What does SLC mean in Swarovski binoculars?

What does SLC mean in Swarovski binoculars?

slim, light, compact
REVIEW TOPICS SLC (which stands for “slim, light, compact”) binoculars comprise an extended product line, available in 8x and 10×56, 7x, 8x and 10×50, 8x and 10×42 and 8×30 models. All SLC binoculars are single-hinge, roof prism designs.

Are Swarovski SLC discontinued?

Swarovski has recently discontinued their well known x42 SLC binoculars, with the last units dispatched in December 2020, see posts #6 and 8 at: https://www.birdforum.net/threads/gpo-passion-10×56.402828/#post-4127478 In contrast, Swarovski does continue to offer the larger x56 SLC models, and…

Where are Swarovski SLC made?

Austria
Swarovski’s culture • Swarovski is a family-run business, which makes crystal glass as well as sport optics. All its binoculars are made in Austria. The Swarovski website says the company is committed to courageous innovation and to creating objects that will last and serve for a lifetime.

What is the difference between Swarovski SLC and El?

The SLCs are brighter in the twilight hours than the EL’s but more importantly seem to have more contrast. The EL’s coatings are aimed at clarity and true color. This can make the EL’s seem crisper in normal light conditions simply because there is more contrast in similar colors.

Are Swarovski binoculars worth the price?

Swarovski binoculars in general hold their value much better than most brands and this tends to take them out of the “expense” category and put them into the “investment” category for those items that provide a return over a period of time.

Why are Swarovski binoculars so good?

What makes Swarovski binoculars so good? Swarovski binoculars set themselves apart because of its enhanced lens and prism coatings. The best Swarovski binoculars are also those that are unparalleled in ergonomic comfort.

Where are Swarovski scopes manufactured?

Tyrol, Austria
Absam factory, Tyrol, Austria. The main production facility of Swarovski Optik is located in Absam, which is a metropolitan city near Innsbruck, the capital of the Tyrolean state of Austria.

Are Swarovski EL worth it?

Well worth the money. I have the 12×50 ELs and have never looked back. I have a pair of 10×42 Swarovski, I also have a pair of vortex diamondback 10×42 for my kids to carry. During the broad daylight, I can’t see the difference, during low light conditions, the difference is huge.

What makes Swarovski binoculars so good?

There is considerable glass used in the Swarovski EL binoculars and it’s of a heavier, optical grade to ensure that your view through it will be as good as possible. The weight of the glass is unavoidable in producing excellent optics.