It's amazing what you'll find when you slow down and take a good look into the distance. Compact binoculars slip into pockets and bags so you're always ready when something catches your eye – whether you're counting deer in a distant herd, identifying that circling raptor overhead, or working out who's playing the Pyramid Stage at Glasto. The trouble with most binoculars is that you usually don't have them when you need them, because even small ones don't pack down easily. This collection changes that with genuinely pocketable optics featuring dual hinge systems, high-quality glass prisms, and weatherproof construction. From ultralight monoculars weighing just 46g to fully waterproof nitrogen-filled binoculars with twist-up eyecups, each offers impressive magnification and field of view in a package you'll actually carry. Quick-focus mechanisms, rubberised grips, and rain-proof designs mean they're ready for whatever you spot – birds, boats, distant peaks, or that interesting aeroplane overhead.
