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Swarovski 10×32 NL PURE Burnt Orange

£2,340.00
ONE FOR EVERYWHERE Groundbreaking optical performance – packed into the smallest possible package: the NL Pure 32 accompanies you wherever you may go for unprecedented viewing experiences  

Swarovski 10×32 NL PURE Green

£2,340.00
ONE FOR EVERYWHERE Groundbreaking optical performance – packed into the smallest possible package: the NL Pure 32 accompanies you wherever you may go for unprecedented viewing experiences  

Swarovski 12×50 EL SV – Used

£1,375.00
Swarovski 12x50 EL SV - Used in very good condition. Comes with case, strap, rainguard and Objective lens covers

Swarovski 8×30 CL Companion NOMAD

£1,899.00

MAGNIFY YOUR SENSES

See the world with new eyes with the CL Companion NOMAD. Handcrafted in Austria, these are more than just binoculars. With their stunning optics, outstanding ergonomics, and finest leather armouring, they are a statement of total elegance that appeals to all the senses.

CL Companion NOMAD 8x30 B

The new CL Companion NOMAD 8x30 has a 132 m (144 yd) field of view to give you the perfect overview. Its impressive optics with 8x magnification ensure your viewing is smooth and jitter-free. The ergonomic, eye-catching design of these compact, lightweight (490 g/17.2 oz) binoculars makes them an elegant companion providing you with unique experiences when you’re on the move.

Swarovski 8×32 NL PURE Burnt Orange

£2,280.00
ONE FOR EVERYWHERE Groundbreaking optical performance – packed into the smallest possible package: the NL Pure 32 accompanies you wherever you may go for unprecedented viewing experiences  

Swarovski 8×32 NL PURE Green

£2,280.00
ONE FOR EVERYWHERE Groundbreaking optical performance – packed into the smallest possible package: the NL Pure 32 accompanies you wherever you may go for unprecedented viewing experiences  

Swarovski AX Visio 10×32

£3,820.00
The AX Visio 10x32 is an AI-supported binocular and combines outstanding SWAROVISION quality with digital intelligence. The identification function helps you to identify birds and other animal species at the touch of a button. Thanks to the revolutionary "share discoveries" function, you can immediately show your companion where you have seen an animal. Easily create photos or videos and share them with your community. The experience is complete with the accompanying SWAROVSKI OPTIK outdoor app: customize your AX Visio to suit your individual needs.

Swarovski CL Curio 7×21

£680.00
The new CL Curio 7x21, designed in an exclusive collaboration with the world-renowned designer, Marc Newson, is the latest member of the SWAROVSKI OPTIK CL Family.  

Swarovski CL Curio 7×21 Binoculars – Burnt Orange

£680.00
The new CL Curio 7x21, designed in an exclusive collaboration with the world-renowned designer, Marc Newson, is the latest member of the SWAROVSKI OPTIK CL Family.  

Swarovski Habicht 7×42 Black

£855.00

A FOND TRADITION

The traditional form of observation. The Habicht model is the classic optical system that has been tried and tested and continually developed for generations. The high-contrast, vivid images it produces with outstanding transmission values are what make it so popular. The sturdy light-alloy housing makes these binoculars particularly suitable for nature observation.

Swarovski Habicht 7×42 Green

£1,045.00

A FOND TRADITION

The traditional form of observation. The Habicht model is the classic optical system that has been tried and tested and continually developed for generations. The high-contrast, vivid images it produces with outstanding transmission values are what make it so popular. The sturdy light-alloy housing makes these binoculars particularly suitable for nature observation.

Swarovski Habicht 8×30

£900.00

A FOND TRADITION

The traditional form of observation. The Habicht model is the classic optical system that has been tried and tested and continually developed for generations. The high-contrast, vivid images it produces with outstanding transmission values are what make it so popular. The sturdy light-alloy housing makes these binoculars particularly suitable for nature observation.

Swarovski MY Junior 7×28 – Glacier Blue

£400.00
The MY JUNIOR binoculars allow children to easily discover more. With 7x magnification and a 28 mm objective lens diameter, these compact companions allow jitter-free observation in SWAROVSKI OPTIK quality. They guarantee an immediate “WOW!” effect by making it easier than ever to immediately observe and explore. Whether out on their first independent expeditions or experiencing nature with the grown-ups: the rugged MY JUNIOR binoculars will be trusted companions on children’s adventures.  

Swarovski MY Junior 7×28 – Jungle Green

£400.00
The MY JUNIOR binoculars allow children to easily discover more. With 7x magnification and a 28 mm objective lens diameter, these compact companions allow jitter-free observation in SWAROVSKI OPTIK quality. They guarantee an immediate “WOW!” effect by making it easier than ever to immediately observe and explore. Whether out on their first independent expeditions or experiencing nature with the grown-ups: the rugged MY JUNIOR binoculars will be trusted companions on children’s adventures.  

Swarovski NL Pure 10×42

£2,770.00
ONE WITH THE MOMENT NL Pure - the revolutionary binoculars with the largest field of view to date and barely perceptible edges, without compromising on ergonomics and handling. In other words: Best optics, packed in the smallest possible size. The NL Pure thus provides unprecedented nature experiences. NL Pure 10x42 W B See more in every situation. Thanks to its perfect handling and the seemingly endless field of vision, the NL Pure 10x42 becomes even more versatile.

Swarovski NL Pure 12×42

£2,810.00

ONE WITH THE MOMENT

NL Pure - the revolutionary binoculars with the largest field of view to date and barely perceptible edges, without compromising on ergonomics and handling. In other words: Best optics, packed in the smallest possible size. The NL Pure thus provides unprecedented nature experiences.
NL Pure 12x42 W B Detect every detail even at great distances. This is guaranteed by the 12x magnification. Even with an objective lens diameter of 42 mm, the unique ergonomics together with the forehead rest allow you to observe with ease for a long time.

Independent Suppliers of Leading Binoculars in the UK 

Whether you enjoy birding or wildlife observation, we stock a range of quality and industry-leading field glasses for sale.

Choose from our new, used or ex-demonstration models for the perfect brand, type, magnification, lens size and price. Offering quality, flexibility and affordability.

So you’re on the lookout for a pair of binoculars? Whether this is your first pair or perhaps you’re looking to upgrade, whatever your situation we’ve got a pair for you.

What do the numbers mean?

This is a very common question, and it isn’t as complicated as you might think. If you take an 8×32 pair of binoculars for example the 8x part of the number is how much what you see is magnified by. This means that everything is 8x larger or closer than with the naked eye.

The second part of the number, 32, is the size of the objective lens in mm (the large end that you point towards objects). The size of this lens will determine how much light can be captured, affecting your image brightness. The larger the lens the brighter the image although it is worth remembering that the larger the lens the larger and heavier the glass will be.

What is ED?

You will probably see ED and wonder what this is and why are these binoculars more expensive.

ED is the common abbreviation for Extra-low Dispersion glass. These are specially treated lenses with multiple layers of coating that reduce colour fringing by limiting the amount of white light that splits into constituent colours as it passes through the glass.

This results in a far crisper, clear image with minimal chromatic aberration (strange colours) around the image. It can be most easily understood by thinking about HD TV compared to standard.

Compact Vs Full Size 

This is a very good question and to answer what is best for you need to think about what you will be using it for, your budget and how much weight you are willing to carry. 

In simple terms, the best pair of binoculars are the ones that you will take out. What we mean by this is that you may think you need the best, brightest image that an 8×56 will give you but in reality, it’s far too heavy, so you end up leaving at home or in the car. You may need a far more pocket-friendly and lightweight compact (8×25 or 10×25).

Compact binoculars are great for somebody who doesn’t want a heavy or bulky pair but still wants a decent view of objects in the distance. Strictly speaking, the image isn’t as bright using compact binoculars due to the smaller objective lens, although this can be improved by choosing an option that has high-quality lenses or ED lenses. 

Full-size binoculars are best for somebody who wants the best possible image and isn’t worried too much about size and weight. 42mm and above are great for woodland use as they can make the most of the reduced light levels as most light is blocked out by the trees. These also work well when using the binoculars at dawn and dusk. 

The 32mm binoculars are a great middle option, as these are a little bigger than the compacts offering a brighter image but not as large as the 42mm models.

What’s the difference between a £100 and £2500 pair of binoculars if all the numbers are the same?

With most things in life, there is an element of you get what you pay for, and optics is no exception.

The general rule of thumb with all optics is as you pay more you are paying for higher quality glass and coatings which result in a sharper, crisper image.

Ultimately you don’t have to spend the top price to get a decent optic. What you must consider is how much you are going to use your binoculars and what are you going to use them for. 

If you are going to use them a handful of times a year it may not be necessary to spend hundreds or thousands of pounds on some binoculars when a decent entry-level pair would work best for you.

If you are a keen birder or someone who is going to use them almost daily, it may be beneficial to go for more premium binoculars as you would benefit from the extra performance that this offers you.

8x vs 10x Magnification 

You may be thinking, do I want an 8x or a 10x binocular? They are both great but there are some things to consider before making your choice.

8x are generally considered the best all-rounder. This is because they offer a great balance between magnification, field of view, brightness of the image and ease of holding steady. These are best suited to people who use field glasses in lower light conditions such as woodland or if you want a wider field of view as it is easier to spot and track objects.

10x will get you closer to the object giving you greater detail but this is at the expense of the field of view and brightness of the image. As you increase magnification, you narrow your field of view. You can think about this as taking a picture on your phone and zooming in. As you zoom in, the object you want to view becomes larger and in greater detail, however, the image as a whole becomes smaller and you lose the outside edge. Also, as you increase magnification, the image becomes darker. Higher magnifications are also harder to hold steady as your movements are also more magnified. The higher magnifications are best suited to viewing over a greater distance or for someone who needs the extra fine detail.

Here at Viking Optical Centres, we pride ourselves on our expertise and sterling customer service. You only have to read some of our reviews to see that we are passionate about providing quality optics to all.