Most spotting scopes pick up where binoculars leave off and tend to fall somewhere in the 12 to 80 power-magnification range. They also almost always are “zooms,” meaning they offer a range of ...

Spotting scopes for birding are often overshadowed by binoculars—the usual choice of optics by birdwatchers everywhere. But what many don’t know is the role spotting scopes play in birding. Sure, ...

This 22x stabilized binocular from Kite is built for birders who want more reach ...

Whether you’re bird watching, navigating, or tracking, a quality set of binoculars or a spotting scope are essential. But they can also be very expensive, which, when you also consider all the jargon ...

"Hearst Magazines and Yahoo may earn commission or revenue on some items through these links." You certainly know about binoculars and telescopes for magnifying faraway objects. But consider their ...