Would this scope be good for watching wildlife or birds?
2066732
Yes I use the scope for watching wild life also birds in the Sequim Wa. area.
298684
While we're not full-time bird watchers, we use them to watch various forms of wildlife including birds and they work very well, focus in quickly, and let you track easily with the subject's movements. That, combined with their compact size, would make them perfect for what you are looking for in this price range.
948044
I use the 100mm for shore birds. It has a long reach to see far off birds. It's great to use when you have a car. If you're hiking, it'll be too cumbersome for any long distance. It's great when you're driving though a nature preserve or a park. It's quick to set up and you will see things no one else could think of seeing. I've had people ask me what are you looking at? I'm looking at that bird in the tree just past the lake. I can't even see the lake. That's why I have the 100mm, I can see the lake, the tree and the painted bunting in the tree.
1856869
Yes and no. I use this scope to find high traffic trails in the hills above my house (1300yds). As for seeing where your bullet hit the target or getting a really close look at your target. This scope will only dissapoint you at that range. I would go with a higher power scope.
494257
Yes I think it would be fine for that, the only limitation is the limited range of viewing. I have a difficult time on objects that small beyond 75 yards. Overall I would get it again.
1323107
I would have to look back at my information but I can say these are fantastic small binoculars. They are not the best for birding because they do not have the width of field you may want but otherwise I do like them very much.
1413313
I bought this scope for basic birdwatching, and hunting use. Landscape features a few miles away? I wouldn't expect much from it. I would go for something higher power than 16x for that. An inexpensive spotting scope? I'd look into this: Enjoydeal Multifunctional High Power MONO Multi-Coated 15-50X21 Single-tube Telescope MonocularTelescope Black
265368
If you are an extremely serious birder, they probably aren't the best but, that said, distance viewing is just fine....not spectacular but certainly good enough for identification and observation. Be sure to get the 8.5x21 and not the 6.5x21. BTW, they adjust very quickly from close in viewing to distance viewing....and they are lightweight enough that you don't mind carrying them on a long hike. I love them!
737469
Absolutely! My friend has one for both he & his wife & they use them up in the mountains to view wildlife & scenery!
1134093
You'd be able to see the birds, but I think a scope would be a better choice. These are great binoculars for the price, but I think you would be disappointed if you try to view nests over 200 feet away.
1877830
Matt, I don't shoot. However I just sighted in a redtail hawk at over 200 yards & watched it grab & peel a digger squirrel for a snack. I paid under $200 for this scope & it is an excellent one for the price. Mary
1489059
I wouldn't hesitate to use them in that environment...I use mine as an all purpose wildlife observation tool and an aid in identifying game that comes out in the fields next door some 430 yards down range...
246864
I highly recommend this monocular, I think it would be a great tool for a safari trip but I don't think it would replace the safari grade binoculars because of their field of view.
298677
We both use these routinely for general birdwatching around the yard and marshfront, in forested areas and shoreline. Obviously when you're looking for distance optics the 7x35 isn't appropriate but we're quite happy with the clear images. We've used them for years
1360170
Yes, they most assuredly can be used for hunting. There are other binoculars that might be better for the purpose, some in 6X or 7X with a wide field of view. You do NOT need glasses with high magnification for hunting...you lost field of view. These and marvelous glasses for the price and can be used in ANY situation requiring a magnified view. No reason in the world they cannot be used for hunting of any kind.
387965
Without a doubt, yes! Tracking objects can be tricky. But other than that, it's a wonderful scope. I would definitely recommend the moon filter. The moon is incredibly bright without the filter.
24640
I can tell you this scope has done a great job for me. I have used it hunting antelope in Wyoming! The closest was just under 650M that I shot from a mound overlooking a very large range. The wind was crossing from left to right and I adjusted for windage and elevation and it only took one shot for a 14in pronghorn. I hope this will make your choice.