This angled-viewing Celestron LandScout 20-60x80 Spotting Scope Kitmakes the ideal companion at the range, in the field, or on the trail—and as a beginner astronomical telescope for lunar and wide-field planetary viewing.

At the low 20x magnification, it can be used for taking in large portions of the terrain to make it easy to find your subjects with the ability to dial it up to 60x to make detailed observations—even at long distances. The scope's large 80mm objective, combined with anti-reflection fully coated optics, draws in copious amounts of light, giving it competent low-light performance at dawn or dusk, or when viewing subjects at long range on high power. The larger objective also improves the field of view and exit pupil diameter, to give you a more immersive and comfortable viewing experience versus a similar scope with the same magnification range but a smaller objective. With its eyepiece set at a 45° angle relative to the optical tube, your head and neck are in a comfortable position whether you're standing, sitting, or lying prone.

Designed as a complete kit, Celestron includes several accessories to help get you observing faster. First is a convenient tabletop tripod outfitted with a simple pan/tilt head, so you can set it up just about anywhere. Then, there is a basic smartphone adapter that allows you to capture photos and video on your phone through the eyepiece to edit, share, and post quickly and easily. Finally, you get a soft canvas carry bag that the scope, tripod, and digiscoping adapter all fit into for easy carrying and safe storage.

Universal Smartphone Digiscoping Adapter    Tabletop Tripod with Pan-Tilt Head    45° Angled Viewing    Powerful 20-60x Zoom Eyepiece    Oversized 80mm Objective Lens    Anti-Reflection Fully Coated Optics    Armored Water-Resistant Housing    Rotating Tripod Collar & 1/4"-20 Mount

• Powerful 20-60x zoom magnification allows you to scan the terrain on low power and dial in for detailed observation and identification
• Large 80mm objective lens ensures views remain bright even when viewing objects at long distances on high power while also allowing the spotting scope to be used as a basic beginner telescope for lunar and wide-field planetary viewing
• K9 prism glass has high optical clarity that ensures maximum light transmission with little internal diffraction or loss
• Anti-reflection fully coated optics increase light transmission, improve color rendition and contrast
• 62.9' field of view at 1000 yards on 20x, 36.7' on 60x

• Eyepiece is set 45° to the body for a comfortable viewing position whether standing, sitting, or lying prone
• Large focus collar enables precise adjustments, even when wearing gloves, and easy access with either hand
• Rotating tripod collar allows eyepiece position to be adjusted relative to the tripod for the optimal eyepiece position
• Standard 1/4"-20 tripod mount
• Long eye relief at all magnifications reduces eye fatigue and improves comfort
• Comfortable 4mm exit pupil on low power will ensure views are bright, even in low light, and that the entire scene is in view without vignetting

• Water resistant against humid weather or a light mist
• Exterior armor protects against knocks and impacts
• Universal smartphone adapter allows you to use most popular models to capture photos & video through the eyepiece
• Tabletop tripod with pan/tilt head and locking handle provides stability for clear views without excessive weight or bulk
• Soft canvas carrying case for safe storage and transport for the scope, tripod, smartphone adapter

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. If the 60mm objective lens is recessed for shade and protection, are there any vignetting issues?

A: Yes the lens is recessed about 1 inch on the Celestron LandScout 12-36x60 Spotting Scope. It does not vignette the view.

Q: 2. spotting scopes for birding

A: The TrailSeeker 80 Spotting Scope is ideal for outdoor use including bird watching. It is tripod adaptable, features a strong zoom lens (up to 60x) which makes it a good choice for long range observations. The spotting scope is also waterproof, nitrogen filled, and features a durable rubber armored housing. The TrailSeeker's multi-coated optics provides bright and sharp views.

Q: 3. Some Celestron scopes are refractive and produce reverse images. Does this scope produce true images (vertically and laterally true)?

A: Yes it does. The images are just like in binoculars.

Q: 4. is the selestron landscout 12-36 good for space observation?

A: No, this is a spotting scope which is intended for shorter distances like 100-400 ft. You need a telescope.

Q: 5. Where is this scope manufactured?

A: This Scope is made in the Czech Republic.

Q: 6. Does this spotting scope come with any type of case?

A: It does come with a protective sleeve that you can carry. It does not come in a hard case.

Q: 7. How tall is the tripod? It looks like it's almost a tabletop tripod, but I will be using this at the beach so I'll need something that can be looked through while standing up.

A: This model comes with a small tabletop tripod. If you needed something larger I would recommend going with the Manfrotto MK393-HM Photo-Movie Aluminum Tripod QR Kit. Website link to the tripod: a href= http://bhpho.to/1tBLePC target= _blank http://bhpho.to/1tBLePC/a

Q: 8. would this capture a whale at 2 miles away?

A: That is a hard question to answer. Where I'm at in the Appalachian mountains I don't have many opportunities to look that far. However, I can tell you this. At over a 1/4 mile I can see acorns on the oak trees. I can see all the beautiful craters on the moon and I can clearly see Venus and her moons and see the bands on Venus.

Q: 9. What is the type of integrated tripod plate? (I.e. what head is compatible with integrated tripod mount without extra plate?

A: I don't know what the mount is called but the unit fits ideally with my Manfrotto tri pod with a Manfrotto 498RC2 head. The quick release works no worries.Regards Greg

Q: 10. Celestron has the specs for this scope as Linear Field of View (@1000 yds) / @1000 m): 62.9 - 36.7 ft @1000 yds (21.0 - 22.2 m @1000m) I think the specs you have at 165ft are wrong?

A: Yes thank you for bringing this to our attention I will alert our Web Team on this Specification Error. The Celestron Specification if correct. Thank you again.