The Celestron C65 Mini Mak Spotting Scope is a Maksutov-Cassegrain type scope, which means it is inexpensive yet powerful. The Maksutov optical design is recognized for being compact, easy to use, and applicable for both terrestrial (land) and astronomical use. This makes it ideal as a tote-along for a car window, or as a travelling companion for all of your sights in life.
This kit includes a tabletop tripod which has built-in slow motion controls, a built-in zoom eyepiece capable of 90x magnification, and an aluminum carrying case.
| Magnification | 30-90x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 65mm |
| Angle of View |
30x: 1.5° 90x: 0.5° |
| Field-of-View (@ 1000 Yds) |
30x:: 79' (26 m at 1000 m) 90x: 26' (8 m at 1000 m) |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 33.0' (10.0 m) at 30x (unspecified otherwise) |
| Exit Pupil Diameter |
30x: 2.2mm 90x: 0.7mm |
| Eye Relief | 15mm at 30x (unspecified otherwise) |
| Relative Brightness |
30x: 4.7 90x: 0.5 |
| Twilight Factor |
30x: 44.2 90x: 76.5 |
| Weatherproofing | Waterproof |
| Dimensions | 9.0" (229mm) in Length |
| Weight | 3.10 lbs (1406g) |
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Comments about Celestron C65 Mini Mak 2.6"/65mm Waterproof Catadioptric Spotting Scope Kit:
Looks great, bought it as a gift. Wish they had more than one.
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