Binoculars

Binoculars advice

High-end binoculars - for the front row seat

The quality of a pair of binoculars is primarily measured by the implementation of light transmission and the resulting image quality. In addition, optimal transmission of light, glass technology, lens grinding and other equipment details such as retractable eyecups or the feel of the body play a major role and ensure overall that the user enjoys observation comfort.

Fields of application & different binocular lines

All common areas of use, whether animal and nature observation, hunting and safari, seafaring, sailing, sports or anything that requires observation with binoculars into the night, are covered by the product range that meets the highest demands. Leica binoculars offer high-performance optics at an unparalleled level of quality and come up trumps with features such as laser rangefinders or the patented Perger-Porro prism system (Geovid), new lens coating processes (Ultravid), a possible close-up range of 3.8 meters and extremely high light intensity (Televid), the lightning-fast metamorphosis from binocular to telescope when required (Duovid) and outstanding imaging performance (Noctovid). Minox, Nikon, Canon, Pentax and Steiner also compete in the upper league of binoculars. Steiner's ruggedness (Commander, Nighthunter, Wildlife), large field of view, and "Sports-Auto-Focus" that eliminates the need for refocusing, have users excited. Minox scores with an eyepiece specifically designed to meet the needs of hunters and nature observers.

Good quality binoculars from various brands

But even those who want to spend less money will find a wide range of outstanding binoculars, night vision devices and spotting scopes from D?rr, Braun, Bresser, Vanguard or Olympus for all other outdoor activities, but also compact and lighter binoculars for concerts, opera and theater. They are equipped with image stabilizers and sometimes enormous magnification factors (7x up to 1000x magnification), mostly pressurized waterproof or waterproof and fog-free.

Heavy spotting scopes or binoculars should be used with a tripod, both classic tripods and monopods are available. Thanks to a tripod, the observation can be facilitated, but even if you use the binoculars / spotting scope only in between, you have easy-access.

What to look for when buying binoculars?

Included accessories

• Carrying strap
• Bag
• Covers / protective covers

User friendly design

• Weight
• Diopter compensation

Technical specifications

• Maximum magnification
• Near point
• Focusing technology / Focusing system
• Lens diameter
• Tripod thread

Which additional functions are needed?

• GPS modules
• Rangefinder
• integrated compass
• Balistic calculation
• Autofocus
• Residual light amplifier
• Waterproof