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Clifton Cameras Blog - Optics Reviews
Ultimate Guide to Image Stabilised Binoculars
- 5 Jun 2025
Eliminate the hand tremor and see the world clearly through image-stabilised binoculars. But which are the best? And which are right for you? Martin explains it all in this ultimate guide.
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Kowa TSN-66A PROMINAR Zoom Kit & TE-80XW Eyepiece Review
- 12 Dec 2024
Explore this Kowa TSN-66A PROMINAR Zoom Kit & TE-80XW Eyepiece Review for an in-depth look at this compact birding kit.
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Zeiss Secacam 7 Trail Camera Review
- 3 May 2024
One of the best rated trail cameras, the Zeiss Secacam 7 Trail Camera is a cellular trail cam offering a lot for anyone wanting to capture the outdoors. Read what makes this a great option here.
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PhoneSkope Digiscoping System
- 15 Apr 2024
Take a deeper look at the PhoneSkope Digiscoping System as Martin talks through his setup and the results you can expect from phonescope digiscoping.
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GoView Review The Best Budget Binoculars Under £200
- 14 Jun 2023
Discover why the GoView Range are the best budget binoculars and what we thought of these everyday binoculars in our hands-on review.
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In the Field – Zeiss DTI 3/35 and 3/25 Thermal Imaging Cameras
- 3 Mar 2023
The Zeiss DTI 3/35 and DTI 3/25 are kicking up a storm in the birding community. But what makes them so good for wildlife observation? Read on to find out more...
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Birding with the Benro Tortoise 24CLV + S4PRO Video Kit
- 23 Dec 2022
A hands-on review of birding with the Benro Tortoise Tripod 24CLV + S4PRO Video Kit, offering stability, versatility, and a host of great features.
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Ultimate Smartoscope Vario-Adapter Review
- 29 Nov 2022
Digiscoping. Or, more specifically, phonescoping. What's the best way to digiscope through your scope? Arguably with the Smartoscope Vario-Adapter and UR-4 Adjustable Eyepiece.
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Fujinon Hyper Clarity Binocular Review
- 22 Sep 2022
Back for round two, Martin couldn't resist getting his hands on these Fujinon HC Binoculars for a second inning. Do they stand up to the test of time? Click to find out.
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Zeiss SFL Binocular Review at the Somerset Levels
- 15 Jul 2022
Spot Egrets-a-plenty in this latest video from Clifton Cameras. Martin Drew meets up with Zeiss Nature Ambassador, Toby Carter, to try out the Zeiss SFL Binoculars.
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Zeiss Conquest Gavia 30-60x85mm Spotting Scope Review
- 22 Apr 2022
Martin Drew takes the Zeiss Conquest Gavia 30-60x85mm Spotting Scope through its paces in the Somerset Levels and the Forest of Dean, testing the quality and usability of its features.
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Fujinon Binocular Review: HC 8x42 & Techno-Stabi Stabilised Binoculars
- 1 Feb 2022
Our own Martin Drew compares two Techno-Stabi binoculars with the Fujinon 8x42 HC bins to find out how Fuji optics fare in the field and for stargazing.
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Kowa TSN-99A Prominar Spotting Scope Review
- 23 Nov 2021
We got the chance to get our hands on the Kowa TSN-99A Spotting Scope and TE-80XW 40x Eyepiece and really put it through its paces out in the field. Read here for a full in-depth review of the Kowa TSN-99A from our resident optics specialist, Martin Drew. Find out how he got on with this Prominar Spotting Scope in less than ideal weather conditions.
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Review Nikon Monarch M5 and M7 Binoculars
- 7 Oct 2021
The best mid-ranged optics available today? Compare the new Nikon Monarch M5 and M7 binoculars and learn how they fair up against the previous Monarch 5 & 7 optics.
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Swarovski NL Pure 8x42 Binocular and BTX 35x115 Spotting Scope Kit Real World Review
- 13 Apr 2021
Our resident optics specialist, Martin Drew, puts the new Swarovski 8x42 NL Pure binoculars and the BTX 35x115 Spotting Scope Kit to the test and offers his opinion on whether these really are the best in the business.
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Pentax VM 6x21 WP Monocular Complete Kit Review
- 8 Dec 2020
An innovative, new concept in optical equipment. Martin Drew talks through the unboxing, first thoughts and real-world testing of the Pentax VM 6x21 WP Monocular Complete Kit.
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Pentax VD 4x20 WP Binocular
- 24 Nov 2020
Our very own Martin Drew takes the Pentax VD 4x20 WP Binoculars for a spin and gives his honest review on how they function in the real world.
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ZEISS Victory SF 32 - The Perfect x32 Binocular?
- 6 Mar 2020
Our initial thoughts on the long-awaited ZEISS Victory SF 32 binoculars
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The Benro Wild 1 Carbon Fibre Birding Tripod Kit | Six Months Down The Line
- 14 Aug 2019
A six month recap on the Benro Wild 1 Carbon Fibre Tripod. Has it lived up up to expectations? Has it had any malfunctions? Is it still good? Find all the answers to these questions here.
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Pentax Papilio II Binoculars Review
- 10 Jul 2019
A must-read for anyone interested in the Pentax Papilio II Binoculars range. Here, you'll find out everything you need to know.
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Reviewing the Benro Wild Birding Tripod - First Impressions
- 4 Feb 2019
Is the Benro Wild Birding Tripod the best tripod for birders? In this three-part in-depth review Clifton Cameras sales advisor and resident birder Martin Drew gives us the rundown on his latest support.
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Kite, Leica, and Nikon 10x42 Binocular Review
- 10 May 2017
This week long-time friend of Clifton and avid birder Gordon Hodgson presents us with a side-by-side comparison of Kite, Leica and Nikon bins all 10x in magnification with 42mm objectives. Read on for Gordon's pick of the bunch!
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