Understanding what you want is key in determining the best fit for you. Binoculars are actually two telescopes placed side by side so a viewer can see through them with both eyes.
As an experienced wildlife photographer my top priority was optical quality, and I did alot of research before deciding on this pair. Compact binoculars are ergonomically designed and are the best choice in terms of value for the money. Binoculars come in the convenient hand-held sizes which make them very easy to take with you wherever you go.
The objective lenses are located on the end of the binoculars furthest away from your eye when viewing. If you will be staying in one spot for a period of time then it might be to your advantage to consider mounting the binoculars on a tripod which would free up both hands and not require you to find the viewing area, refocus, and keep steady each time you pick them up. Quality night binoculars have an infrared illuminator which increases the available infrared light.
Also when you are looking for a pair of hunting binoculars you might want to look for a pair with a range finder feature. Galactic clouds and star clusters look dim when viewed by the naked eye, but with binoculars they are much clearer. It s beautiful with the naked eye, and even more grand when we can see it enlarged.
Get a good pair and enjoy! The newer binoculars are very lightweight making them ideal to pack in your lightweight luggage.