Author Archives: Reviewer

Olivon TRB-22 ball head.

Posted on August 2, 2012 by Reviewer

The Olivon TRB-22 ball head is a great low cost solution for small cameras and spotting scopes.  A nice feature is the mounting plate, that can be inverted to become a flash hot shoe.

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Olivon TRM-148 Monopod review

Posted on August 2, 2012 by Reviewer

The Olivon TRM-148 is a high quality and sturdy aluminium mono-pod. Comes complete with a very good soft case.  Fully adjustable height from 55cm to 148cm. The top section has a useful “twist” tension grip. This is perfect for fine height … Continue reading →

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Celestron Granite ED 10×50 & 12×50 binoculars. New for 2012

Posted on August 2, 2012 by Reviewer

New for 2012 are the Celestron Granite ED 12×50 and 10×50 binoculars. ED glass, high grade prisms and 50mm objective lenses make them ideal for low light observations, as well as bright conditions. Presented in an attractive and light weight … Continue reading →

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Olivon TRH-16 tripod head review

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Reviewer

  To test the new Olivon TRH-16 head, I used on an Olivon TR189 tripod and mounted a 25×100 pair of binoculars weighing 4.7kg on top. First thing that I noticed was the very small tension adjuster for the tilt. At first it seemed … Continue reading →

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Olivon TR154-11 tripod review

Posted on July 31, 2012 by Reviewer

                    To put the Olivon TR-154-11 through its paces, I used a pair of 100mm binoculars. A pair of binoculars weighing 4.7kgs should be a test for any tripod. The TR-154 was up to the job. The TR-154 comes packaged … Continue reading →

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Olivon TR-150 tripod (leg section) review

Posted on July 30, 2012 by Reviewer

Today was my first chance to check the build quality of the Olivon TR-150 tripod (leg section). Before opening the box, I got my first surprise. Feels much more heavy (a good thing) than I was expecting.  Opening the box … Continue reading →

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New Skywatcher AZ-GOTO telescope spec

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Reviewer

  New for 2012.   The Skywatcher Synscan AZ GOTO telescopes listed below are now being supplied as standard with a x2 Barlow lens. All prices remain unchanged. The x2 Deluxe Achromatic Barlow (with T-thread) is included with all below models except … Continue reading →

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Hawke Premier 8×42, 10×42 binoculars. Now available in Camo

Posted on July 27, 2012 by Reviewer

New to the Hawke Optics Premier 10×42 and 8×42 binoculars range is the Camo version. This new stylish body will compliment your camo gloves and clothes , and aid being able to see, without being seen. Or you could purchase … Continue reading →

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Hawke Nature-Trek 7×30 binoculars. Customer review

Posted on July 23, 2012 by Reviewer

A customer came to the Northern Optics retail outlet with £60-£80 to spend on a general use pair of binoculars. Despite trying more expensive 8×42 and 8×25 binoculars, they were drawn back to the Hawke Nature-Trek 7×30 binoculars. Not because they … Continue reading →

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Skywatcher Explorer 130PDS OTA. New product for 2012

Posted on June 27, 2012 by Reviewer

  The new Skywatcher Explorer 130PDS OTA is the latest in the line up. It uses the same high quality mirror as the 130P, but has been upgraded with a dual speed 10:1 focuser, and a slightly shorter tube to … Continue reading →

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