{"product_id":"monocular-telescope-10-40-compact-zoom-scope-for-hiking-bird-watching","title":"Monocular Telescope – 10×40 Compact Zoom Scope for Hiking \u0026 Bird Watching","description":"\u003cp\u003eFull-size spotting scopes and binoculars are overkill for plenty of situations — glassing a field from the car, checking out a stage from the back row, or picking out detail on a distant treeline on a hike. This monocular handles all of it from a single tube that fits in one hand: true 10× magnification through a 40mm objective lens, with BAK4 roof prisms and HD green multi-coated optics for a brighter, sharper image than uncoated budget glass.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/5864\/0115\/files\/built-for-the-field.png?v=1784883025\" alt=\"10x40 monocular telescope in outdoor use\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe housing is printed \"16x52\" like a lot of monoculars in this category, but the manufacturer's own spec sheet confirms the real multiplier is 10× — the 52mm figure is the outer housing bezel, not the actual 40mm glass aperture. We'd rather give you the real numbers than the inflated ones printed on the barrel.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy It Stands Out\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTrue 10× magnification, 40mm objective lens\u003c\/strong\u003e — the manufacturer's own spec confirms this, not the inflated \"16x52\" printed on the housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBAK4 roof prism with HD green multi-coating\u003c\/strong\u003e — brighter, higher-contrast image than uncoated compact scopes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDual focus adjustment\u003c\/strong\u003e — independent front objective and eyepiece focusing for a sharper final image.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1.5m minimum focus distance\u003c\/strong\u003e — usable for both close-in and long-range viewing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompact and lightweight\u003c\/strong\u003e — 155 × 55mm and 250g, small enough to operate one-handed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAnti-slip grip and wrist strap\u003c\/strong\u003e — secure single-hand carrying and use in the field.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/5864\/0115\/files\/why-it-stands-out-wild-background.png?v=1784883575\" alt=\"Monocular key features infographic\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBest Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuilt for hiking, hillwalking, camping, travel, birdwatching, and sporting events or concerts where full binoculars are more bulk than you want to carry. This is an optical-only monocular with no digital night vision function, so it's best suited to daytime and well-lit conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/5864\/0115\/files\/water-splash-eagle-deer-mountain.png?v=1784883006\" alt=\"Monocular use cases for wildlife and mountain views\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow It Compares\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFeature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eThis Monocular\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompact Binoculars\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFull-Size Spotting Scope\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMagnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrue 10×, 40mm objective\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries, dual-lens design\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e20×+, tripod usually needed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortability\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOne-handed, 250g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo-handed, heavier\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBulky, needs a case\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLens coating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBAK4 prism, HD green multi-coat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries by model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries by model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBest for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eQuick, grab-and-go glassing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExtended viewing sessions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSerious long-range detail\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSetting It Up and Using It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust the eyepiece focus ring to match your eyesight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRotate the front objective focus ring while viewing a mid-distance object until sharp.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUse the wrist strap for secure one-handed carrying and viewing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWipe the lenses with the included cleaning cloth after use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/5864\/0115\/files\/how-it-works-diagram.png?v=1784883306\" alt=\"Monocular operation diagram\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare and Storage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eClean the lenses only with the included cloth or a soft microfibre cloth — steer clear of abrasive materials. Store somewhere dry and away from direct sunlight. Never look directly at the sun through this or any optical device, as it can cause permanent eye damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct Specifications\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eType\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMonocular telescope\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTrue magnification\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e10×\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eObjective lens\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e40mm (52mm outer housing bezel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEyepiece diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e18mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExit pupil diameter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e5mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMinimum focus distance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.5m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eField of view\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e66m at 8000m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePrism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBAK4 roof prism\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCoating\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHD green multi-coating (FMC)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSize \/ weight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e155 × 55mm \/ 250g\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0762\/5864\/0115\/files\/10x-callout-diagram.png?v=1784883019\" alt=\"10x magnification callout\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch5\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e1 × Monocular\u003cbr\u003e1 × Wrist strap\u003cbr\u003e1 × Cleaning cloth\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Dear Hobbies","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56595178651988,"sku":"HG-PSC-001","price":26.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1008\/0151\/1764\/files\/gmc-main-image.png?v=1785260211","url":"https:\/\/www.dearhobbies.com\/products\/monocular-telescope-10-40-compact-zoom-scope-for-hiking-bird-watching","provider":"Dear Hobbies ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}