spotting scope for backpack hunting

[badnewskruse]

So im in the market for a new spotting scope and im looking for recommendations on something that is light and fits well in a backpack. The one i have now is just to big and bulky takes up to much space. Thanks for any input fellas

[huntandjeep]

What's your budget ?
We use Swarovski 65mm's

[MtnMuley]

I pack a Kowa 554 over a Swaro 65 these days in the backcountry. Significant size and weight difference. Try one out.

[savagehunter]

Just picked up 11-33 vortex razor much smaller than the 85mm I have packed the last 5 years glass is very clear

[Tbar]

I pack a Kowa 554 over a Swaro 65 these days in the backcountry. Significant size and weight difference. Try one out.

Hands down the best performance to weight value.

[badnewskruse]

my budget is about 1500 but could do more for the right glass. buy once cry once ha this will probably be the last one i buy for a long time so i dont have a problem spending a bit more for something quality that i will be happy with for the next twenty years

[Tbar]

https://hunting-washington.com/smf/index.php/topic,249784.msg3369880.html#msg3369880

[Wanttohuntmore]

Nikon ED50.

[b23]

Nikon ED50.

 

Those little Nikon ED50's are pretty darn good spotters and for something small to stick in your pack but still has very good optics the ED50 is a great option.

[ganghis]

Kowa 553 or 554.  <2 lbs.  Check out reviews on rokslide, etc. 

[WapitiTalk1]

Just picked up 11-33 vortex razor much smaller than the 85mm I have packed the last 5 years glass is very clear

I have the same. Compact, light, and pretty darn good little spotter.

[headshot5]

Just picked up 11-33 vortex razor much smaller than the 85mm I have packed the last 5 years glass is very clear

I have the same. Compact, light, and pretty darn good little spotter.

 

Me too.  No problems with it.  Been really useful, and a good size. 

[phildobaggins]

Bushnell Sentry 18-36x50

[ian_padron]

Wouldn't trade my Kowa 554 for any other spotter. The ONLY option for ounce counters who still need top tier performance.