[header] How to select a monocular [title] Decide how much magnification power you need. [step] The magnification power of the monocular will affect how far and how detailed you can see something. Monoculars with higher magnification power will let you see further and in more detail. 
Most monoculars have a magnification power of 5x to 8x. [substeps] Though higher magnification can seem like a better option, it will be harder to use the instrument at higher magnifications, as small movements make the image jump more at higher magnifications.