Posts Tagged ‘Aperture’

Optics Advice on This Birding Life Podcast

Ben Lizdas, our illustrious sales manager here at Eagle Optics, could talk all day about optics. And he does–has for 12 years. What’s even better, he has the ability to explain things in a way that makes you want to listen. If you need to know anything about binoculars and spotting scopes, Ben [...]

Eagle Optics’ YouTube Channel

Why does Eagle Optics have so many helpful and informative videos on our website? Well, we realize buying optics by phone can be a daunting experience. I mean, spending all that money without holding the product and without seeing more than a one-dimensional image of it: yikes! That makes some people nervous. [...]

Binoculars for Beginning Birders

Just because you’re a beginning birder doesn’t mean you don’t deserve a good quality binocular. In fact, when you think about it, beginning birders benefit more from good quality glass. Why? Because better glass means better resolution: clearer, brighter, and sharper images than in less expensive models. While more experienced birders are familiar [...]

Binocular Anatomy 101

Today’s binoculars are pleasingly streamlined, user-friendly, and with their often rubber-armored bodies, are more durable than ever. With waterproofing being standard on most models, it’s easy to take them along without a second thought, no matter what the weather. Yet if you’re confused as to which is the eyepiece which is the eyecup, here’s [...]

Hey! We’ve got our own channel!

Did you know Eagle Optics has its own YouTube Channel? Well, we do! It’s fine to hear or read something explained, but for many, it’s even better to see it in a video. We invite you to check out our ever-expanding selection of videos made right here at our headquarters in southern [...]

Welcome to Binoculars 101

We invite you to visit Binoculars 101 with all your optics questions!  The website has been completely revamped, and touches on every aspect of optics:  from optics definitions, choosing a binocular,  informative videos, and much more!  Sharpen your optics knowledge by letting Binoculars 101 be your personal optics resource.  But, don’t keep it all [...]

What do the numbers in a binocular name mean?

The numbers on a binocular describe its configuration. Let’s take 8×42 binoculars as an example. The first number (8) refers to the magnification, or, how many times closer an object will appear when looking through the binocular compared to looking at the same object with the naked eye. The second number (42) indicates the diameter [...]

Kids + Binoculars x Possibilities= A Lifetime of Unlimited FUN!

When I see a kid looking through binoculars for the first time, I see a whole new world opening up to that child. Combine a child’s natural curiosity with the breadth and depth of what Mother Nature has to offer, and the possibilities are nearly endless! Who wouldn’t want to help facilitate such [...]

How much magnification do I need?

First, it’s good to think about the ways in which you’ll be using your binoculars. Do you need more detail at theater and sporting events, birdwatching, wildlife viewing, or hunting? Will you use your binoculars to view things close up or far away? Will you be able to prop your arms on [...]

How do I upgrade my binocular?

We often hear from customers who are interested in upgrading to a better binocular than what they currently have. Fair enough. Once we deepen our interest in using binoculars, it is natural to be curious about something with a tad more optical quality. However, many will say, for example: “I have an [...]