Spotting scopes are long-range, high-powered telescopes built for day use, allowing you to see far-away objects in great detail. As an integral tool in many outdoor pursuits, understanding the best ...

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While it may be a specialist tool compared to a regular pair of binoculars, the spotting scope has much to recommend it for those who want to bring faraway subjects – including even the moon – that ...

GUEST OPINION: Whether you're captivated by the intricate patterns of a distant bird or the luminous glow of a nebula, selecting the right optical instrument is crucial. For enthusiasts keen on both ...

If you want to look at fine detail, way off in the distance — whether it’s a rifle target or the plumage of a bird — nothing beats a good spotting scope. Compared to similar-sized binoculars, they ...

There’s good reason that such names as Bausch & Lomb, Zeiss, Nikon, Bushnell, Tasco and others are household words. There are few households composed of outdoors people that don’t also have varied ...

An excellent all-rounder for those new to spotting scopes. It's rugged in design and provides good, if not perfect, views for birding. Why you can trust Live Science Our expert reviewers spend hours ...