Celestron Leica Vanguard Kowa Swarovski Opticron Binoculars
Michael and Diane Porter have been reviewing birding optics for national magazines for over 15 years. For some of their hands-on reviews of birding binoculars, see:
Best of the Best Binoculars
Mid-Priced Binoculars
Mid-sized Binoculars
Pocket Binoculars
And here is a chart showing Michael and Diane's favorites: Our Binocular Favorites
Best of the Best Binoculars
Mid-Priced Binoculars
Mid-sized Binoculars
Pocket Binoculars
And here is a chart showing Michael and Diane's favorites: Our Binocular Favorites
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$2,699.00SPECIAL ORDER. This item is special ordered, and we cannot guarantee immediate delivery. You may contact us by email or phone 800-779-7256 to get an estimate of delivery time. Sometimes it is very quick, and sometimes not so much. See our Review of the Clash of the Titans. The new Leica Ultravid HD Plus 42mm models are almost as compact as the 32 mm models, allowing comfortable and ergonomic handling and a steady grip. The 10x42 model offers high magnification (10 power) and good eye relief, so that everyone, including glasses wearers can see the full field of view. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. Email us, or call 800-779-7256. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except for shipping to Iowa! Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Leica dealer. Learn More -
$2,699.00SPECIAL ORDER. This item is special ordered, and we cannot guarantee immediate delivery. You may contact us by email or phone 800-779-7256 to get an estimate of delivery time. Sometimes it is very quick, and sometimes not so much. The Leica Ultravid 50 HD-Plus models provide excellent contrast and outstanding image brightness that other binoculars with larger front-lens diameters can hardly rival. They are particularly suitable for use in twilight and the early evening hours. The 8x50 model provides spectacular light-gathering ability. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. Email us, or call 800-779-7256. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except for shipping to Iowa! Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Leica dealer. Learn More -
$2,999.00SPECIAL ORDER. This item is special ordered, and we cannot guarantee immediate delivery. You may contact us by email or phone 800-779-7256 to get an estimate of delivery time. Sometimes it is very quick, and sometimes not so much. The Leica Ultravid HD-Plus models offer excellent image brightness, unique contrast and mechanical performance. They incorporate innovative coating processes, high-quality lenses and high-transmission glass (SCHOTT HT™- Glass) in the prisms. A sophisticated system of baffles keeps stray-light at a minimum. The 12x50 model provides spectacular light-gathering ability, combined with high, twelve-power magnification. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. Email us, or call 800-779-7256. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except for shipping to Iowa! Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Leica dealer. Learn More -
$2,699.00SPECIAL ORDER. This item is special ordered, and we cannot guarantee immediate delivery. You may contact us by email or phone 800-779-7256 to get an estimate of delivery time. Sometimes it is very quick, and sometimes not so much. The Leica Ultravid HD Plus 42mm models are almost as compact as the 32 mm models, allowing comfortable and ergonomic handling and a steady grip. The 8x42 model is the default choice for most birders, with a wide field of view and powerful magnification. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. Email us, or call 800-779-7256. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except for shipping to Iowa! Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Leica dealer. Learn More -
$2,199.00SPECIAL ORDER. This item is special ordered, and we cannot guarantee immediate delivery. You may contact us by email or phone 800-779-7256 to get an estimate of delivery time. Sometimes it is very quick, and sometimes not so much. For excellence in brightness and mechanical performance — the new Leica Ultravid HD Plus 32mm. The 32mm models offer a compact form, high optical performance, and easy focusing. The 8x32 HD-Plus model is the perfect companion for long hikes or nature observation in difficult terrain. On city tours, the large field of view provides you with the necessary overview when the distance to the observed object is short. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. Email us, or call 800-779-7256. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except for shipping to Iowa! Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Leica dealer. Learn More -
$2,999.00SPECIAL ORDER. This item is special ordered, and we cannot guarantee immediate delivery. You may contact us by email or phone 800-779-7256 to get an estimate of delivery time. Sometimes it is very quick, and sometimes not so much. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. Email us, or call 800-779-7256. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except for shipping to Iowa! Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Leica dealer. See our REVIEW of the very similar Leica 10x42 Noctivid. Learn More -
$2,999.00FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48 States. For expedited shipping, please contact us to make arrangements to pay shipping, which will be individually determined. Email us, or call 800-779-7256. SPECIAL ORDER. This item is special ordered, and we cannot guarantee immediate delivery. You may contact us by email or phone 800-779-7256 to get an estimate of delivery time. Sometimes it is very quick, and sometimes not so much. WE DO NOT CHARGE SALES TAX except for shipping to Iowa! Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Leica dealer. Learn More -
Regular Price: $439.00
Special Price $399.00
8x32mm BDII-XD Prominar Roof Prism Binocular SPECIAL ORDER. This is a special order item, and we cannot guarantee immediate delivery. Please contact us by email or phone 800-779-7256 to get an estimate of delivery time. Usually it is very quick. The BD II XD series uses Kowa's signature, XD lenses, containing fluorite glass, to deliver bright, sharp images without color blur. It has an ultra-wide field of view and close focus distance. Lightweight and compact. This has to be seen to be believed. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48. NO SALES TAX except for Iowa addresses. Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Kowa dealer. Learn More -
Regular Price: $439.00
Special Price $399.00
6.5x32mm BDII-XD Prominar Roof Prism Binocular SPECIAL ORDER. This is a special order item, and we cannot guarantee immediate delivery. Please contact us by email or phone 800-779-7256 to get an estimate of delivery time. Usually it is very quick. For a wider point of view, check out the new BDII-XD Kowa binocular. This 6.5x32 mm has an astonishing 525' field of view at 1000 yards, reason enough to love this binocular. The BD II XD series uses Kowa's signature, XD lenses, containing fluorite glass, to deliver bright, sharp images without color blur. It has an ultra-wide field of view and close focus distance. Lightweight and compact. This has to be seen to be believed. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48. NO SALES TAX except for Iowa addresses. Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Kowa dealer. Learn More -
Regular Price: $489.00
Special Price $449.00
10x42mm BDII-XD Prominar Roof Prism Binocular SPECIAL ORDER. This is a special order item, and we cannot guarantee immediate delivery. Please contact us by email or phone 800-779-7256 to get an estimate of delivery time. Usually it is very quick. DISCOUNT CODE For a $60 discount, add this binocular to cart. Type KBD10 in the DISCOUNT CODES field and hit APPLY. Your actual price will be calculated automatically. FREE SHIPPING to US Lower-48. NO SALES TAX except for Iowa addresses. Ground shipping only is available unless you contact us and arrange for faster shipping, which is calculated case by case. Birdwatching Dot Com is an authorized Kowa dealer. Learn More
