Thanks for all comments so far.

Yes. I've considered the monocular route, also. In fact, at one point I was leaning toward that approach.

I'm trying to determine if there is some kind of solution that would be light enough for backpacking but also suitable to bring along car-camping/base camping. That is partly what's behind the binocular concept.

I appreciate the mention of specific Brands/models. That helps me look at what's really available that people have used.