally, the binoculars are waterproof and fog-proof, ensuring they can be used in various weather conditions without compromising on performance. Side note - my daughter absolutely loved the Glacier Blue colour that was sent for testing.
Safety and comfort:
Swarovski Optik has placed a strong emphasis on safety and comfort in the My Junior 7x28 binoculars. The rubberised coating not only provides a secure grip but also acts as a protective barrier, minimising the impact of accidental drops. The compact and lightweight design reduces the strain on young users' necks and shoulders, especially when worn for extended periods.
Additionally, the binoculars come with a comfortable neck strap and a durable carrying case, adding to their convenience and portability. These accessories help ensure that the binoculars remain safe and accessible during outdoor adventures. A special mention must go to the designers of the humble, carry case - this is superb, and made carrying around when not in use really efficient and without hindering movement or enjoyment. Surely, this design may become the norm for more binoculars in the future.
Verdict:
The SWAROVSKI OPTIK My Junior 7x28 binoculars are an excellent choice for children interested in wildlife watching. Combining Swarovski's renowned optical quality with a child-friendly design, these binoculars offer a perfect blend of performance, durability, and ease of use. They are well-suited for introducing young adventurers to the wonders of nature, providing them with the tools they need to explore and appreciate the natural world.
★★★★★★★★★ 8.5/10
Testing scores
- Design: ★★★★★★★★★ 9/10
- Performance: ★★★★★★★★★ 9/10
- Durability: ★★★★★★★★ 8/10
- Weight: ★★★★★★★★ 8/10
- Value: ★★★★★★★ 7/10
📦 Buy now: www.swarovskioptik.com
🏷 Price: £400.00
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