A larger tube diameter is always better for light gathering but there is no free lunch in physics. The larger diameter comes with the obvious penalty of increased weight. For this particular rifle I wanted light weight to make it easier to pack around.
Use a deadcat cover for your mic. The wind is too much of a distraction to watch the entire video. I'm sure the content was relevant but not if we can't understand it.
TexasSportsman Filming with an IPhone. A better camera setup and external microphone are forthcoming to mitigate that very issue. Thank you for watching.
You need a pop screen or a wind cover for your microphone. I’d like to hear your thoughts on the scope, but the crackling wind is twice as loud as your voice, and it’s beyond obnoxious.