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
Optics Editor Mike Alibone leads a team of expert reviewers field testing the latest binoculars, telescopes and tripods.
How deeply does the new Viper HD bite? Mike Alibone trials the latest binocular offering from Vortex.
25/11/2018
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
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
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
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
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
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
The new-look Companion combines Swarovski’s optics excellence with an attractive price, says Dominic Mitchell.
29/04/2018
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
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
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
Manfrotto’s Befree range has been designed for maximum portability. Mike Alibone tests two of them alongside one of the manufacturer’s more...
12/03/2018