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 ...

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 ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." You certainly know about binoculars and telescopes for magnifying faraway objects. But consider their ...

There is a definite air of gimmickry to this scope, but it's reasonably well-made and performed well in our tests. It may encourage younger users into the world of birdwatching and astronomy, and that ...

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 ...