Optics
ZEISS DTI 1/25, 3/25 G2, 4/35 and 6/40 thermal-imaging cameras
As thermal-imaging devices continue their advance on the birding optics market, Mike Alibone compares and contrasts four key models from...
05/03/2024
Optics
Optics Editor Mike Alibone leads a team of expert reviewers field testing the latest binoculars, telescopes and tripods.
Telescopes
Kowa TSN 88A Prominar Telescope
In line with other models in the range, Kowa's long-popular TSN 880 series is refashioned, upgraded and enhanced. Mike Alibone checks out...
23/01/2024
Binoculars
Opticron Discovery WA ED 8x32 Binocular
One of Opticron's longest-established binoculars has recently upped its game – and the difference is clear, says Mike Alibone.
26/09/2023
Telescopes
Kowa TSN-66 Prominar telescope
Kowa has transformed a significant slot in its popular TSN Prominar range in line with current demand for low weight and portability. Mike...
19/09/2023
Binoculars
Canon Powershot ZOOM
Canon's new monocular is designed to help people explore nature in a new and dynamic fashion. But how does it perform? Kit Day takes a...
22/08/2023
Binoculars
Hawke Vantage 8x32 binocular
Now one of the lightest binoculars in its class, Hawke's upgraded 32-mm Vantage is designed to deliver. Mike Alibone puts it to the test.
20/06/2023
Binoculars
Viking Azura 8x42 binocular
Mike Alibone takes a look at the newly upgraded budget binocular from Viking.
16/05/2023
Binoculars
ZEISS SFL 10x30 binocular
Hot on the heels of last year's launch of its new SFL binocular range, ZEISS has added two further models to the line. Mike Alibone...
21/03/2023
Telescopes
Viking Swallow 50 ED Compact Spotting Scope
Pushing the quality envelope, Viking Optical has significantly upgraded its smallest spotting scope. Mike Alibone takes a look at the new...
24/01/2023
Binoculars
Hawke Vantage 8x42 binocular
Launched earlier this year, Hawke's newly upgraded Vantage binocular packs a big punch at entry level, says Mike Alibone.
22/11/2022
Binoculars
Opticron Verano BGA VHD 10x50 binocular
Hot off the production line, Opticron's latest addition to its binocular range breaks the mould and is also big on performance, says Mike...
04/10/2022
Binoculars
Hawke Endurance ED 8x42 binocular
With rolling upgrades recently phased in across the whole range, is Hawke ahead of the curve in entry-level binoculars? Mike Alibone checks...
06/09/2022
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