I love this spotting scope. I love the view and the crispness. The weight is ideal; which is what I was looking for. The bigger spotting scopes are massively heavier than this one, which I find unacceptable for a hunter who hikes. I also like the fact the controls are harder to turn because they won't bump off focus or magnification. Love it.
I choose this spotting scope for its light weight, compactness, and clarity. I own multiple scopes from Leupold and other brand binoculars. The Leupold products are reliable and rugged. If you have the cash and go back country hunting or even bird watching, you will be very satisfied with this spotting scope.