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Spotting scopes are a portable telescope that will enhance your enjoyment of the outdoors. These scopes will allow you to observe at distances far beyond what you could with binoculars. Common features include magnification from 20x-60x, a rugged, rubber armored body, variable zoom eyepiece or a range of eyepieces, and convenient mounting.

You may choose a straight-thru spotting scope (the eyepiece is on the same axis as the body), or an angled spotting scope (they eyepiece is about 45 degrees to the body of the scope). The straight thru spotting scopes are better when moving and angled spotting scopes are better when sharing the view with others of different heights.
Many spotting scopes have camera adaptation, which allows for an even richer experience with the ability to take pictures.

Check our selection of the best spotting scopes: ALPEN Spotting Scopes, BURRIS Spotting ScopesBUSHNELL Spotting ScopesLEUPOLD Spotting ScopesNIKON Spotting ScopesSIMMONS Spotting ScopesTASCO Spotting ScopesVORTEX Spotting ScopesYUKON Spotting ScopesZEISS Spotting Scopes,  and many more (see all Spotting Scope brands).

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Alpen 15-30x50 Waterproof Spotting Scope KIT
Alpen ALPEN 15-30x50 Spotting Scope KIT (730KIT)
Item #: ALP-730KIT - The 15-30x50 spotting scope KIT is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. This model features powerful lenses, and comes with padded field carrying case, car window mount, table top tripod and premium aluminum hard side carrying case with foam.

The 15-30x50 spotting scope KIT (730KIT) is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. It features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case.

The kit package provides a durable and safe way to protect your spotting scope and accessories.

The aluminum case has internal molded foam protection. Car window mount and table top tripod along with an added nylon field carrying case make this model the best choice for you. ALPEN’s lifetime warranty is included.


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Alpen 15-30x50 Waterproof Spotting Scope
Alpen ALPEN 15-30x50 Waterproof Spotting Scope (730)
Item #: ALP-730 - The 15-30x50 spotting scope is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. It features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case.

The 15-30x50 spotting scope is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. It features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case.

This model comes with a portable 12" swivel-head tripod. ALPEN's lifetime warranty is included.


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Alpen 15-45x60 Waterproof Spotting Scope w/45deg. Eyepiece
Alpen ALPEN 15-45x60 Angled Waterproof Spotting Scope (728)
Item #: ALP-728 - The 15-45x60 spotting scope is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. It features powerful lenses and comes with a durable, padded field carrying case and 12" tripod.

Alpen is proud to be the winner of Great Buy Award in 2003, 2004, and 2005 as seen in Outdoor Life Magazine's gear test.

The 15-45x60 spotting scope (728) is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. It features Angled Eyepiece, powerful lenses and comes with a durable, padded field carrying case and 12" tripod.

The package includes ALPEN's lifetime warranty.


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Alpen 15-45x60 Waterproof Spotting Scope
Alpen ALPEN 15-45x60 Spotting Scope (725)
Item #: ALP-725 - The 15-45x60 spotting scope features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case. The package includes a portable 12" swivel-head tripod.

Alpen is proud to be the winner of Great Buy Award in 2003, 2004, and 2005 as seen in Outdoor Life Magazine's gear test.

The 15-45x60 spotting scope (725) is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. It features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case. The package also includes a portable 12" swivel-head tripod.

This model is also available as a kit set (AL725KIT), which includes the following additional accessories: an aluminum travel case and a car window mount.


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Alpen 15-45x60 Waterproof Spotting Scope KIT
Alpen ALPEN 15-45x60 Waterproof Spotting Scope KIT (725KIT)
Item #: ALP-725KIT - The 15-56x60 spotting scope is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. The Aluminum Case has internal molded foam protection. In addition the package includes a car window mount and convenient table top tripod along with an added nylon field carrying case.

Alpen is proud to be the winner of Great Buy Award in 2003, 2004, and 2005 as seen in Outdoor Life Magazine's gear test.

The 15-45x60 spotting scope (725KIT) is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. The aluminum case has internal molded foam protection. The package also includes a car window mount and convenient table top tripod along with an added nylon field carrying case.


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Alpen 18-36x60 Waterproof Spotting Scope
Alpen ALPEN 18-36x60 Spotting Scope (735)
Item #: ALP-735 - The 18-36x60 spotting scope features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case.

Alpen is proud to be the winner of Great Buy Award in 2003, 2004, and 2005 as seen in Outdoor Life Magazine's gear test.

The 18-36x60 spotting scope (735) is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. It features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case. It also comes with a portable 12" swivel-head tripod.


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Alpen 18-36x60 Waterproof Spotting Scope KIT
Alpen ALPEN 18-36x60 Waterproof Spotting Scopes KIT (735KIT)
Item #: ALP-735KIT - The 18-36x60 spotting scope is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant.

The 18-36x60 spotting scope KIT (735KIT) is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. It features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case. It also comes with a portable 12" swivel-head tripod.

The kit package provides a durable and safe way to protect your scopes and accessories. The aluminum case has internal molded foam protection. Car window mount and table top tripod along with an added nylon field carrying case make this model the best choice for you. ALPEN’s lifetime warranty is included.


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Alpen 20-60x60 with 45 Degree EP Spotting Scope Picture1
Alpen ALPEN 20-60x60 Spotting Scope w/45 Degree EP (745KIT)
Item #: ALP-745KIT - The 20-60x60 spotting scope with 45 degree EP is nitrogen filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. Its top quality optics perform flawlessly under all weather conditions.

Spotting scope users demand top quality optics that perform flawlessly under all weather conditions. The 20-60x60 spotting scope (745KIT) is nitrogen filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant.

This model features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case.


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Alpen 20-60x60 with 45 Degree EP Spotting Scope Picture1
Alpen ALPEN 20-60x60 Spotting Scope w/45 Degree EP (745)
Item #: ALP-745 - The 20-60x60 spotting scope features a 45 degree eye piece and is fully waterproof and fogproof. The zoom magnification provides a great combination of convenience and optical performance.

Spotting scope users demand top quality optics that perform flawlessly under all weather conditions. The 20-60x60 spotting scope (745) features a 45 degree eye piece and is fully waterproof and fogproof. The zoom magnification provides a great combination of convenience and optical performance.

This spotting scope has 20-60x magnification which provides panoramic viewing at low power and close up viewing of distant objects at high power and weighs 39 ounces. The retractable sun shade helps reduce glare and the BAK4 multi-coated optics deliver a bright crisp image and the rubber armoring provides shock resistance.

This model is great for back country use, bench rest, or just viewing in your back yard. It comes with small table top tripod and durable carrying case.


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Alpen ALPEN 20-60x60 Waterproof Spotting Scope (742)
Item #: ALP-742 - The 20-60x60 waterproof spotting scope provides panoramic viewing at low power and close up viewing of distant objects at high power and weighs 37 ounces.

The 20-60x60 spotting scope (742) features a straight eye piece and is fully waterproof and fogproof. The zoom magnification provides a great combination of convenience and optical performance.

This waterproof spotting scope has 20-60x magnification which provides panoramic viewing at low power and close up viewing of distant objects at high power and weighs 37 ounces. The retractable sun shade helps reduce glare and the BAK4 multi-coated optics deliver a bright crisp image and the rubber armoring provides shock resistance. This model ia great for back country use, bench rest, or just viewing in your back yard.

The model comes with small table top tripod and durable carrying case and is backed by Alpen's lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.


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Alpen ALPEN 20-60x60 Waterproof Spotting Scope (742KIT)
Item #: ALP-742KIT - The 20-60x60 waterproof spotting scope is nitrogen filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant.

The 20-60x60 spotting scope (742KIT) features a straight eye piece and is fully waterproof and fogproof. The zoom magnification provides a great combination of convenience and optical performance.

This waterproof spotting scope has 20-60x magnification which provides panoramic viewing at low power and close up viewing of distant objects at high power and weighs 37 ounces. The retractable sun shade helps reduce glare and the BAK4 multi-coated optics deliver a bright crisp image and the rubber armoring provides shock resistance. This model is great for back country use, bench rest, or just viewing in your back yard.

The model comes with micro-adjustable tripod and aluminum travel case and is backed by Alpen's lifetime warranty against defects in materials and workmanship.


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Alpen 20-60x80 Waterproof Spotting Scope w/45deg. Eyepiece KIT
Alpen ALPEN 20-60x80 Angled Spotting Scope KIT (788KIT)
Item #: ALP-788KIT - The 20-60x80 spotting scope KIT is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. It features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case.

The 20-60x80 spotting scope KIT (788KIT) is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. It features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case.

The kit package provides a durable and safe way to protect your scopes and accessories. The aluminum case has internal molded foam protection. Car window mount and table top tripod along with an added nylon field carrying case make this model the best choice for you. ALPEN’s lifetime warranty is included.


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Alpen 20-60x80 Waterproof Spotting Scope w/45deg. Eyepiece
Alpen ALPEN 20-60x80 Angled Spotting Scope (788)
Item #: ALP-788 - The 20-60x80 spotting scope features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case. It is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant.

Alpen is proud to be the winner of Great Buy Award in 2003, 2004, and 2005 as seen in Outdoor Life Magazine's gear test.

The 20-60x80 spotting scope (788) is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant.It features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case.


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Alpen 20x50 Waterproof Mini Spotting Scope with Tripod
Alpen ALPEN 20x50 Mini Spotting Scope (711)
Item #: ALP-711 - The 20x50 spotting scope has quality optics that perform impeccably under both favorable and unfavorable weather conditions. This model is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant. The package includes sunshade, carrying case and tripod.

The 20x50 mini spotting scope (711) has quality optics that perform impeccably under both favorable and unfavorable weather conditions. The scope is nitrogen-filled, waterproof, dustproof, and shock-resistant.

This model features powerful lenses, and comes standard with a durable, padded field carrying case. It also comes with a portable 12" swivel-head tripod.

The spotting scope features Alpen's lifetime warranty.


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Barska Blackhawk 20-60x60 Spotting Scope Picture1
Barska BARSKA Blackhawk 20-60x60 Spotting Scope (AD10350)
Item #: BAR-AD10350 - Efficient, durable, and easily portable, the Barska Blackhawk 20-60x60 Spotting Scope is the perfect tool to take along on any outdoor adventure.
Efficient, durable, and easily portable, the BARSKA Blackhawk 20-60x60 Spotting Scope (AD10350) is the perfect tool to take along on any outdoor adventure.

This Porro prism design spotting scope's 60mm objective lens allows for optimum light transmission, even in low-light conditions. The lens are also multi-coated for clear, bright, high-contrast images. The 20-60x60 Spotting Scope is ergonomically designed for maximum comfort.

Additionally, this model is completely waterproof and fogproof, and features shockproof durable rubber armor. Variable focus allows for customized viewing, and an included sunshade reduces glare. Tripod included.

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Barska Blackhawk 20-60x60 Spotting Scope, Camo Picture1
Barska BARSKA Blackhawk 20-60x60 Spotting Scope, Camo (AD10976)
Item #: BAR-AD10976 - With ergonomic, shock-absorbing armor and water- and fog-proof technology, Barska Blackhawk 20-60x60 Spotting Scope, Camo will stand strong in rugged, all-weather conditions.
The BARSKA Blackhawk 20-60x60 Spotting Scope, Camo (AD10976) is a powerful spotting scope with an inconspicuous mossy oak color. With ergonomic, shock-absorbing armor and water- and fog-proof technology, this spotter will stand strong in rugged, all-weather conditions.

The Camo Spotting Scope is equipped with fully multi-coated optics to maximize light transmission. With a large 60mm objective lens and 20x-60x variable zoom magnification, this scope is specially designed to provide high-contrast, clear images in low-light conditions. A glare-reducing sunshade and sight tube provide for quick targeting, and its portable design makes this scope a necessity for outdoor travel.

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Brunton Echo 12-36x50 Spotting Scope
Brunton BRUNTON Echo 12-36x50 Spotting Scope (F-ECHO123650)
Item #: BRU-F-ECHO123650 - This versitile Brunton Echo 12-36x50 Spotting Scope brings the sporty Echo line an easy-to-pack spotter with great performance features. With 12x through 36x power magnification, this 50 mm scope offers something extra when viewing over distance.
This versitile BRUNTON Echo 12-36x50 Spotting Scope (F-ECHO123650) brings the sporty Echo line an easy-to-pack spotter with great performance features.

With 12x through 36x power magnification, this 50 mm scope offers something extra when viewing over distance. Get a wide crystal clear picture thanks to BAK-4 glass and a whopping 203-foot field of view. And at 21 oz, this 12-36x50 Spotting Scope won't break your back, or the bank.

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Brunton Eterna 18-38x50 ED Compact Spotting Scope
Brunton BRUNTON Eterna 18-38x50 ED Compact Spotting Scope (F-9050ED-S)
Item #: BRU-F-9050ED-S - With a 50 mm objective lens, Brunton Eterna 18-38x50 Compact Spotting Scope offers excellent viewing in a discreet package that?s unbelievably easy to handle.
One of the most compact designs ever introduced, a new BRUNTON Eterna 18-38x50 ED Compact Spotting Scope (F-9050ED-S) is certainly a head-turner. With a 50 mm objective lens, it offers excellent viewing in a discreet package that's unbelievably easy to handle.

With the included eye piece, you get a unique range - from 18x to 38x - giving you options you wouldn't expect from something so small and manageable. Like the Full Size Eterna scopes, the Compact Spotting Scope uses ED glass and is fully-multi coated, waterproof and nitrogen filled. It's another revolutionary optic that's sure to become tradition.

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Brunton Eterna 20-60x80 ED Full Size Spotting Scope, Angled Picture1
Brunton BRUNTON Eterna 20-60x80 ED Full Size Spotting Scope, Angled (9080EDW-A)
Item #: BRU-9080EDW-A - The inclusion of ED glass makes this Brunton Eterna 20-60x80 ED Full Size Spotting Scope, Angled especially desirable for birders, outdoor enthusiasts, hunters and professionals alike.
Premiere long distance optic, the BRUNTON Eterna 20-60x80 ED Full Size Spotting Scope, Angled (9080EDW-A) impressed critics from the get-go. The inclusion of ED (extra-low dispersion fluorite) glass makes this scope especially desirable for birders, outdoor enthusiasts, hunters and professionals alike.

Constructed for optimum performance and extended durability, this waterproof Eterna Spotting Scope offers a variety of extra features to make spotting a more enjoyable experience. Included eyepiece offers eyeglass wearers the luxury of multi-step, long eye relief at 20 to 60 power.

When mounted on a tripod, the Eterna can be rotated without adjusting the tripod head. A multi-step, locking ring allows the scope to be turned independent of the tripod for comfortable viewing angles. The sight-alignment tube makes locating your subject a quicker process, and our glare reducing sunshade eliminates reflections on the objective lens.

Sometimes the little things make all the difference. In this instance, Full Size Scope's interactive neoprene case fills the ticket. It's repeatedly requested by scope owners everywhere. Designed to protect the scope while in use, this flexible slip-on cover offers a sleek alternative to the typical, traditional case.

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Brunton Eterna 20-60x80 ED Full Size Spotting Scope, Straight Picture1
Brunton BRUNTON Eterna 20-60x80 ED Full Size Spotting Scope, Straight (9080EDW-S)
Item #: BRU-9080EDW-S - Constructed for optimum performance and extended durability, this waterproof Brunton Eterna 20-60x80 ED Full Size Spotting Scope, Straight offers a variety of extra features to make spotting a more enjoyable experience.
Premiere long distance optic, the BRUNTON Eterna 20-60x80 ED Full Size Spotting Scope, Straight (9080EDW-S) impressed critics from the get-go. The inclusion of ED (extra-low dispersion fluorite) glass makes this scope especially desirable for birders, outdoor enthusiasts, hunters and professionals alike.

Constructed for optimum performance and extended durability, this waterproof Eterna Spotting Scope offers a variety of extra features to make spotting a more enjoyable experience. Included eyepiece offers eyeglass wearers the luxury of multi-step, long eye relief at 20 to 60 power.

When mounted on a tripod, the Eterna can be rotated without adjusting the tripod head. A multi-step, locking ring allows the scope to be turned independent of the tripod for comfortable viewing angles. The sight-alignment tube makes locating your subject a quicker process, and our glare reducing sunshade eliminates reflections on the objective lens.

Sometimes the little things make all the difference. In this instance, Full Size Scope's interactive neoprene case fills the ticket. It's repeatedly requested by scope owners everywhere. Designed to protect the scope while in use, this flexible slip-on cover offers a sleek alternative to the typical, traditional case.

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SPOTTING SCOPES

A Spotting Scope is a portable telescope, optimized for the observation of terrestrial objects. The magnification of a spotting scope is typically on the order of 20X to 60X. Other common features include:
  • somewhat "rugged" or rubber-armoured design
  • convenient mounting for attaching to a tripod
  • ergonomically designed and located knob for focus control
  • tethered elastomeric lens cap
  • a range of eyepieces to give different magnifications, or a variable "zoom" eyepiece to give a range of magnifications (e.g. 20-60X)

The light gathering power of a spotting scope is determined by the width of the objective lens, typically between 55 and 80 mm. All else being equal, the larger the objective, the more heavy and expensive the telescope.

There are three types of spotting scope: "straight-through" spotting scopes (the eyepiece is one the same axis as the body of the spotting scope), "angled" spotting scopes (the eyepiece is at an angle of about 45 degrees to the body of the spotting scope), and, rarely, a more complex, shoulder-mounted design. Straight-through spotting scope are easier to use from, say, inside a car, while angled spotting scopes are more comfortable for tall people and more easily shared by people of different heights.

The choice of the eyepiece lens determines the overall magnification. The best magnification is decided by a number of factors. Magnifications of less than 20X are unusual, as (much cheaper and lighter) binoculars or monoculars can provide this. Magnifications of more than 80X lead to poorer brightness and, even on a tripod, shake can be a problem. The field of view is also limited.

Usually for birdwatching, 20X or 40X spotting scopes are favoured. This gives a good field of view and a bright image. Amongst aircraft spotters the term "pole" is used as a shorthand expression meaning telescope. The related verb "to pole-off" therefore means reading some identication marks of an aeroplane by using a telescope. Other users might employ the same slang term.

Spotting scope manufacturers fall into several groups. At the top end of the market, it is generally accepted that three manufacturers compete strongly for the ultimate in quality: Swarovski are the most expensive of all, closely followed by Leica, and Zeiss. Several manufacturers produce spotting scopes that are generally thought to be of almost equal quality to the top three, but at about half the price, among them Alpen, Nikon and Yukon.

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