Binoculars and Activities

Activities

 

Recommended Binoculars

 

Birding
birding


8x40, 8x42, 10x42, 10x50

 It is recommended to get a waterproof, rugged, high quality pair of binoculars that you can use in any environment. 

 


Hunting
hunting


10x42,7x50, 8x40,10x50, 12x50

For greater distance hunting: 10x42, 8x40,10x50, 12x50 would have a nice balance of magnification and exit pupil. For low light hunting: 7x50, 8x42. 

 


Travel, Backpacking, Hiking
travel


10x25, 8x21


10x25, 8x21 come in a compact size and lightweight.

 


Spectator Sports
sports  
8x25, 10x30 

 Moderate power and wider angle of view is what you need (8x-10x compacts). Compacts are also very popular for spectator sports.

 


Theatre / Opera
theatre
3x25, 5x17

 

Compact binoculars with 3x-5x magnification power are great for theatre use. 

 


Astronomical
astronomical
7x50, 8x56, 9x63, 20x80

 

For handheld use, 7x50, 8x56, and 9x63 would be sufficient. For a stable and long usage, a 20x80 on a tripod is ideal. 

 


Surveillance
surveilance


7x50, 8x42

A exit pupil is desirable for night surveillance. 7x50 is the standard for most navvies around the world and 8x42 is a popular configuration with other law enforcement agencies.