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andygell.bsky.social
3,2,1 see ya!
#peregrine sets off in pursuit of a meal.

#yorkshirebirding
#phonescoping #opticron #birds
#ukwildlife
April 15, 2025 at 2:13 PM
andygell.bsky.social
Having swifts flying around at head height is such a rush. #YorkshireBirding #ukbirding #birds #phonescoping #opticron
May 9, 2025 at 6:45 AM
andygell.bsky.social
Dog off the lead spooks these feeding wigeon at #RSPBStAidans
#ukbirding #phonescoping
#opticron
January 12, 2025 at 1:32 PM
andygell.bsky.social
Bittern showing well at RSPB St Aidan's today. Others booming. Slavonian and Black-necked Grebes, Sparrowhawk, kestrel and green Sandpiper too. #Yorkshirebirding #ukbirding #birds #phonescoping #opticron
March 27, 2025 at 5:28 PM
birdersstore.bsky.social
Enjoy £100 CASHBACK on the flagship @opticron.bsky.social Aurora BGA VHD 8x42 and 10x42 #binoculars.

While stocks last!

#FREE #Opticron Professional Lens Cleaning Kit included.

🔽
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#BirdingGear #birding #birdwatching #optics
December 13, 2025 at 2:31 PM
psychicsquirrel.bsky.social
Opticron?

Was that your purchase?
wulfhelm.bsky.social Wulfhelm @wulfhelm.bsky.social · Mar 15
Just another average day in retired land.
March 15, 2026 at 7:52 PM
mjlbirder.bsky.social
Trade them in for Leica Noctivid if you want top end bins with top end build quality. Opticron Aurora are superb too, but without the bigger price tag.
September 30, 2026 at 12:38 PM
wulfhelm.bsky.social
The oldest thing of any actual monetary value you own?

Apart from the Mead Hall and my current chariot?

It's my 8x42 Opticron imagic BGA bins (1997)

They've been dropped off a cliff, run over by a Suzuki Vitara, and shat on by a red backed shrike.

Still going strong.
July 16, 2026 at 7:16 PM
robofthenorth.bsky.social
I could get used to day time #astronomy. Maybe not as sharp an image as a clear night but warmer and a lot less hassle.

Opticron 20x80 binoculars
Google Pixel 6a hyperfocal
#moon #photography #daytimeastronomy #binocularastronomy
The moon photographed in the daytime against a clear blue sky. Waxing gibbous (74%). Taken at 17:06 on 7 April 2025 with a Google Pixel 6a hyperfocal (i.e. held to the eyepiece) through Opticron 20x80 binoculars. Some craters visible and not perfectly sharp due to atmospheric effects.
April 15, 2025 at 10:12 PM
benjeaton.bsky.social
My iPhone 13’s macro is pretty poor. So my first crude attempt at macro with my Opticron hand lens attached! 3 new micros for the garden last night (Erdington, Birmingham) #teammoth
Zeiraphera isertana Acleris forsskaleana
June 20, 2025 at 1:22 PM
andygell.bsky.social
House Martins and a female Hen Harrier in the Forest of Bowland today. #UKbirding #UKWildlife #phonescoping #Opticron
June 19, 2025 at 9:20 PM
nbntrust.bsky.social
Nominations are open for #NBNawards25 There are 7 Award categories… Which exceptional #Wildlife recorders or groups will you nominate? bit.ly/NBNawards25
Thanks to our 7 Award sponsors: RSPB, Opticron, Habitat Aid, Field Studies Council, William Collins, British Wildlife magazine & NHBS.
January 9, 2025 at 2:58 PM
birdersstore.bsky.social
The superb Opticron Traveller BGA ED 8x32 and 10x32 #binoculars have always represented excellent value for money.

Now with a reduced price together with #FREE lens cleaning accessories and FREE UK delivery, they've never looked more appealing!

👇
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August 15, 2024 at 11:56 AM
mikeholley.bsky.social
Made some #birdinggear changes to reduce the weight I carry around on birding walks - Opticron MM4 60 ED/45 scope, Slik CF-734 tripod, and Opticron tripod strap. I’ve been using this set up for 6 weeks now and I’m noticing a real benefit, the kit is performing well too. More detail in the ALT text.
MM4 60 ED/45 scope with SDLv4 15-45x eyepiece In looking at potential new kit, I had to balance quality, weight, size, and budget. Initial research of options narrowed the choice to Opticron and Kowa travelscopes (TSN 55S and the TSN-553 on sale at the time of this post). The excellent clarity of the MM4 60 ED/45 scope and SDLv4 15-45x eyepiece made it hard to justify the extra cost of the Kowas for a very marginal gain in optical performance. I also ruled both Kowas out having fixed eyepieces. Overall, I am very pleased with the Opticron, and it has performed well in a variety of situations. Slik CF-734 tripod with Slik SVH-520 head There were more options for a lighter tripod. This Slik wasn’t on my shortlist but came up when I visited the Birders Store to make a final choice. It’s a full-size, 1.4kg tripod that extends to over 1.6m, yet is only a compact 42cm when folded, which was the key benefit for me. I opted to buy a new head rather than reuse the one on my existing tripod. The SVH-520 is lighter and allowed me to keep my other tripod and a back-up. The CF-734 tripod is ideal for my day-to-day birding needs and performs well; however, I do wonder about stability on a blustery beach. I don’t sea watch that often though, and I can use my old heavier tripod on those rare occasions. Opticron neoprene 50mm tripod strap I have been using a Viking back carrier to haul my tripod and scope around; this has worked generally okay. However, as the Slik-CF734 tripod is too small for it, I had to look at other options. I eventually settled on the Opticron neoprene 50mm tripod strap. I now prefer using the strap over a carrier as the tripod is easier and quicker to put on and take off. Other cheaper straps are available (Opticron do a nylon one at £10 less), the quality and comfort of the neoprene model make the extra cost worth it.
June 12, 2025 at 7:37 AM
birdersstore.bsky.social
The incredible @opticron.bsky.social Aurora BGA VHD are firmly established as one of the finest #birding #binoculars under £1000.

Available in 8x42 & 10x42 they are a serious contender if you're looking for top end optics without the top end price!

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#BirdingGear
September 24, 2026 at 5:58 PM
birdersstore.bsky.social
Enjoy nature to the full.

With the superb all new @opticron.bsky.social Natura WA ED 8x42 and 10x42 #binoculars.

These are the best mid-range binoculars from #Opticron we have seen.

Now in stock online and instore.

⬇️
www.birders-store.co.uk/opticron-nat...

#BirdingGear
July 17, 2025 at 12:21 PM
cleyspy.bsky.social
The newest travel scope from Opticron is now avalable in-store and online!
The MM4 62 is the successor to the incredibly popular MM4 60, offering a brighter, sharper image from a noticeably more compact scope.
Discover more here:
www.cleyspy.co.uk/product/opti...
#UKBirding #BirdingGear
Opticron MM4 62 GA VHD 45 + SDL v4 Spotting Scope Kit | Buy Online at CleySpy
The quality Opticron MM4 62 GA VHD 45 + SDL v4 Spotting Scope Kit is available from CleySpy with a wide range of accessories (other filter)- buy online at fantastic prices
www.cleyspy.co.uk
September 20, 2026 at 12:41 PM
scarpermac.bsky.social
I've taken a long time deciding, havering over which ones. Maxed out my budget, so far extremely happy with my new bins. #BirdingGear @opticron.bsky.social can't wait to test them properly...
Opticron DBA VHD+
October 19, 2024 at 4:45 PM
henharrieraction.bsky.social
This remarkable shot of an Osprey grabbing a fish was taken by 13-year-old Jack Brackley near Rutland Water. He won the Senior Category (13-16 Years) in our Young Wild Photographer competition, sponsored by Opticron.
View all the 2025 winning entries here:
www.henharrierday.uk/news/young-w...
Osprey catching a fish in Oakham, near Rutland Water
September 15, 2025 at 7:16 PM
opticron.bsky.social
Hello and welcome to our new followers!

Founded in the UK in 1970, Opticron are a family-owned business specialising in quality, lightweight optics for watching wildlife. Here we’ll be sharing posts about nature, our products and upcoming events.

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#BirdingGear
November 25, 2024 at 12:13 PM
birdersstore.bsky.social
The Opticron Discovery WP PC 8x32 #binoculars are now available at a great LOW PRICE.

Ultra-compact lightweight body with wide 7.5° field of view, 1.2m close focus and a 5 year manufacturer's warranty.

#FREE lens cleaning accessories included.

🔽
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#UKBirding
September 10, 2024 at 1:22 PM
birdersstore.bsky.social
Enjoy nature to the full.

With the superb all new @opticron.bsky.social Natura WA ED 8x42 and 10x42 #binoculars.

Offering a wide field of view, these are the best mid-range binoculars from #Opticron we have seen.

In stock online and instore 🔽
www.birders-store.co.uk/opticron-nat...

#BirdingGear
November 7, 2025 at 6:28 PM
cleyspy.bsky.social
Opticron remains one of our most popular optics brands, offering fantastic performance-per-pound at every price point.
View our full range here: www.cleyspy.co.uk?post_type=pr...
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January 26, 2026 at 7:18 PM
henharrieraction.bsky.social
We're delighted to announce the winners of our 2026 Young Wild Writers competition, sponsored by Opticron @opticron.bsky.social and judged by Gill Lewis @gilllewis.bsky.social and Gill McLay.
Read the remarkable winning examples of creative writing here:
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Winning Entries | 2026 Young Wild Writers | Hen Harrier Action
Discover all the wonderful winning entries from children and young people in this year's 2026 Young Wild Writers creative writing competition, sponsored by Opticron.
www.henharrierday.uk
August 9, 2026 at 7:07 PM