Binoculars under $250

3 binoculars under $250 from Nikon, Bushnell and Nocs Provisions. Prices run $152 to $158.

Nikon

10x, Under 32 mm

+Compact design for easy carrying

+Waterproof and fogproof for wet or humid conditions

+10x power for a close, detailed view

−Under 32 mm lens gathers less light than larger models

$156.95

as of 11/04/2026 00:25 PST - Details

Nikon

8x or less, Under 32 mm

+8x magnification for a steady, close-up view

+30 mm objective lens for a compact optical design

+Prostaff P3 model from the Nikon line

−Under 32 mm lens gathers less light than larger models

$158.49

as of 11/04/2026 00:25 PST - Details

Under 32 mm

+Folding design for easier carrying

+Compact size for portable use

+Suited to bird watching

−18 mm objective lens gathers less light than larger lenses

$151.55

as of 11/04/2026 09:35 PST - Details

Compare specs

Magnification	Lens size	Spec score	Price
10x	Under 32 mm	n/a	$156.95 as of 11/04/2026 00:25 PST - Details
8x or less	Under 32 mm	n/a	$158.49 as of 11/04/2026 00:25 PST - Details
	Under 32 mm	n/a	$151.55 as of 11/04/2026 09:35 PST - Details

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