Vortex Scope for observing the moon

Are you fascinated by the silvery beauty of the moon in the cloudless sky? Moon observation is an obsession with many. So, why not try a spotting scope to observe the moon and wonder at its beauty? A Vortex scope is the best buy for this purpose.

Spotting scopes are akin to telescopes from some angles. Though this optical instrument is designed to be used mainly on land, it is good for viewing the sky, observing the moon and gazing at the twinkling starts as well. Usually telescopes are preferred, if astronomy is the principal purpose. While telescopes deliver inverted images of the target, Vortex scopes give true images of the target. In addition, a spotting scope is smaller and lighter than a telescope. Spotting scopes offer comfortable use along with portability, irrespective of the place where the scopes are used.

Tips on how to observe the moon using a spotting scope

The moon appears in varying phases at different times. Decide on the phase of the moon which you would like to observe using a spotting scope. Spotting the full moon is easier than spotting the partial moon phases. Vortex scope is an ideal use for observing the moon even when it is in the crescent shape.

Using Vortex scopes with variable magnification range is recommended so that you can adjust the magnification by increasing or decreasing the range as per requirement. Usually with incresed magnification, it is easy to spot smaller areas of and delicate details on the moon's surface. However, too much magnification is also not good.

Learn adjusting the scope aperture properly. The higher the aperture is set on a spotting scope, the brighter the image of the moon is. Set the aperture lower when the moon is brighter . It helps observe the details in the shadowed parts of the moon, using a Vortex scope .

You had better keep the spotting scope on a tripod, instead of holding it in the hand. It is because you may miss out on identifying some details of the moon due to a slight movement of your hand. Usually it happens when you use the spotting scope at higher mangnification. Using a tripod to keep the scope steady in direction of the moon and the moon in focus is a better as well as wiser option. However, using small-size Vortex scopes does not require a tripod.