No doubt, the Kowa is amazing and for a tiny unit is totally outstanding.
In a sub $1000.00 unit I would suggest you peek at the
Athlon Cronus 12-36x50 ED Spotting ScopeSPECIFICATIONMagnification 12-36
Objective Lens Diameter 50 mm
Prism Glass Bak 4
Apochromatic Lens System Yes
ESP Dielectric Coating Yes
XPL Coating Yes
ED Glass Yes
Lense Coating Advanced Fully Multi-Coated
Field of View 171-90 ft
Exit Pupil 4.1-1.4 mm
Eye Relief 0.7-0.59"
Close Focus 26.2′
Dimension (LxW) 9.8"X2.6"
Weight 26.5 oz
FEATURESAprochromatic Lens System Apochromatic lense system gives you the result of images which have greater contrast, sharpness and color definition
ED Glass ED glass gives you an image with little or no chromatic fringe so the final result brings an ultimate clearest and sharpest image to your eyes
ESP Dielectric Coating ESP Dielectric Coating is a multi layer prism coating that reflects over 99% of the light to your eyes bringing you a clear, bright image that displays accurate color reproduction.
Magnesium Chassis Magnesium chassis give you the strength of a metal chassis while reducing the weight as much as 30%
XPL Coating XPL Coating gives you an extra protection on the exterior lenses from dirt, oil and scratches
Bak4 Prism Bak-4 glass prisms reflect more light to your eyes which will give you brighter and sharper image.
Advanced Fully Multi-Coated Advanced Fully Multi-Coated lenses gives you better light transmission to bring optimum brightness and true color across the entire light spectrum.
Argon Purged Argon Purging uses the inertia gas with bigger size molecules to purge any moisture out of the tube giving you better waterproofing and thermal stability .
Waterproof Waterproof to protects the binocular in the harshest weather conditions or if accidently submerged underwater
Dual Focus Dual focus has dual speed focus knobs that offer both faster and finer focus adjustment