Best New Hunting Binoculars of 2021

Our optics test is designed to assess all the things a capable binocular must do. We measure its optical resolution, scoring how well it can see extremely fine detail. Then we strap each binocular into a chest harness and take it to the field, measuring its ability to see a wide variety of targets, from up-close butterflies to distant birds and bucks, and in all light conditions.

We bring the whole field together over a series of evenings to determine which binoculars have the best low-light capability.

In our time with these binoculars—our field is limited to optics that are new for this year or which were introduced in the latter half of last year—we are constantly assessing their ergonomics. How do they fit our hands? How comfortable are the eyecups? How is the balance? How do the focus and diopter controls feel and perform?

By the time we are done with the test, we’ve spent many hours with each submission, living with them in the dust and harsh conditions of eastern Montana, banging them around in pickups and on 4-wheelers, and getting them grimy and wet.

The Editor’s Choice is awarded to the binocular with the highest overall score. Our Great Buy award goes to the binocular with the best combination of performance and affordability.

Editor's Choice: Swarovski NL Pure: https://scheels.sjv.io/jWzPEa

Great Buy: Meopta MeoPro Air: https://www.meoptasportsoptics.com/en/produkt/meopro-air-10x42-hd-16595/

Read the full test here: https://www.outdoorlife.com/gear/best-new-binoculars-review/

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