Choosing the Right Telescope
Choose By Size, Aperture, and Weight
First, all Tele Vue scopes are ruggedly built, have a wide power and field range, and accept many viewing and photographic accessories. All models utilize black-anodized machined housings. Where used, all tubes are "evergreen" powder coated aluminum for durability. Note: while there are no parts that can rust, the scopes are not waterproof. All fit standard photo tripods and Tele Vue mounts. While not listed here, larger Tele Vue astronomical telescopes (NP-101, NP-127) can also be used for birding from stationary locations.
Recommendations and Specifications
TV-60 | TV-76 | TV-85 | |
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Birder (hiking) | ★★★ | ★★☆ | ☆☆☆ |
Birder (stationary) | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ |
Nature photography (SLR) | ★★★ | ★★★ | ★★★ |
Rec'dmagnification (x) | 11-145 | 15-160 | 19-200 |
Light collection over eye (x) | 74 | 118 | 147 |
Objective Aperture (mm) | 60 | 76 | 85 |
Objective Type | APO | APO | APO |
Focal Ratio (f/#) | 6.0 | 6.3 | 7.0 |
Focal Length (mm) | 360 | 480 | 600 |
Approx. Closest Focus (ft) | 13 | 20 | 30 |
Max Field of View* @ 1000-yd (feet) | 225 | 287.5 | 230 |
Scope Length w/o diag. (inch) | 10 | 14.5 | 19 |
Scope weight (lbs) | 3 | 5.1 | 6.1 |
Case Included | (Soft optional) | Soft | Soft |
Key | ★★★ Excellent |
★★☆ Fair |
☆☆☆ Avoid |
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Birding Scope Pages
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