A digital binoculars with camera is a modern type of binoculars with a built in camera. They are like mini telescopes with a camera. The advantage is that you do not have to close one eye to have a good view of your object of interest.
By combining the functionality of an ordinary binocular and camera, it allows you to not only view objects that are far away, but also to capture their image at the same time too. So if you are planning to go on a tour you may not have to carry both a camera and binoculars and just carry digital binoculars with a camera.
You can use digital binoculars with digital camera for:
• Nature observation
• Bird watching
• Star gazing
• School educational trips
What should you consider when buying digital binoculars with a digital camera?
There is a wide selection of digital binoculars with a camera available in the market for you to choose from. These models differ in functionality and components, so take time to choose one that best suits your needs.
When considering buying one of these special instruments, there are a few things you should considered these include:
The binocular component
This component should be of good quality i.e. a good objective lens with the right apertures to increase the quality of object in view even in fading light. A good magnification with a fully multicoated lens and be weatherproof, so is favorable to use in all climatic conditions.
The digital camera component
Consider the quality of the picture, so the camera should have an ability to take high quality picture, so a get a good megapixels range.
Good inbuilt stabilization components are important to avoid shake and distortion of the image. A tripod socket is also a variable addition to your digital binoculars with a digital camera.
A good internal memory, a built in video, and LCD screen could be an added advantage, to view images before you capture them and a good shutter speed improve focus and quality of pictures taken.
Other features to consider such as listed below would enhance your experience:
The ability of digital binoculars with a camera to store pictures is dependent on the battery power. So ensure you have enough batter power, preferably use lithium batteries they last longer than ordinary batteries.
And last but not least, make sure you have the right drivers which are compatible with your computer's operating system, so that you can download your beautiful photos on your computer and share your experience with your loved ones.
Features of different digital binoculars with a digital camera
Let us look at the various features found in different digital binoculars with a camera
1. Canon 10x30 Image stabilization binoculars
Features:
• 10x magnification
• Built-in optical image stabilization
• Super Spectra multicoating and lead-free glass lenses
• Objective lens: 14.5mm
• uses 2 double A's batteries
2. Celestron VistaPix binocular/digital camera
Features:
• Objective lens: 22mm
• 8x Digital camera magnification and binocular combination
• 0.3 megapixel resolution for 640 by 480 images
• 8MB SDRAM internal memory for up to 160 high-quality images
3. The Bushnell 10 x 25 ImageView Digital Imaging Binocular
Features:
• 640 x 480 VGA resolution still pictures
• 8 MB of internal flash memory and SD card slot
• 1.25-inch LCD screen
• 10x binocular magnification and 8x camera magnification;
• Uses 2 triple A's batteries
