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Spotting scopes are most often used for bird watching, whale watching, photography and hunting. Most popular models feature a zoom, are waterproof and come with a tripod to steady the lens at high magnification. The cost drivers for spotting scopes include the type of lens coating, the objective lens diameter (a larger diameter gives you a brighter image), the zoom range and the field of vision. Expect entry level models at price points below $200, while higher end models can easily exceed $1500. The models shown here are some of the more popular ones. You can click on the model links to see more information including pricing and specifications.