The 7x magnification ensures blur-free images to identify tons, beacons and bridge numbers, even in rough weather conditions (sea).

The section of the Dordogne river that we paddled down was pretty slow-moving and tranquil most of the time and even the "rapid sections" were for us pretty easy to navigate (except for one!However if you need a very good low light performance, you would still have to sacrifice on size and weight and go for a larger instrument, so something like a 7x50 for example that produce massive exit pupils of more than 7mm. My initial thoughts before trying it were that it would not be very attractive to amateur astronomers but now I'm thinking it is actually quite useful and would be a handy small binocular to use as a spotter along with a telescope. Another highlight of the strap is that Steiner uses their ClicLoc Strap Attachment System on it which is excellent: Instead of the usual slider system where you fold and thread the strap back on itself, that is a bit of a pain to set up (especially for me as I have done it literally thousands of times!

Note: I tested them using my sunglasses and as expected was able to achieve the full field of view with them on after completely folding down the eyecups. It started an interesting thread on internal construction as from the video it seemed as though the entire binocular was held together with glue and plastic. Aasy to use and versatile binoculars that offers in addition to its compact size and excellent image quality, an integrated HD-stabilized compass. The problem for me and choosing my binoculars for my kayaking trip is the fact that most marine binoculars are designed to be used on larger boats/vessels and so size and weight are not a big priority and thus a 7x50 is probably the most common configuration. The forums are dedicated to wild birds, birding, binoculars and equipment and all that goes with it.

The carry case is well made and well padded, but other than that it is pretty basic and lacks any extra pockets or a belt loop. Either way, this is not really what this type of binocular is designed for and so I would still not recommend them to anyone who often needs to view objects at close range. What’s more, they also come with a practical carry strap so that you can carry them around your neck when you’re out and about.

Made from what looks like a combination of rubber and plastic, the cups are designed to fit into the ends of the barrels whereas most cups fit over the ends and often just look like an afterthought and not a part of the instrument.This large, illuminated compass also features a bearing mark and facilitates navigation on all bodies of water. The new Navigator takes STEINER's popular Marine series into a new generation with innovative product features.