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When you buy through links on our articles, Future and its syndication partners may earn a commission. Credit: Jase Parnell-Brookes The best compact binoculars provide excellent optics while still ...

There’s no shortage of good compact binoculars on the market, but the tradeoff is this: to make binoculars compact, manufacturers have to reduce the size of the objective lens, which is the piece of ...

Some of the most frequently asked questions about birding surround optics, or more specifically, what type of binoculars to use for birding. The truth of the matter is there are dozens upon dozens of ...

For peering into a condor's nest at Pinnacles National Monument, tracking a fiery space shuttle ascent or inspecting erotic temple carvings in Kathmandu, a good set of compact binoculars is a must.

With their pocket-sized portability, 8x magnification and sharpness across a large field of view, the Nikon Trailblazer 8x25 ATB waterproof binoculars are perfect for hiking, backpacking and travel.

When you’re packing your rucksack for a long walk in the countryside it’s important to keep the essentials to a bare minimum. That means keeping the weight down, so a compact pair of binoculars can be ...

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