Posts belonging to Category 'Buyers Guides'

Surfing Binoculars

I recently had a question from someone who was looking for some binoculars to watch surfing with: Question I’m trying to choose binoculars to watch my son surf. I’m looking at the marine binoculars but not sure which ones to go with since he’s moving pretty fast. Haze and glare are both problems with the [...]

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Best Binoculars for Plane Spotting

This weeks question comes from someone who lives near a major airport and would like some binoculars to get a better view of the aircraft flying over them: Question: Could you tell me what is the best Binoculars for me to use for plane spotting. I live about 12 miles from Newcastle Airport and can [...]

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Best Digital Camera Binoculars

Today’s question comes from someone looking to buy THE BEST Digital Camera Binoculars: Question: I am looking for the best set of camera binoculars. I didn’t know they existed until I started researching binoculars for a birthday gift. My boyfriend is constantly lamenting not having binoculars to see the boats (and birds!) that pass our [...]

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Ruby Coated Binoculars

A common question I get asked is about binoculars with ruby coatings on the lenses and if they are a good or bad thing: The first thing to mention about “ruby” coatings on binoculars is that the coating has nothing to do with the mineral ruby. As far as I know, ruby coated lenses were [...]

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Tough, Inexpensive, Compact Binoculars for Travel

This weeks question come from someone looking for some tough, inexpensive binoculars with plenty of eye-relief that are ideal for travelling with: Question I would love some assistance in selecting a compact binocular. I’m going to be spending some time in the jungles of Central America. I also do a fair amount of hiking and [...]

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Nikon Action VII 10×40 Binoculars: Good Value?

This weeks question comes from someone that has a small budget looking for some advice on the Nikon Action VII 10×40 Binoculars and if they will work well for coastal views: Question I have recently relocated to a coastal resort where the scenery is constantly changing and we are lucky enough to have local marine [...]

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Astronomy Binocular Books Review

Book Review:Touring the Universe through Binoculars: A Complete Astronomer’s Guidebook Many people new to astronomy and indeed to the world of optics are surprised to know that you don’t have to use a telescope to view distant objects in the night sky and often a pair of binoculars are not only suitable, but in some [...]

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Best Compact Pocket Binoculars

When I am walking in the bush, I always like to have a pair of binoculars with me, but I also sometimes want to have my camera with me as well. Obviously on these walks a compact binocular makes sense, but there is more to it than just a small binocular as being able to [...]

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Binoculars for the Kruger National Park

This weeks question comes from a South African, who often visits game reserves in South Africa and in particular the Kruger National Park: Question I live in South Africa and regularly go to game reserves and, in particular, Kruger National Park. I am looking to buy a decent pair of binoculars in the next few [...]

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Florida Boat, Yacht & Ship Spotting Binoculars

Question Today’s question comes from someone looking to buy some binoculars for their husband’s birthday. They live on the beach in hot and humid east coast of Florida and he spends a lot of time on the balcony watching cruise ships, boats and yachts go by. They were looking for a lightweight pair, perhaps fog [...]

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