Binoculars & Monoculars
Binoculars and Monoculars
With so many binoculars to choose from, it can get overwhelming. At Sirius Optics, we are here to help you choose the right one for your needs. So how should you choose binoculars or monoculars? It really comes down to budget, personal preference, and your needs. We are here to help. Come visit our showroom, talk to our staff, and try out a few pairs, or just give us a call. We also have a 30-day return policy (for store credit) for binoculars if you find that the pair you’ve bought it doesn’t suit you.
The Basics
What do the numbers such as 8x42, 10x42, 10x50, 10-30x50 etc. on binoculars mean? The first number before “x” indicates magnification or range of magnification. The second number tells you the size of the objective lens in front in millimetres. 8x42 binos therefore has a magnification of 8 times, and an objective lens 42mm in diameter. Generally, the bigger the objective lens, the brighter the view will be, but the binos will also be bigger and heavier.
Other Features & What to Consider
As for other features, most binos today are waterproof and fog-proof, making it suitable for wet and humid conditions. The size and weight of the binoculars is also an important factor for many people. Those that are larger (50mm and above) often tend to get too heavy to comfortably hold for long periods of time. There are binoculars for specific purposes too. For example, some marine binoculars can float and have built-in compasses.
MonocularS
Some people call monoculars "mini telescopes", and sometimes we call them “half a binocular”, but there is nothing half as bad about them. They are super compact, easy, and fun to use. Some monoculars have special features such as night vision or even automatic bird/wildlife identification.
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AUD $4,320.00Backorder: Contact US for ETA
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EL 10x50 binoculars have a large field of view and a 5-mm exit pupil, enabling you to see bright images that are sharp in every detail, even in difficult light conditions.
NOTE: The EL model binoculars do not come with a field carry bag. The field bag has to be purchased separately.
Phils Review: "The venerable Swarovski EL 1o x 50 binos are one of the better ones I have used when hiking out in open country and for glassing the hills and distant tree lines looking for wildlife. In the low light of dawn or dusk these binos come into their own with the details in fading shadows still clear that other binos lose."
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AUD $4,360.00
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EL 12x50 binoculars provide even more details thanks to their 12x magnification. Their ideal weight balance means that they fit perfectly in your hand – brilliant for lengthy periods of observation over long distances.
NOTE: The EL model binoculars do not come with a field carry bag. The field bag has to be purchased separately.
Phils Review: "These binos are the business if you want that extra punch to glass the hills or laying in cover from a distance to track flighty nervous wildlife. The optics are awesome on dusk when animals are most active and yield beautiful crisp detail."
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AUD $4,660.00Backorder: Contact US for ETA
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NL Pure - the revolutionary binoculars with the largest field of view to date and barely perceptible edges, without compromising on ergonomics and handling. In other words: Best optics, packed in the smallest possible size. The NL Pure thus provides unprecedented nature experiences.
NOTE: FRP Forehead Rest is NOT included. This is a separate item.
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AUD $5,260.00Backorder: Contact US for ETA
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Uncompromising observation. The EL Range 10x42 shows precise details when viewing over long distances thanks to its 10x magnification.
Phils Review : "These ranging and tracking binoculars are the perfect kit for the serious hunter. I love the fact that the binocular can not only give you a distance but then direct you to target by connecting to your mobile phone with maps or by direction arrows in the optics. WOW."
NOTE: FRR Forehead Rest is NOT included. This is a separate item.
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AUD $6,540.00Backorder: Contact US for ETA
Swarovski AX Visio 10X32 Binocular
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