Best Binoculars for Safari
Choosing the best binoculars for your safari requires first determining what your budget is. Are you willing to spend $500 on a pair of binoculars, or do you want to spend the least amount while still getting a good pair?
After determining your budget, you need to research the different makes and models available. You will want to consider a number of different factors, including:
Things to Consider
- Magnification - looks for binoculars that magnify x8 to x10. Any larger and you run the risk of destabalizing your view (unless you will have a tripod)
- Weight/Size - You may want to consider compact binoculars
- 30mm aperture is ideal, as you should have ample light while game viewing
- Large field of view - you will be scanning the plains/savanahs looking for animals
Our Recommendation
- Magnification: 8 x 42
- Field of View: 330 ft (or more) at 1000 yards.
- Exit pupil size: At least 5.25 mm
- Eye relief: 18 or more
- Prism and Coating: Fully Multi-Coated surface and BAK-4 prism
- Weight: Not more than 2 lbs, and prefreably sub 30oz.
Hopefully this helps you find the best binoculars for safari. Good luck and happy game viewing!