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
- Rotating Tripod Mount
The Celestron TrailSeeker 20-60x80mm Angled Zoom Spotting Scope delivers high-resolution images through its large 80mm objective lens and proprietary XLT lens coatings. Its versatile 20-60x magnification range provides a wide 2° field of view for scanning and a tight 1° view for detailed observation, while the 18mm of eye relief ensures comfort for eyeglass wearers at lower powers. With a powerful twilight factor of 69 at max power, this scope is engineered to pull in faint details from a close focus of 24.6 feet to infinity.
The core of the TrailSeeker's optical system is its massive 80mm objective lens, which gathers significantly more light than 60mm or 65mm class scopes. Combined with Celestron's XLT fully multi-coated optics and high-index BaK-4 prisms, this large aperture ensures maximum light transmission for bright, high-contrast views. This is most critical during dawn and dusk, where the scope's 40-69 twilight factor allows you to resolve details on distant subjects when other optics fail.
The included 8mm-24mm eyepiece provides a seamless 20-60x zoom range, allowing you to adapt your view instantly. At 20x, you can scan a wide 105-foot field of view at 1000 yards to locate your target. As you increase magnification to 60x for close inspection, the dual-speed focuser becomes essential. The coarse focus knob allows for rapid, large-scale adjustments to find initial focus, while the fine focus knob lets you make precise, minute changes to achieve critical sharpness without image shake.
Engineered for harsh outdoor conditions, the TrailSeeker's 54.6 oz housing is fully waterproof and nitrogen-purged to prevent internal fogging during temperature changes. The durable rubber armoring provides a secure grip and protects against bumps in the field. For stable, comfortable viewing sessions, the scope features a rotating tripod mount that allows you to change the eyepiece orientation without moving your tripod, and a sliding sunshade to block stray light and protect the objective from rain.
The 80mm objective lens provides superior light-gathering capability compared to smaller 60mm or 65mm scopes. This results in a significantly brighter image, especially in low-light conditions like dawn or dusk, allowing you to see more detail and color when wildlife is most active.
The dual-focus mechanism gives you two focusing knobs. The larger knob provides coarse focus for making large, rapid adjustments to quickly find your subject. The smaller knob provides fine focus, allowing for very small, precise adjustments to achieve perfect sharpness, which is especially critical at high magnifications like 60x.
Yes. With eye relief ranging from 18mm at 20x to 15mm at 60x, most eyeglass wearers can see the full field of view, particularly at the lower end of the zoom range. The included adjustable eyecup helps you set the proper distance between your glasses and the eyepiece lens.
Yes, the TrailSeeker is designed for digiscoping. It includes a T-Mount adapter that allows you to connect a DSLR or mirrorless camera. You will need a T-Ring specific to your camera's lens mount to complete the connection.
The rotating tripod mount allows you to change the angle of the eyepiece without repositioning the entire scope and tripod. This is useful for sharing the view with others of different heights or for finding a more comfortable viewing position when observing from an awkward angle, such as in a blind or vehicle.
The TrailSeeker 80mm has a close focus distance of 24.6 feet (7.5 meters). This allows you to observe nearby subjects like birds or insects in great detail, making it a versatile tool for observing nature at all distances.
| Magnification | 20 - 60x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 80mm (3.15") |
| Angular Field of View | 2° - 1° |
| Linear Field of View | 105 – 52 ft @ 1000 yds (35 - 17 m @ 1000 m) |
| Focal Length | 480mm (18.9") |
| Exit Pupil | 4mm - 1.3mm |
| Eye Relief | 18mm - 15mm |
| Close Focus | 24.6 ft (7.5 m) |
| Prism Type | BaK-4 |
| Lens Coatings | Fully Multi-Coated - XLT Coatings |
| Twilight Factor | 40 - 69 |
| Relative Brightness | 16 - 1.69 |
| Environmental Protection | Waterproof, Nitrogen Filled |
| Tripod Adaptable | Yes |
| Camera Adaptable | Yes |
| Weight | 54.6 oz (1548 g) |
| Dimensions | 505mm x 89mm x 130mm (19.9" x 3.5" x 5.1") |
TrailSeeker 20-60x80mm Spotting Scope
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Soft View-Through Carrying Case
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T-Mount Adapter
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Eyepiece and Objective Lens Caps
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Lens Cloth
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Instruction Manual
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