The first principle of birding: spot the bird first, then point your optics at it.
The second principle of birding: make sure your optics play on your side. And here we talk not only about a camera but the right binoculars to use in conjunction. Birdwatching does not necessarily mean bird photography. However, even when it does, a good pair of binos can be an invaluable companion for all birders, hardcore or not.
Do you use binoculars in conjunction with your camera?
If you have not tried it, have a go. We suspect you would be surprised by how nicer an image may be compared to looking just through a camera. Binoculars help you see subjects more closely and in greater detail, and identify their behavior patterns as well as potential photography opportunities without wasting time setting up your camera for every distant subject. You can focus on specific details, adjust your perspective, and frame the shot exactly as you desire, ensuring a better-composed image. Choosing the right binos in this case can make all the difference.
Fujifilm HYPER-CLARITY series of binoculars is an excellent choice for those who don’t want to miss a thing while observing wildlife. They feature the sophisticated optical technology that Fujifilm has developed over the years in its professional binoculars business.
Hyper-Clear Field of View
The HYPER-CLARITY series is perfectly optimised for wildlife and nature observation, providing a bright and clear field of view. Due to our unique SUPER EBC FUJINON multi-coating on all light-transmitting surfaces, including the lens elements and prisms, these binos provide superb light transmission. This means improved brightness and a sharper, clearer, more detailed view, even in challenging lighting conditions. This is particularly beneficial in low-light situations, such as early morning or late evening birdwatching or observing wildlife in shaded areas.
The ED lens elements effectively control the chromatic aberration and prism coating for superior image resolution as well as contrast. This also allows for a much brighter field of view, more accurate colours and a reduction of visual distortions.
Magnification & Usability
The higher the magnification, the harder it is to find and track the bird. Let’s be honest, with a big zoom and little details moving unexpectedly, the world may seem too quick and shaky. In this case, you can certainly get binoculars on a bird faster than with a DSLR and a long lens. Offering 8x or 10x magnification, HYPER-CLARITY binos strike a balance between magnifying power and optimal usability. A slip-resistant elastomeric material and ergonomically engineered easy-grip body shape allow for excellent stability when held in your hand. And with the objective lens diameter of 42mm, they are still quite lightweight to carry around and easy to handle.
Performance in Adverse Weather Conditions
With the water- and fog-proof structure, HYPER-CLARITY binoculars ensure durability and an enhanced user experience even in challenging outdoor conditions, such as rain or high humidity, without compromising their performance. A water-repellent coating applied to both objective lenses and eyepieces helps repel water droplets, preventing them from obstructing the view and compromising image quality. The robust magnesium-alloy body also adds durability and ensures that binoculars can withstand rough handling, accidental drops, and minor impacts, making them suitable for outdoor adventures and long-term use.
More beauty to it, these binos offer long eye relief for those who wear glasses, providing a comfortable viewing experience and minimising peripheral distortion. Longer eye relief allows you to maintain a proper distance between your eyes and eyepieces and ensures that even with glasses, you can see the full field of view without having to press your glasses against the eyepieces.
Maybe the right pair of binoculars doesn’t make you a better birdwatcher, but striking a balance of visibility, comfort, and image quality, it gives you all the opportunities to become one.