Customer Reviews

Bushnell Marine 7x50 Binocular

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I bought these for triangulating my position on charts while sailing. I was a little worried that the internal compass would be hard to read as my 40+ year old eyes need reading glasses to read newspapers, computer screens etcetera. I have had no problem whatsoever. The compass is large and easy to read. The compass has an internal light which is a great added feature. I did an overnight sail in March and would have had a very difficult time guessing where I was without this feature. I never use the reticle for judging distance. I suppose I could get the instructions out to do the math but it hardly seems worth it because the compass allows me to locate my position very easily.

I was hesitant to order these because binoculars are so varied in price and quality it is difficult to buy them without trying them out first. I have a pair of 12X50 Pentax that I paid over $200 for but these Bushnell binocs exceed them for clarity and quality, and priced at half the Pentax. I do a lot of fishing so I am out on the ocean waters of S.E. Alaska almost every day, and these 7X50 Marine work perfectly on the water. I especially like the built in compass which can be illuminated at the press of a button for near dark navigation. I would recommend these to any boater who wants a binocular that performs well, and doesn't put a big hole in your wallet.....thanks Bushnell!.....N. Smith Haines,Alaska

Just the right choice for boat use. Gathers light for a clear view better than some more expensive binoculars. The rubber armor is good for grip and protection. The waterproof qualities are perfect for encounters with salt water spray. Perfect for spotting birds over shrimp or schools of small bait fish. The optic view won't make you dizzy when using as the boat moves. Like the compass and lock that is built in.

I don't know how it could be better. One of our sailing sons said it was the best he's used. I wish I could say something technical and impressive but can only be anecdotal. My Commander, USNR, Rtd. husband was delighted with this birthday present. The price was pretty good, too.

I use them frequently sailing day and night and they are excellent. The image quality is top. The compass makes it easy to take bearings. The compass is however not that stabilized, meaning that if your boat is moving around, as is the case if you are sailing or motoring, you won't be able to get a very precise bearing (plus minus 10-15degrees). The compass is illuminated, it's really hard to get this battery in though! I use my Petzl headlamp when I am sailing @ night with a red light, I discovered that it does illuminate the compass by reflection without using the built-in lamp and without affecting the vision...
Overall I am very very satisfied and would recommend them highly.

I've had a couple seasons with these binocs, very happy with the results. I've left them onboard with damp, hot, cold conditions... no problems at all. Still amazed how they allow you to focus near or far without a zoom-function. Not sure how they did it, but they work. Others who tried them on my boat like these too.

These binoculars are huge and heavy, plus they have individually focused lenses instead of the center focus that most newer binoculars have. Maybe this is necessary to make an inexpensive, sealed binocular that will float and be waterproof, but it makes them very cumbersome to use. If you are considering these, make sure that you compare dimensions and weight to other alternatives or to binoculars that you already own. I ended up returning them as they were too big.

these are good binoculars but for 7x magnification,it could have way more field of view.the bushnell excursion 8x36 243608 has more power and more fied of view.

the compass rewiew is on the left side of the binocular is making the hazy image....