The Cornell Lab Review: Affordable Full-Size 8x42 Binoculars | All About Birds
We reviewed more than two dozen pairs of 8x42 binoculars—a popular, versatile choice for most kinds of birdwatching. Here's what we learned.| All About Birds
We reviewed more than two dozen pairs of 8x42 binoculars—a popular, versatile choice for most kinds of birdwatching. Here's what we learned.| All About Birds
The two most important specifications for binoculars are the magnification and objective lens size (that's the "8" and the "42" in "8x42," respectively). But it's also worth paying attention to Field of View. Whereas magnification and objective lens determine how big and bright your image will be, f| All About Birds
A great way to enjoy birdwatching is by going to festivals—they're organized to get you to well-known birding spots at the right time of year, and they're a perfect way to meet people. Experts and locals help you see more birds, and you'll meet other visitors who share your hobby. While you're there| All About Birds
Originally published October 2011; updated December 2022. It's one of the first eye-openers for people who are just starting to pick up birdwatching: the experience of hearing a birder call out names of birds in quick succession as a flock passes by, seemingly without looking. But like anything,| All About Birds
Comfort is a key part of your birdwatching happiness—so we compiled size and weight stats for more than 50 binoculars from recent reviews.| All About Birds
Binoculars are a long-term investment, so it makes sense to choose carefully. And with hundreds of models on the market, how do you choose the right pair? Before diving into a model-by-model comparison, start by deciding what general kind of binoculars you're looking for: Full-size, Compact, or| All About Birds
These binoculars are so small they're almost not there, and some models deliver serious optical quality| All About Birds
Thanks to ever-improving optics and a new crop of compact designs, it's now possible to find small, comfortable, bright binoculars for less than $500.| All About Birds
