Good value spotter, poor tri-pod - Vortex Impact RA 25-75x70 Angled Spotting Scope IMT-70RA

Vortex spotting scope is a compact size and priced well for the magnification. Case included is flimsy and too small. Optics are clear, brightness is fair, and 75x max magnification can get you in really close, although clarity does suffer at the higher magnification levels. Major complaint is the with the included tri-pod... small size is nice but it is unstable with the weight of this scope, and attachment mechanisms are poor.

For a target range, shooting spotter this is a good value for the money. For finer, clearer close-up viewing you should look for a different scope.
Pros: Price, size
Cons: tripod, stability

This review was written in the old system and had content requirements that are different than reviews written today.