midwesthunter
Well-Known Member
So I was given a Athlon Cronus 20-60 x 86 to test out and do a review on. (https://athlonoptics.com/product/spotting-scope-cronus-20-60x86-ed/)
I am planning to take pictures through phone scope at different distances, power setting, light conditions, ect. The usual stuff.
So it made me think what other info others might be interested in when comparing what spotting scope to buy.
I have a vortex razor 16-48x65 I plan to compare against when in MT antelope hunting in a week or so. I know its not a apples to apples comparison, but its what I have.
1. I was thinking of comparing FOV at similar magnification settings to show the difference between the objective lens.
2. Clarity differences at similar magnification and light conditions, will set the camera to manual setting so there are no discrepancies there.
3. Probably also do a side by side size comparison, I switched to the smaller vortex for weight/room saving while back pack hunting.
What are some other things one might consider when looking for a new spotting scope, outside of warranty and those things?
I am planning to take pictures through phone scope at different distances, power setting, light conditions, ect. The usual stuff.
So it made me think what other info others might be interested in when comparing what spotting scope to buy.
I have a vortex razor 16-48x65 I plan to compare against when in MT antelope hunting in a week or so. I know its not a apples to apples comparison, but its what I have.
1. I was thinking of comparing FOV at similar magnification settings to show the difference between the objective lens.
2. Clarity differences at similar magnification and light conditions, will set the camera to manual setting so there are no discrepancies there.
3. Probably also do a side by side size comparison, I switched to the smaller vortex for weight/room saving while back pack hunting.
What are some other things one might consider when looking for a new spotting scope, outside of warranty and those things?
