Wearing glasses isn’t a problem with these small binoculars either. The eye relief is 18 mm so there is plenty of room for those who use glasses to see the entire field of view.

When you want to see something up close, you can focus as close as 8.2 feet away. Many small binoculars will not be able to match that close focus. If you want to view butterflies, you can get within ten feet and be able to view them as if you’re holding them in your hand! On the opposite end of the spectrum the field of view at 1000 yards is 262 feet.

Although it’s not waterproof the Triumph Porro is a great little field binocular. The outer covering is a brushed metallic surface, so it’s not shiny or slippery.

So, how many features are there? Magnification, objective lens diameter, weight, eye relief, close focus, and field of view are important to compare when you’re looking at the specs of several binoculars. By looking at the numbers you’ll see that many of these parameters vary between brands and sizes of binoculars. That’s why it’s best to pick up a pair and look through them before you make your decision. Visit a camera shop or outdoors shop near you and ask to see the binoculars. Compare the feel and the view of several models to help you choose the best compact binoculars for you.

You can get water-resistant type wet, but don’t drop them overboard or otherwise submerge them. This includes having them drop out of your pocket into a pail of water while washing the car! Trust me, I know!

You may have to pay a little extra for waterproof binoculars, so you’ll have to weigh the pros and cons for your situation.

How likely are you to dunk your binocs? If you said ‘very likely’ (like me!) go ahead and spend a little bit more. After all, how often do you buy binoculars?

If you’re comparing a few different models, take into consideration that being waterproof is a plus, and maybe a deciding factor for you if you’re into boating or being around water.