NEW Phonescope Mobile Phone Microscope - up to 30X Magnification!

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Digiscoping photography, also called spotting scope photography, is simply the act or process of taking pictures with your digital camera, through the lens of an optic telescope. Design is another area where Phone Skope and Magview diverge. Phone Skope’s adapters are robust, hinting at their resilience and ability to withstand the rough-and-tumble of outdoor usage. Their strength, however, comes at the expense of a bulkier look. They understand the market’s diversity and ensure that no matter what brand or model you use, there’s a Phone Skope adapter for you.

Welcome to BirdForum, the internet's largest birding community with thousands of members from all over the world. The forums are dedicated to wild birds, birding, binoculars and equipment and all that goes with it. No software required, just slide the Phonescope onto the phone, over the camera, and explore the world from a different perspective! Requires 3 x AG3 batteries – included If a picture is worth a thousand words, then a video is worth is worth a million! The Phone Skope is capable of all the same features of your smartphone camera, which includes, photos, videos, slow motion videos, applying filters, etc.Premium digiscoping adapters that center smartphone cameras over optics, allowing you to capture pictures and record video. Access The Phone Skope Builder Universal Adapters What is a Phone Skope, exactly? The Phone Skope is an adapter system consisting of a smart phone case ( pictured above) and a complementary optic adapter ring (pictured below) that perfectly align a smart phone’s camera with the eye piece (ocular lens) of a variety of optics, most commonly a spotting scope or binoculars. Put more simply: Smartphone + Spotting Scope + Phone Skope = Digiscope. Wait, what’s a digiscope? Digiscoping is the practice of taking digital photos or videos through a spotting scope or other optic device. While they aim to achieve similar results, there are substantial differences in their approach, compatibility, design, and overall performance. Let’s delve into these key contrasts. Magview, while easy to set up, has faced criticism regarding image quality. Users have found the output not as crisp as Phone Skope’s, marking a significant difference between the two. With the rise of smartphone technology, companies like Phone Skope and Magview have sought to combine the power of optics with the portability of your mobile device. But which brand offers the superior solution? Let’s dive in and compare.

Ready for your close-up? Attach the Phonescope to your phone, camera or tablet and take awesome magnified photos with extraordinary detail! You can magnify objects by up to 30x depending on your device's digital zoom, which makes this a brilliant gift idea for gadget fans, bug hunters and amateur photographers. Solid Build: The adapters are built to last with a sturdy design that can endure the occasional bump or scrape. Slow motion - The app lets users record videos in slow motion, which means capturing numerous frames per second!

Beyond Basic Digiscoping

Mirror Video - The app mirrors live videos while recording, allowing users to see what a video will look like once recorded. Manual controls - Users can alter multiple features in the app manually such as, brightness, contrast, focus, quality, size and many more. Discover a whole new way to bird watching with Phone Skope's digiscoping technology. By combining your smartphone with a high-quality spotting scope or binoculars using the Phone Skope Adapter, you can now capture stunning close-up images and videos of birds in their natural habitat. Learning Curve: While the app is robust, it may take some time for new users to familiarize themselves with all of its functionalities.

Rotation of video: Our app is the only app in store that offers video and image rotation at all angles from 0 to 360. All other apps in store are only offering rotation at 0, 45, 90, 180 and 360 degree.

Magview, in contrast, focuses on a sleek and compact design. Their adapters are lighter and more portable, making them ideal for those who prioritize a minimalistic aesthetic and portability. But this may come at the expense of durability. Digiscoping opens up opportunities for documenting bird behavior and interactions. Whether it's capturing a courtship display, nest building, or feeding habits, the ability to record these moments with your smartphone gives you a valuable tool for research, education, and sharing your passion with others. Through high-quality images and videos, you can contribute to citizen science initiatives and collaborate with fellow birders in identifying and documenting avian species. Price Point: For all its benefits, Phone Skope is on the pricier side. This might deter some potential buyers who are looking for a more budget-friendly option.