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Binoculars advice

Binoculars are compact and extremely versatile. With our binoculars advice you will find the perfect device for observing stars and nature!

Observing nature live and with your own eyes is one of the most amazing experiences. Whether it’s deer in a forest clearing, an spectacular mountain range, or a sparkling star cluster in the night sky: binoculars can reveal all these and much more besides. However, the choice is huge and there are definitely differences between the various models. Here our binoculars advice will be helpful. You haven’t found what you are looking for? Our consultants are passionate nature watchers and are happy to help you! Click here for the contact form.

Binoculars finder

Our buying guide: individual pairs of binoculars and complete packages, in different price ranges and for different applications.

Which binoculars for which purpose?

You can find binoculars for a large range of applications. From the opera to the night sky, these sub-headings will help you choose the right ones for you.

Binoculars

Astronomy, bird watching, nature studies, hunting and sailing: binoculars are used almost everywhere. Here we answer the most important questions you may have.

A quick quality check for binoculars

With these 7 simple steps you will find good binoculars with a sharp image, even if you aren't an optical genius.

Roof or Porro prism?

This has nothing to do with architecture: the unbeatable advantages of the classic Porro and the more modern roof prism construction types.

Magnification x aperture

How do I identify the aperture and magnification of a pair of binoculars? And what are these numbers actually telling me?

Binoculars tests

Your binoculars must be right for you. What distinguishes individual models? Detailed tests to read and download.

Field of view

The difference between a large and small field of view, and how you can quite easily calculate it.

Resolving power

Comparing binoculars’ resolution: this formula makes it really easy.

Exit pupil

Light from the eyepieces enters our eyes. Learn what effect the exit pupil has on your observation.

What is the best way to clean binoculars?

If dust accumulates and the lenses become dirty, they’ll need to be cleaned. But it’s not always a good idea.

Binoculars alignment

It's really this simple: how to easily align binoculars in just 6 steps so you can enjoy the view again.