Testing Binoculars: Notes from the Field

Binoculars are like shoes, one size doesn’t fit all. That’s why they are best tried before you buy. But what sorts of tests should you do to make sure you’ve found the right instrument for you? This chapter aims to answer this question. Accordingly, we’ll be taking a closer look at the things you can do to test the mechanical and optical quality of a binocular to make sure it’s right for you.