By: rdbroci (22-Jan-07)      Experience with product: 1 Months

Strengths:	Works as advertised. The stablizer adds a new deminsion. Well built and easy to use.
Weaknesses:	None that I noted.

Full User Summary
Works as advertised and the various write-ups. The stabilizer really works and is great for sporting events - i.e., football games. The binoculars are easy to use and had excellent clarity. The 10 x 30 really brought the action much closer and is a must have for anyone sitting in the stadium upper deck. A little expensive for the average person, but being a one time purchase it was a great value. I highly recommend this model.

By: atwnsw2 (14-Jan-07)      Experience with product: 2 Days

Strengths:	Image clarity is incredible...
Weaknesses:	Must hold button down for IS to work...

Full User Summary
I ordered both of Canon IS models 8x25 and 10x30 after debating between size/cost and love both of them. If I only received the 8x25, I would also have been happy. Howevever, when you put them side by side, the 10x30 have better image quality and build quality....Highly recommend

By: sem99 (03-Jan-06)      Experience with product: 1 Week

Strengths:	unbelievably clear, steady image
Weaknesses:	not waterproof, no caps on objectives, IS button won't "stick" for 5-10 minutes

Full User Summary
These are the least expensive IS binoculars in their class (not counting Russian binoculars). The image they produce is very, very good, however Canon puts a lot of restrictions on their use. According to Canon, you can't use them in high humidity, high/cold environments, etc. They are not water- or fog-proof. They come only with ocular caps and no objective caps, so you got to find a way to protect them. The case is too thin and does not provide adequate protection either.