Marine binoculars for boating

Choose marine binoculars for spotting buoys, identifying landmarks and watching the coastline. Compare 7x50 models with or without a compass according to focusing method, water resistance and handling.

Which model should you choose?

Bushnell H2O 2.0 Porro 7x50 waterproof binoculars

The Bushnell H2O 2.0 Porro 7x50 combines central focusing with a waterproof construction for observation on the water and on land. This model has no built-in compass.

Bushnell Marine 7x50 binoculars without compass

The Bushnell Marine 7x50, reference 137501, is the version without a compass. Choose it for coastal observation when you do not need to read a bearing through the binoculars.

Bushnell Marine 7x50 with compass and reticle

The Bushnell Marine 7x50, reference 137500, adds an illuminated compass for reading bearings and a graduated reticle for estimating distance when an object's dimension is known. It is not an automatic laser rangefinder.

A moderate 7x magnification makes hand movement less noticeable than higher magnification, but does not cancel boat movement. The 50 mm objectives suit observation in fading light; ordinary binoculars cannot see in total darkness. Waterproofing does not necessarily mean that binoculars float. Check the protection and care instructions for each model.

Compare marine binoculars

• Bushnell H2O 2.0 Porro 7x50 waterproof binoculars
• Bushnell Marine 7x50 binoculars without compass
• Bushnell Marine 7x50 with compass and reticle