Articles by: Russ Swan

Russ Swan is a UK-based freelance science writer and author with a love of all things related to space and aviation. He built his own 100mm refractor telescope from some bits found in a military surplus store, and once had lunch with Neil Armstrong. His popular science book The Physics Behind… explains not just how the universe works, but why. He tweets (occasionally)!

Articles by: Russ Swan

Best compact binoculars: Image shows woman holding binoculars looking out to sea

Best compact binoculars: Lightweight, travel-friendly models

By Russ Swan last updated 10 November 22

Buying Guide Pocket the best compact binoculars for portability, everyday travel, hiking, bird watching, astronomy and more.

One of the best rangefinder binoculars Bushnell fusion x rangefinder binoculars

Best rangefinder binoculars in 2023

By Russ Swan published 20 October 22

Buying Guide The best rangefinder binoculars provide excellent optical quality and easy-to-use measuring controls but which is best?

One of the best night vision binoculars in front of birds on a tree branch, silhouetted by a full moon in the background

Best Night Vision Binoculars 2023: Spot subjects in the dark

By Russ Swan last updated 27 January 23

Buying Guide All the best night vision binoculars, monoculars, and goggles for seeing in the dark at night are especially helpful during the longer winter nights.

The Celestron Powerseeker 127EQ set up outside

Celestron Powerseeker 127 EQ review

By Russ Swan last updated 14 September 22

Review The flagship of Celestron's entry-level telescope range, the Celestron Powerseeker 127EQ's five-inch aperture and equatorial mount make it tempting to beginner astronomers.

Opticron Adventurer T WP 8x42 review

By Russ Swan published 1 November 21

Opticron's Adventurer T WP 8x42 binoculars have great light-gathering power in a lightweight package, but lack either a bargain price or premium feel

Opticron Adventurer II WP 10x50 binoculars review

By Russ Swan last updated 7 November 22

Review These Opticron Adventurer II WP 10x50 binoculars have large objectives lenses, 10x magnification, and high quality optics to provide excellent views of the heavens

How binoculars work

By Russ Swan last updated 23 September 21

A few minutes getting to know how your binoculars work is time well spent, if you're planning on using them in your stargazing sessions.

How to Hold Binoculars Steady: Keep skywatching for longer

By Russ Swan published 16 September 21

Check our top tips for keeping your binoculars steady, eliminating the shakes and gaining a clear view of the heavens

How to clean binoculars properly without damaging the lenses

By Russ Swan last updated 23 September 21

Here's our guide on how to clean binoculars properly, so you're well-prepared for the next stargazing event.

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