There was a time when I thought all binoculars were the same, not until I tried using my regular binoculars to view a fox on a not-so-bright day. I had to reach out to a friend who is a binos enthusiast and who recommended the same pair I was using at the time. He calmly walked me through the different binoculars out there and what each is best suited for, and suggested that I get myself a set of low light binoculars if I wanted clear, sharp images during low light conditions.
This happened many years ago. I have since become wise to the ways of optics selection. Here are situations that call for low light binoculars.
Hunting in low light conditions
If you do a lot of hunting at night, then you need a pair of low light binoculars. The first time I tried hunting at night with a regular set of binoculars, I was disappointed; images were not clear. I couldn’t make out where the fox I tried capturing was hidden. The next time I tried hunting with low light binoculars the difference was as clear as day and night. It was using my optics in broad daylight. So for hunting during low light conditions, you can place your bets on low light binoculars.
Stargazing
For star gazing enthusiasts, getting a set of low light optics will greatly enhance your star watching experience. There are many good low light optics on the market with different styles, sizes, shapes, qualities and prices. Try out these binoculars to see the right pair that fits your needs.
Spotting wildlife in dense forest
Some binoculars are best suited for viewing certain images in different environments. In spotting wildlife in dense forests, low light binoculars can be utilized effectively especially in low light conditions where a pair of safari binoculars cannot serve the intended purpose. Remember, some animals prefer hiding in dense forests covered by trees. You can’t view such animals clearly with your everyday binoculars. This is where low light binoculars come in.
Enjoying amazing views at dusk and dawn
With our naked eyes alone, it can be quite difficult to view some images and amazing views at dawn and dusk. But everything suddenly comes to life when we attempt to view the same images which were before now blurred with binoculars.