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Coleman 10×25 Binoculars $14.26 The Coleman 814-800T 10 x 25 Binoculars will bring the outdoors right up close. This pair of Coleman binoculars has a 10-times magnification and fully-coated lenses with an objective diameter of 25 millimeters. These binoculars are not only durable and dependant, but convenient as well and include a neck strap and a carrying case with a belt attachment. Manufacturer Warranty One-year warranty…

Secret Binocular Flask $10.00 Stuck in the nosebleed section? While this binocular flask won’t help you get a closer glimpse of Kobe Bryant, rest assured you’ll be having the most fun! Take any liquor incognito to concerts or sporting events in this imaginative, secret flask. Only you’ll know that these barnoculars are really two individual plastic flasks. Holding 16 ounces in two separated 8-ounce barrels, there’s plenty o…

UW Badger Pocket Binoculars For bird watching or enjoying your favorite sporting event, these UW Badger Binoculars will bring you right up to the action. The 7×18 configuration was specifically chosen to give the right amount of power for all seating areas, combined with the optimal, large field of view that sporting events require. With a field of view at a massive 488 ft. you will have a huge picture window to follow the a…

Wholesale Lot 48pcs 20mm Small Mini Compasses for survival kit $12.00 4 dozen (48pcs) new liquid filled mini button compasses. These well-made mini compasses are perfect for use in compact, mini, or pocket survival kits. Or put them onto your walking stick, knife, binoculars, backpack, etc. OD size: 20mm (approximately size of a penny) Liquid filled, works under sub-freezing temperatures. Easy to read compass dial sealed with clear acrylic top and black plastic b…

Bushnell HD Torch 165-Lumen Square Beam LED Flashlight $63.58 The Bushnell HD Torch 165-Lumen Square Beam LED Flashlight delivers radiant intensity and consistent brightness. Using patented technology that produces a perfectly uniform, square pattern of light, the HD Torch completely illuminates every inch of its range with a bright, clean light offering superior image definition. Unlike conventional circular flashlight beams, it emits no irregular “blobs” o…

HellFighter 6 Pack 3 Volt Lithium CR 123 Batteries $14.95 DOH297 Pack Size: 6 Features: -Battery. -Available in 2 and 6 pack sizes. -Made in USA. -Dimensions: 0.75” H x 5.25” W x 6.75” D….

Carson 5 BigEye Magnifier $6.48 Carson BigeyeTM 2.5X 5 Inch Acrylic Hand Magnifier Outdoor Green – Carson HU-20…

Kids Classic Beige Pith Helmet Jungle Safari Birthday Party-Set of 12 $8.95 Party in the Jungle ! The perfect party hats for your child’s next jungle-themed adventure party. A set of 12 classic pith helmets sized to fit most children. Set of 12. Made of plastic. Classic pith helmet design. One size fits most children….

Carl Zeiss Optical Inc Lens Pre-Moistened Tissues $4.28 Zeiss Pre-Moistened Lens Cloths “The ultimate convenience in lens cleaning” Pre-moistened, non-abrasive lens cloths safely and quickly clean any lens, especially those with Zeiss anti-reflective multi-layer coatings. High-tech ammonia-free formula cleans effectively without leaving streaks or residue. Clean smudged and dirty lenses at your convenience with these handy individual packets. Keep seve…

Bushnell Medalist Laser Rangefinder $449.95 Compact in size but loaded with powerful rangefinding features, the Bushnell Medalist sets a new standard in a complete rangefinder package. Like its predecessor–the PinSeeker 1500–the Medalist is equipped with PinSeeker technology to combine pinpoint accuracy and consistency enabling you to range up to 250 yards (±1 yard) to the flag without the use of reflectors. Designed exclusively with the…

Sports Optics – Image Stabilized Binoculars

One of the most exciting advancements in sports optics technology is the advent of image stabilization. Binoculars are designed to magnify an image, making it appear closer to the user. The higher the magnification, the closer the subject in the image will appear. However one of the downsides to higher magnification is the fact that the image will move and shake due to small movements in the person holding the binoculars. The higher the magnification of the binoculars, the worse the shaking and movement is. Other factors can also add to the movement, such as vibration of an unsteady surface or even shaking due to excitement. Also as we age it becomes more difficult to hold binoculars steady, making image stabilization technologies that much more important.

It used to be that the only way to compensate for this shaking was to mount the binoculars on a tripod or other supporting structure. For most situations, carrying and setting up a tripod is inconvenient at best, impossible at worst. However, the latest image stabilization technologies now allow for steady images at high powers without the use of a tripod. Even better news is the fact that prices for image stabilized binoculars have dropped dramatically in the past few years, making them more affordable for the average person.

So how do image stabilized binoculars work? There are a variety of technologies on the market, yet most use gyroscopic detectors and motorized internal components that automatically compensate for vibration and small movements. One of the most popular lines of image stabilized binoculars is made by Canon. Canon uses what it known as a Vari-Angle Prism system along with gyroscopic sensors. While this may sound confusing, it basically means that the binoculars have internal sensors that detect movement, as well as moveable prisms that are controlled by the sensors. When the sensors detect vibration, they send a signal to the prisms and the prisms shift the optics slightly to hold the image steady. This provides for steady images even at higher magnifications.

Canon makes a wide variety of image stabilized binoculars, from their compact 8×25 stabilized binoculars to their full size 18×50 high magnification binoculars. They also have a fully waterproof model that uses their highest quality optical glass. This 10×42L stabilized binocular is one of the best rated binoculars on the market today.

What are the best uses for image stabilized binoculars? Boating is a very popular use, as the stabilizers help to compensate for the movement and vibration being on a boat causes. Stabilized binoculars are also popular for hunting, as they can allow for keeping safe distances from the target by using higher magnifications. They are also popular for sporting events, especially when you need to get up close to the action from a distance. Image stabilized binoculars are also excellent for target shooting, bird watching and even astronomy. So if you are looking for a new pair of binoculars, take a close look at the latest image stabilized binoculars and let the newest technology take the shakes out of your viewing!

About the Author

Benjamin Hauck has worked with OPT Binoculars since 1997 and has written numerous articles on
binoculars and sports optics
over the years. OPT Binoculars is a leading online retailer of binoculars and sports optics, including
image stabilized binoculars
. Visit
www.optbinoculars.com
for more information.

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My boyfriend is graduating from college and his 22nd birthday is a week after that. I have NO idea what to get him and on top of that my parents are looking to get him something for each of the two days. Any suggestions? Im looking for stuff to suggest to my parents for under $150 for both occasions. I’m not sure what my budget is (probably under $200 for the two)… i am open to any suggestions.

Go half with him on a kayak. That is fun and will get you guys out all summer exploring! He will have it forever and it will be something he treasures.. I know being a girl it sounds dumb, but I am sure he will love it.
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Good luck!!

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