The most important point is impermeability! Binoculars that are "only" splash-proof are not recommended. The magnification should not be too high, because especially with stronger waves, the shaking of the hand is worsened the motion of the boat.
When it comes to aperture, we do not recommend binoculars that are too small. Of course, an important deciding factor is whether you will use the binoculars only for day-time tours and good light, or if you will be on the water for several days and nights. Navigation aids such as a compass or a reticle can be very useful.

Bushnell
Binoculars Legacy 10x50
( 5 / 5 )
$ 201.00
Product can be shipped as of 15.10.2023

Swarovski
EL 10x42 WB 3rd generation binoculars
Our price:
RRP:
$ 2,420.00
$ 2,180.00
ready for shipping in 3-7
days

Omegon
Binoculars Talron HD 8x42
Sale price:
$ 169.00
$ 139.00
ready for shipping in 24
h

Omegon
Seastar 8x42 monocular with compass
$ 129.00
ready for shipping in 24
h

Omegon
Binoculars Seastar 7x50 with Compass(analog)
$ 199.00
ready for shipping in 24
h

Omegon
Binoculars Brightsky 7x50
$ 319.00
ready for shipping in 24
h

Omegon
Monocular Mono 8x32
$ 169.00
ready for shipping in 24
h

Omegon
Monocular Mono 10x32
$ 169.00
ready for shipping in 24
h

Omegon
Monocular Mono 8x32 ED
$ 199.00
ready for shipping in 24
h

Omegon
Monocular Mono 10x32 ED
$ 199.00
ready for shipping in 24
h

Helios Optics
Binoculars 8x42 Nitrosport Waterproof
$ 168.00
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks

Bushnell
Marine Binoculars 7x50, with Rangefinder, Porro Prisms
$ 390.00
ready for shipping in 3-5
weeks

Discovery
Monocular Gator 10x42
$ 30.90
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks

Discovery
Monocular Gator 8x42
$ 28.90
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks

Levenhuk
Monocular 8x42 Atom
$ 30.90
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks

Bushnell
H2O10x42 porro prism binoculars
$ 169.00
ready for shipping in 3-5
weeks

Bushnell
Binoculars Engage DX 10x42
$ 369.00
ready for shipping in 3-5
weeks

Levenhuk
Binoculars Nelson 8x30
$ 148.00
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks

Levenhuk
Binoculars Karma Base 10x42
$ 106.00
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks

Levenhuk
Monocular Nelson 8x42
$ 95.00
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks

Levenhuk
Binoculars Karma PRO 8x42
$ 174.00
ready for shipping in 24
h

Levenhuk
Binoculars Karma PRO 10x50
$ 195.00
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks

Levenhuk
Binoculars Nelson 7x50
$ 180.00
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks

Levenhuk
Monocular Nelson 7x35
$ 79.00
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks

Barr and Stroud
Binoculars 8x42 Skyline
$ 106.00
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks

Bushnell
Binoculars Engage EDX 10x42
$ 630.00
ready for shipping in 3-5
weeks

Bushnell
Binoculars Engage EDX 8x42
$ 610.00
ready for shipping in 3-5
weeks

Bushnell
Binoculars Forge Terrain 8x42
$ 700.00
ready for shipping in 3-5
weeks

Bushnell
Binoculars Forge Terrain 10x42
$ 730.00
ready for shipping in 24
h

Bushnell
Binoculars Engage EDX 10x50
$ 660.00
ready for shipping in 24
h

Fujinon
Binoculars 7x50 WP-XL
$ 263.00
ready for shipping in 24
h

Helios Optics
Binoculars 8x42 WP6 Mistral
$ 166.00
ready for shipping in 24
h

Bushnell
Binoculars Prime 8x42
$ 211.00
ready for shipping in 3-5
weeks

Helios Optics
Binoculars 8x42 ED WP6 Mistral
$ 229.00
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks

DDoptics
Binoculars Pirschler 8x45 Gen. 3 green
$ 580.00
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks

Eschenbach
Binoculars Regatta 8x42 B
$ 700.00
ready for shipping in 1-2
weeks
What is important when selecting binoculars for sailing?
The "very good" rating for binoculars is achieved if they meet the following criteria:
- Magnification between 7 – 8 times
- Front lens diameter min. 50 mm
- Exit pupil: from min. 5 mm
- The field of view should be at least 120 m
- The porro prism design is preferred, as the image looks more three-dimensional, and the binoculars tend to shake less
- Useful accessories such as a compass, a reticle or a swimming belt have a positive influence on the evaluation.
For a "good", the binoculars must achieve these values:
- Magnification: max. 10 times
- Front lens diameter: min. 40 mm
- Exit pupil: min. 4 mm
- Field of view: min. 110 m
For a "medium" we will accept:
- Magnification: max. 12 times
- Front lens diameter: min. 30 mm
- Exit pupil: min. 4 mm
- Field of view: min. 90 m
We rate binoculars as "not recommended” for sailing if the exit pupil is less than 4 mm. In addition, binoculars for use at sea must in any case be waterproof.