Optics

We put the top new optics to the test, including binoculars, rifle scopes, and range finders.

Latest in Optics

Bill McRae holds up a resolution wheel.

Opinion

Remembering Bill McRae, the Godfather of Modern Sporting Optics Remembering Bill McRae, the Godfather of Modern Sporting Optics

By Andrew McKean

Top Optics Discounted for Cabela’s Labor Day Sale 2024

Gear

Top Optics Discounted for Cabela’s Labor Day Sale 2024 Top Optics Discounted for Cabela’s Labor Day Sale 2024

By Ashley Thess

Vortex Crossfire Binoculars on Sale for $100

Gear

Vortex Crossfire Binoculars on Sale for $100 Vortex Crossfire Binoculars on Sale for $100

By Scott Einsmann

The Sig Sauer Kilo4K in a binocular harness

Gear

Fast and Accurate Rangefinders from Sig Sauer on Sale Fast and Accurate Rangefinders from Sig Sauer on Sale

By Scott Einsmann

Testing one of the best binoculars for the money.

Gear

The Best Binoculars for the Money, Tested and Reviewed The Best Binoculars for the Money, Tested and Reviewed

By Andrew McKean

Testing the best binocular harnesses in Montana.

Gear

Best Binocular Harnesses, Tested and Reviewed Best Binocular Harnesses, Tested and Reviewed

By Andrew McKean

Testing the best spotting scopes side by side.

Gear

The Best Spotting Scopes of 2024, Tested and Reviewed The Best Spotting Scopes of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

By Andrew McKean

The Sig Sauer Zulu 6 has an off/on switch and an auto shut off.

Gear

Save Over $200 on these Image-Stabilized Binoculars Save Over $200 on these Image-Stabilized Binoculars

By Scott Einsmann

The Best LPVO Scopes of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

Gear

The Best LPVO Scopes of 2024, Tested and Reviewed The Best LPVO Scopes of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

By Andrew McKean

The author tests two of the best rangefinders for hunting.

Gear

The Best Rangefinders for Hunting of 2024, Tested and Reviewed The Best Rangefinders for Hunting of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

By Andrew McKean

Great scopes under $200

Gear

7 Great Scopes Under $250, Tested and Reviewed 7 Great Scopes Under $250, Tested and Reviewed

By Andrew McKean

The author tests the best hunting scopes.

Gear

The Best Hunting Scopes: 18 Modern and Versatile Options The Best Hunting Scopes: 18 Modern and Versatile Options

By Andrew McKean

Testing straight wall scopes

Gear

The 4 Best Scopes for Straight-Wall Cartridges, Tested and Reviewed The 4 Best Scopes for Straight-Wall Cartridges, Tested and Reviewed

By Andrew McKean

Best binoculars being tested in Montana

Gear

The 21 Best Binoculars of 2024, Premium to Budget Options Tested The 21 Best Binoculars of 2024, Premium to Budget Options Tested

By Andrew McKean

Two of the best binoculars for hunting being tested

Gear

The Best Binoculars for Hunting of 2024, Tested and Reviewed The Best Binoculars for Hunting of 2024, Tested and Reviewed

By Andrew McKean

Maven optics c.1 birding binocular

Gear

Maven Optics are On Sale For Up to 40% Off Maven Optics are On Sale For Up to 40% Off

By Outdoor Life Commerce Team

Thermal scope view.

Gear

Save 45% on a Thermal Scope During Prime Day 2024 Save 45% on a Thermal Scope During Prime Day 2024

By Scott Einsmann

Vortex Defender pistol red dots.

Gear

Vortex Defender Red Dot Review: We Range Tested Every Model of the Defender Vortex Defender Red Dot Review: We Range Tested Every Model of the Defender

By Scott Murdock

Save $300 on Zeiss Conquest HD Binoculars

Gear

Save $300 on Zeiss Conquest HD Binoculars Save $300 on Zeiss Conquest HD Binoculars

By Scott Einsmann

We tested the Sig Sauer OSCAR8 27-55x80.

Gear

Save $500 on a Sig Sauer Oscar8 Spotting Scope Save $500 on a Sig Sauer Oscar8 Spotting Scope

By Scott Einsmann