Spotting Scopes & Tripods
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Choose a spotting scope and a compatible support setup. Browse value and premium optics from Vortex, Leupold, Athlon, Kowa, Leica and other brands, plus tripods and a binocular adapter.
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Check the zoom range, objective size, viewing format and whether the eyepiece is included. A compact scope can be easier to carry; a larger objective can add size and weight. More magnification is not automatically more usable detail when the air is unsteady or the support shakes.
An angled eyepiece can suit seated viewing and users sharing a tripod. A straight format may feel more direct when following your line of sight. Compare the exact configuration and how you plan to set it up.
Confirm the tripod, head, plate and optic mounting interface. A binocular adapter is a separate part, not a substitute for a tripod. Check included hardware, working height and the manufacturer’s load guidance rather than assuming every product forms a complete kit.
Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Gosky Flagship / DiamondEdge 20-60x80 kit
Model: B07KFTV8WM
$130.30
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Athlon Optics Talos 20-60x80mm Spotting Scopes, 45 Degree Angled, Green, 315001G
Model: 315001G
$179.99
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Bushnell Trophy Xtreme 20-60x65mm Spotting Scope, 0.67 in, Porro, 45 degree, WP, Fully Multi-Coated, Black, 887520B
Model: 887520B
$199.49
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Celestron Ultima 20-60x80 Angled (52250)
Model: B0002CTZ70
$269.95
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Vortex Crossfire HD 20-60x80 Spotting Scope, Angled, Green, 15.6in, 53oz, CF-80A
Model: CF80A
$299.00
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Vortex Diamondback HD Spotting Scope, 16-48x65mm, Angled, 16 x 8.28 x 5.5, Mid-Size, Green, 14.3in, 49.8oz, DS-65A
Model: DS65A
$399.00
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Vanguard Endeavor HD 65A 15-45x65mm Spotting Scope, Angled, Black, Vanguard Endeavor HD 65A
Model: VanguardEndeavorHD65A
$399.49
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Leupold SX-2 Alpine HD Gen 2 20-60x60mm Spotting Scope, Angled, 14.3in Length, Grey/Black, 185683
Model: 185683
$399.99
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Athlon Optics Argos 20-60x85mm HD Spotting Scopes, 45 Degree Angle, Green, 314001
Model: 314001
Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Vortex Diamondback HD Spotting Scope, 20-60x85mm, Angled, 18 x 8.28 x 5.5, Full-Size, Green, 16in, 60.9oz, DS-85A
Model: DS85A
$499.00
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Vortex Viper 15-45x 65mm HD Angled Spotting Scope, Mid-Size, Green, 14in, 59oz, V500
Model: V500
$589.99
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Athlon Optics Ares Gen II 15-45x65mm UHD Spotting Scopes, Straight Angle, Green, 312004
Model: 312004
$719.99
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Vortex Razor HD 13-39x56 Spotting Scope, Straight, Green, 11.1in, 29.5oz, RS-56S
Model: RS56S
$848.99
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Athlon Optics Ares Gen II 20-60x85mm UHD Spotting Scopes, Straight Angle, Green, 312007
Model: 312007
$899.99
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Maven CS.1A 15-45x65 ED Angled
Model: B08K3Q771T
$925.00
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Leupold SX-4 Pro Guide HD Gen 2 15-45x65mm Spotting Scope, Angled, Grey/Black, 185681
Model: 185681
$999.99
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Vortex Razor HD 27-60x85 Spotting Scope, Angled, 85mm, Full-Size, Green, 15.5in, 65.6oz, RS-85A
Model: RS85A
$1,389.99
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
SIG SAUER Oscar8 27-55x80mm Spotting Scope, Angled, Schmidt-Pechan, Flat Dark Earth, SOO82001
Model: SOO82001
$1,659.99
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Leupold SX-5 Santiam HD 27-55x80 Spotting Scope, Angled, Grey/Black, 185605
Model: 185605
$1,999.99
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Zeiss Conquest Gavia 85 Spotting Scopes w/30-60x Wide Angle Eyepiece, Black, Large, NSN 9005.80.4040, 528048-0000-000
Model: 5280480000000
$1,999.99
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Leica APO-Televid 25-50x 65mm Spotting Scope, Angled, Black, 40149
Model: 40149
$2,319.49
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Kowa TS-55 PROMINAR 17-40x55mm Spotting Scope, Angled, Green, TSN-55A
Model: TSN55A
$2,499.00
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Kowa TSN-66A ZM Prominar 25-60x Spotting Scope Set, Powder Coated, Green, TSN-66A ZM SET
Model: TSN66AZMSET
$3,299.00
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Compare the exact zoom range, objective, angled or straight viewing format and included eyepiece. A stable compatible support matters as much as magnification; check what is included with this configuration.
Leica APO -Televid 25-50x82m Spotting Scope Kit, Angled, 40154
Model: 40154
A support option for your glassing setup. Compare the complete tripod and head configuration, carried weight, working height, mounting plate and manufacturer-rated capacity.
Vortex Mountain Pass Tripod Kit, Black, 19in, 3.1lbs, TR-MTP
Model: TRMTP
$139.79
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A support option for your glassing setup. Compare the complete tripod and head configuration, carried weight, working height, mounting plate and manufacturer-rated capacity.
Vortex High Country II Tripod Kit, 11.3 - 62.5 in, Arca, 30mm, Black, 24.3in, 4lbs, TR-HCY
Model: TRHCY
$179.49
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A support option for your glassing setup. Compare the complete tripod and head configuration, carried weight, working height, mounting plate and manufacturer-rated capacity.
Vanguard VEO 2 PRO 263AO Tripod, Black, VEO2PRO263AO
Model: VEO2PRO263AO
$199.99
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A support option for your glassing setup. Compare the complete tripod and head configuration, carried weight, working height, mounting plate and manufacturer-rated capacity.
Vortex Summit Carbon II Tripod Kit, 6.3 - 53.3 in, Arca, Black, 18.1in, 2.5lbs, TR-SMC
Model: TRSMC
$319.49
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A support option for your glassing setup. Compare the complete tripod and head configuration, carried weight, working height, mounting plate and manufacturer-rated capacity.
Vortex Ridgeview Carbon Tripod Kit, 8.3 - 73.8 in, Arca, Black, 29in, 3.2lbs, TR-RVC
Model: TRRVC
$424.49
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A binocular-to-tripod adapter, not a tripod or an optic. Confirm the binocular mounting interface and your tripod head or plate arrangement before choosing.
Vortex Pro Binocular Adapter, 1x3.5x4.5, Low, Black, 1.2in, 4oz, TRA-BINDAP
Model: TRABINDAP
$68.79
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