Celestron TrailSeeker 80 – 45 Degree Spotting Scope
The 45° angled-viewing TrailSeeker 80 20-60×80 Spotting Scope by Celestron features a versatile 20-60x zoom eyepiece to provide views from generous vistas to tight, detailed images. The 80mm objective lens possesses light-gathering capability superior to that of scopes with smaller lenses, which makes for a bright image and enhances the scope’s capabilities in low-light conditions. Proprietary anti-reflection XLT fully multi-coated optics allow for efficient light transmission through the optical path for crisp, high-contrast views.
The angled eyepiece permits comfortable glassing whether standing, sitting, or lying flat on the ground. Dual focusing offers precise image control by allowing a preliminary coarse focus, which you can then refine using the fine-focus control for a tack-sharp view. You can rotate the scope in its tripod collar a full 360° to put the eyepiece in the best position. The TrailSeeker 80 has a nitrogen-filled waterproof housing that won’t fog up in humid conditions and features a sliding sunshade to keep glare or raindrops off the objective lens. To facilitate digiscoping, a T-adapter is included so you can mount a T-ring compatible with your DSLR to the eyepiece.
For adverse weather conditions, a stay-on carrying case is included that can be left on the scope during use—zippers fore and aft open for the objective lens and the eyepiece. The TrailSeeker is designed to use standard 1.25″ astronomical eyepieces, so in addition to the included zoom eyepiece, you can use other eyepieces on your spotting scope to achieve higher magnifications, wider fields of view, etc.
Optical Performance
Zoom magnification: 20-60x
Objective lens: 80mm for light-gathering power
Proprietary XLT lens multi-coating reduces reflection for greater light transmission
BAK4 prism
Use and Handling
Angled viewing: The eyepiece is at a 45° angle for more comfortable viewing from various positions
Dual focusing allows you to get subjects in focus quickly with coarse focus control and then refine the image with the fine-focus control
Tripod mount rotates 360° for positional flexibility
Sliding sunshade to keep glare or moisture off the objective lens
Twist-up eyecup for comfortable use with or without eyewear
Construction Details
The nitrogen-filled body is water and fog proof
Durable rubber-armoured polycarbonate housing
Stay-on carrying bag with shoulder strap allows for faster setup and breakdown while keeping the bag off the ground
T-adapter step ring accepts user-supplied T-ring for mounting DSLR
