• Binoculars are classified with two numbers: 8×32, 10×40, etc. The first refers to the magnification—how many times closer an object appears. For most of us, seven or eight power is perfect; serious ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. An award-winning reporter writing about stargazing and the night sky. Ask any good stargazer what telescope you should buy, and ...

Buying astronomical equipment as a gift for a loved one can be a tricky task if you don’t know much about the equipment. Binoculars are a lower-cost alternative to telescopes that can provide hours of ...

A good generalist beginner binocular, the SVBONY SV47s perform adequately across the board. They give good enough views when used during daylight hours and are inexpensive enough for those just ...