If asked, most people would turn down help when selecting a pair of binoculars. Most likely, their predominant selection criteria are based upon either magnification or the price.... moreIf asked, most people would turn down help when selecting a pair of binoculars. Most likely, their predominant selection criteria are based upon either magnification or the price. After all that is all there is to it, right?Well... No. You will need to balance your personal expectations of the quality of the view, the functionality required and your budget. These factors will dictate the correct pair for you. Also there is give and take with binocular specifications, so you need to know what you are giving up by selecting other features or specifications so that you can make an informed purchase that you will be satisfied with for years to come.Lets Define Your Expectations.Binoculars are typically used while birding or hunting, during stadium events or races, for astronomy, or even while day hiking scenic or nature trails. When you look through a pair of binoculars you're observing the field of view. (We will get to the definition in a minute). In each of these activities, the user wants to get a... less