Athlon Optics Neos G2 HD 10x42 Binoculars - High Definition Optics for Outstanding Viewing Experience

GhostRanger: These are just as clear as the Vortex equivalent and at a far better price. See antelope at 300 yards no problem.

United States on Sep 02, 2023

David C.: I've owned much more expensive birding bins. This is just as good -- certainly as good as low/mid level Nikons. And at $100 they're totally acceptable. (Much) more expensive bins are great, but for an entry level (or spare pair) these are quite good. My second pair -- gave the first ones away.

United States on Jun 04, 2023

KetKet: First the Pros: These binoculars are very well made and feel excellent in hand. The textured armor has a nice grippy feel without being too rubberized and confidence inspiring. The overall quality is excellent and above average for the price. The premium box it comes in also gives the sensation of a premium product.

Cons: I would have kept the Neos if the optics were better. Sharpness and clarity are underwhelming and average at best. The center is fine but the sharpness falls off quickly as you look towards the outer view. FOV is also below par, very narrow at around 319ft @ 1000yds according to specs. (10x42 version); FOV is equivalent to binos with higher magnification. I also noticed a lot of chromatic aberration and fringing in bright conditions which is annoyingly distracting. Comparing the NEOS HD G2 to the Celestron Trailseeker or Diamondback HD with the same magnification, the difference is night and day. I realize the two are in the next price bracket but optically a big leap forward in every respect.

The NEOS and Talos are very well made and serviceable but a let down for me optically. I really like the brand and have high regards for what they are trying...

United States on Apr 01, 2023

Josef Schaf: Preisleistung passt , nur Sehfeld ist klein - das können andere um diesen Preis besser

Germany on Feb 03, 2023

Karen: I like everything about these bins. Quality made, excellent brightness while in use, work so well one-handed in combination with the binocular harness! Amazing price for this quality. Super happy with these!

Australia on Oct 11, 2022

EineFrageNoch: Das Fernglas ist hochwertig verarbeitet, hat ein helles Bild und lässt für mich persönlich keine Wünsche offen. Wer etwas weniger ausgeben möchte und auf Wetterschutz verzichten kann, der kann sich mal das Tasco 7x35 ansehen. Ich besitze beide Gläser und das Tasco ist wirklich stark, das hätte ich bei dem Preis nie gedacht.

Edit 10.08.22: Ich muss einen Stern abziehen. Wer lange Wimpern hat, wird ggf. Probleme bekommen. Diese kommen leider automatisch immer in den Sichtbereich und stören. Das ist bei anderen Gläsern anders.

Germany on Mar 21, 2022

hannovantartu: I have recently become an 'addict' of Athlon binoculars. The Neos G2 10x42 HD is my most recent acquisition for USD 105 (incl. shipping and import). I previously bought and still use the first generation composite bodied Argos 8x34 HD (USD 164 incl. shipping and import), the magnesium alloy Midas G2 8x42 UHD (USD 363 incl. shipping and import), and the magnesium alloy Cronus G2 10x42 UHD (USD 655 incl. shipping and import). (Today, some of these prices are significantly lower.)

It is not quite fair to compare between 8x and 10x magnification, the above given price progression reflects my personal preference. It is true that I mostly use the two 8x Argos and Midas -- because I can hand-hold them. However, the Cronus on a tripod is supreme. So why did I buy the "cheap" Neos? Primarily because of curiosity and because the Neos was so affordable. To a lesser extent, I was influenced by the very positive customer reviews. The 5 stars I gave to Neos do not reflect their performance compared to my Cronus -- they reflect my opinion of their value of the "ridiculously good optics" for the price. The Cronus are worth the more than six-fold price to me, because I can afford it -- not...

United States on Mar 08, 2022

Darren B: I’m not an expert on binoculars , but I purchased these because of good reviews on Amazon. I’m definitely impressed with build quality and terrific optics. (I am an optometrist and understand optics). These are bigger and heavier than my old Nikon Travelite II, but the image quality is better.

Canada on Feb 08, 2022

M. Gentry: Not knowing or reading a single thing about these binoculars I just ordered them at the last minute for a hiking trip and we couldn't be more impressed with them. I'm no expert in binoculars, I imagine the pair I replaced were 25+ years old but I can't even compare this set with that old set. I have a very large Celestron set of binoculars I use for night sky viewing but these are actually than those to the point I don't even use that set now. During the recent lunar eclipse these were the only set I used and they were perfect.
The little tripod adapter even came in handy although it's in weird location so it takes a little figuring out to use.
These might be considered a little bit large for hiking, I just wanted one pair for hiking, camping you name it and these fit the bill perfectly.
Highly recommend

United States on Nov 26, 2021

Webbie: Easy to use without faffying around with lens caps as they are all connected to the main case. Field of vision is great and superr focus.
At the competitive price a good piece of equipment. Would recommend to anyone.

United Kingdom on Sep 05, 2021