340 ft
24.7 oz
Lifetime
The unit features premium quality BAK4 lens with phase correction and dielectric coating. O-ring seals will guarantee reliable water and fog protection, and rubber armour will ensure a secure non-slip grip.
The focus ring might produce a scratchy sound as you turn it right.
Offering premium build quality, these binoculars are tripod compatible. It is an excellent choice for an outing, fishing or hunting trip. This professional-quality unit can even be used by the coast guard.
10x
42mm
4.2mm
16mm
330 ft
Porro / BAK4
5 ft
Fully Multi-Coated
Dielectric coating, Twist-up eyecups, Diopter ring on the right eyepiece, Non-slip rubber armour, Tripod adapter socket, Water and fog proof
21.3 oz
Lifetime
Non-slip rubber grip pads will ensure comfortable use in any weather conditions. The unit offers a 7x magnification and a 420-feet field of view. An auto focusing Porro prism will ensure sharp viewing even if you watch moving objects.
It could have better protection from bumps and damage.
Perfectly suited for watching stadium sports, birding, hunting, and other outdoor activities, these 7x35 binoculars by Bushnell boast high build quality and an abrasion-resistant finish.
7х
35mm
5mm
12mm
420 ft
Porro
20 ft
Fully Multi-Coated
Fold-down eyecups, Non-slip rubber grip pads, InstaFocus lever
21 oz
Lifetime limited
52 oz
Lifetime limited
25 oz / 29.8 oz / 30 oz
Lifetime limited
Compact and Powerful
Bushnell Legend binoculars are a typical model with 10x magnification, which means the object you see will be 10 times bigger than it is in reality. They provide quite a good accuracy. The size of the front lens of these cool binoculars is 42mm, which means the exit pupil is 4.2mm and the optical efficiency amounts to 17.64. Therefore, these fantastic binoculars can be used even in the evening or in the dusk. The field of view is rather wide - you can see the area of 340 feet at a distance of 1000 yards, so watching wild animals will be simple and fascinating. These are perfectly suitable binoculars for birdwatching.
The optical system of Bushnell binoculars is based on a roof prism, thanks to which the binoculars are rather compact and smaller than many of the competitors. The prism is made of BAK4 glass, so the view you observe is distortion-free and detailed. Branded ED Prime Glass lenses are made of extra-low dispersion fluorite glass which provides a good view in case of poor illumination. RaidGuard HD ensures the maximum accuracy of the view during a rain - that's certainly one of the advantages of Bushnell binoculars.
Comfy Design
The chassis (i.e. casing) of these Bushnell Legend Ultra HD binoculars is made of magnesium with a rubberized surface. Apart from being extremely durable, these binoculars firmly sit in your hands, and you won't accidentally drop them. Also, the item is totally waterproof and dustproof; if it starts to rain, Bushnell binoculars won't be damaged. On the inside, this unit is filled with nitrogen to prevent fogging even if the air is really humid. This design peculiarity makes a positive effect on the quality of what you see through these binoculars.
If you wear glasses, no problem, since the eyecups can be twisted up if necessary. In case you have different eyesight on your eyes, just use a diopter adjustment ring and lock it to 'save' your settings. It's a useful feature, especially for those who move a lot. If you wish, you can also attach this unit to a tripod, thanks to a tripod adapter slot. As for the weight, Bushnell binoculars weigh 24.7 ounces, so you can carry them without inconvenience.
As you can see, being one of the best binoculars in its class, the Bushnell Ultra HD binoculars will ensure comfortable and enjoyable wildlife watching.
| Last updated price | $251.23 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B002008RVC |
Premium Quality Optics
If you are looking for high-quality 10x 42mm binoculars, this model is one of the best options out there. The unit uses fully-multicoated lenses with excellent light transmission. All air-to-glass surfaces have multiple anti-reflective coatings. Meanwhile, a dielectric coating will guarantee color-accurate bright, and clear images. An ultra-hard ArmorTek coating on the exterior lenses will protect them from oil, dirt, and scratches. This HD optical system will ensure outstanding edge-to-edge sharpness and color fidelity, allowing you to enjoy the scenery and wildlife at their best.
Thanks to O-ring seals and argon purging, these high-power binoculars will remain waterproof and fog-proof in all environments, which makes this item a fantastic choice for hunting, fishing, and other outdoor activities. Besides, this model has non-slip rubber armor that will provide a comfortable grip and enhance the unit's durability. We would also like to note that the binoculars are equipped with a tripod adapter socket, and you can use them on a car window mount or a tripod for more convenient prolonged use.
Easy to Adjust to Your Needs
Adjustable eyecups will ensure comfortable viewing for any user, whether they wear glasses or not. When you are not using conventional glasses or sunglasses, it is recommended to keep the unit's eyecups fully extended. When you are wearing them, just twist the eyecups down. A diopter ring on the right eyepiece will ensure easy diopter adjustment, and an ergonomic center focus wheel will allow you to focus both barrels at the same time. You can also adjust the IPD (interpupillary distance) depending on your individual needs. For this, just rotate the barrels in or out until you can see a single, shading-free image.
To put a long story short, these professional quality binoculars by Vortex are an excellent choice for hunting, fishing, hiking, and other outdoor activities. Premium quality optics will ensure excellent picture quality.
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| Last updated price | $0.00 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B07V3LDFCR |
Fast Focusing on Moving Objects
Are you looking for compact and affordable binoculars for birding, watching sports events, or hunting? Consider this lightweight unit by Bushnell. Offering 7x magnification, the item has a 35mm lens diameter and weighs as little as 21 oz. The binoculars have a 20-feet close focusing distance, 12mm eye relief, and 5mm exit pupil. Besides, they offer quite an impressive 420-feet field of view at 1000 yards. To ensure sharp viewing, the item uses coated lenses and an auto-focusing Porro prism.
Even more, these compact binoculars use an InstaFocus System for fast focusing on moving objects. An InstaFocus lever will allow you to fine-tune magnification quickly and easily, so you can enjoy watching the wildlife and sports games to the fullest. To ensure comfortable use, the binoculars have a rubberized abrasion-resistant finish that will prevent the device from slipping out of your hands in any weather conditions. This feature makes the binoculars a great choice for hunting, fishing, hiking, or just watching nature's beauty.
Just like its more expensive competitors, this unit has fold-down eyecups. Whether you wear sunglasses or regular glasses, these eyecups will protect your lenses from scratching and damaging while you are using the binoculars. Needless to say, they will ensure more comfortable birdwatching, hunting, watching baseball or other sports.
Affordable Alternative
Well, these moderately-priced binoculars by Bushnell maybe not as immaculately made as some more expensive models, however, they offer excellent picture quality for the price. Lightweight and easy to focus, the device comes with a carry case and a strap. Though some users admit that the case is made of nylon and the strap is somewhat flimsy, it is certainly better than not having them at all. Anyway, you will get the well-known Bushnell quality at a more attractive price.
To wrap it all up, the Bushnell 133410C Falcon binoculars are a great, moderately-priced alternative to more expensive optics. Offering a good picture and easy to adjust, the item is lightweight and portable, and it comes with a handy carrying case. If you only go birding occasionally or if you are looking for lightweight binoculars for your next trip, it is probably the best choice.
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| Last updated price | $25.99 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B00004TBLW |
For Watching Distant Objects
Celestron binoculars are recommended by nearly any binocular buying guide. We have picked Celestron 71008 SkyMaster since they boast an outstanding magnification rate of 25x. No wonder, the front lenses are rather wide in diameter - 70mm, so the light transmittance is incredible. The field of view these cool binoculars provide is 141 feet at a distance of 1000 yards. The exit pupil diameter is 2.8mm. Thanks to immense magnification capabilities, Celestron binoculars are the most suitable for watching distant immobile objects, such as celestial bodies. If you want to enjoy the Moon 0 these binoculars are what you need. You can even try finding the Apollo 11 landing place! Celestron is incredible for astronomical viewing. Of course, you can use these binoculars for gazing into the sea and looking for an attractive harbor while sailing your yacht, for example. These binoculars aren't the best choice for watching the objects moving really fast, though. The minimum focus is 75 feet - too many for watching close objects.
The big size of these binoculars is due to the use of a porro prism. Thus, these are classic binoculars. Despite their size, the Celestron look-see is very convenient to grip and carry. All optics used in these cool binoculars are made of superb BAK4 glass. It goes without saying that Celestron designers keep up with the Johnses and use multi-coated optics for the sake of clear and sharp views. You will definitely enjoy watching distant mountains and valleys at Yellowstone National Park. However, we'd like to emphasize once again that these are excellent binoculars for stargazers who adore stars.
Tripod Compatible
Unlike many other binoculars on the market, this one is shipped with a tripod adapter, so you can easily mount it and enjoy shake-free views. Actually, we strongly advise you to do so, since the weight of these Celestron binoculars is rather big - 52 ounces. The chassis is covered with rubber for firm and non-slip grip. Also, the rubber coating protects the binoculars from scratches. As nearly all modern binoculars, these have a diopter adjustment on the right eyecup. No need to say, the eyecups can be adjusted so that glass wearers can use these binoculars too. The eye relief of Celestron SkyMaster binoculars is 13mm - ideal for people who wear glasses.
All in all, if you are looking for high-quality binoculars for stargazing and watching distant objects, the Celestron 71008 SkyMaster is the one to go for.
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| Last updated price | $86.92 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B003AM87Q4 |
Choose the Magnification You Need
Good Value for the Money
These are classic binoculars that anyone can comfortably hold even though they are rather big. Unlike some other binoculars on our shortlist, that have roof prisms, this pair has a Porro prism. The prism is made of BAK7 glass which makes these binoculars more affordable than their counterparts made of BAK4 glass. Don't worry about the view, it's still really good and highly accurate thanks to multi- and fully-coated optics.
Bushnell binoculars featuring a Porro prism have a patented single-lever InstaFocus® focusing system, thanks to which you can focus on an object with a single move of your finger. It makes these Bushnell binoculars suitable for observing fast-moving objects, such as birds or animals. The chassis of these superb binoculars is made of a rubberized armored material, so a firm grip is guaranteed. These fantastic binoculars for bird watching are tripod adaptable if you buy a special attachment. It's self-evident, that Bushnell glass has a diopter adjustment that people with poor eyesight will highly appreciate. The eyecups can be folded down so that glass-wearers can use these binoculars. Finally, let's say a few words about the weight: the 10x model weighs 25 ounces, 12x - 29.8 ounces, and 20x - 30 ounces.
In a word, these high-powered binoculars by Bushnell are equally good for watching beautiful scenery and fast-moving objects.
| Last updated price | $74.99 |
| Stock | In stock |
| ASIN | B000092PMY |
What Are Binoculars?
Binoculars are, basically, 2 mirror-symmetrical tubes with lots of lenses, mirrors, and a prism. Simple as they are, binoculars give quite a lot of opportunities for people of different professions. As you know, best binoculars are used for observing the distant objects that are too far for human eyesight to spot. Thanks to binoculars, you can zoom the object in and see every single detail of it. Who needs it? Lots of people. Binoculars make it possible for us to watch birds, to orient during a hiking tour, to watch the surface of the Moon, to see faces of your favourite music band during concerts, and so on. And it's self-evident that binoculars are an absolute must-have for any hunter or a border guard! In general, if you like nature and wilderness, you should certainly get a cool pair of binoculars.
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What Features to Compare
Magnification and Lens
There are 3 major features you need to pay attention to when choosing best binoculars: a magnification rate, a front lens diameter, and the exit pupil. The quality of what you are going to see through any binoculars depends primarily on them. Let's explain each parameter so that you understand what they mean. So, the magnification rate tells you how many times you can enlarge a distant object. The more the better but the quality and accuracy suffer. If you need best binoculars for birding, choose a model that has a magnification rate of 8x and lower - you will be able to find the object and focus on it rather quickly. If you wish to observe a pride of lions from afar in Africa - choose binoculars with a higher magnification rate. The diameter of the front lens impacts a viewing angle and the amount of light the lens can collect. Thus, the wider the lens is, the more you will be able to see. Finally, consider the exit pupil. It depends on the previous feature and the higher the exit pupil is, the better you will be able to see in the evening. Be careful when choosing lens parameters, consider what you need binoculars for, then proceed to the other important aspects described further on.
Optical System
Now, it's time to consider the optic system of all best binoculars in our review. The keystone is a prism that transforms and rotates an image so that our eyes can see the object as it is, not upside down. The prism and the material it's made of are really important since it impacts the quality of what you see and the size of the binoculars. Today, 2 major types of prisms are used: roof and porro. Roof prisms are smaller and, therefore, binoculars with roof prisms are more compact, too. However, porro prisms are rather popular even today; it's a classic design of binoculars. The units with a porro prism are usually quite convenient to carry and hold. Next, find out what type of material a prism is made of - it impacts the view you see. As usual, 2 types of glass are used to produce prisms: BAK4 and BAK7. BAK7 prisms are usually installed on cheaper models but there's a drawback - the view on the sides will be more obscure than that in the centre. BAK4 prisms are far superior in terms of the view they produce. Also, the best binoculars have a multi-layer coating of lenses and prism - it helps get a rather bright view even in the dusk.
Convenience
In the end, you need to consider how convenient binoculars are and if you will feel comfortable using it. So, what to start with? First of all, pay attention to the material all binoculars are made of and what coating they have. If you need binoculars for really extreme situations, choose a reinforced or magnesium chassis (shock-resistant and durable). The chassis should be rubberized so that the unit doesn't slip out of your hands. Also, find out if binoculars are waterproof - if yes, you will be able to use a unit during the rain or when fording a river. A shift in the temperatures leads to the appearance of fog on the lenses and that mustn't happen to binoculars, so we recommend you to get the one with a fog proof chassis. And no need to mention, binoculars should be quite lightweight in order not to be a burden for you. How to make it fog proof? It's easy - such binoculars are filled with some gas (usually, nitrogen), which is invisible to a human eye but prevents fogging. Also, don't forget to check some other convenience features: for example, twist-up eyecups allow you to use binoculars even wearing glasses. And if you have different eyesight on your eyes, pick binoculars with a diopter adjustment (an appropriate ring is usually on the right eyecup). Finally, the more you zoom up, the 'shakier' the view will be and you might need a tripod. However, most binoculars are tripod adaptable.
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