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The best gear and optical instruments will help you to enjoy bird watching at whatever level, whether it is amateur or professional. There is so much great birding equipment available.
If you need help to narrow down your choices you have come to the right place. We sum up the features to look for when shopping for bird-watching gear.
Our buying guides will help you to pinpoint exactly which models are best for your birding requirements and why.
A spotting scope is an invaluable tool for long-distance viewing. Most birders love the increased magnification for close-up images.
If you are considering the upgrade to a spotting scope, our clear and straightforward guides can help.
Find out what to consider when choosing a scope and how to pick the best one for you.
What’s the best clothing for successful, comfortable birdwatching adventures?
Find recommendations on the functional apparel and gear for any birding activity.
Compact binoculars save both space and weight in your pack. But do they still offer quality viewing, despite their smaller size?
Here we sum up of the pros and cons of BAK4 versus BK7 glass used in binoculars. Would you be able to tell the difference between them?
Extra low dispersion glass and high definition glass – do both features need to be on your wish list for binoculars for bird watching?
Effective light transmission through the body of your binoculars results in a brighter image. How do prism and lens coatings achieve this?
While zoom binoculars sound like a great idea for a close-up view, most bird watchers stick with fixed magnification binoculars. Why is that?
Many affordable binoculars include waterproofing and fogproofing. What are the best features which extend the life of your binoculars?
