10x42 Binoculars for Bird Watching?

Whilst 7x and 8x are probably the most commonly used and recommended magnifications for birdwatching binoculars with the 8x42 configuration being the most popular combination (especially for general, all-round birding). It does not mean that options should be dismissed completely as in some situations a more powerful instrument can make a better option: Whilst working […]


8x42 vs 10x42 Binoculars

BBR Video Version of this Article on 8x42 vs 10x42 Binoculars Image quality, detail, brightness, low light performance, field of view and price. In this article I go over the main differences that you can expect between typical 8x42 vs 10x42 binoculars of similar quality and thus no matter if your interest is general use, […]


10x42 vs 10x50 Binoculars

BBR Video Version of this Article on 10x42 vs 10x50 Binoculars Having recently completed testing and reviewing the excellent Kite Lynx HD+ 10x50 binoculars, it reminded me how for some uses, this configuration makes the ideal solution and how for some users it can certainly make a better choice than the more commonly selected 10x42 […]


Best 42mm Binoculars for Safaris under $450 (£)

The question this week come from a very experienced safari guide who is looking for the best mid level binoculars to use on his walking and open vehicle safaris. Question: I have been guiding in the Kruger NP. for 20 years or so and am on the hunt for the very best (8x42) or (10X42) […]


New: Nikon LaserForce 10x42 Rangefinder Binoculars

First Look: Nikon LaserForce Hunting Binoculars Earlier on in the year, Nikon Sport Optics quietly introduced a new hunting binocular into it’s lineup and this is the first opportunity that I have had to take a closer look at the impressive list of features and specifications on offer: Rangefinding Binoculars Equipped with a laser rangefinder, […]


New Leica Trinovid HD Binoculars

Leica has updated it’s much loved Trinovid binoculars. Available in 8x42 and 10x42 configurations, these premium "entry level" binoculars (costing under $1000 / £1000) in their line up now include a number of improvements on what has to be said were already excellent bins: According to Terry Moore, Leica Sport Optics head of sales & […]


Low Cost 10x42 Binoculars for Birding & Safaris

The question today is from a reader looking for low cost 10x42 binoculars for safaris and birding: Question: I was about to buy Barr and Stroud Sahara 10x42 binoculars when I saw your website and started to have some doubts. My boyfriend and I, we use binoculars for bid watching and Safaris. We love animals […]


Best Binoculars under $350 (£250) for Birding at a Lake

The question this week comes from someone looking for some advice on the best birding binoculars for use at a lake: Question: I spend a lot of time at a local lake, where I pursue my real passion for fishing. However there are many times when I would like to also take a better look […]


Longer Distance Birding & Seal Watching Binoculars

Question: I live by the ocean and I like to view birds and seals out on rocks, a little distance from shore. I was looking at pelicans the other day and I was wondering what type of binoculars you would recommend? Should I use a zoom lens? Answer So basically you are looking for a […]


Award Winning Meopta MeoStar 10x42 HD Binoculars

In it’s short life, Meopta’s newest binocular, their flagship MeoStar 10x42 HD has already managed to pick up two prestigious awards, Outdoor Life’s Editors Choice Award and Field & Stream’s Best of the Best Award. So in preparation and whilst I wait for their arrival for a review I am going to be writing on […]