Product Comparison FAQ

Ultra HD Binocular Series

What is the difference between the Ultra HD binoculars that have ED glass and those that are just HD without ED Glass?

Both the ED Glass binoculars and the Non-ED HD Binoculars, are specially designed for bird watchers to enhance the bird watching experience.

We've designed each with the following attributes:

Extra Wide Field of View - Greater field of view to capture a bird flying through the air quickly.
Close Focus - So you can clearly see a bird even as close as 2 meters.
Phase Correction - For greater clarity and higher resolution.
Waterproof and Fog proof - to be used in any weather and any time.
DuraTech Housing - To be more durable against bumps and falls.
Lifetime Guarantee - So you never have to purchase another pair of binoculars for your life long hobby.

Now though they have similar designs, the ED binoculars use ED Glass which eliminates chromatic aberration (color fringing) which makes the clarity of the view even more robust.

Extra low dispersion glass (ED Glass) prevents or lessens chromatic aberration because it gives the designer of a multi-element objective lens more options to concentrate and direct the wavelengths of light more effectively, thus they can control and minimize aberrations and in particular, chromatic aberration. Generally speaking, the better the aberrations are controlled the cleaner and brighter the image will appear.

Consequently most higher end optics now come equipped with extra low dispersion glass lenses. Camera’s with the glass tend to take pictures that are clearer and sharper with little or no color fringing and binoculars and telescopes transmit clearer and sharper images to your eyes.

What are the differences between the ED Series of Binoculars: CrystalView, NatureHawk, SkyView and the Probirder?

Our ED Binocular series are our highest quality binoculars, which are specially designed for the best bird watching experiences but at a price that birders can afford.

Our CrystalView and NatureHawk versions are designed with the following attributes:

ED Glass - Extra low dispersion glass (ED Glass) prevents or lessens chromatic aberration so the cleaner and brighter the image will appear.
Extra-Wide Field of View of 425 ft/1000 yards - So you can capture a wide are and find your bird even when they're in flight.
Close Focus - So you can clearly see a bird even as close as 2 meters.
Phase Correction - For greater clarity and higher resolution.
Waterproof and Fog proof - to be used in any weather and any time.
DuraTech Housing - To be more durable against bumps and falls.
Lifetime Guarantee - So you never have to purchase another pair of binoculars for your life long hobby.

For detailed specifications for the CrystalView and the NatureHawk please visit the product page for each of these binoculars.

Our SkyView and Probirder ED Binoculars are also designed with the similar advance features above, and they also have a slightly different optical structure for birders that look for lighter weight ED binoculars to take on their bird watching adventures.

For detailed specifications for the SkyView and Probirder, please visit the product page for each of these binoculars.

What are the differences between HD Series of Binoculars: NaturePro, WingCatcher and Wideviews?

NaturePro, WingCatcher and WideViews are specially designed for bird watchers to enhance the bird watching experience.

We've designed each with the following attributes:

Extra -Wide Field of View of 430 Ft/1000 Yds. - so you can follow birds as they fly across the sky.
Close Focus - So you can clearly see a bird even as close as 2 meters.
Phase Correction - For greater clarity and higher resolution.
Waterproof and Fog proof - to be used in any weather and any time.
DuraTech Housing - To be more durable against bumps and falls.
Lifetime Guarantee - So you never have to purchase another pair of binoculars for your life long hobby.

Because different bird watchers believe that style is extremely important we developed the NaturePro and WingCatcher in different colors to fit your specific style.

Therefore, though they both have the same special design, the main difference between the two is the style to fit our customer's preference.

The WideViews on the other hand, is also specially designed with the right eye diopter behind the focus wheel, which is different from the NaturePro and WingCatcher. Some customer prefer the convenience of adjusting the right eye diopter from the center.

8X32 HD Binocular Series

What is the difference between the 8X32 HD Binocular Series: Wingspotter and the GoHawk?

Bird Watching Beginners Binocular Series

Because different bird watchers believe that style is extremely important, we developed the WingSpotter and GoHawk in different colors to fit your specific style.

Therefore though they both have the same special design, the main difference between the two is the style to fit our customer's preference.

What is the difference between the Beginner Binocular Series: FieldView, NatureScout, RuggedEagle, NatureSport, TrailBreaker, and SpectatorPro?

The Binoculars for Beginners Series including the FieldView, NatureScout, RuggedEagle, NatureSport, TrailBreaker, and SpectatorPro are specially designed for bird watchers to enhance the bird watching experience.

We've designed each with the following attributes:

Wide Field of View of 362 Ft/1000 Yds - so you can follow birds as they fly across he sky.
Close Focus - So you can clearly see a bird even as close as 3 meters.
Waterproof and Fog proof - to be used in any weather and any time.
Fully Multi-coated - For less reflection resulting in clearer views.
DuraTech Housing - To be more durable against bumps and falls.
Lifetime Guarantee - So you never have to purchase another pair of binoculars for your life long hobby.

Because different bird watchers believe that style is extremely important we developed all of these binoculars to fit your specific style.

Therefore though they both have the same special optical structure, the main difference between these binoculars is the style and color to fit our customer's preference.

High Powered Monocular Series

What is the difference between Explorer and Titan 12X50 High Powered Monocular Series?

The Wingspan Optics Titan is an upgraded version of the Wingspan Optics Explorer.

We designed the Wingspan Optics Titan with a better optical structure than the Wingspan Optics Explorer for easier use. We have also added additional accessories to the Wingspan Optics Titan, like built in lens covers and loop for a strap.

What is the difference between the Wingspan Adventure 10X50 High Powered Monocular and the Wingspan Nature?

The Wingspan Adventure is an upgraded version of the Wingspan Nature.

We designed the Wingspan Adventure with a 'take anywhere' armor exterior, engineered to handle any weather conditions you find yourself in. It also has new and improved features like:

NEW ATTACHMENT RING for your neck strap, so your monocular is always within your reach, every second you need it.
ATTACHED LENS PROTECTION COVERS, so you will never lose your lens covers again.

What is the difference between the Explorer line and the Nature line of Monoculars?

The Wingspan Explorer and the Wingspan Nature are both designed with similar quality standards.

The differences are found in the magnification power and the Field of View (FOV).

For example, the first number you see: I.e.: 10X50 or 12X50 - Refers to the magnification. So, you can see 10X closer with a 10X50 monocular or 12X closer with a 12X50 monocular.

Now the difference in magnification also affects the field of view. For example, a lower magnification (10X50) will mean that you will be able to see a wider picture.

Below are the Field of View of both of our Wingspan monocular:

Wingspan Optics Explorer 10X50 FOV - 304ft/1000yds
Wingspan Optics Nature 12X50 FOV - 246ft/1000yds

Therefore, the Wingspan Nature is ideal for wider views for things such as bird watching. And the Wingspan is best if you are more interested in seeing smaller objects but at farther distances.