Uses and optics
Finding the right binoculars
To find the best binoculars for your needs, the key question is: what will you be using them for? For example, hunting binoculars must meet different criteria to opera glasses. Binoculars for trekking have a different specification to those used for sport or sailing. Wildlife observation or birdwatching require a different spotting scope to the one you would take on your next holiday.
Magnification is also an important factor when choosing the right binoculars: in the case of most binoculars, the magnification and objective lens diameter are stated in combination, e.g. 8 x 42. This means that these binoculars make objects appear eight times closer than they would when viewed by the naked eye, and the objective lenses have a diameter of 42 mm. The greater this value, the more light can be admitted and the brighter the image. However, the larger and heavier the binoculars become can be a decisive factor, depending on how you intend to use them.
What sort of usage are you interested in?
Hunting and safari
Huting and safari fans place very special demands on their binoculars: they need binoculars with high quality optics and a robust design which is built to withstand all kinds of weather.
Bird watching and wildlife observation
Binoculars and spotting scopes for those who enjoy observing nature and wildlife or bird watching must meet the highest standards when it comes to colour fidelity and detail resolution.
Hiking and trekking
When you’re out hiking and trekking, the weight and size of your binoculars are of paramount importance. An ideal solution here, for instance, would be a monocular.
Holidays and the outdoors
Leisure binoculars for holidays and outdoor adventures are true all-rounders. When you’re travelling with a rucksack or taking a flight, weight and size are very important. Even out on the water, the right binoculars stand out for their functionality and quality.
Sporting events
To make sure you don’t miss a single crucial moment of the game, what you really need at a stadium are binoculars that are both compact and high-performance. But monoculars can also be a great choice here.
Theatre and concerts
The ideal binoculars for theatre or concert events must have a handy design, an elegant appearance and high quality lenses.