Spotting scopes for target shooting, hunting, and long-distance observation. When you need more magnification and reach than binoculars can offer — confirming hits at 1,000 yards, judging trophy game across a canyon, or scanning distant terrain — a quality spotting scope is the tool for the job.Premium Optic Gear carries spotting scopes with premium glass for the resolution and low-light performance that make fine detail visible at extreme distances. Key factors to compare include magnification range (commonly 20-60x), objective lens diameter (a larger objective gathers more light and resolves more detail), angled versus straight body style, and prism and glass quality (ED and fluoride glass reduce color fringing).Angled bodies are popular for shared viewing and digiscoping; straight bodies are quicker to point. Consider a sturdy tripod as well — at high magnification, stability is everything. Browse our spotting scopes below to find the reach and clarity your application demands.