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Leica Monovid 8x25 review: a pocket-sized monocular that goes extra-large on quality and features
By Gavin Stoker Published
Review When binoculars seem a little too bulky and portability is paramount, is the luxuriously styled Leica Monovid 8x25 monocular – with an additional close-up lens – worth considering as an alternative?

Nikon Action Zoom 10-22x50 review: binoculars with a built-in zoom to get closer to your subject
By Gavin Stoker Published
Review Can't make your mind up between binoculars with a wide field of view, or greater magnification to get you closer? Nikon’s Action range-topping binos have a zoom mechanism that allows you to do both!

Leica Noctivid Compact 10x25 review: posh and portable binoculars for those who like the finer things in life
By Gavin Stoker Published
Review Do these premium-priced, well-built, yet very portable Leica 10x25 binoculars justify the investment for everyday observation?

Nikon Action 10x42 review: bargain binoculars for birders on a budget
By Gavin Stoker Published
Review Can low-cost binoculars ever truly deliver a big performance? Let's see if these Nikons deliver the Holy Grail for wildlife watchers who also watch the pennies…

Best solar eclipse binoculars in 2026: safely watch the total eclipse this summer
By Jamie Carter Published
Buying Guide Get set for a close-up view of this summer's solar eclipse safely with a pair of specialist solar binoculars

Leica's new Noctovid binoculars offer a larger field of view packed into a more compact design
By Alan Palazon Published
News Leica says its redesigned compact binoculars and monocular pack premium performance into pocket-sized optics without compromising on the viewing experience

Kite Optics launches 22x stabilized binocular that promises spotting scope detail in your hands
By Sebastian Oakley Published
News This 22x stabilized binocular from Kite is built for birders who want more reach

The best smart telescope in 2026: view and photograph the night sky from your phone or tablet
By Jamie Carter Last updated
Buying Guide The best smart telescopes make it easy to observe and photograph faint deep sky objects even from cities
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