Our binocular review takes a hard look at a number of waterproof binoculars specifically suited to the rigors of the marine environment. A marine binocular is an expensive but essential piece of marine safety gear. Boatmen on all vessels should keep a pair close at hand whenever they are on

These Nikon StabilEyes feature 16x magnification, the highest of any image stabilized binocular we’ve tested. Objective lenses are 32mm. The main body is covered with black plastic armor that is textured on the bottom and indexed for fingers on top.   The back panel on the main body holds controls

The Fujinon Techno Stabi binoculars in this test are 3rd generation and feature a magnification factor of 14x coupled with 40mm objective lenses. Black rubber armor coating in combination with a polycarbonate case offers a high degree of impact protection for the lenses and electronics. The rear case panel holds

The Bushnell Stableview, an economical marine-grade image stabilized binocular, tested here features a magnification factor of 10x coupled with 35 mm objective lenses. The objective lenses and all the gadgetry needed to operate the stabilization are contained in a box shaped case that tapers toward the front. The rear panel