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Best spotting scopes in 2025 for birdwatching and wildlife observation
We've rounded up the best spotting scopes, which offer greater magnification than binoculars.
Cyber Monday 2025: Best deals on telescopes, binoculars, cameras, air purifiers and fitness gear
Deals It's Cyber Monday, and we're here searching the web for the best discounts on air purifiers, electric toothbrushes, telescopes, binoculars, cameras and more.
7 Cyber Monday binocular deals to avoid (and 7 we think you should buy)
Deals Don't get caught up in last-minute panic buying. We've spotted all the best Cyber Monday deals left over from the Black Friday weekend, but there are a few you should miss.
The air quality industry leaders have quietly dropped the price of the Levoit 400S air purifier
Deals Three-stage filtration system, check. Hands-free voice control, check. Reliable air quality sensor, check. 21% discount for Black Friday and Cyber Monday? Check.
"These are, quite possibly, the best compact image stabilized binoculars we have tested." says our Managing Editor, and they're currently cheaper for Black Friday
Deals The Nikon 12x25 S image-stabilized binoculars may be small and compact, but they provide shake-free views of wildlife and the night sky that fit in your pocket.
Live Science's Managing Editor and award-winning photographer loved this camera so much, they bought their own, at full price... and missed this great Black Friday camera deal!
Deals Everyone else shopping Black Friday camera deals can save a huge $803 on the Nikon Z8, one of the very best cameras around for astrophotography, wildlife and just about everything else, too.
Canon 8x20 IS binocular review
Review These compact binoculars are a must-have for any wildlife enthusiast, being Canon's lightest binos with image stabilization.
Canon 12x36 IS III binocular review
Review The ideal binocular for birdwatching — the Canon 12x36 IS III binoculars are a dream.
Best binoculars 2025: Our picks for stargazing, bird-watching and observing wildlife
Find the best binoculars for wildlife, stargazing, tracking athletes, or plane spotting — check out our top picks.
Best telescopes 2025: Explore planets, galaxies and beyond
The best telescopes offer an unparalleled view of the cosmos, and we've gathered our favorites.
Best binoculars for stargazing 2025: Take a walk through space
Unlock the night sky with the best binoculars for stargazing designed to capture stars, planets, and distant galaxies — our top picks.
Amazon Prime Day 2025: Find the best deals on cameras, fitness gear and stargazing equipment this October
Deals Amazon Prime Day takes place on October 7-8
Best laptops for coding and programming 2025: Our best picks for working on the move
Find one of the best laptops for coding and programming so you can work on the go with ultimate power in a portable package.
Best binoculars for kids 2025: Beginner binoculars and toys
The best binoculars for kids should be lightweight, compact, and easy to handle.
Beginner's guide to macro photography
Learn the basics of macro photography — from gear to settings, and lighting to finding subjects responsibly.
Best microscopes for students 2025
Discover a microscopic world with one of the best microscopes for students and young scientists, without emptying your wallet.
Best small telescopes 2025: Portable and lightweight
Our picks of the best small telescopes are all under 10kg, making them perfect for traveling to dark sky sites — check out the best models.
Best monocular 2025: A lightweight alternative to binoculars, telescopes and spotting scopes
Compact, powerful and travel-ready — these top monoculars offer sharp viewing for nature, travel and everyday viewing.
How to photograph the northern lights
Auroras can generate some truly spectacular images, but what's the best way to photograph the northern lights?
Cyber Monday 2024 camera deals live: Plus, savings on telescopes, binoculars and stargazing accessories
The best bargains as they happen. Great deals from Nikon, Canon, Sony, Celestron and many more.
No need to wait for Black Friday — one of Canon's best cameras for wildlife photography just got even cheaper and is now discounted by over $1,500
Deals Walmart has an incredible Amazon-beating discount on the brilliant Canon EOS R5.
Best DSLR ever made now as cheap as July Prime Day — save $800
Deals We think the Nikon D850 is the best DSLR camera ever made, and it's now $2,196.95 in this Adorama deal, out-competing Prime Day.
Best air purifier deals we recommend this Amazon Prime Day
Deals Save big on air purifiers from Levoit, Coway, BlueAir and more this Amazon Prime Day.
