Compact Spotter Review | Vortex Razor vs Swarovski STC vs Maven S.2
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- čas přidán 31. 08. 2023
- For just the results, navigate to the last 5 minutes or so. For the full effect, pour a glass of whatever you like, sit back, and enjoy this "glassing-with-your-buddies" -style review!
Want to see more true comparisons like this? Let us know in the comments!
Swarovski ATC/STC at Outdoorsmans
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Vortex Razor HD 13-39 at Oudoorsmans
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Maven S.2 at Maven
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Weight Correction!
Vortex Razor: 28.6 oz
Maven S.2: 34 oz
Swarovski STC: 35 oz
I know its a pain in the arse but if you guys do something like this again can you please attempt to do phone footage through the scopes :) It helps us so much by seeing through them
Nice to hear your experience in reviewing these optics.
Right on
Great review I really like the format. After owning the NL 12s I’d have to go swaro after being a welder for 13 years my eyes are a lot more sensitive than they used to be. lesser quality glass really strains my eyes so long glassing sessions are way easier behind great glass
Great video. The FOV on the Swaro is mind blowing. Probably a big reason for less eye fatigue.
Thank you, gentlemen.
Our pleasure!
Awesome guys .I pack around my BTX with me on couesdeer hunt I just need something lighter .thanks for the review..
Right on Armando!
Excellent review. As with most things it's a compromise.
Great video. I have the STC and love it. Just got back from a MT sheep hunt and was spotting ewes 2.5 miles away. Just as goos as my ATS even a the lower power.
Very nice!
Swaro is a niche optic, if I wanted to drop 2K plus I’m going full size. The maven is nice, well built, and definitely not a bad choice but lacks optical reach for me. I haven’t been a fan of vortex for quite some time but am objective enough to say I think they knocked it out of the park on this new razor. However, I believe most guys are going to be comparing this new razor to the Maven CS1, Athlon Ares, and lower Kowas.
Thanks. For the review
Our pleasure!
I'm considering both ATC and kowa 553. Over here the kowa 553 is only usd520 cheaper than ATC and only comes with 1 year warranty compared to 10 years from swarov. With a wider fov and potential higher resale value, more compact, it makes more sense to go with ATC for me.
I'd like to see how a Leupold GR HD stacks up against these, as it's kind of in between price of the Swaro and the others.
I'd say the GR scopes are a great option. We haven't tested the actual compact series, but those seem very promising as well. As for the GR 12-40x60, it's got all the characteristics that we look for.
It's lightweight, the optics are plenty good, and the durability factor is a big bonus with anything from Leupold, especially the Gold Ring line. We'll keep this in mind for future reviews!
Great format boys, you've helped me out immensely.
I'm in Australia so paying double your quoted prices but the Maven is still looking like a go for me.
I run their 18x56 binos and rate them highly
Glad to help! You'll like it.
How does the leupold gold ring 12/40 compare to theses three? I know it weighs a little more I am looking for a 1 purchase scope for hunting and limited range use would you recommend leupokd?
We like the Gold Ring and I'd say it easily competes with the Maven and Vortex. Is it worth the extra $500? With Leupold's reputation for durability, it might be.
If I were just buying one all-around spotting scope, I would take a hard look at a Zeiss Gavia 85 or at least a 65mm scope with HD glass and 50-60 power.
Thank you
Ooh, what "ball-head" is being used on the Swaro scope?
That's the Outdoorsmans Gen II Pistol Grip head. Coming soon 👀
Can we see a digi scope image out of these side by side?
We'll get to work on that!
For the blue collar working guy thats a diy hunter does the razor make the most sense?
For the purpose of a compact spotter, yes. If you think you might be glassing more than 800-1000 yards, you might want to look into more of a full-size scope. Brody will be happy to help you decide if you give him a call at Outdoorsmans! 1-800-291-8065
@@westernhunter looking for a compact, our group. Has 85 razor and a 85 Maven so I wanted to add a compact for long pack in trips.
@@michaelcardin3467 The compact Razor will be great for that 👍Outdoorsmans has both the straight and angled in stock right now! They might even cut you a deal if you mention this video.
What did you guys score the kowa?
As Brody said, we didn't get to use it for this review because the one we had was sold. That said, optically, the Kowa is a close second. Construction-wise, it's slightly lacking due to the lack of rubber armoring. Great choice if you add a decent case for quite a bit less than the ATC/STC.
Have owned the kowa 554 and Swarovski compact spotter. Sold the Swarovski. In the field with my eyes the kowa was better. Still love my Swarovski binoculars though.
Care to share in which aspect is kowa better than STC?
@@shem44 When I was glassing cut cornfields I could get a clearer image with the kowa.
@@rooftop7089 Given that kowa is using 100% fluorite, I'm not really surprised the image is better. But STC wide FOV is really a charmer.
@@shem44 it definitely does have a wider fov but I use my spotter more for sizing up an animal once I spot them with my binoculars. So a bigger fov was not as important to me. Both are quality units
Since ratings are subjective, there’s an argument that you shouldn’t discuss them until all reviewers have finished their evaluations.
Think that vortex is only 28.6 oz so 6 oz lighter than the other 2
That is correct! I think Brody weighed it on his own (slightly sketchy) scale before we had official specs.
Show some views though the scopes, it's just a bunch of guys talking to each other
We intentionally didn't show that because optic quality typically does not translate via video. You were warned!
Maven had the most unfriendly salespeople Ive ver met at the Portland Oregon outdoors expo. Would much rather buy from other brands
Sorry you had that experience! We have always had great dealings with them.
Did you create this video for hunters to show their wives, to help justify this purchase??
Only if it's working!
It worked, I bought him the STC 🤣🤦🏻♀️
You deserve an award!