[christyleigh]

I've had a pair of Nikons for a few years now and I think they are great. The original battery is still working in my short season. The stabilization is switchable and when off they are far from useless. I don't remember the power but the 10x50 that SD mentioned sounds right. If they fail totally - I'd simply pick up my old pair and sail on...... and I would be ordering another pair - the next day - as I would never want to be without them again !!