We are using the very latest Zygo MX software to provide a more detailed report compared to other standard reports. So as well as taking the weight off your arms, this is the other reason why you need a tripod when using high powered/giant binoculars for astronomy. It comes with a reticle scale but no built-in calculator ring, and is available in all-black or black and white. This allows for differences between a user’s individual eye focus by rotating the eyepiece, which is designated by + and –.

It is generally accepted that the maximum magnification that can be successfully utilised with handheld binoculars on an unsteady platform such as a boat is x7.This combination of great value for money and comfortable, easy to use size make this a perfect entry level model. This is one of the main reasons why many spotting scopes have a variable magnification eyepiece as you can start in a low power setting and use it to find and then lock onto the object you wish to observe and then zoom in to get more detail. As well as astronomy, these are ideal for boating, general use, wildlife and certainly birding applications. When we test your telescope, we will ensure that it is of the highest quality otherwise, we will reject the scope under our strict quality control and test another model for your peace of mind.

However, increasing the magnification also brings with it a number of drawbacks and so as with many things in life, you have to make some choices and compromises depending on your needs and exactly what you want to get from your instrument. All goods are shipped with UPS, DPD, DHL, DX Express, ParcelForce and Royal Mail, we do not use budget couriers, we only ship to UK mainland addresses and do not ship to forwarding agents or PO boxes. The convenient proportion between objective aperture and magnification makes observations during dawn phases possible.BaK-4 Prism Glass Glass – Good quality optical glass is used on the prisms, for a better and brighter view. There is a tripod socket, and a reticle scale is provided with a built-in slide rule to calculate distance or length. Long-eye relief eyepieces and fold-back rubber eyecups for spectacle wearers provide comfort and practicality.