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The traditional binocular for bird watching has been the 8x40 (or 42) or a 10x50 (or 42). These offer the advantages of brightness, a wide angle (especially in the 8x) and a binocular that can held steady.

In recent years compact binoculars have become more popular and while they do not offer the performance in poor light that say an 8x42 will give, they are significantly lighter and smaller. If weight is a factor and they are to be used in good light then an 8x25 or a 10x25 are a great option.

  • HD 8x42

    £229.99
    In Stock

    These excellent binoculars are fully waterproof and nitrogen filled to prevent fogging of the internal lens elements in cold, damp conditions. Phase coated optics give truly fantastic performance. They would be a great choice for bird watching and nature viewing.

    Download a full review of these binoculars from Bird Watching magazine.

    Magnification Objective
    Size
    Eye
    Relief
    Waterproof Field of
    View
    Weight
     8x  42mm  19mm Yes  7.4°  630g

    All Magnaloux binoculars come with our 10 year guarantee.

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    Testimonials For Magnaloux

    I bought a pair of GL3 8x40 binoculars which are brilliant (I use them for wildlife observations mainly). Customer service was top notch and the binoculars arrived promptly so well done. Magnaloux appear to me to be the best product around for its clarity of view & cost – again well done.
    Terry (Surrey)

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