The Celestron C50 Mini Mak Waterproof Spotting Scope is a Maksutov-Cassegrain type scope, which means it is inexpensive yet powerful. The Maksutov optical design is recognized for being compact, easy to use, and applicable for both terrestrial (land) and astronomical use. This makes it ideal as a tote-along for a car window, or as a travelling companion for all of your sights in life.
This kit includes a tabletop tripod which has built-in slow motion controls, a built-in zoom eyepiece capable of 75x magnification, and a soft carrying case.
Magnification | 25-75x |
Objective Lens Diameter | 50mm |
Angle of View | 25x: 1.3° 75x: 0.7° |
Field-of-View (@ 1000 Yds) | 25x:: 68' (23 m at 1000 m) 75x: 35' (12 m at 1000 m) |
Minimum Focus Distance | 33.0' (10.0 m) at 25x (unspecified otherwise) |
Exit Pupil Diameter | 25x: 2.0mm 75x: 0.7mm |
Eye Relief | 20mm at 25x (unspecified otherwise) |
Relative Brightness | 25x: 4.8 75x: 0.5 |
Twilight Factor | 25x: 35 75x: 61 |
Weatherproofing | Waterproof |
Dimensions | 10" (254mm) in Length |
Weight | 1.7 lbs (770g) |
Reviews Celestron C50 Mini Mak 2"/50mm Waterproof Catadioptric Spotting Scope Kit