It’s a monocular, which is great, because often with age our eyes have slightly different vision strengths and I simply don’t want to go outside always wearing glasses and using binoculars with them starts causing a headache. My right eye is better than my left and using my Zeiss Conquest binoculars always gives me a slight discomfort without glasses. The Range Master was pretty much the best solution I wasn’t looking for.
For one, its lightweight and super compact. More compact than my Zeiss HD Conquest 8x42!
Using only one eye and one hand for viewing and focus feels like I can focus more intensely when using this monocular on a specific object. It somehow pulls out details I haven’t seen before and is more focused than the wider view of my binoculars.
We have purchased a few monoculars here on amazon before and most of them are small toys from china claiming to have funny numbers like 100x80, tricking people who don’t know much about optics. This here on the other hand can be used professionally.
I took the Range Master on a birding trip and haven’t missed my Conquest for one second. Considering the price difference, this is simply crazy.
The Range Master is super sharp and bright.
I use optics more in the traditional sense, so for me the smartphone adapter and the whole digiscoping thing was not really a big factor, but I have to confess that I was wrong.
On my manfrotto tripod with the smartphone attached, the Range Master literally transform into a panorama spotting scope with my iPhone 14 Pro MAX 6.7” inch screen, I can use the smartphones autofocus, video recording and image capture and even zoom feature.
The internal smartphone camera also has innate stabilization which locks focus on the target. With the flexible tripod head, which can be moved in all direction, you can easily follow a bird in flight, without loosing focus, all automatic on my big smartphone screen. I simply sit back and enjoy the view. Wow, truly fascinating technology!
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| Sold By | Python Optic Store | AMITHER | five color | Amazon.com | HuiHui US | HANYI US |
| focal length | — | — | — | 21 millimeters | 21 millimeters | 288ft/1000yds |
| focus type | Manual Focus | Manual Focus | Manual Focus | 🎁Gifts for Mens | Manual Focus | Manual Focus |
| zoom ratio | 12 multiplier x | 80 multiplier x | 12 multiplier x | 12 | 12 | 12 |
| eye piece lens | Prism | Monocentric | Prism | Prism | Prism | Prism |
| objective lens diameter | 52 millimeters | 42 millimeters | 56 millimeters | 56 millimeters | 50 millimeters | 60 millimeters |
| lens coating | Fully Broadband Multi-Coated | Fully Multi-Coated | Fully Multi-Coated XLT Coated | Fully Multi-Coated | Fully Multi-Coated | Fully Multi-Coated XLT Coated |
| field of view | 273 feet | 363 feet | 1000 yards | 325 feet | — | 6.5 degrees |
| weight | 579 grams | 10.23 ounces | 1 pounds | 15.8 ounces | 14 ounces | 500 grams |
Product Description
Python Range Master 12x52 Features
Large Eyepiece—One Hand Focus
Comfortable eye relief and a bright and clear eyepiece offer a great viewing experience with and without glasses.
Universal Phone Adapter
Attach your smartphone and a tripod for breathtaking long-range videos and images.
Waterproof and Fogproof
Nitrogen-filled and o-ring sealed to prevent fogging, clouding, and moisture damage. Durable construction. Works in extreme weather conditions.
Anti-Shake Hand Strap
The newly designed Python hand strap helps you hold the monocular more securely in your hand, is super comfortable, and helps stabilize the view.
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CONNECT YOUR SMARTPHONE
Ultra HD Pocket Telescope!
Included smartphone adapter transforms your smartphone into a long-range zoom monocular telescope.
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CAPTURE AND SHARE
4K & 8K images & videos
Attach your smartphone to instantly capture & share images and videos with your family and friends.
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ULTIMATE TRAVEL PARTNER
Don't miss beautiful moments!
The fascination for faraway stars, colorful birds, and beautiful nature up close never disappears!
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PERFECT FIT FOR EVERYONE
We bring you closer.
This complete All-in-One gift set comes with a handmade leather bag, smartphone adapter + hand strap
1 Connect your Smartphone 2 Capture & Share 3 Great for Travel 4 The Perfect Gift Set
Wide Field of View
See more details and more of the scene, making it easier to locate your subject when spotting birds and wildlife amid trees and landscapes.
Rigorous Quality Control
We use German SHOTT glass to ensure that our Range Master lives up to its reputation. All units are quality-controlled here in San Diego, California.
Lightweight Magnesium Alloy
We searched for the lightest and most durable material for our Ultra HD Range Master. Magnesium alloy is much lighter and more durable than aluminum.
Ultra HD—ED Glass
The Range Master reaches up to 91% light transmission, delivering edge-edge sharpness and impressive color fidelity with Super Multi Coated Lenses.
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My new birdwatching Machine, kids love it too!!
I just purchased this scope, and I have to say, I'm blown away by the image quality. We are surrounded by really beautiful nature where I live and this scope captures it all in excellent clarity. I can't believe what I was missing! The clarity, sharpness, and colors are simply stunning. I've used binoculars before, but none of them have come close to the level of detail I can see with this one.Whether I'm using it for birdwatching, hiking, or just observing nature around me, this Python 12x52 puts a smile on my face every day! It's super easy to adjust and focus, and even my 8-year-old loves it. The 12x magnification is perfect for getting up really, really close. I can see the small hairs on a bird's wing.It's not the cheapest option out there, but who in the world wants their eyes to be damaged by cheap plastic glass? Definitely not me or my kids! I always pay a premium for good optics, and the quality and performance here make more than up for the price.If you want to see the world in a whole new way, the Python 12x52 Range Master Ultra HD is definitely the way to go!
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Reviewed in the United States on January 30, 2023
Reviewed in the United States on June 25, 2023
The Python 12x52 Range Master Ultra HD is a very nice monocular, but for the price ($299.97 at the time of this review), I expected more.
The Monocular Itself
Holding the Range Master HD, it feels like a high-quality product and looks better than a lot of "alphabet-soup-brand" products available online. It produces very clear images, but even if you have very steady hands, you'll need a tripod to get the most value out of it; to be clear: that's not a quality issue with the monocular, but a side-effect of the 12x magnification it provides. As a point of reference, I can read small, far-away text more easily with a weaker 8x monocular than I can while holding the Range Master HD; once a tripod is introduced, the Range Master HD gains the clear advantage (no pun intended).
I often test new gear by looking at the wildlife in our backyard though a glass window before eventually taking it outdoors. In the case of the Range Master HD, this initial test proved to be very disappointing because I had trouble focusing it with or without a tripod. Through additional testing (including proper outdoor use) I determined that the Range Master HD is more sensitive to being used behind glass than any other monoculars, binoculars, or camera lenses I own, so look elsewhere if this is your intended use. If you plan to use the monocular while outside, it produces very nice, sharp images -- but you're not likely to spot small, intricate details on a far away bird (or animal of your choice) without the aid of a tripod or other stabilizing device.
Everything Else
The included padded hand strap is unnecessarily bulky, looks and feels cheap compared to the monocular, and is tricky to fit in the carrying case. I replaced mine with a simple silicone band.
The included smartphone adapter works well enough, but it's the same, cheap plastic adapter you'll find with a $20 monocular. Again, it works fine, but it's hardly worthy of being included with a $300 bundle, especially considering that the Python website hints at the fact that it was Python who was the first to "offer this functionality."
The "leather" carrying case is a vintage-looking vinyl atrocity -- I'd say it needs to go back to the 1980s and stay there, but that would be an insult to the hard case of my Bushnell binoculars which are actually from the 80s. A simple ballistic nylon case would have been a better choice for a modern monocular. The case does work, but you'll find yourself fighting to stuff the hand strap into it, and there is no room for the phone adapter.
Did I mention I actually like the Range Master HD? There's a lot to like (check out the lengthy description), but at this price, I would have expected premium-quality accessories, and maybe even ED glass.
The Monocular Itself
Holding the Range Master HD, it feels like a high-quality product and looks better than a lot of "alphabet-soup-brand" products available online. It produces very clear images, but even if you have very steady hands, you'll need a tripod to get the most value out of it; to be clear: that's not a quality issue with the monocular, but a side-effect of the 12x magnification it provides. As a point of reference, I can read small, far-away text more easily with a weaker 8x monocular than I can while holding the Range Master HD; once a tripod is introduced, the Range Master HD gains the clear advantage (no pun intended).
I often test new gear by looking at the wildlife in our backyard though a glass window before eventually taking it outdoors. In the case of the Range Master HD, this initial test proved to be very disappointing because I had trouble focusing it with or without a tripod. Through additional testing (including proper outdoor use) I determined that the Range Master HD is more sensitive to being used behind glass than any other monoculars, binoculars, or camera lenses I own, so look elsewhere if this is your intended use. If you plan to use the monocular while outside, it produces very nice, sharp images -- but you're not likely to spot small, intricate details on a far away bird (or animal of your choice) without the aid of a tripod or other stabilizing device.
Everything Else
The included padded hand strap is unnecessarily bulky, looks and feels cheap compared to the monocular, and is tricky to fit in the carrying case. I replaced mine with a simple silicone band.
The included smartphone adapter works well enough, but it's the same, cheap plastic adapter you'll find with a $20 monocular. Again, it works fine, but it's hardly worthy of being included with a $300 bundle, especially considering that the Python website hints at the fact that it was Python who was the first to "offer this functionality."
The "leather" carrying case is a vintage-looking vinyl atrocity -- I'd say it needs to go back to the 1980s and stay there, but that would be an insult to the hard case of my Bushnell binoculars which are actually from the 80s. A simple ballistic nylon case would have been a better choice for a modern monocular. The case does work, but you'll find yourself fighting to stuff the hand strap into it, and there is no room for the phone adapter.
Did I mention I actually like the Range Master HD? There's a lot to like (check out the lengthy description), but at this price, I would have expected premium-quality accessories, and maybe even ED glass.
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Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2023
Whether I'm using it for birdwatching, hiking, or just observing nature around me, this Python 12x52 puts a smile on my face every day! It's super easy to adjust and focus, and even my 8-year-old loves it. The 12x magnification is perfect for getting up really, really close. I can see the small hairs on a bird's wing.
It's not the cheapest option out there, but who in the world wants their eyes to be damaged by cheap plastic glass? Definitely not me or my kids! I always pay a premium for good optics, and the quality and performance here make more than up for the price.
If you want to see the world in a whole new way, the Python 12x52 Range Master Ultra HD is definitely the way to go!
My new birdwatching Machine, kids love it too!!
Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2023
I just purchased this scope, and I have to say, I'm blown away by the image quality. We are surrounded by really beautiful nature where I live and this scope captures it all in excellent clarity. I can't believe what I was missing! The clarity, sharpness, and colors are simply stunning. I've used binoculars before, but none of them have come close to the level of detail I can see with this one.Reviewed in the United States on April 13, 2023
Whether I'm using it for birdwatching, hiking, or just observing nature around me, this Python 12x52 puts a smile on my face every day! It's super easy to adjust and focus, and even my 8-year-old loves it. The 12x magnification is perfect for getting up really, really close. I can see the small hairs on a bird's wing.
It's not the cheapest option out there, but who in the world wants their eyes to be damaged by cheap plastic glass? Definitely not me or my kids! I always pay a premium for good optics, and the quality and performance here make more than up for the price.
If you want to see the world in a whole new way, the Python 12x52 Range Master Ultra HD is definitely the way to go!
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Reviewed in the United States on September 9, 2023
