Help with first spotting scope vortex vs leupold

[gcronin]

Hi all I’m looking for some guidance on a spotter. I’m looking at the two below (pics and links)
I have done research and everyone says to spend more money, but I’m really on a budget… I’ll be on my first western hunt chasing public land mule deer in MT this fall and I’ll use it whitetail scouting from the road.

Any guidance on the pros and cons of each would be beneficial I’d appreciate it.

thank you

Diamondback HD 16-48x65 (Angled)

Glassing out west demands an HD optic, but other systems can't get you the clarity you need to see a tail twitch in low light, or pick a tine out of dense cover. The redesigned Diamondback HD spotting scopes have all the horsepower the long-distance hunte

vortexoptics.com

SX-2 Alpine HD 20-60x60mm Angled

Built for the harshest conditions, the SX™-2 Alpine® HD 20-60x60mm angled spotting scope is a must have for all serious hunters or shooters who want a little more HD magnification and the weight savings offered by a smaller objective. It features a rugged design and an oversized eyepiece that...

www.leupold.com

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