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The best equipment for bird watching: guides and reviews

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, including binoculars, spotting scopes, monoculars, field guides, tripods and much more. Our buying guides will help you to pinpoint exactly which models are best for your birding requirements.

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Do 7×50 binoculars work for bird watching?

Are 7x50s a good size for those people who want to combine their binoculars for marine use as well as bird watching?

August 22, 2022

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Astigmatism, near or far sight – using binoculars with eye conditions

In need of details on using binoculars with an eye condition? Here are guidelines on astigmatism, farsightedness and nearsightedness >>>

August 22, 2022

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The top 12×50 long-distance birding binoculars

Decided to go for 12×50 binoculars for their long distance and light gathering abilities? We narrow it down to the best for all budgets >>>

July 31, 2022

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Are 12x binoculars good for bird watching?

12x binoculars – too big for bird watching? We discuss a few different perspectives on this size of binoculars. Take a look here >>>

July 31, 2022

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Eight of the best 10×50 birding binoculars

10×50 binoculars excel in low light while still being portable. With some great models in this size, how do their features compare?

July 31, 2022

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Maintenance and cleaning: how to care for binoculars

How can you maintain your binoculars and ensure they are always at their best? This is a complete guide on how to care for your binoculars.

July 31, 2022

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Can I carry binoculars on a plane?

Flying to a new destination for birding is fun. But how should binoculars travel to ensure they arrive safely? Your best strategy here >>>

July 31, 2022

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Porro prism vs roof prism binoculars: which is better for birding?

We look at the two main classes of binoculars to weigh up their advantages and disadvantages when used for bird watching.

July 31, 2022

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How to attach binoculars to a tripod – solved!

Got the binoculars, got the tripod – not sure how to put the two together? Check this info to make sure you buy the right binocular adapter >

July 30, 2022

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How to clean a tripod (flip or twist lock legs)

All you need to know about cleaning tripods – how to do it, how often, what equipment you need.. Just follow our step-by-step instructions >

July 30, 2022

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The best tripod heads for birding spotting scopes

Searching for a new tripod head for birding? We outline a few options with a variety of features. Which suits you best? Find out here >>>

July 30, 2022

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Which are the best tripods for birding binoculars?

Here is all you need to know about choosing the right tripod for binoculars. Once you know the key features, take a look at our top choices >

July 30, 2022

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