With a simple adapter I can take photos through the scope. You will have to purchase some kind of tripod to truly effectively use this. I purchased this item because it was listed as one of the top scopes, and I can see why. It has amazing clarity even at high power zoom. The wide aperture allows nice viewing. It is light weight and fairly easy to use.

I'm looking for a good, compact, high-power monocular, and I have to try it. My first impression was the impressive light collection ability of the 60mm eyepiece. The image is bright, sharp and clear from edge to edge. It's easy to align your eyes with the image. The tight smoothness of the focusing mechanism is first-class. This is really a very useful product. Especially when you hold this product, its design makes your contact closer.Everyone who has used it commented on how convenient and clear it is, just enough not to drag out large observers! With the help of its own three-section tripod，I took some great nature photos, but most of them were for birds. I use this with a tripod.

Great spotting scope for the money! The phone bracket takes a minute to set up, but works great! Very very clear optics. I would put this up against any one of the super expensive brands. You have a nice carrying case that comes with it too.

So I got this after saying all the favorable reviews.. including one where you could clearly see the craters on the moon. You absolutely can. The reason I got this was for the range and unfortunately I haven't been yet. However, just from my back patio I can see everything within eyesight clearly. I NEVER write reviews on products. Just now though I could see the asteroid belt around Saturn. Blew my mind. I can't wait to take it to the range. I have no doubt it'll work perfectly.

This is a real performer for a great price, half of other similar products with the same quality! We have used this scope so far to spy on birds, boats, surfing and to take looks at the moon. It feels very sturdy without being too heavy to carry on for a long time. The images are very crisp, clear and bright (WITHOUT chromatic abbrevation) especially if you are not zoomed in all the way 60X. I wear glasses and it's very easy to use the spotter scope while wearing them without getting dizzy or being uncomfortable. The scope is very well made and has already survived a couple bumps and an unfortunate drop. It's holding up well and it seems like it will for a while. It comes with a protective case and it's 100% waterproof after surviving a few storms. All in all though, it performs better than I would have ever expected for the price and I totally recommend it for anyone who is looking for a high quality telescope in a miniature lightweight size.