https://www.sciplus.com/s?sStr=binoculars&x=-488&y=-399

You'll want lower numbers for viewing across the room.
The opera glasses type would likely serve that need quite well.

https://www.sciplus.com/p/3X-FOLDING-CARDBOARD-BINOCULARS_50036
Cheap enough to keep pairs all around the house.

something like that.

Here's an example. Again, not sure what power you need for closer magnification.


https://www.dickssportinggoods.com/p/barska-blackhawk-10x25-monocular/16brku10x25wpblckopt?camp=CSE SG_pg29610_ecom_PLA_452&gclid=CjwKEAjwlpbIBRCx4eT8l9W26igSJAAuQ_HGNHbaUUFD-digpC-tkqiIO-Ci2-SoCvfue_IMNqlpcRoCXq7w_wcB

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Mistake #1 – Choosing the Cheapest Binoculars

Mistake #2 – Too Powerful Magnification - [FONT style="BACKGROUND-COLOR: yellow"]For almost all uses, 8x or 10x is the ideal choice[/FONT]

Mistake #4 – Binoculars with a Digital Camera

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I bought lightweight binoculars for backpacking. They have a nice selection online.

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Magnification:

Consider this general rule about optics: low magnification provides a wide field of view and is easy to hold steady. So although a magnification of 10, 12 or higher is available, 6, 7, and 8-power binoculars are easier to use and in many cases more practical. For a better understanding of this, please watch the video below, Understanding Optics: Magnification:

Aperture:

In regard to the objective (front) lens size: the bigger the lens, the heavier the binocular. While a large lens may provide a brighter image (all other things being equal), the compromise is increased size and weight. On the other hand, a compact binocular fits in your pocket quite nicely, but because of its small objective lens size, it will not be as bright, especially in low light conditions such as dawn, dusk, or in the woods. Our video, Understanding Binoculars: Aperture, will help illustrate this:

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I took another look at my old clunky ones with new eyes, haha, and they are BUSHNELL and 7x35 and tried them again from the prone position in bed, and seem to pop the Guide letters, but with some severe contortions.

Possibly they have practical info.