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. (Updated June 24, 2008.)
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$49.95
Great starter binocular for a child. Tiny and light. Comes in yellow, red, blue, green, and metallic. Free shipping! |
We have tried and tested these binoculars and are happy to answer your questions. |
$79.95 - $89.95
One of our best-selling binoculars. Lightweight, compact, and very decent optics. Free shipping! |
$99.95 - $109.95
Similar to the Triumph, but waterproof and rubber coated. Lightweight. Rugged. Handy. Free shipping! |
$129 - $149
It focuses at a distance, or as close as 18 inches! A marvelous innovation. |
Just $275
Unusually good mid-sized binocular for a glasses wearer. |
$299.99 - $349.99
Very good optics, low cost. One of the best bargains. |
$499.99 - $519
We think this is the best binocular buy of all. High quality at moderate price. |
$679 - $699
Leica's optically superb compact works great with glasses. We love it! Comes in 8x and 10x. |
$749.99 - $769.99
Lapping at the heels of the best binoculars in the world, at half the price or less. |
$799 - $949
Breakthrough Rangefinding focus knob reads the distance. Superb optics. Free shipping! |
$1700 - $1900
Zeiss's top of the line. Gloriously bright. Sharp. Works with glasses. |
$1745 - $2095
Nothing beats Leica Ultravid for brightness and resolution. Period. "Old" Ultravids with Lifetime Passport Warranty and New Ultravid HD. |
We have tried and tested these binoculars and are happy to answer your questions. |
$1699 - $1969
Wonderful binoculars with hollow bridge for ease of holding. |
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