Monocular vs Binoculars for Birding, Hunting, Hiking, Sports & Travel

Guide with examples & reviews to the strengths & weaknesses of a Monocular vs Binoculars and what is best for Birding, Hunting, Hiking, Sports & Travel.


Pentax VM 6x21 WP Monocular & Discovery Kit Review

Pentax Sport Optics has recently announced a new, very interesting looking compact monocular to their line-up. Also, available are some accessories called the “discovery kit” that converts the monocular into a microscope and/or a telephoto camera. Thus in preparation and anticipation of a full test and review in the future, I decided to take a […]


Vortex Solo Monoculars Review

The Solo series of budget monoculars form Vortex is specifically aimed at users who love exploring the great outdoors and it’s wildlife including birds and larger animals, but who also require a very lightweight and compact optical device that is as easy to pack and carry with them as possible. This includes hikers, backpackers, general […]


Monocular Review: Barr & Stroud Sprite Monocular

It is not often that I review monoculars but when the Barr & Stroud 10x50 Sprite arrived in the post I was intrigued: For those of you who don’t know, Barr & Stroud started making optics for the Royal Navy over 100 years ago and since then they have played a leading role in the […]