“Tag: Binos”

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The world is so full of binoculars these days the choices become bewildering, especially since most hunters can’t afford to spend more than $2,000 on a super-binocular. Luckily, the quality of moderately priced binoculars keeps improving, and a good example is the new, made-in-America Trijicon HD 8x42.

Swarovski Optik has announced the release of its improved EL binocular family, featuring SWAROVISION technology. The new models feature the inclusion of the company's FieldPro package and other features. They new binos are expected to be available on shelves in the U.S. and Canada by November 2015.

Bushnell has introduced two new night vision binoculars in the company's Equinox Z product line. The digital night vision bios are designed to offer top-of-the-line optical clarity, illumination and field of view. Both units will feature digital zoom, image capture and video recording abilities.

Binocular buyers are often puzzled about the relationship between price and quality. With various models retailing for anywhere from $80 to $3,000, it’s a broad sea to navigate. “Buy the best you can afford” is good advice but barely limits the selection. In each price range there seem to be dozens of models from many, many companies. Where do you begin?

Offering considerable value for the price, the Maven B.2 is an excellent binocular both mechanically and optically. The finish options provide far more allowance for individual tastes and needs than most binoculars, and Maven also offers lighter-weight B.1 and B.3 models with the same range of consumer choices.

Steiner has kicked off its SHOT Show 2016 announcements with the introduction of the new HX Series. Four variations will be available: 8x42, 10x42, 10x56 and 15x56.