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December 5 2025, Stefan Rieger

Once again Swarovski, the premium optics manufacturer from Austria, proves that it is not resting on its laurels. The latest additions to the spotting scope family are the two very compact and image-stabilised AT and ST Balance spotting scopes. The AT has a 65 mm objective lens diameter for angled viewing and 18-45x magnification. The ST Balance has a straight view and is even slightly lighter at 14-35Ă50.

The basic idea behind these two spotting scope models is that some nature observers have always rejected spotting scopes because of their size and the fact that you cannot observe properly without a tripod. Swarovski, as the leading European manufacturer of high-end optics, now has something to counter these two arguments. We were able to get an idea of this during a pre-launch event.

At the end of September, we tested the new product and the technology behind it on two extremely rainy days. Among other things, we were also able to observe how these spotting scopes are mounted in Absam. The next day, we went to Lake Chiemsee and were able to test the functionality of these spotting scopes and the image stabiliser both inside Herrenchiemsee Palace and on the shore.
In conclusion, we can only say: the usual excellent image quality and a very steady image when held in the hand.
Tags: AT Balance, ST Balance, Swarovski, Spotting scope, Image stabiliser
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October 9 2025, Stefan Taube

French manufacturer Vaonis has nothing to hide and shows just how much fascinating technology is packed into the Vespera II smart telescope!
The Vespera II â X Edition is a limited premium edition. The transparent casing reveals the precise mechanics, sophisticated optics, and advanced product design.
The X Edition also offers:
- Integrated hygrometer: protects the optics from dew
- Hard-shell case for safe transport
- Carbon tripod: lightweight and stable
Please note: limited quantities available! Secure your Vespera II X Edition now! Only while stocks last!
Tags: Teleskop, telescope, Vaonis
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August 28 2025, Stefan Taube

With the iAFS, iOptron presents the most versatile electronic focuser currently available on the market.
The big advantage: The iAFS is mounted along the optical axis and does not require any cumbersome, wobbly mounting, but is screwed firmly to the telescope.
More information about the iAFS here in the shop.
Tags: iOptron, Teleskop-Zubehör
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August 20 2025, Stefan Taube

With the HAC125DX optics, Skywatcher offers a lightweight, compact, and extremely fast telescope that will revolutionize astrophotography!
The mini astrograph is ideal for traveling to dark skies and doesn’t require a heavy mount.
Find more information here in the shop!
Tags: Skywatcher, Teleskop, telescope
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August 13 2025, Stefan Rieger

At the Global Birdfair, Leica the optics specialist from Wetzlar not only presented a new spotting scope. No, two new spotting scope series, each with two objective lens diameters, were presented.
The new APO-Televid 2025 is available with 65mm and 82mm objective lens diameters. Either individually or as a set with the popular 25-50x wide-angle zoom eyepiece. The most important new feature is the improved optics with apochromatic correction and High Lux Pro (HLP) system. Proven dual focus, magnesium housing with full rubber armouring and 5m waterproofness with Aqua-Dura coating.
This revised spotting scope model is complemented by the more affordable Televid HD. Leica combines this in a set with the new 20-60x zoom eyepiece. The sacrifice of maximum quality is of course reflected in the purchase price. Leica has also introduced a range of new accessories, such as a stay-on-case. A new tripod set, which was developed in collaboration with Leofoto, and new smartphone adapters.
These are the new sets:
But it’s best to compare for yourself and get one of the first examples right away!
Tags: spotting scopes, hunting, Nature Watching, Televid HD, Leica, APO-Televid, birdwatching
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August 13 2025, Stefan Rieger

Vixen, the traditional Japanese manufacturer of high-quality telescopes, has introduced a new series of spotting scopes for nature observation.
The Geoma III ED series. This new spotting scope series offers high-quality ED optics and a generous scope of delivery in the medium price range.
Available in two versions and each in a set with zoom eyepiece, carrying case and smartphone adapter. Also available as a set including a high-quality aluminium tripod.
Get one now from the first delivery!
Tags: hunting, Geoma III ED, Vixen, nature observation, birdwatching, spotting scopes
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August 10 2025, Stefan Taube

The Cat series from William Optics has enjoyed great popularity for years. The short-focus, corrected optics in Petzval design are ideal for astrophotography with small mounts.
With the Apo 108/518 UltraCat WIFD, William Optics is now launching the largest Cat to date.
You can find more information about the UltraCat telescope here in the shop.
Tags: Teleskop, William Optics, telescope
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June 12 2025, Stefan Taube

The manufacturer ZWO offers a new version of its popular ASI 585 MC camera. The ASI 585 MC-Air version is equipped with a separate guiding sensor that monitors the correct tracking of the telescope.
The camera transmits images via Wi-Fi and can be controlled via an app â all at a very reasonable price!
For more information, please visit our shop. Preorder now!
Tags: ZWO, Astrophotograhie
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May 15 2025, Stefan Taube

Every passionate astronomer who observes with a large Dobsonian telescope is familiar with the problem of coma aberration. This optical aberration is typical of Newtonian telescopes and makes the stars at the edges of the field of view appear comet-like. A coma corrector solves this problem.
The Houdini coma corrector eyepieces are a real alternative! With these eyepieces there is no need to buy an expensive coma corrector!
At the moment, only the Houdini eyepiece with a focal length of 20 millimeters is available, but in the course of the year the manufacturer will offer further focal lengths, all of which you will find here in the store!
Tags: Eyepiece, Houdini
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April 20 2025, Stefan Rieger

Some people may not be familiar with this name. But Nocpix is no less a company than InfiRay, which is already a well-known brand and one of the market leaders. In order to differentiate its business areas a little more, this new brand was created for the target group of nature observers, outdoor enthusiasts and hunters.
But what does the name stand for? Nocpix is the syllabic abbreviation of âNocturnalâ and âPixelâ and is intended to symbolise the combination of the latest technological innovations with a passion for nature and hunting. This has resulted in several new product series:
- VISTA and VISTA LRF: state-of-the-art thermal cameras with an extremely high-resolution display and a detection range of up to 2600 metres. Particularly noteworthy is the S50R model with a 1280 VOx sensor with a NETD of < 15mK.
- LUMI and LUMI LRF: Hand-held devices in three vers. Quality levels. 256, 384 and 640 sensor. From the entry-level device P13 to the professional model with 35mm lens, 640 sensor and laser rangefinder up to 800m range.
- The QUEST series was first presented at this year’s IWA. These are binocular âthermal imaging binocularsâ with an integrated rangefinder.
Particularly interesting for customers who can do without the digital night vision technology of FUSION devices.
- Finally, Nocpix also offers the M6T25S dome camera. This camera is ideal for scanning large areas from the vehicle for heat sources, whether for hunting or surveillance.

It’s best to take a look at the range!
Tags: thermal imaging, thermal imaging cameras, Nocpix, InfiRay
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