Used Opticron 8x20 gallery Scopre Monocular
Condition & contents
| Grading | Like New, early jVersion, made in Japan |
|---|---|
| Testing | Fully tested |
| Warranty | 12 month warranty |
| Includes | Case/Caps /Box |
At a glance: Opticron Gallery Scope 8x20 - compact close-focus monocular for detail/gallery use.
About this lens
The Opticron Gallery Scope 8x20 is a compact monocular-style close-focus optical aid, designed originally for art gallery and museum use. 8x magnification, very close focus (down to around 0.2m), single-eyepiece monocular rather than binocular. Useful as a pocket spotter for detail work.
Build & handling
| Configuration | 8x20 monocular (8x magnification, 20mm objective) |
|---|---|
| Prism type | Roof prism (compact) |
| Coating | Multi-coated |
| Close focus | Approx. 0.20m (very close - designed for detail inspection) |
| Weight | Approx. 70g |
| Water/fog proof | No |
Works with
- Lanyard cord (included on most units)
Best for
A specialist close-focus monocular - originally designed for gallery and museum visitors to examine paintings and artifacts up close, also useful for birdwatching in dense cover, stamp/coin collecting, and any detail-inspection task. Monocular (single eyepiece) rather than binocular, making it smaller and lighter - you look through one eye only.
Frequently asked questions
Is this a binocular or monocular?
Monocular - single optical tube, you look through one eye. Lighter, smaller and less expensive than a binocular, at the cost of stereoscopic (depth-perceiving) viewing.
Why does it focus so close?
The Gallery Scope's signature feature - close-focus down to around 20cm lets you examine paintings, maps, stamps and fine details as though using a magnifying glass. Normal binoculars typically won't focus closer than 2-5m.