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Close Focus Range of Compact Binoculars

We usually rely on binoculars for viewing distant objects, so it seems a little contradictory to be concerned about the close focus of binoculars. Close focus is simply how close you can get to the object you’re viewing before it … Continue reading

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Compact binoculars come in two basic shapes

Compact binoculars come in two general shapes. The different shapes are due to the type of optics that are inside the binoculars. The first shape is rather tubular, where the eyepieces sit practically in line with the objective lenses. The … Continue reading

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What features are important in compact binoculars?

Compact binoculars come in handy for many uses, like birdwatching, hiking, hunting, and watching sports. Even gardeners enjoy using binoculars to view butterflies and other insects up close. So, what features are important in compact binoculars? Obviously, size is important. … Continue reading

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