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Vortex Crossfire HD Spotting Scopes (12-36x50 Straight)

Quick answerThe Vortex Crossfire HD Spotting Scopes (12-36x50 Straight) is a budget spotting scope at $199 at last check, ranked 5 of 19 by price among the listings we track.

What are the Vortex Crossfire HD Spotting Scopes (12-36x50 Straight) specifications?

BrandVortex
Price at last check$199
CategorySpotting scope
Price positionbudget, 5 of 19 tracked
Zoom range12 to 36x
Objective50 mm
Exit pupil at low power4.17 mm
Full listing titleVortex Crossfire HD Spotting Scopes (12-36x50 Straight)

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Is the Vortex Crossfire HD Spotting Scopes (12-36x50 Straight) worth it?

It sits in the budget part of the 19 spotting scope listings we track, at $199 at last check. It is an affordable way in; the main trade-offs at this price are usually durability and finish rather than basic function. Compare it with the alternatives below before deciding.

What are the main alternatives to the Vortex Crossfire HD Spotting Scopes (12-36x50 Straight)?

Cheaper: Celestron Hummingbird 56mm Angled Micro Spotting at $189.95. Step up: Celestron Ultima 18-55x65 Angled Spotting Scope at $209.95. The roundup for this category ranks beginner, intermediate and expert picks with the reasoning for each.

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