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Spotting Scopes

A spotting scope is built for daylight: sealed and nitrogen-purged against weather, correctly oriented so the world is not upside down, and compact enough to carry on a hike. Many are perfectly capable on the Moon and the brighter planets as well, which makes them a reasonable dual-purpose instrument. David Astro carries spotting scopes in Canada, in stock here and shipped without customs delays for Canadian buyers.

Objective size, prism type and eyepiece angle are the choices that matter. Tell us what you will watch and from where and we will narrow it down.

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Celestron C5 Spotting Scope

127mm (5") Schmidt-Cassegrain Optical Design 1250mm Focal Length (f/10) 50x Magnification with Included 25mm Eyepiece StarBright XLT High-Transmis...

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Celestron C70 Mini Mak Spotting Scope

Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design 70mm (2.75") objective lens 25-75x zoom magnification range Multi-coated optics Includes tabletop tripod with s...

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Celestron C90 MAK Spotting Scope

90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design 1250mm focal length (f/13.9) 39x magnification with included 32mm Plössl eyepiece 20mm of eye relief for c...

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Celestron Hummingbird 9-27x56mm ED Micro Spotting Scope

9-27x zoom magnification 56mm Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) objective lens Compact and lightweight at 20.8 oz Waterproof and nitrogen-purged for all-w...

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Celestron LandScout 12-36x60mm Spotting Scope with Basic Smartphone Adapter

Versatile 12-36x zoom magnification 60mm objective lens for bright images Includes smartphone adapter for easy digiscoping Lightweight and compact...

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Celestron Regal™ M2 100ED Spotting Scope

100mm ED Objective Lens 22-67x Zoom Magnification Celestron XLT Coated Optics Magnesium Alloy Body - 74.1 oz Dual-Speed Focuser Mechanism Waterpro...

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Celestron Regal™ M2 65ED Spotting Scope

65mm ED Objective Lens eliminates chromatic aberration XLT Fully Multi-Coated Optics increase light transmission 16-48x magnification with include...

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Celestron Regal™ M2 80ED Spotting Scope

80mm Extra-Low Dispersion (ED) Objective Lens 20-60x Zoom Magnification Range Magnesium Alloy Body Reduces Weight by over 14% Dual-Speed Focuser f...

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Celestron TrailSeeker 100-45 Degree Spotting Scope

100mm Objective Lens 22-67x Zoom Magnification Proprietary XLT Fully Multi-Coated Optics Dual-Focus Mechanism Waterproof and Nitrogen-Purged Rotat...

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Celestron TrailSeeker 65-45 Degree Spotting Scope

16-48x Zoom Magnification 65mm Objective Lens Celestron XLT Fully Multi-Coated Optics Dual-Speed Focuser Mechanism Waterproof and Nitrogen-Purged ...

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Celestron TrailSeeker 80-45 Degree Spotting Scope

80mm Objective Lens 20-60x Zoom Magnification Celestron XLT Fully Multi-Coated Optics Dual-Speed Focuser Waterproof and Nitrogen-Purged Body Rotat...

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Celestron Ultima 100 - 45 Degree Spotting Scope

100mm Refractor Objective Lens 22-66x Zoom Magnification Angled Viewing Eyepiece Fully Multi-Coated BaK-4 Prisms 18mm Eye Relief Waterproof and Ni...

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Celestron Ultima 65 - 45 Degree Spotting Scope

18-55x Zoom Magnification 65mm Refractor Objective Lens 45° Angled Viewing Fully Multi-Coated BaK-4 Optics Waterproof and Nitrogen Purged 18mm Eye...

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Celestron Ultima 80 - 45 Degree Spotting Scope

80mm Objective Lens 20-60x Zoom Magnification Angled 45° Eyepiece Fully Multi-Coated Optics BaK-4 Prisms Waterproof and Nitrogen Purged 18mm Eye R...

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Celestron Ultima 80 - 45 Degree Spotting Scope with Smartphone Adapter

80mm Objective Lens 20-60x Zoom Magnification Angled Viewing Eyepiece Fully Multi-Coated BaK-4 Optics Waterproof and Nitrogen Purged Smartphone Di...

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Celestron Ultima 80 - Straight Spotting Scope

80mm Objective Lens 20-60x Zoom Magnification Straight-Through Viewing Design Fully Multi-Coated BaK-4 Prisms 18mm Eye Relief Waterproof and Nitro...

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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-55A Spotting Scope, Angled, with Vanguard VESTA GO 264CV12 Tripod Kit
Kowa PROMINAR TSN-55A Spotting Scope, Angled, with Vanguard VESTA GO 264CV12 Tripod Kit
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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-55A Spotting Scope, Angled

55mm pure fluorite crystal objective lens Angled body design Integrated 17-40x wide-angle zoom eyepiece Ultra-compact 10-inch length and 34 oz wei...

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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-55S Spotting Scope, Straight, with Vanguard VESTA GO 264CV12 Tripod Kit
Kowa PROMINAR TSN-55S Spotting Scope, Straight, with Vanguard VESTA GO 264CV12 Tripod Kit
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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-55S Spotting Scope, Straight

55mm Pure Fluorite Crystal Objective Lens Straight Body Design 17-40x Integrated Wide-Angle Zoom Eyepiece Dual-Focus System (Quick and Fine) 9.1 f...

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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-66A Spotting Scope, Angled, ZM SET with Vanguard VESTA GO 264CV12 Tripod Kit
Kowa PROMINAR TSN-66A Spotting Scope, Angled, ZM SET with Vanguard VESTA GO 264CV12 Tripod Kit
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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-66A Spotting Scope, Angled

66mm Pure Fluorite Crystal Objective Lens Angled Body Design Available as the body alone, the ZM SET with the TE-11WZ II 25-60x zoom eyepiece, or ...

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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-66S Spotting Scope, Straight, ZM SET with Vanguard VESTA GO 264CV12 Tripod Kit
Kowa PROMINAR TSN-66S Spotting Scope, Straight, ZM SET with Vanguard VESTA GO 264CV12 Tripod Kit
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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-66S Spotting Scope, Straight

66mm Pure Fluorite Crystal Objective Lens Available as the body alone, the ZM SET with the TE-11WZ II 25-60x zoom eyepiece, or the ZM SET with a V...

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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-88A ZM SET with TE-11WZ II Zoom Eyepiece
Kowa PROMINAR TSN-88A Spotting Scope, Angled, ZM SET with Vanguard VEO 5 264CV14 Tripod Kit
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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-88A Spotting Scope, Angled

88mm pure fluorite crystal objective lens Angled body design Available as the body alone, the ZM SET with the TE-11WZ II 25-60x zoom eyepiece, or ...

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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-88S ZM SET with TE-11WZ II Zoom Eyepiece
Kowa PROMINAR TSN-88S Spotting Scope, Straight, ZM SET with Vanguard VEO 5 264CV14 Tripod Kit
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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-88S Spotting Scope, Straight

88mm pure fluorite crystal objective lens Available as the body alone, the ZM SET with the TE-11WZ II 25-60x zoom eyepiece, or the ZM SET with...

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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-99A ZM SET with TE-11WZ II Zoom Eyepiece
Kowa PROMINAR TSN-99A Spotting Scope, Angled, ZM SET with Vanguard VEO 5 264CV14 Tripod Kit
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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-99A Spotting Scope, Angled

99mm Pure Fluorite Crystal Objective Lens Available as the body alone, the ZM SET with the TE-11WZ II 30-70x zoom eyepiece, or the ZM SET with a V...

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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-99S ZM SET with TE-11WZ II Zoom Eyepiece
Kowa PROMINAR TSN-99S Spotting Scope, Straight, ZM SET with Vanguard VEO 5 264CV14 Tripod Kit
$3,750.00 USD - $4,849.00 USD
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Kowa PROMINAR TSN-99S Spotting Scope, Straight

99mm Pure Fluorite Crystal Objective Lens Straight Viewing Version Available as the body alone, the ZM SET with the TE-11WZ II 30-70x zoom eyepiec...

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Spotting Scope Specifications

A spotting scope is a small telescope with an erecting system and weather sealing, and the compromises reflect field use rather than astronomy.

  • Objective diameter: 60 to 65 mm for portability, 80 to 100 mm for maximum detail and low-light performance. Larger objectives cost weight that matters on a hike.
  • Angled versus straight eyepiece: Angled is more comfortable for extended viewing, for sharing across different heights, and for anything above the horizon. Straight is more intuitive to aim quickly.
  • Zoom versus fixed eyepieces: Zoom offers convenience across a magnification range; fixed focal length eyepieces generally give a wider true field and slightly better image quality at a given power.
  • ED and fluorite glass: Reduces chromatic fringing at high magnification, which becomes very visible on high-contrast subjects such as a bird against a bright sky.
  • Weather sealing: Nitrogen or argon purging prevents internal fogging in temperature swings, which is essential for Canadian field use.
  • Astronomy suitability: Most work well on the Moon and bright planets; deep-sky use is limited by aperture and by the erecting prism's light loss.

Why Choose David Astro for Spotting Scopes

We sell astronomy optics, which means we can tell you honestly where a spotting scope stops being useful.

  • Dual-use expectations set clearly: We explain what a spotting scope will show astronomically — the Moon well, Saturn's rings, Jupiter's moons — and what it will not.
  • Tripod recommended with the scope: Above roughly 30x, a photo tripod that is adequate for a camera is not adequate for viewing. We specify the two together.
  • Cold-weather sealing: We favour properly purged instruments, since a scope that fogs internally on a winter morning is unusable for the rest of the outing.
  • Authorized dealer: Genuine optics with full manufacturer warranty, in Canadian stock.
  • Ships from Canada: No duties or brokerage fees for Canadian orders.

Spotting Scopes in Canada — Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use a spotting scope for astronomy?
Yes for the Moon, bright planets and brighter deep-sky objects. Aperture and the erecting prism limit faint object performance, so it is a supplement to a telescope rather than a replacement.
Angled or straight?
Angled for astronomy and for anything above eye level, and for sharing between people of different heights. Straight is faster to aim at a moving subject and more intuitive for beginners.
Is a zoom eyepiece a compromise?
Modern zooms are very good, though a fixed eyepiece typically gives a wider true field at low power. For general field use the convenience of a zoom usually wins.
What tripod do I need?
A more substantial one than for photography. At 40x and above, small vibrations are magnified enormously, and a fluid head makes tracking a subject far easier.

Field and sky use?

Tell us how you will use it and we will match the scope and tripod. Domestic shipping, expert support.