Marine Binoculars Let You 'Sea' Your Way

Marine Binoculars are generally identified by their waterproof properties, rubber armouring and their optical specification.

While being waterproof seems a basic requirement, it is never recommended to immerse any binoculars and being buoyant and corrosion-resistant are perhaps at least as essential qualities.

The right pair of marine binoculars can provide fantastic views of local coastlines, bird or aquatic life and other approaching shipping but also may offer vital advance information about potential hazards.

Optically, 7x magnification is widely seen as the most sensible as higher magnifications would be difficult for getting a steady view given the likely motion of the vessel on the water.

But an objective lens of 50 mm will allow the maximum light into the binoculars as you will want to cope with less than ideal light conditions.

When the weather is very clear, smaller objective lenses can work very well with the added advantages of being smaller and lighter.

Bushnell Marine series binoculars are buoyant, waterproof and corrosion-resistant with ultra-bright, crisp views granted by their multi-coated optics and premium BaK-4 prism glass. Rugged rubber armouring provides a sure grip, absorbs shock and keeps them from sliding in rough conditions and some come with an integral compass.

The Luger SG 7 x 50 Marine Binoculars are not only waterproof and have a compass but they also feature a range finder to identify the distance to another vessel, island or other hazard.