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Celestron C5 127mm Astronomy Spotting Scope

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Stellar performance!

Celestron's C5, 127mm spotting scope is so good that NASA chose it for many space shuttle missions! And here on Earth, it is a 5-inch (127mm) 1,250mm f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system that's as suited to the outdoors as it is to outer space.

The Celestron C5 127mm Spotter is an ideal choice for the serious bird watcher, nature lover, or anyone who enjoys beautiful views, whether from home or in the field. At just 6 pounds in weight and 11 inches in length, this spotting scope is a completely portable visual and photographic instrument that performs well in any viewing location. And you can expand its capabilities with a wide variety of optional accessories.

Its 5-inch aperture allows it to outperform smaller-aperture spotting scopes easily. Offering more than 4.5 times the light-gathering ability of a 60mm spotting scope and nearly 2.5 times that of an 80mm scope, Celestron's C5 is the clear choice when raw power and brilliant, crisp views are required.

The C5 spotting scope is a wonderfully versatile instrument, and its near focus of approximately 20 feet allows you to observe plant life, wildlife, birds, or insects with ease. At the same time, the C5 can be used as an astronomical telescope. It even transforms into a high-performance, 1,250mm, f/10, telephoto lens.

Photography couldn't be easier, because the C5 was designed to be fully camera-adaptable. To take professional-quality shots with the C5, just attach an optional T-adapter and T-ring for your 35mm SLR camera to the back of the scope, and you're ready to shoot.

The C5 comes in its own soft-sided carrying case. A tripod adapter block on the C5's tube makes easy work of tripod mounting for viewing or photography.

Specification	Description
Model	52291
UPC	050234522915
Angular Field of View	1 Degree
Brand	Celestron
Close Focusing Distance	20 ft.
Eye Relief	22mm
Eyepiece	1.25" Universal
Features	Waterproof
Field of View @ 1000 Yards	53 ft.
Length (in)	13 Inches
Magnification	50x
Objective	101mm - 150mm
Objective Lens Diameter	127mm
Scope Type	Angled Spotting Scopes
Select Design	Angled Eyepiece
Size	Full Size Spotting Scopes
Spotting Scope Size	Full Size Spotting Scopes
Spotting Scopes Series	Celestron Spotting Scopes
Type	Angled Spotting Scopes

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Very Nice Optics

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"Setup was easy but I had to reposition the finder base just a little bit. The eyepiece is pretty good with good eye relief. Taking pictures with the Celestron T-adapter and an Olympus E-520 dslr works very well. Took my first shot of the moon with a lot of detail. I need a better tripod though, …" Read Full Review »

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Happy with my new C5

★★★★☆

4.0

"I bought the C5 for use as both a terrestrial and astronomic scope and it has proven to be very capable at both functions. The quality of the scope seems very high and the optics were aligned well from the factory. The only complaint I have is with the finderscope mount - the finderscope is a litt …" Read Full Review »

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Fantastic

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"I use this scope both day and night. The resolution is so high with this scope I could clearly see a moon shadow on Jupiter "

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Celestron C5 127mm Astronomy Spotting Scope Review

One Nice Scope!!

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5.0

"I am extremely satisfied with the C5 spotting scope. I found the setup and adjustments straightforward. I ordered a 15 mm eyepiece with the scope and am very pleased with the additional magnification that it provides. Also, I have experimented with 35 mm photography using my Canon AE-1 with excel …" Read Full Review »

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Great scope for photography & astronomy

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5.0

"I have had two of these scopes as well as their big brother a C8 and was well satisfied by all of them. For photgraphic use a lens shade is a must.

I used a Minolta X700, and a Canon 50D "

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Celestron C5 127mm Astronomy Spotting Scope

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