Telescopes
Swarovski ATC 17-40x56 travelscope
With the launch next month of its new ATC spotting scope, Swarovski Optik effectively demonstrates it is now possible to fit a quart into a...
02/09/2022
Optics
Optics Editor Mike Alibone leads a team of expert reviewers field testing the latest binoculars, telescopes and tripods.
Binoculars
Viking Osprey ED 8x42 binocular
Knocking the popular Peregrine model off its perch, the new Osprey takes pride of place at the top of Viking's binocular range. Mike...
23/08/2022
Binoculars
ZEISS Victory SFL 8x40 binocular
The launch of two new ZEISS binoculars sets modern optics in a traditional format. Mike Alibone sheds light on the new models.
26/05/2022
Binoculars
Nikon Monarch M7 10x30 and 8x42 binoculars
Nikon recently launched a new set of Monarch binoculars, but which one takes the crown? Mike Alibone delves into the detail to find out.
26/04/2022
Telescopes
Swarovski 115 mm ATX/STX/BTX objective module
Said to be the biggest of its kind for birding and wildlife watching, Swarovski Optik has added a new objective component to its modular...
11/03/2022
Optics
Kowa TSN-99A Prominar telescope
A new, advanced addition to the highly respected Kowa TSN range sees the first significant design change for 15 years. But is it a winner?...
20/02/2022
Binoculars
Celestron Regal ED Flat Field 8x42 binocular
Lifting the bonnet on the recently launched Regal binoculars, Mike Alibone delivers the verdict on the new king of Celestron's birding...
08/01/2022
Binoculars
Bushnell Engage EDX 8x42 binocular
Mike Alibone describes this new release as 'Bushnell's best birding binocular to date'.
14/11/2021
Binoculars
Zeiss Victory SF 10x32 binocular
Small, light, super-bright and with an enviable field of view, the latest additions to the Zeiss binocular range are on course to be a hit...
26/08/2021
Optics
Vanguard Vesta 8320M monocular
More than a simple monocular, Vanguard's Vesta 8320M provides a complete smartphone digiscoping kit. Mike Alibone weighs up the pros and...
22/06/2021
Binoculars
Kite APC Stabilized 12x42 binocular
Holding steady, Kite is on course to set new standards in image stabilisation with its latest addition to the range, says Mike Alibone.
06/02/2021
Binoculars
Celestron Trailseeker ED 8x32 binocular
Compact and light, Celestron's latest star looks set to shine bright among the smaller binoculars at the entry-level end of the optics...
26/12/2020
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