A lot of good info so far - but the one point I'd stress, is to avoid compact/ small lens binos for African hunting. The 22 / 30 or anything under 40 mm lens (even an expensive bino) just doesn't cut it, in low light situations. Most plains game hunts, a few ounces won't make or break your day. The best glass you can afford in a 10 X 40/42/44 will make your hunt very enjoyable.