8x Binoculars

Many birders see 8x binoculars as a great standard for general birding. These binoculars allow you to see wildlife in nice detail, without getting lost in every tree branch or creating a shaky image. This is especially important if you'll be tracking species that move quickly, where a higher magnification might send them out of frame very easily. Many people can hold an 8x binocular steady with some ease, and they are a great option for hunting and wildlife observation at close to medium distances.