Everything you need to know about binoculars

Answering some of the most common binocular questions

Cody Nelson
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In the above video, I dive into the ins and outs on everything you need to know about binoculars. Knowing this information will help you out on your next binocular purchase.

Topics Discussed:

  • Power vs. objective

    • For example: what does 8x42, 8x56, 10x42, 10x56, 10x50 actually mean?

  • What does power do for your field of view?

  • What does the ocular lens and objective diameter do for you?

  • What does exit pupil mean?

  • Center focus wheel and diopter settings

  • Should you use the eyecups up or down?

If you have any questions, feel free to drop them in the comments below, or send me an email at optics@GOHUNT.com, or give us a call at (702) 847-8747 | Ext. 2 and I'd be happy to help.

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