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The Binocular Advisor

 

Binocular Picks
for Every Price Range

Generally, the better the binocular, the more it costs. But there are good values in every price range. Here are Michael and Diane Porter's picks for the best binoculars at various prices.

Michael and DianeWe have tried and tested these binoculars and are happy to answer your questions.

Just give us a call at 800-779-7256. You can also order online using our secure server at the Birdwatching Dot Com Store.

UNDER $150

$49.95

Eagle Optics Energy

Eagle Optics Energy

Tiny and light. In choice of colors. A great starter binocular for kids, groups and schools. Nice for theater and sports events.

Just $99.99

Vortex Shrike

Vortex Shrike 8x42

The least expensive waterproof, good-quality binocular you can get. Free US shipping.

$129 - $149

Papilio Binocular

Pentax Papilio

Focuses down to 18 inches! Great for butterflies, as well as birds. Free US shipping.

Read our review!

 
UNDER $300

$219.00

Diamondback

Vortex Diamondback 8x42

Outstanding value. Wide field of view. Unconditional warranty. Free US shipping.

See our review.

$229.95 - $249.95

Monarch 3

Nikon Monarch 3

Economical versionof a time-tested, good-quality, beloved binocular from Nikon. Free US shipping.

 

$299.99

Eagle Optics Ranger

Eagle Optics Ranger

Full size 8x42, but light weight. Nice and sharp. Unconditional warranty from the manufacturer. Free US shipping.

 
UNDER $900

$350 - $400

Vanguard Endeavor ED

Vanguard Endeavor ED

We are amazed that this outstanding binocular costs so little. Note the comfortable open bridge design. Free US shipping.

Read our review.

$589

Vortex Viper

Vortex Viper HD 8x42

We love this binocular! Excellent optical quality. moderate price. Free US shipping.

Read our review.

$699 - $849

Leica Compact Ultravid

Leica Ultravid Compact

Leica's optically superb tiny compact works with glasses. Best of the best compact binoculars. Our favorites mini binocular. Free US shipping.

Read our review.

 
HIGH-END ECONOMICALS - ALL NEW!

New!
Swaro Companion
$929 - $999

Swarovski CL Companion

Swarovski CL Companion

Swarovski's new, lower priced binocular. Extremely compact, it's great for travel. Free US shipping.

Available in 8x30 and 10x30.

New!
Leica Trinovid 42mm
$1449 - 1499

Leica Trinovid

Leica Trinovid 42

Virtually the same optical quality as the Leica Ultravid. Free US shipping.

Comes in 8x42 and 10x42.
Read our review.


New!
Zeiss Conquest HD
$950 - $1000

Zeiss Conquest HD

Zeiss Conquest HD

Full-sized, German-made Zeiss binocular for under $1000. A best buy. Free US shipping.

Comes in 8x42 and 10x42. Read our review.


 
BEST OF THE BEST

$2099 - $2699

Swarovision

Swarovision EL

See the impossible made possible. Unsurpassed optical quality. Open-bridge design is gracious in the hand.
Free US shipping.

Read our review!

$2200 - 2250

Zeiss Victory HT

Zeiss Victory HT

Zeiss's best. Works with glasses even though it's 10 power. Sublime optics. Supplies limited.
Free US shipping.

 

$1899 - 2249

Leica Ultravid

Leica Ultravid

Nothing beats Leica Ultravid HD for brightness and resolution. We especially like the 8x42 model.
Free US shipping.

Read our review!

 

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