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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.
Discover key factors to consider when choosing a best tripod head leveler. From load capacity to compatibility, learn how to find the perfect choice.
Birders are divided on whether to use a ball head in the field. We address this, and answer commonly asked questions about ball heads.
Learn how to properly care for and maintain your ball head tripod head with tips on cleaning, preservation, and using it in extreme weather conditions.
Learn the essential steps for repairing and fixing ball heads, including how to troubleshoot common issues like looseness and stuckness.
We compare key features plus pros and cons of ball heads and three-way heads to help you make an informed decision on which will suit you.
What makes one brand different from another? We cover all the key points to be aware of when selecting a brand for your birding tripod.
What kind of bird watching do you like to do? Our guide will help you work out if 8x or 10x is the best magnification for your binoculars.
12x binoculars – too big for bird watching? We discuss a few different perspectives on this size of binoculars. Take a look here >>>
Are 10×42 binoculars good for the kind of bird watching you enjoy? Here’s an in-depth look at situations when 10×42 is the best configuration
Confused about whether to buy 10×42 or 10×50 binoculars? You are in the right place to find out which suits the bird watching you prefer >>>
Are 7x50s a good size for those people who want to combine their binoculars for marine use as well as bird watching?
Maximize the potential of your spotting scope with the right choice of mount. We explain which is best for a birding tripod, a ball head or leveling base
