liGo Blog - Binoculars
News, Reviews & Features
Dielectric Coatings in Binoculars - What Does it Mean?
Looking through a pair of binoculars can transport us to extraordinary worlds, unveiling hidden details and bringing distant objects into crystal-clear focus. Behind these remarkable optics lies an often-overlooked hero: dielectric...
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Who are GPO - German Precision Optics?
A quick-guide summary of who GPO are, and what products they provide. Whether you are new to the world of optics, or if you've only got general awareness of optics...
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Viking Vistron ED Binoculars Review
The Viking Vistron ED binoculars are a new set of binoculars from one of our favourite outdoor brands here at liGo. Offering excellent performance at a cost-effective price, they are so good...
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Urban Astronomy
Unless you happen to live up a mountain, it’s unlikely that your backgarden offers the ideal conditions for astronomy. Light pollution blocks out many otherwise visible stars from being seen...
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GPO Passion ED 8x42 Binoculars Review
The GPO Passion ED are a premium pair of mid-to-high end binoculars designed with serious enthusiasts looking for top quality on a tighter budget. GPO are a relative newcomer in the world of optics...
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Viking Kestrel ED Compact Binoculars Review
The Viking Kestrel ED Compact is a brand new set of compact binoculars from one of our favourite brands here at liGo. There are two different models: an 8x25 version, and a 10x25 one....
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Why are binoculars filled with nitrogen?
If you take a look at binoculars across all brands, you'll see that many of them come filled with nitrogen. But why? Well, worry not- read on, and we'll explain...
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Top 5 Best Binoculars For Stargazing
When it comes to stargazing, there are two options available which will provide you with the best results. You can either choose to go for a telescope or you can...
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Birdwatching Guide: September
With summer behind us, most migratory species will now have left our shores. While that means there are less birds out and about, it does give us birdwatchers the opportunity...
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Birdwatching Guide: August
Like July before it, August can sometimes get a bit of a bad rep for birdwatching. As one of the quieter months for garden birds, it may seem like our...
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