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
Optics
Optics Editor Mike Alibone leads a team of expert reviewers field testing the latest binoculars, telescopes and tripods.
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
Telescopes
Vortex Razor HD 85 mm telescope
With its attractive price point and high-quality optics, the updated Razor is a sure contender. Mike Alibone brings Vortex’s advanced...
28/07/2018
Telescopes
Zeiss Victory Harpia 85 mm telescope
Could the revolutionary Harpia from Zeiss set a new reference standard for telescopes? Mike Alibone casts a critical eye over the company’s...
09/05/2018
Binoculars
Swarovski CL Companion 8x30 B
The new-look Companion combines Swarovski’s optics excellence with an attractive price, says Dominic Mitchell.
29/04/2018
Binoculars
Viking Peregrine 8x42 binocular
Viking has introduced a new range of six binoculars to its line-up of birding optics, of which the Peregrine is set to be the frontrunner....
24/04/2018
Telescopes
Vanguard Endeavor HD 82A telescope
Vanguard’s redesigned front-runner telescope has all the looks, but how does it measure up in the field? Mike Alibone puts the model...
26/03/2018
Tripods
Vanguard VEO 2 235AP tripod
Could this compact and lightweight tripod from Vanguard solve the perennial problem of whether to take a scope and tripod on a birding...
17/03/2018
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