Question 1

What’s the difference between this one and the cheaper models that are also 20-60x80?

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I compared this ED model and the cheaper HD model ($179) side by side.  I found this one has significantly larger FOV.  This one has a wider eyepiece, making it more comfortable for long time viewing. Other than these, the two models perform very similarly in terms of image clarity and resolution.  I did not find the dual-focus feature very helpful.  When I change the zoom, I still have to refocus, just like the cheaper model.  I ended up using the fine-tune nob all the time, never needed the fast focus.   This scope is larger in size and much heavier, which is a deal breaker for me.  Besides, the tripod adapter on this model is inferior, less compatible to many tripod brand than the $179 model.  I am a casual wildlife observer.  The cheaper model just fits the bill.  If I were a serious birder or hunter, I would probably invest in a top model of Swarovski or Zeiss.

Question 2

What is the warranty?

Accepted Answer

It has a lifetime warranty if you register it with Gosky within 21 days of purchase.  If you don't register it, it's just a 1 year warranty.  A card in the box tells you how to register it online.

Question 3

Is this spotting scope good at 1000 yds?

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bought this for my daughter for her birthday. At her lake cottage she photographed a bald eagle across her lake and it was very vivid.  could have been that far

Question 4

What attachment fits for a nikon dslr camera? i thought i could use this gosky scope with my nikon camera, but all i can find is phone attachments.

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These worked to attach my Nikon D5200 to the Gosky 20-60x80 Dual Focusing ED Spotting Scope.  I'm still trying to figure out how to use it though as there is no aperture control without a Nikon lens attached (I am in manual mode).
Scope to T-ring adapter:  https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B08JPK7VMM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
T-ring and telescope T-adapter: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B08JPK7VMM/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_asin_title_o00_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Note:  The telescope T-adapter isn't needed to attach the Nikon to the Gosky, but since it was included with the T-ring and I had a telescope it would work on I ordered this instead of just getting the T-ring adapter alone.  The price difference was negligible.

ASIN	B083BCR6T3
Additional Features	Focus Knob
Age Range Description	Adult
Best Sellers Rank	#38,968 in Sports & Outdoors ( See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors ) #9 in Spotting Scopes
Brand	Gosky
Built-In Media	spotting scopes
Coating	Fully Multi-Coated
Compatible Devices	Smartphone
Customer Reviews	4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (624)
Exit Pupil Diameter	4.25 millimeters
Eye Piece Lens Description	Prism
Field Of View	1.4 degrees
Finderscope	Reflex
Focal Length Description	20-60x
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Item Dimensions D x W x H	4"D x 16"W x 6"H
Item Weight	4.4 pounds
Manufacturer	Gosky
Manufacturer Part Number	SP-DUAL206080ED
Model Name	25-75x80
Model Number	SP-DUAL206080ED
Mount	Tripod Mount
Number of Items	1
Objective Lens Diameter	80
Power Source	No Power
UPC	710280942296
Warranty Description	1 year
Zoom Ratio	25 multiplier_x

Gosky 25-75x80 Spotting Scope for Wildlife

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