On this page we intend to give reviews of various items of equipment which is becoming essential for use in the aviation spotting and photography background. We believe that you cant beat a recommendation, if you would like to recommend any item of equipment please email us the details at info@plane-spotting-hotels.com and we will credit you on the site.

Binoculars

Advances and price reductions in image stabilising binoculars have made these affordable for many enthusiasts. The operation is simple, you focus in an the image, press a button the the image in the viewfinder becomes still with no shake, even if you are following a moving object. This makes it much easier to read off distant objects, as well as giving excellent views of over flights. In effect a pair of 10x50 image stabilised binoculars would probably give you better results than a standard pair of 20x50 as you get no shake and are able to easily focus on the object. As an example, from the visitors center at Heathrow most inbounds on the far runway, 27 left can be read off easily as they land.

The most popular makers of is binoculars are Canon and Nikon

We have also made links to standard binoculars on the left hand panel, these links offer a price comparison to the various well known retailers who deal on line to help you find the best prices.