Thread: Compact Spotting scopes

Toying with the idea of upgrading spotting scope, but not interested in big heavy units. Wondering what smaller, compact options there are out there. What have you got or used that might fit the bill ?

Swaro ATC is the way to go.

Used 65mm, 85mm & 95mm. The ATC is all you need on my opinion

Yes, picking Swaro should be up there near the top of list, but spendy. Any other options?

Originally Posted by hotsoup

Swaro ATC is the way to go.

Used 65mm, 85mm & 95mm. The ATC is all you need on my opinion

Have you compared to the ATS 65mm? I'm tempted to make the swap but don't want to loose anything, but as always life's about compromises!

They are alot smaller and lighter compared to each other

I used the ATS 65mm for a number of years, I'd happily replace ATS with ATC personally

Originally Posted by Southerner223

Have you compared to the ATS 65mm? I'm tempted to make the swap but don't want to loose anything, but as always life's about compromises!

They are alot smaller and lighter compared to each other

I have both and only the atc goes into the hills these days. not just the weight but its so tiny in size it fits in the top lid of my pack.

They look even smaller in real life compared to photos. Fit in the palm of one hand.

I take it a phone adapter would pay off on one to assist if needed? Had been looking for one to do the ATS in general aswell

Swaro VPA2 is what i use, universal for any phone. I really rate it.

i have the phone scope set up it works but im looking to change to another one as its a pain to clip the phone on and off

i think this was at about 1200y and could take a picture then zoom in for an even closer look

Originally Posted by 199p

I have both and only the atc goes into the hills these days. not just the weight but its so tiny in size it fits in the top lid of my pack.

Yes, it’s size as well or as much as weight I’m thinking about.

Originally Posted by hotsoup

I used the ATS 65mm for a number of years, I'd happily replace ATS with ATC personally

Haha. Just wait until you get to my age young fella. You might swap back.

Fair call, a fair way off then.... ha.

Have you looked through an ATC?

I use a Nikon fieldscope ED50. Smallest, excellent quality scope available. Mine came from Wilhelms Arms and Optics. About 500grams weight.

@rupert - could you put up a picture please. What was the price tag ?

My scope is put away presently so I can't photograph the item but here is a review with pix:
https://www.rokslide.com/nikon-field...potter-review/