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Green 12x56 monocular with smartphone adapter and tripod

12x56 Monocular Telescope Green - Smartphone Adapter Tripod Travel Bag

SKU CH-TM46-R05JH

High-power 12x56 monocular with BAK-4 prism, FMC coating, 6.5° field of view, and included smartphone adapter plus adjustable tripod

  • Part type or number12 × 56
  • AccessoryMounts & Tripods
  • Eyepiece lensPrism
  • Field of view391.7 yards
  • Objective lens56 mm
  • Overall magnification12 multiplier x
  • 12× magnification with 56 mm objective lens delivers bright distant views
  • 25 mm eyepiece and BAK-4 prism provide wide 6.5° field of view
  • Fully multi-coated optics increase light transmission for true-colour images
  • Smartphone adapter and adjustable tripod enable stable 60× digiscoping
  • Includes travel bag and wrist strap for comfortable outdoor carry

12x56 Monocular Telescope

This 12x magnification monocular uses a 56 mm objective lens and a 25 mm eyepiece to deliver a 391.7 yard field of view at 6.5 degrees. Fully multi-coated BAK-4 prism optics increase light transmission for bright, colour-accurant images. The package includes a smartphone adapter and an adjustable tripod for stable, hands-free viewing.

Suitable Uses and Limits

Bird watchers, hikers, hunters and concert-goers who want a single compact optic with phone-capture capability will find the 12x power and wide angle practical. Buyers who need more magnification than 12x, a wider field than 6.5 degrees, or a larger objective than 56 mm should consider other instruments. The fixed 12x zoom cannot be changed for variable-range observation.

Deciding Specification: 12x Magnification

The 12x magnification defines the reach of this monocular, letting you resolve detail at distances up to 1200 yards. Combined with a smartphone camera it can reach an effective 60x view for photos. If your activity demands higher or adjustable power, this fixed 12x model will not meet that requirement.

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Price $54.99
Cheaper than about 62% of the 1,401 comparable items (median $93.99).

Specifications

Product
Model name12 × 56
Part number12 × 56
Part type or number12 × 56
Product typeStandard
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Field of view391.7 yards
Size & build
Size or dimensions3 in × 3 in × 12 in
Compatibility
Compatible withSmartphone
In the box
AccessoryMounts & Tripods
More details
Eyepiece lensPrism
Objective lens56 mm
Overall magnification12 multiplier x

Questions about this item

How do I attach the smartphone adapter and tripod, and what step do people often miss?

Mount the phone in the spring-loaded adapter, slide the adapter onto the eyepiece until it seats firmly, then extend the tripod legs to one of the three length settings and lock both rotation joints before aiming.

What parts will need cleaning or replacement after extended outdoor use?

The fully multi-coated objective and eyepiece lenses should be cleaned with a microfiber cloth and lens solution; the BAK-4 prism is sealed and requires no service, while the wrist strap and tripod joints may wear over time.

At what distance does image shake become the limiting factor during prolonged viewing?

At the full 12× magnification (or 60× with a 5× phone camera), hand tremor limits stability beyond a few hundred yards, so the adjustable tripod is essential for steady observation at the 391.7-yard field-of-view edge.

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