Lots of folks say that a scope is simply an aiming device (aside from ability to hold zero, track properly, etc.) and that bino quality is significantly more important as you'll use them much more often. I don't disagree with that logic, but I should point out that you could see a critter in low light clear as day with GOOD binos, but making it out in your cheap riflescope isn't as easy, then it gets dark and your opportunity is gone. BTDT.
I believe that's what jwp475 is getting at.
Exactly
