How much magnification do I need?
A: That depends on how you plan to use your optics. Consider the demands of your hobby before you select a pair of binoculars. Ask yourself: How much detail do you need to see? Will you use your binoculars to view things close up or far away? Will you be able to prop your arms on something for support while using your binoculars? Do you want a small binocular that you can take anywhere?
The most popular binoculars are those with lower magnifications (as with 8x binoculars). These binoculars have wider fields of view and are easier to hold steady than the binoculars with higher magnifications. A wider field of view is important when trying to follow fast-moving action like game on the move, warblers on the wing, or athletes at a fast-pace sporting event. Higher magnifications (as with 10x binoculars) will give you more detail, but are more difficult to hold steady than binoculars with lower magnification. Binoculars with higher magnification also have narrower fields of view. Many people choose to use 10x binoculars - they are deciding that image size and detail are of greater importance to them than size.
Remember, the diameter of the objective lens is directly related to the size of the binocular -- the larger the objective lens, the larger (and relatively brighter) the binocular.

What size of binoculars do I need?
A: Binoculars can be classified as either full-size or compact binoculars. The size of the objective lens affect how large or small a binocular is.
Full-size binoculars (like an 8x42 binocular) offer the greatest light gathering ability and over-all optical performance.
Compact binoculars (like an 8x25 binocular) are more portable than full-size models and work well during daylight hours, but not during twilight or in deep shadows.

What is field of view?
A: As you look through your binoculars, the widest dimension you can see is known as the field of view. Some binoculars will feature unique lenses to provide a wider field than is normal. A wide-field binocular is desirable for observing at close quarters in deep woods or picking up anything that is moving quickly across your viewing area.
The field of view decreases as magnification increases, so select a binocular with lower magnification if a wide field of view is important to you (or select a binocular with a wide field feature).

What does eye relief mean?
A: Eye relief refers to the distance images are projected from the ocular lens to their focal point and can vary from 5mm to 23mm. If you want to use your binoculars with eyeglasses or sunglasses, look for binoculars that offer at least 15mm of eye relief. Many models of binoculars will allow you to view in comfort while wearing eyeglasses or sunglasses. These binoculars have been designed to provide you with longer eye relief. Without proper eye relief, the eyeglass wearer will not see the full field of view.
When using your binoculars, be sure you understand the correct use of the eyecups. All binoculars will allow you to adjust the eyecups. There may be a rubber eyecup that can be folded down or a newer type that either twists or slides up and down on the eyepiece of the binocular. If you are an eyeglass wearer using binoculars, you always want to be sure you have the binocular eyecup rolled back (placed in the down position) while using your binoculars. This will allow you to see the widest possible field of view through your binoculars. If you don't wear glasses, you'll enjoy your binoculars more if you leave these eyecups fully extended (placed in the up position). This will allow the binocular eyecups to just comfortably touch your face and help block out lateral light.

Should I get waterproof binoculars?
A: Binoculars are used outside in all kinds of weather. If you expect that you will be using your binoculars in rainy or wet weather, or if you use will them around water, consider a pair of waterproof binoculars. You'll pay a little bit more for this feature, but you'll also be able to use these binoculars without fear of repairing or replacing them just because they got wet. Waterproof binoculars are literally submersible and any water damage would be handled under the manufacturer's warranty for the binocular.

What is the best way to clean my optics?
A: Don’t use your shirt tail or pocket tissue to clean your binoculars. These fibers may contain material which will scratch the coatings on the binocular lenses. Keep binocular eyecups and focus mechanisms free of dirt and oil. An occasional wipe with a vinyl or rubber preservative like ArmorAll will extend the life of rubber eyecups on the binocular.
Otherwise, use common sense in the care and maintenance of your binoculars. Always attempt to blow off any visible dust or dirt from the binocular lenses before brushing or rubbing anything on the glass of your binocular. Next, use a lens cleaning tool like a Lens Pen or lens cleaning tissue to gently wipe off any remaining marks or spots from the lens of the binocular. Remove stubborn things like dried water spots from the lens of a binocular by lightly fogging the binocular lens with your breath. If your waterproof binoculars are badly soiled, you can even clean them by placing them under lightly running water to minimize any possible damage. Also, check your neckstrap and its attachments for wear or slippage, too. You don't want your bino to come flying off and hit the ground!

How much should I spend?
A: Buy the best quality binoculars you can afford. This will allow you to spend the greatest possible time with your binoculars pressed to your eyes. You won't see more detail unless your binocular is at your eyes.
Poor quality binoculars usually spend a lot of time just dangling from the neck. And poor quality binoculars also lead to e yestrain, headaches, and are not very fun to use for any length of time. In the long run, you'll probably save money if you initially buy better quality binoculars and avoid trading up later. In the meantime, you'll see so much more--so much better!

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