Meets expectations - Leupold SX-2 Alpine HD Spotting Scope

Scope appears to be sufficient for backpack hunting. It is small and lightweight making it ideal for packing deep into the backcountry. The warranty of Leupold is also a big plus. It seems to lose clarity at high magnification at long range. This may be an issue if you are trophy hunting for elk or mule deer and you were trying to make a decision about a stalk based upon antler size at a great distance. But for me that is not a problem. If I can see antlers on a mule deer or elk at the ranges I am talking about, that is all I need to know. I would not purchase this model if I was using it from the road or close to the vehicle. I would get a larger objective for that (at least 80mm).