Which ED Glass Binoculars?

I recently received the following question from a reader looking to choose between two reasonably priced ED glass binoculars: Question I want to buy a pair of full size binoculars for every day use. I want a pair with ED glass, at what I consider a reasonable price. I came down with these two: Vanguard [...]

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Vortex Viper HD vs Vanguard Spirit ED 10X42

This question comes from a person wanting to choose between two very good binoculars, both similar in most aspects, apart from the price: Question Based on your reviews, I am considering either the Vortex Viper HD 10×42 or the Vanguard Spirit ED 10×42. Both seem to have very similar specs and ratings (85% and 87%), [...]

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Safari and Aircraft Binoculars

Today’s question comes from someone looking for Mid Priced Binoculars ($130 – $300 / £130 – £300) that are ideal for plane spotting near the runway as well as for taking on safari: Question I am looking for binocular for near runway (~600-800m) aircraft viewing as well as wildlife safari, with good low light performance. [...]

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Vanguard 8×42 Spirit ED Binoculars on Safari

I recently wrote about me taking a pair of Luna Optics Night vision binoculars with me on safari that worked incredibly well. But as well as these, I also obviously took a pair of “standard day-time” binoculars with on that trip as well. My usual choice and my general advice for a good pair of [...]

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Bird Photo Contest: Win Vanguard Endeavor ED’s

If like me, you enjoy taking photos of birds as well as looking at them through your binoculars, then here is your chance to get a little recognition for all your “hard” work, as well as getting the chance win a pair of top of the range Vanguard Binoculars. The Bird Photo Competition WeLoveBirds.org is [...]

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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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