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I became interested in binoculars and optics in general whilst working as a safari guide (field guide) in South Africa. As part of my job, I would use binoculars every single day. The idea for The Best Binocular Reviews website came when I was looking for a new pair of binoculars for myself and I became frustrated at not only the lack of information on binoculars on the web, but also the lack of unbiased reviews.

The aim is to help in some small way to by providing usefull information on binoculars as well as other forms of optics, unbiased reviews on selected binoculars and brands as well as guides to buying binoculars for different uses.

>Safari binoculars:

Designed for travel, wildlife viewing and to hold their own as bird watching binoculars. Below are two of the best binoculars for safaris >> View all Safari Binoculars.

Steiner 12x30 Wildlife Pro
Excellent 12x magnification, lightweight and tough: Wildlife Pro Binoculars, perfect Wildlife and Safari binoculars.

Bushnell 10x42 NatureView
Quality at a great price, these Bushnell NatureViews are excellent birdwatching and wildlife viewing binoculars.

>Birdwatching binoculars:

Whilst you can enjoy birds without them, binoculars along with your bird book are the most essential tools to any bird watcher. But which pair is right for you, I review some of the best, cheapest, lightest, smallest, strongest birding binoculars in the market and what features to look out for when choosing your next set >> Binoculars for Birding.

>Quality not quantity

Not only is it impossible for me to review every set of binoculars on the market, but I find that when I visit websites selling binoculars, I am usually baffled by the sheer amount of binoculars all being described as the greatest on earth, or I am disappointed by the quality of binoculars being described as the ultimate binocular. Best Binocular Reviews aims to provide you with the best reviews of the best binoculars not the most.

When choosing which binoculars to review I usually try and select a quality pair of optics (Best Binoculars), so most of the binoculars on this site are some of the best in their field. If I do review a binocular and I think it is rubbish, I will say so, or more likely if certain features fall short of the mark they will highlighted, hopefully helping you make an informed choice.

>Best Binoculars under $200 / £200:

Whilst I don't recomment that you get yourself the cheapest binoculars available (under $30) and I am not sure if you can say that at $200, they are cheap binoculars. But you can get some really great value for money optics at this price that are not only far superior to the almost un-usable really cheap binoculars, but compair surprisingly well to top of the range versions. >> Best Cheap Binoculars under $200 / £200

>Night Vision devices:

Open up a whole new world after dark. I take a look at the difference between night vision glasses and other night vision devices, including binoculars, monoculars and night vision scopes as well as discovering how they work and what features to look out for when deciding which one to buy >> Night Vision Glasses & Devices.

>Skymaster Celestron binoculars for astronomy:

Perfect as astronomical binoculars, the Celestron Skymaster Binoculars (Celestron 15x70) feature high quality BAK-4 prisms and a tripod adapter bringing you excellent performance at a great price. Recommended for newcomers as well as astronomy enthusiasts >> About Celestron Binoculars, Celestron SkyMaster Binoculars.

>Marine binoculars:

Binoculars that are specifically designed for a watery environment need to have special qualities, these include being tough and fully waterproof, some float and others come with a compass and are also rangefinder binoculars. Take a look at my guide to the >> Best Marine Binoculars.

>Bushnell Golf Range Finder:

Not only do Bushnell produce some of the best binoculars in the world, but the fact that they were pioneers in golf laser rangefinders as well as the GPS versions and all come with patented Bushnell Pinseeker technology mean are the most used brand by tour professionals. Take a look at my guide to >> Bushnell Golf Range Finders.

>Featured Binoculars February 2010

Swarovski 10x32 EL 32 Traveler Binoculars

With a beautiful fine aluminium and tan finish the EL 10x32 Traveler binoculars are compact and lightweight making them ideal for travelling with. This combined with Swarovski's unique wrap-around grip also makes them easier and more comfortable to carry in the field. If you then combine this with the quality that only comes with a Swarovski binocular, a tough magnesium housing, tested under extreme conditions in the desert, Arctic and rainforest they also make excellent wildlife observation and birdwatching binoculars and so are one of the best binoculars in the world to take on safari.

Discount Binoculars: The Swarovski EL 10x32 Traveler binoculars are available at a discount on Amazon.com, Binoculars.com and Eagle Optics in the USA
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Swift 8.5x44 Audubon Binoculars

Swift Sport Optics have added this roof prism version of their excellent Audubon binocular range. The have the same renowned 8.5x44 optical formula, BaK4 prisms, twist-up eyecups, and lightweight rubber armored body as the porro prism Audubons, but are smaller and lighter in this format. Fully multi-coated optics and BaK4 prisms for high resolution viewing, excellent 19mm eye relief and a left diopter adjustment operated from the center focus knob for a more convenient quick focus.

Steiner 10.5x28 Wildlife Pro Binoculars

At only 11 ounces the 10.5 x 28 Wildlife Pro compact is just one ounce more than the 8.5 x 26. When you need added power for long distance viewing but can't be weighed down, the 10.5 x 28 is an excellent choice. Fully multi-coated optics and phase corrected roof prisms provide excellent color reproduction with brilliant clarity. Fast and precise center focusing make adjusting quick and easy. The 10.5 x 28 are waterproof and shockproof

Discount Binoculars: These Steiner Wildlife Pro binoculars are discounted on Amazon.com, Binoculars.com and Eagle Optics in the USA as well as Amazon.co.uk in the UK.
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Swarovski 8.5x42 EL Binoculars

The Swarovski EL 8.5x42 binoculars are probably the most wanted binoculars for birding in the world and it is easy to see why. With an exit pupil of almost 5mm, bright optics, a very wide field of view and the quality that only comes with a Swarovski binocular, they are excellent for birdwatching as well as wildlife observation and many other uses.

Discount Binoculars: The Swarovski EL 8.5x42 binoculars are available at a discount on Amazon.com, Binoculars.com and Eagle Optics in the USA
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Nikon 8x42 Monarch ATB Binoculars

The Nikon Monarch ATB 8x42 binoculars combine a tough ultra-rugged lightweight body, with excellent high quality Nikon Optics to produce a binocular that is ideal for birding as well as other forms of nature and sports observation. O-ring seals and nitrogen gas keep out moisture and dust whilst multilayer-coated lenses of the highest quality for beautifully defined images.

Discount Binoculars: These Nikon Monarch binoculars are discounted on Amazon.com, Eagle Optics and Binoculars.com in the USA.
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Swarovski Binoculars Sale

Example: The Swarovski EL 10x42 Binoculars have suggested retail price of $2187.78, they are listed on Eagle Optics for $1749.00, saving you an impressive $438.78 (20%) >> More Details.