Used Optolyth TBS 80 w/ 30x WW Angled Scope
Condition & contents
| Grading | Please enquire for current condition |
|---|---|
| Testing | Fully tested |
| Warranty | Included |
| Includes | Please enquire |
At a glance: Optolyth TBS 80 + 30x WW eyepiece - heritage German 80mm spotting scope with wide-angle eyepiece.
About this lens
An Optolyth TBS 80 with 30x WW angled scope body - Optolyth was a respected German optics brand in the 1990s-2000s, and the TBS 80 was their 80mm spotting scope. The 30x WW (Wide Angle) fixed eyepiece is a birding-friendly configuration. Heritage German optics at a typically affordable used price.
Build & handling
| Type | Spotting scope (heritage) |
|---|---|
| Body | Optolyth TBS 80 (80mm objective, angled body) |
| Eyepiece | 30x WW (Wide-angle fixed) |
| Typical weight | Approx. 1100g body + eyepiece |
| Waterproofing | Variant-dependent |
| Angle | Angled body |
Works with
- Optolyth eyepiece mount (may accept Zeiss/other adapters depending on variant)
- Standard 1/4"-20 tripod thread
Best for
A heritage German spotting scope - Optolyth's reputation was for solid optical quality at prices well below the Austrian/German alpha brands (Zeiss, Leica, Swarovski). The TBS 80 is their 80mm enthusiast spotting scope. The 30x wide-angle fixed eyepiece is a classic birding choice - enough magnification for identification, wider-than-zoom field of view for comfortable scanning.
Frequently asked questions
Is Optolyth still in business?
Optolyth optics is less well-known today than it was; the brand continues in some regions. Used Optolyth gear remains available and usable - heritage German optical quality at bargain prices compared to alpha-brand alternatives.
Specifications
| Body Type | Angled |
|---|---|
| Eyepiece Type | Fixed |
| Condition | Used |
| Brand | Optolyth |