Spotting Scopes

Angled or straight?

Angled scopes are comfortable for looking up at birds, easy to share with people of different heights, and work on a shorter tripod. Straight scopes are quicker for finding and following subjects, and suit hides and car window mounts.

What do the numbers mean?

In 20-60x80, the first numbers are the zoom magnification range and the last is the objective lens diameter in millimetres. A larger objective gives a brighter, more detailed view, especially in low light, but adds size and weight. ED or HD glass reduces colour fringing for sharper, higher-contrast views.

Spotting scopes give you much more magnification than binoculars, but are lighter and more portable than a telescope. They show an upright, correctly oriented image, so they are ideal for birdwatching, wildlife, nature observation and the range, and most are waterproof for use in the field.

Premium optics for birders and nature lovers. Choose the modular ATX, STX and BTX, the compact, travel-friendly ATC and STC, or the ATS and STS HD scopes. Sirius Optics is an official Swarovski Optik dealer.

Great-value spotting scopes in a range of sizes, including ED glass models for sharper, higher-contrast views. Many come with a smartphone adapter so you can take photos through the eyepiece.

Affordable spotting scopes that are a great way to get started, from compact travel scopes to larger models for long-range viewing.

A sturdy tripod and a smooth head make a big difference at higher magnifications. Choose a lightweight carbon tripod for hiking and travel, or a heavier tripod for maximum stability.

Take photos and video through your spotting scope. Phone adapters line your smartphone up with the eyepiece, so you can capture birds and wildlife at distances a normal lens can't reach.

Stay-on cases, extenders, telephoto lenses and balance rails to protect your scope and get more from it in the field.