A borescope is a type of endoscope, but with some key differences. A borescope is an optical device that consists of a rigid or flexible tube with an eyepiece on one end and a lens system attached to the other end. This allows it to be used for inspecting objects within tight spaces such as pipe bends, engine cylinders, and other small cavities because of its slim profile. An endoscope typically has an even thinner design than the borescope allowing for easier insertion into smaller openings and further exploration inside organs or body cavities. Furthermore, many modern-day endoscopes provide added features like high-resolution cameras, fiber optics lighting systems and video recording capabilities which make them more versatile when compared to traditional borescopes.