Binoculars
Viking Kestrel 8x42 ED binocular
Recently out of the nest, is Viking's Kestrel range set to hover above its rivals? Mike Alibone tested the 8x42 version in the field.
21/07/2019
Optics
Optics Editor Mike Alibone leads a team of expert reviewers field testing the latest binoculars, telescopes and tripods.
Binoculars
Olympus 8x42 PRO binocular
Olympus has launched two new binocular models designed to meet the 'high demands' of nature observation. Mike Alibone checked out the 8x42.
08/06/2019
Binoculars
Celestron Trailseeker ED 8x42 binocular
Set to blaze a trail this spring, Celestron launches a new flagship binocular to compete in the economy sector. Mike Alibone takes a closer...
21/04/2019
Telescopes
Opticron MM3 60 GA travelscope
Is bigger necessarily better? Mike Alibone takes a look at Opticron's upscaled MM3 to discover more.
16/03/2019
Optics
Viking Scout IS 12x30 binocular
Are Viking's new image stabilisation binoculars in for a bumpy ride? Mike Alibone weighs up the brand's latest addition to its range.
03/03/2019
Optics
Benro Wild 2 Carbon Fibre Birding Kit
The latest tripod kits to be added to the Benro range have been created for birders. Mike Alibone puts the top model through its paces.
23/01/2019
Telescopes
Kite SP65 telescope
Is there a trend towards downsizing in the telescope market? Mike Alibone takes Kite's recently launched small scope out for a test run.
23/12/2018
Binoculars
Vortex Viper HD 8x42 binocular
How deeply does the new Viper HD bite? Mike Alibone trials the latest binocular offering from Vortex.
25/11/2018
Telescopes
Swarovski BTX binocular spotting scope
Are two eyes better than one? Taking viewing comfort to the next level, Swarovski's innovative new binocular spotting scope appears to...
07/10/2018
Binoculars
Meopta MeoStar B1 8x32 binocular
Small, light and appealing, Meopta's mid-range B1 binocular is pitched to compete with its high-end counterparts. Mike Alibone investigates.
18/09/2018
Binoculars
Nikon Monarch HG 8x42 binocular
Should the updated Monarch binocular line be crowned top of Nikon's mid-range offerings? Mike Alibone takes the HG 8x42 into the field to...
08/09/2018
Binoculars
Hawke Frontier ED X 8x42 binocular
Hawke's next generation Frontier sets a new level in low cost, quality optics, says Mike Alibone, after testing one of the latest additions...
17/08/2018
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