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Welcome to the BBR Hunting Binoculars Guides main hub page where you will find all the links articles, features, tips advice recommendations in these great outdoor binoculars:
If you are looking to get yourself a good pair of hunting binoculars then this it THE place to start.
In this complete guide, I go through:
Main features & Specifications you need to look for
Pro Tips and Advice
Budget Considerations
Recommendations
In-depth Hands On Reviews
Guide to binos for hunting with magnifications of 12x or more
Question Answered: Short list of high end binoculars for hunting under $600
In this guide to ranging binoculars, I first take a look at the different options available and how choosing the right one will largely depend on the type of hunting you do and your available budget.
Main Sections:
Options Available
Reticle Ranging Binoculars
Laser Rangefinder Binoculars
Reviews & Recommendations
The TN Series of thermal binoculars from Guide Sensmart includes four models, of which the TN650 LRF is the flagship model that is designed to excel at long ranges, but which I also found to work extremely well at close distances as well.
High-end features include a VOx un-cooled infrared detector that I found to be very sensitive and offer extremely long distance detection ranges, and excellent 0.39'' 1024 x 768 AMOLED display, a zoom range of between 2.8x and 22.4x, Multiple color modes (Black Hot, White Hot, Adjustable Red Hot, Iron Red, Blue Hot, Green Hot), built-in Laser Rangefinder with a max range of around 1500m/1630yd.
The Guide TN650 has 0.39 inch AMOLED display with a resolution of 1024x768 pixels.
On the whole I found the view to be bright, very responsive (no lag) and once you are dialed in in terms of the focus, it is as sharp as you will ever hope to find with thermal imaging. The quality of the image is on a par with what is recorded and thus instead of trying to describe it, just take a look at the example footage video below:
For details and my findings, read my full, hands-on Guide Sensmart TN650 LRF Thermal Binoculars Review
Price:
Depending on where you buy them, they will set you back around $4400 / £3500 / €3000, which is not cheap, but these thermal binoculars do cost less than most others at this quality level:
Whilst still not cheap, the price of thermal imaging devices has finally come down and brought them into reach of the the serious hunter. In this article, I take look at the best low cost thermal monocular currently on the market:
For a fully immersive and better quality view it is hard to beat a good pair of thermal binoculars.
Whilst they are a more expensive option than a thermal monocular, if you can afford it they make the best hand held option to find & track game in complete darkness.
Thermal Vision on your SmartphoneCurrently there is a number of options when it comes to thermal imaging and your smartphone:
The least expensive option is by using something like the InfiRay Xinfrared T2 Pro Thermal Eye which consists of a separate thermal camera, an adapter and the necessary cable to connect it with your phone. You then use their App on your phone to display and record the thermal images it collects.
Another option is to get a dedicated smartphone that has an integrated thermal camera. The AGM G2 Guardian (pictured right) or the Cat S60 are good examples.
A dedicated smartphone integrated with thermal imaging capabilities offers several advantages over a thermal camera attachment for your phone:
Convenience: A dedicated smartphone with integrated thermal imaging is certainly more convenient to use as it eliminates the need for a separate thermal camera attachment that you need to carry with you all the time.
Always with you. You don't need to remember to bring the adapter and separate camera along with you and as most people will usually carry their phone wherever they go, an integrated option is always there ready to use and record
A More Seamless Integration: An integrated thermal camera is designed to work with the smartphone's hardware and software, which often results in a better overall user experience.
More Details: Full Review of the AGM G2 Guardian Smartphone
In these complete buyers guides, I firstly go through the main features, aspects and what to look out for in an ideal Bino Harness for Hunting including ones with rangefinder storage options.
Then I provide a wide selection of the very Best Binocular Harnesses for hunting currently on the market in a design and price range to suit most users needs. So no matter if you are a bow hunter operating in thick forest or a rifle hunter on the heat and wide open plains of Africa, there is the perfect carrying solution for you.
Main Sections:
Important Features
Why & if every hunter needs a Bino Harness
Types of Bino Harness
BBR Recommendations
Binoculars for Hunting & Target Shooting in Low Light - Here I answer a question from a long-time BBR Patreon supporter looking for an improved performance at dusk from their current Vortex Diamondback 10x42 binoculars that they most use for long-distance shooting, with a combination of hunting and target.
Whist this article focuses on someone who is going on a walking safari, the advice I give would also be of benefit to those looking for a compact, lightweight binocular for hunting on foot.
Steiner Predator Binoculars Below are links to the full, in-depth & hands-on reviews to binoculars good for hunting:
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High quality glass and coatings combined with the large 56mm objectives and a moderate 8x magnification results in a binocular that not only delivers a bright, high quality view, but one that also really delivers in low light situations The design of the body, the materials and the use of roof prisms also means that despite the large lenses, these really are not that much more inconvenient to carry about than your typical 8x42 binoculars. Price: (4/6) Mid-High Value Binoculars | |||||||||||||||
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Easy to use, high-end, long range and very sensitive thermal imaging binocular that impresses at every turn: That is how I would describe the Guide TN650 Thermal Imaging Binoculars in a nutshell, but in reality, this awsome thermal imaging binocular is more than that, indeed for me personally, I would describe it as a true game-changer and has now been added to my must-have pieces of gear to take with me on my next wildlife / safari type of adventure. Price: (5/6) High Value Thermal Imaging Binoculars |
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Improved Image-stabilisation, higher quality optics and several other unique features have in my opinion eliminated most of the downsides of using an Image-stabilized binocular and thus make these Kite APC binoculars a truly viable option as an everyday, general-use binocular.
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The Alpen Teton binocular incorporates many metal components and magnesium chassis that protect very high-end optics at a price well below what you would usually expect to pay for an Abbe-Koenig bino. The result is a tough, versatile instrument that delivers a high-quality image and what I consider an excellent low-light capability for a 10x42 binocular. Price: (5/6) High Value Binoculars | |||||||||||||||
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Assembled in the US using Japanese-made components, these Maven B Series binoculars form part of Maven Optic's elite line of optics that have evolved from their award-winning B.1 Binoculars. Combining a magnesium chassis with metal components, a fully multi-coated optical system that includes ED glass lenses and Dielectric components, this 50mm model is both strong & lightweight and delivers an extremely bright high-quality view for a 12x50 binocular. Price: (5/6) High Value Binoculars | |||||||||||||||
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