Choosing Binoculars For The First Time Choose binoculars with a magnification of up to 12x. Remember that just because binoculars have a magnification of over 12x is not a sure guide that the images will be better. If the binoculars will be for handheld use outdoors, then magnifications of between 6x to 10x are the best. Hand movements in binoculars with magnifications of 12x or higher will cause a person to see shaky images and negatively affect the viewing experience. Usually, a higher … [Read more...]