I’ve reviewed numerous binoculars on Amazon in the past and the SEEKONE 10×42 Compact HD Binoculars from are probably the best binoculars I have reviewed under $75.
First, you get the binoculars, strap, a bag and a smartphone adapter. That’s a plus!
Second, these binoculars don’t plastic at all. They feel a bit durable, granted I have not dropped them in concrete from four feet, but they feel durable. I like how they come with eye cups, the larger lens side goes around, so it can dangle thanks to it’s strap outside the lends, while the smaller side is one big cover, so you don’t lose it as easily.
Third, I love how these binoculars fold and they have a 10x high power magnification and ultra-wide field of view up to 1,000 yards (330 ft.) and has a 42mm wide-angle objective lens and 18mm film eyepiece.
Four, the binoculars feature premium BAK4 prism ad fully multi-coated lenses and ED glass to minimize chromatic aberrations.
The center focus wheel is easy to use and focus within seconds.
The binoculars are also water-proof and fog-proof.
As for the smartphone adapter, well…it works but it’s not perfect. A welcomed addition but the hassle it was to use, I probably will not use it. Granted, probably works better with smaller smartphones.
I will say if your main motivation is buying this to take photos from your binoculars, I wouldn’t purchase these binoculars for that reason. Great if you need binoculars for up to a 1,000 yards but not for the smartphone adapter. It’s frustrating to use and it’s not perfect, nor is it simple but it will work in covering stationary objects not in movement.
But overall, these binoculars are the best ones I have reviewed under $75 so far and they are a little under $60.
So, if you are looking for good binoculars and have a budget under $75, you can’t go wrong with the SEEKONE 10×42 Compact HD Binoculars. Recommended!
But don’t buy it solely to take photos with your smartphone!
