Vortex Razor HD 65mm vs 85mm Spotting scope

[kozumasbullitt]

I have decided to go with a Vortex spotting scope for range use and maybe for occasional wildlife viewing and possibly some digiscoping. I was set on the 65mm but I keep reading about the 85mm and how satisfied people are with the 85mm. Is the 85mm worth about a $250 price difference over the 65mm? I have an older Bushnell Excursion tactical 15-45 spotting scope that has served me pretty well over the years but I am ready to step up to a little better optical quality.

Thought?

[ferntree]

I just checked amazon and cabelas and its a $400 difference. if you can find it for $250 more i would do it. more zoom and more light.

[kozumasbullitt]

I just checked amazon and cabelas and its a $400 difference. if you can find it for $250 more i would do it. more zoom and more light.

Yes, it is around $250 for me but I think the 65mm is a better overall scope for me. I found some good reviews on the 65mm and all the reviews say that it is very veratile scope.

[ferntree]

I personally have the 11-33x50. I wanted good glass but size and weight was big for me. But it sounds like you already made up your mind.

[kozumasbullitt]

I personally have the 11-33x50. I wanted good glass but size and weight was big for me. But it sounds like you already made up your mind.

Yeah, unless someone can talk me into the 85mm.

[OpticsPlanet]

65.7 ounces vs 48.4 ounces. Not insurmountable, but I like light.

You'll be happy with either, I love my Vortex stuff.

Mark H.

[kozumasbullitt]

65.7 ounces vs 48.4 ounces. Not insurmountable, but I like light.

You'll be happy with either, I love my Vortex stuff.

Mark H.

Would you go 85 if you were in my shoes? What kind of tripod would you recommend? I thought I was sold on the 65 but the 85 gives some extra power and more light.

[Trakker]

Vortex Razor HD 65mm vs 85mm Spotting scope

For smaller size I'd get a compact 60. Easily placed in a big back pack. For high power definitely get the larger objective. Different purpose.

If you're local I'll demo the razor 85mm for you
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