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Solitude HD Spotting Scope Series

Full‑size view in a pack‑size scope.

Most Packable Solitude HD 9-27x56 Micro 9-27x56 Micro 21.6 oz · ED glass$299.97
Most Reach Solitude HD 15-45x65 Compact 15-45x65 Compact 45x zoom · 65 mm HD$399.97
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Serious optical reach in a package light enough to carry all day. Fully multi-coated glass, a 45° angled eyepiece for hours of comfortable glassing, and an IPX5, nitrogen-purged build — in two sizes.

9-27x56 Micro — SM1103515-45x65 Compact — SM11036

Every Control Where You Need It

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Solitude HD 15-45x65 Compact spotting scope with feature callouts

45° Eyepiece Zoom Ring Rubber Armor Focus Dial Rotating Collar Arca-Swiss Foot HD Glass
  • 45° Angled Eyepiece

    Glass seated or upslope without raising the tripod. Twist-up eyecup.

  • 15-45x Zoom Ring

    3x optical zoom from one eyepiece.

  • Rubber Armor, IPX5

    Water-resistant, nitrogen-purged and fogproof for rain, dust and cold mornings.

  • Streamlined Focus Dial

    Helical focus for smooth, quick, repeatable adjustments.

  • Rotating Collar

    Swing the eyepiece clear of the rifle, or turn it to a second viewer without moving the tripod.

  • Built-In Arca-Swiss Foot

    Drops straight onto an Arca-Swiss head, plus a standard 1/4"-20 thread.

  • 65 mm HD Glass

    Fully multi-coated, with AR-coated Porro and Half-Penta prisms. Roughly 80% light transmission and a 54.1 twilight factor.

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Choose your glass

Two sizes. One standard.

Go ultralight with the Micro when every ounce is scrutinized, or step up to the Compact for more reach and more light at dawn and dusk.

Your pick Solitude HD 9-27x56 Micro — SM11035 $299.97
Simulated view through the Solitude HD: whitetail buck and does feeding in an autumn field 9x

Simulated view. Zoom scales with magnification: at 45x the buck appears 5x larger than at 9x. Field-of-view numbers are Sightmark’s published specs.

Field of view at 1,000 yards

From the Whole Field to Every Time.

A 3x zoom range lets you sweep a whole field at low power, then zoom in to judge a buck without swapping eyepieces. Pick a model and turn the dial. The view shows exactly the field width Sightmark publishes at each power.

Per 1,000 yds
231ft
Per 1,000 m
76.8m

Published spec at minimum power.

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Observer glassing with the Solitude HD Micro on a tripod

Who it's for

Find your fit

Backcountry & DIY Hunters

Micro

When everything rides on your back, the 21.6 oz Micro earns its space. The angled eyepiece and Arca-Swiss plate work with the shooting tripod you already carry.

Birders & Wildlife Observers

Both

The angled design favored in premium birding optics. Choose the Micro's 8.2 ft close focus for nearby subjects, or the Compact's 54.1 twilight factor for dawn and dusk.

Digiscopers & Content Creators

Both

Mount a phone or DSLR adapter to document sightings and capture footage of distant subjects for later review or sharing.

Guided Groups & Shared Glassing

Compact

The rotating collar with locking knob lets a second viewer take the eyepiece without touching the tripod — ideal for guided hunts and birding outings.

Side by side

Full Specifications

Solitude HDSpecSM110359-27x56 MicroSM1103615-45x65 Compact
Magnification9-27x15-45x
Objective lens2.20 in56 mm2.56 in65 mm
Optical zoom ratio3x3x
Glass typeEDHD
Lens coatingFully multi-coatedFully multi-coated
Prism typeBK7Porro & Half-Penta
Prism coatingPhase correctionAR
Light transmission~85%80%
Twilight factor38.954.1
Resolution<4.85″<3″
Viewing
Field of view, linear (min / max power)231 / 113 ft @ 1000 yds76.8 / 37.5 m @ 1000 m133 / 69.6 ft @ 1000 yds44.3 / 23.2 m @ 1000 m
Field of view, angular (min / max power)4.4° / 2.2°2.5° / 1.3°
Apparent field of view60°60°
Eye relief0.71 in18 mm0.76 in (min) / 0.67 in (max)19.2 mm (min) / 17 mm (max)
Exit pupil0.08 in2 mm0.17 in (min) / 0.06 in (max)4.2 mm (min) / 1.4 mm (max)
Close focus8.2 ft2.5 m32.8 ft10 m
Eyepiece typeAngled 45°Angled 45°
Eyepiece diameter1.8 in45 mm2.32 in59 mm
Build
Weight21.6 oz612 g55.9 oz1585 g
Dimensions (L x W x H)7.7 x 2.8 x 4.7 in194.5 x 70.5 x 120 mm13.4 x 3.5 x 6.8 in340 x 90 x 172 mm
IP ratingIPX5IPX5
Purge gasNitrogenNitrogen
Operating temperature14° to 122°F-10° to 50°C14° to 140°F-10° to 60°C
MaterialAluminum, polymer, rubberAluminum, polymer, PVC
Mounting1/4"-20 thread + included Arca-Swiss adapter plate1/4"-20 thread + integrated Arca-Swiss foot
In the box
IncludedArca-Swiss adapter plate, carrying case, objective & eyepiece lens covers, cleaning cloth, manualCarrying case, objective & eyepiece lens covers, cleaning cloth, manual

Bold marks where one model has the edge. Specifications from Sightmark spec sheets.

FAQ

Before you buy

Quick answers about choosing, mounting and using the Solitude HD.

01Micro or Compact — which should I get?

If weight and packability come first, get the Micro: 21.6 oz and 7.7 inches long, with ED glass and an included Arca-Swiss plate. If you want more magnification (up to 45x), a brighter image in low light, and a rotating collar for sharing the view, get the Compact.

02Can I take photos through it?

Yes. Both models have a digiscoping-optimized eyepiece that works with popular smartphone and DSLR adapters. Adapters are sold separately.

03Will it fit my tripod?

Both mount to Arca-Swiss heads and standard 1/4"-20 threads. The Micro includes an Arca-Swiss adapter plate; the Compact has an Arca-Swiss foot built in.

04Is it waterproof?

Both scopes are IPX5 rated — protected against water jets and rain — and nitrogen-purged to prevent internal fogging. They are not rated for submersion.

05What comes in the box?

Micro: Arca-Swiss adapter plate, carrying case, objective and eyepiece lens covers, cleaning cloth and instruction manual. Compact: carrying case, objective and eyepiece lens covers, cleaning cloth and instruction manual.

Micro vs. Compact

Pick your Solitude.

Same Solitude HD glass family, two very different jobs. ▲ marks where each model has the edge.

Most packable
Solitude HD 9-27x56 Micro

SM11035

9-27x56 Micro

$299.97

  • Magnification9-27x
  • Objective lens56 mm
  • Twilight factor38.9
  • Light transmission~85%
  • Close focus8.2 ft
  • Weight21.6 oz
  • Length7.7 in
  • GlassED
  • Rotating collar—
  • Arca-SwissPlate included

Best for: pack-in hunts, travel and birding trips where every ounce counts.

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Most reach
Solitude HD 15-45x65 Compact

SM11036

15-45x65 Compact

$399.97

  • Magnification15-45x
  • Objective lens65 mm
  • Twilight factor54.1
  • Light transmission80%
  • Close focus32.8 ft
  • Weight55.9 oz
  • Length13.4 in
  • GlassHD
  • Rotating collarYes
  • Arca-SwissBuilt-in foot

Best for: long-range glassing, dawn and dusk, and sharing the view with a partner.

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