Monocular vs. Binoculars -Whats The Difference?

monocular vs. binoculars

Hiking, backpacking, canoeing or just taking your dog for a walk in the woods, when out in nature there may always be interesting stuff to observe.  A good pair of small binoculars or a monocular can always be useful to take a closer look at some birds or other wildlife or just to scout interesting … Read more

Preventing Lens Fungus and Mold in Binoculars and Telescopes

lens fungus in binoculars

Mold in binoculars and telescopes can do tremendous damage to the lenses or mirrors and will render them unusable sooner or later. Preventing the growth of lens fungus and mold on optical instruments is essential to the performance of the optics. Lens Fungus and Mold in binoculars and telescopes The mold that can appear on … Read more

Bushnell Powerview Compact Binoculars

best small binoculars

When hiking, hunting, or backpacking a good pair of compact binoculars can always be useful. The best small binoculars for outdoors should fit in any pack or pocket without adding much weight or bulk. There is already plenty of stuff to pack for your outdoor adventures, such as provisions, a sleeping bag, a tent, and … Read more

Glossary Binoculars Terminology

binoculars terms

Binoculars Glossary There are a lot of special terms and lingo when it comes to binoculars and telescopes. Understanding the technical terms helps to understand how binoculars work and to assess the quality of optical instruments. Common binoculars terminology Aberration These are errors that occur in optical systems due to the natural laws of how … Read more

Leica Noctivid Binoculars

owl birdwatching at dusk with leica binoculars

More than a century of experience in designing and building optical precision instruments has made  Leica one of the best binoculars manufacturers in the world. The German-made Leica binoculars come with a hefty price tag, but the quality has its price. And anyone who is familiar with binoculars and who looks through such binoculars will … Read more

Bushnell Falcon 7×35 Binoculars

chromatic aberration

Bushnell has over 50 years of experience in optical equipment and is one of the most recognized names in the world of binoculars. The range of sport optics from Bushnell is large and covers almost every area of use and every price range The Bushnell Falcon Binoculars line is one of the most affordable Porro prism … Read more

Celestron SkyMaster Giant 15×70 Binoculars

celestron sky master binoculars

The Celestron SkyMaster Series – these big binoculars for astronomical viewing, make stargazing in a clear night’s sky a real joy. Looking up at the stars wondering about the mysteries of space and the universe, the night sky has always fascinated mankind. If you want to observe stars, the Milky Way, and other celestial wonders … Read more