Look there! Perched on that Mexican pinon tree across the arroyo. Is that a red-tailed hawk or a red-shouldered hawk? Binoculars aren't helpful; this bird is too far away. What you need is the magnifying power of the stout Arcadia Zoom spotting scope. If 20x won't cut it, 60x will! This spotting scope is not only well made, but also falls in one sweet spot of a price range compared to other spotting scopes its size. Look what you get: quality all-aluminum construction, fully coated optics, superior roof-prism design, 20x to 60x continuous zoom ability, and a big 78mm objective ...

Niagra Falls. Bryce Canyon. Mount Fuji. If you have ever laid eyes on such monuments to Mother Nature, you know what a "grand view" is. And so it is in the spirit of these natural wonders and the myriad others we encounter every day - inanimate and animate, great and small - that Orion presents an instrument designed for their appreciation.The GrandView 100mm spotting scope features big optics for big, bold views, whatever your viewing target. The multi-coated 100mm achromatic objective lens delivers exceptional resolution in full daylight or dim twilight. The eyepiece, set at a 45? angle on the ...

For the weekend nature enthusiast, our Dakota spotting scope is one very practical package. It sports multi-coated 62mm prismatic optics and a zoom eyepiece with a magnification range of 20x to 60x. You can start wide then crank up the power to study your subject in detail. Near focus is 23'. The stylish body — silver-tone with black rubber trim — is internally baffled to minimize glare and maximize contrast. A click-stop collar allows the scope to be rotated for comfortable positioning of the eyepiece. ...

With a name like TrailHead, one would expect something portable, yet ruggedly designed to perform reliably under challenging conditions. That's exactly what you get with the TrailHead WP Zoom Spotting Scopes from Orion. Rain or shine, these waterproof scopes are up to the task and promise to deliver excellent performance. Made with rugged thermoplastic construction, the sturdy 65mm TrailHead spotting scope features a 15x to 45x magnification eyepiece to let you zoom in on the action wherever you go. Fully multi-coated optics throughout ensure sharp, high resolution images. With a near-focus distance of approximately 20 feet, even up-close targets can ...

With a name like TrailHead, one would expect something portable, yet ruggedly designed to perform reliably under challenging conditions. That's exactly what you get with the TrailHead WP Zoom Spotting Scopes from Orion. Rain or shine, these waterproof scopes are up to the task and promise to deliver excellent performance. Made with rugged thermoplastic construction, the sturdy 85mm TrailHead spotting scope features a 20x to 60x magnification eyepiece to let you zoom in on the action wherever you go. Fully multi-coated optics throughout ensure sharp, high resolution images. With a near-focus distance of approximately 20 feet, even up-close targets can ...

If spotting scopes were luxury automobiles, "Cadillac" would be an appropriate reference for this high-end 66mm scope, featuring fully multi-coated optics throughout. The ULX 66 is built with a 2-element air-spaced doublet, utilizing high-quality ED optical glass to deliver sharp, contrasty images virtually free of chromatic aberration. The 8-element zoom eyepiece, angled at a comfortable 45 degrees, provides 16x to 50x magnification, with a close focus at 21 feet. This powerful zoom capability is further enhanced by the dual-speed (11:1) focuser, which allows precise adjustment for crisp, clear images. As durable as it is stylish, the ULX 66 sports a ...

When it comes to telescopes, bigger is better, and you can do no better than the Apex 127 Compact Mak. Its 127mm (5")-diameter optics collects 55% more light through its multi-coated, 5" meniscus lens than that of a 4" scope, putting it in the big leagues for astronomical observing and advanced nature study. But big doesn't mean bulky! Even with a focal length of 1540mm (f/12.1), the Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design reduces the tube length to just 15"! The Apex 127 couples to any sturdy equatorial mount or photo-style tripod. T-threads on the eyepiece adapter also allow attachment of a 35mm ...

This bantam-sized telescope outfit lets you explore the heavens from anywhere your travels take you. The low-profile mount features three thread-on 7-3/4" legs that make it ideal for use on any raised surface- car trunk, picnic table, you name it! And it won't hog all the closet space on cloudy nights. The Apex 90mm tube assembly couples firmly to the mount with the included 1/4"-20 adapter. During daylight hours you can quickly remove the scope and mount it on a camera tripod for land viewing. The correct-image 45-degree prism diagonal provides an upright, nonreversed view through the 25mm (50x) Sirius ...

With a tube length of 11 inches, a 90mm (3.5") precision-polished fully multi-coated meniscus front lens, and solid uncompromising construction. the Apex 90 Compact Mak is a paragon of portability, optical excellence, and durability. Better still, it's one of the most versatile scopes we offer. The Apex 90 delivers bright, high-contrast images, and with a focal length of 1250mm (f/13.9) you also get a generous image scale. It features a built-in 1/4"-20 adapter plate that makes it easy to mount onto a standard photo tripod for viewing grand daytime vistas. Attach a 35mm camera to the scope's visual back (with ...

Powerful enough to split close double stars, resolve bright globular clusters, or look an eagle in the eye, Orion's Apex 102mm is both a fine astronomical instrument and an unparalleled terrestrial spotting scope. The Apex's 102mm-diameter (4") optics collect 28% more light than a 90mm scope. The fully multi-coated curved front meniscus lens guarantees the highest possible light transmission. The Maksutov-Cassegrain design collapses its 1300mm (f/12.7) focal length into a tube length less than 12" long. The Apex 102 tube easily pops on and off a telescope mount or camera tripod with the built-in 1/4"-20 adapter plate, and doubles as ...

Orion(r) SkyQuest(TM) XT Classic Dobsonians It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on these "gentle giants." For not only do their jumbo-sized optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," raved Astronomy magazine, but they're also the most affordable quality Dobs on the market. SkyQuest XT Classics aren't just good bang for the buck, they're a supernova of telescope value! XT Classics give you the deep-space thrills without the deep-pocket frills. We've kept them lean and mean to keep their prices low for tight budgets. But rest assured, they come fully equipped for adventure, whether ...