Celestron's C5 spotting scope has been a bestseller for decades. In fact, it performs so well that NASA chose it for several space shuttle missions in the 1990s! Here on Earth this 5" (127mm) 1,250mm f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain optical tube is a perfect choice for the outdoors or viewing outer space.

The Celestron C5 127mm spotter really shines when used for astronomy, serious bird watching, nature observation, and long range surveillance. Weighing just 6 lb and measuring 11" in length, this scope is a completely portable visual and photographic instrument that performs well in any viewing location. Plus, you can expand its capabilities with a wide variety of optional accessories.

With 5" of aperture, the C5 offers more light gathering ability than most other spotting scopes in its price range. The result? Crisper, brighter, more detailed images. You'll get more than 4.5 times the light gathering ability of a 60mm spotting scope and nearly 2.5 times that of an 80mm scope, making the Celestron C5 the obvious choice when you need raw power and brilliant, sharp views.

The C5 spotting scope is a wonderfully versatile instrument with a close focus of approximately 20 feet that allows you to observe nearby plant life and insects in larger-than-life detail. On the opposite end of the spectrum, when used as an astronomical telescope, the C5 can render spiraling galaxies and swirling nebulae millions of light years away.

Get even more out of your C5 by attaching your DSLR camera. This scope is fully camera-adaptable. Just add an optional T-adapter and T-ring specific to your camera model, and you're ready to capture professional quality shots of birds, landscapes, wildlife, and more.

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