No, you can't see detail on
Mars when using a
binocular, but that is no reason not to take a look at the red planet. With a good binocular, Mars will reveal itself as a tiny reddish or orange disc, shining with a steady glow - my
Nikon 10x70 binocular resolves Mars perfectly and the color is stunning. Right now, Mars is high overhead, just after sunset and very easy to find in the constellation Taurus. It is easily the brightest object in the evening sky, other than the moon. If Mars isn't enough to whet your appetite, get up early and check out Venus and Jupiter in the dawn skies. By February 1, these two will be close enough to see in the field of view of any
binocular. Two for one. Wow!