Why doesn't the pictures of close-up scenes with my IS70 spotter look li...

The IS70 has a camera and a spotting scope. However, they are two separate optical tubes separated center-to-center by almost 3 in. Because of this, the camera and the main...

Why doesn't the pictures of close-up scenes with my IS70 spotter look li...

The IS70 has a camera and a spotting scope. However, they are two separate optical tubes separated center-to-center by almost 3 in. Because of this, the camera and the main...

Where do I get replacement caps for my older Celestron binoculars?

Unfortunately, Celestron no longer carries objective lens caps for older binocular models. We recommend visiting a local full-line photo store--they often have old lens caps and covers in a spare...

Where do I get replacement caps for my older Celestron binoculars?

Unfortunately, Celestron no longer carries objective lens caps for older binocular models. We recommend visiting a local full-line photo store--they often have old lens caps and covers in a spare...

I want to use a 4 GB secure digital card with my VistaPix and/or IS70. W...

Probably not, as most larger-size SD cards are actually SDHC types and are not compatible with the VistaPix series.The VistaPix and the VistaPix IS70, use the SD card as external...

I want to use a 4 GB secure digital card with my VistaPix and/or IS70. W...

Probably not, as most larger-size SD cards are actually SDHC types and are not compatible with the VistaPix series.The VistaPix and the VistaPix IS70, use the SD card as external...

What do I need to know about spotting scope zoom eyepieces?

Zoom eyepieces are a great convenience, since you don’t have to change eyepieces to closely examine a distant view or pull back for a wide angle scene. However, there are...

What do I need to know about spotting scope zoom eyepieces?

Zoom eyepieces are a great convenience, since you don’t have to change eyepieces to closely examine a distant view or pull back for a wide angle scene. However, there are...

What are lens shades and dew shields? Why do I need one?

Using your spotting scope in bright lighting conditions may result in a view that has glare or flares from sources of light in the direction you’re looking.A lens shade acts...

What are lens shades and dew shields? Why do I need one?

Using your spotting scope in bright lighting conditions may result in a view that has glare or flares from sources of light in the direction you’re looking.A lens shade acts...

What does ED stand for on my Sport Optics' scopes?

 ED means "extra-low dispersion" and refers to the composition and optical properties of the glass used for the lenses. ED glass is specially formulated, including rare-earth compounds to...

What does ED stand for on my Sport Optics' scopes?

 ED means "extra-low dispersion" and refers to the composition and optical properties of the glass used for the lenses. ED glass is specially formulated, including rare-earth compounds to greatly r...