Celestron Regal M2 80ED Spotting Scope
The Celestron Regal M2 80ED Spotting Scope is an exceptional tool for outdoor enthusiasts and photographers, offering advanced features often found in higher-priced models. Ideal for bird watching, nature observation, long-distance viewing, and even casual astronomical observing, it's designed to deliver sharp, high-quality images.
Key Features:
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ED Objective Lens: Incorporates Extra Low Dispersion glass, reducing chromatic aberration, and providing accurate color reproduction, increased resolution, and enhanced contrast.
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XLT Coatings: Equipped with Celestron's proprietary fully multi-coated optics, known as XLT coatings, these maximize light transmission for brighter images, higher resolution, and improved contrast.
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Magnesium Alloy Body: The body, made of magnesium alloy, is robust and durable yet lighter than traditional aluminum alloy housings, enhancing portability.
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Dual Focus Mechanism: Offers both coarse and fine focus adjustments, allowing for quicker and more precise focusing.
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Rotating Tripod Mount: Features detents for easily positioning the eyepiece in the most suitable viewing angle for different applications.
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20-60x Zoom Eyepiece: Adjustable magnification provides a broad field of view for general observation and detailed viewing when necessary. Includes a twist-up eyecup for comfortable viewing, whether wearing eyeglasses or not.
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Standard 1.25” Eyepiece Mount: Compatible with various astronomical eyepieces, adding to its versatility.
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Photography-Ready: Comes with a T-Adapter ring, facilitating easy 35mm/DSLR photography.
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Protective Features: Includes a sliding sunshade with a sighting line to minimize stray light and protect the objective lens from moisture.
The Regal M2 80ED Spotting Scope is a top-of-the-line choice for nature enthusiasts and photographers. Fully waterproof and nitrogen-purged to prevent internal fogging, it's suitable for use in various environmental conditions. The spotting scope is lightweight and comes with a carrying case, making it convenient for travel and outdoor activities. If you're keen on capturing your observations, the Regal M2's compatibility with cameras makes it an ideal choice for producing stunning images. This spotting scope is an excellent companion for anyone passionate about the outdoors and detailed observation.
Specifications
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| Magnification: | 20 - 60x |
| Objective Lens Diameter: | 80mm (3.15") |
| Eyepieces: | 8mm - 24mm (.3" - .94") |
| Angular Field of View: | 2.1° - 1° with included eyepiece |
| Linear Field of View (@1000 yds) / @1000 m): | 110 - 52 ft (37 - 17 m) with included eyepiece |
| Focal Length: | 480mm (18.9") |
| Exit Pupil: | 4mm - 1.3mm (.15" - .05") with included eyepiece |
| Eye Relief: | 20mm (.78") @ 20x with included eyepiece |
| Close Focus: | 21.3 ft (6.5 m) @ 20x with included eyepiece |
| Twilight Factor: | 40.0 - 69.3 with included eyepiece |
| Relative Brightness: | 16 - 1.7 with included eyepiece |
| Limiting Stellar Magnitude: |
Ideal: 12.02 Moderate: 11.02 Poor: 10.02 |
| Lens Coatings: | XLT (Fully Multi-Coated) |
| Prism Glass (Type): | BaK4 |
| Prism Coatings: | Fully Multi-Coated |
| Weight: | 55.5 oz (1574 g) without included eyepiece attached 66.6 oz (1889 g) with included eyepiece attached |
| Environmental Protection: | Waterproof |
| Nitrogen Filled: | Yes |
| Tripod Adaptable: | Yes |
| Carrying Case: | Padded green woven nylon view-through |
| Camera Adaptable: | Yes |
| Dimensions: | 425mm x 102mm x 124mm (16.7" x 4.0" x 4.9") without included eyepiece attached 485mm x 102mm x 175mm (19.1" x 4.0" x 6.9") with included eyepiece attached |
| Included Items: | Zoom eyepiece Objective lens cap Eyepiece cover Soft Carrying case T-adapter ring Eyepiece mount cap Lens cloth Instruction manual |
| Solar Warning |
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| California Residents |
WARNING: Cancer and Reproductive Harm - www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. |