Celestron Hummingbird 9-27x56 ED Micro Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing)

BH #CE927X56EDMS • MFR #52308
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Celestron Hummingbird 9-27x56 ED Micro Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing)
Key Features
  • Angled Viewing
  • Extra-Low Dispersion Glass
  • 56mm Objective Lens
  • Fully Multi-Coated
Enhance your trips, vacations, and outdoor adventures with the ultra-compact and ergonomic Hummingbird 9-27x56 ED Spotting Scope from Celestron. It can easily fit in the pocket of your coat and will not take much space in your backpack, travel bag, or glove compartment. This optic features all the characteristics of the high-performing spotting scopes and has exemplary extra-low dispersion (ED) glass to deliver crisp, vivid, and true-color images of breathtaking landscapes, vistas, or cityscapes. With the fully multi-coated optics, you will get excellent visual transparency of the optical glass, high resolution, and high-contrast of images. The 56mm objective will make the most of the available light and perform well in most lighting conditions, from early morning until night, and even allow you to use this spotting scope for stargazing. For good close-ups as well as distant observations, the scopes features 9-27x zoom magnification range and 9.8' minimum focusing distance.
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Celestron Hummingbird 9-27x56 ED Overview

Enhance your trips, vacations, and outdoor adventures with the ultra-compact and ergonomic Hummingbird 9-27x56 ED Spotting Scope from Celestron. It can easily fit in the pocket of your coat and will not take much space in your backpack, travel bag, or glove compartment. This optic features all the characteristics of the high-performing spotting scopes and has exemplary extra-low dispersion (ED) glass to deliver crisp, vivid, and true-color images of breathtaking landscapes, vistas, or cityscapes. With the fully multi-coated optics, you will get excellent visual transparency of the optical glass, high resolution, and high-contrast of images. The 56mm objective will make the most of the available light and perform well in most lighting conditions, from early morning until night, and even allow you to use this spotting scope for stargazing. For good close-ups as well as distant observations, the scopes features 9-27x zoom magnification range and 9.8' minimum focusing distance.

With its ultra-lightweight and durable housing, you do not have to worry about accidentally exposing it to moisture or even dropping it into a water reservoir because it is waterproof and nitrogen-purged fogproof. The body features an ergonomic design and rubber armoring for a secure hold and a pleasant handling experience. If you set out for long-duration and long-distance observations, mount it on a tripod, monopod, or bipod using its built-in tripod adapter. Also included with the Hummingbird spotter are an eyepiece cover, objective lens cover, and carry case.

Optical Performance
  • Extra-low dispersion (ED) lens glass delivers vivid, true-color images
  • Fully multi-coated optics improve clarity and resolution
  • 56mm objective lens diameter allows using in low light
  • 9-27x optical zoom magnification for close-ups or long-range viewing
  • 9.8' minimum focus
Use and Handling
  • Angled viewing configuration
  • Coarse focusing
Construction Details
  • Ergonomic and compact construction
  • Rubberized covering provides for a sure grip
  • Built-in mount for tripod, monopod, or bipod
  • Rubberized eyecup
  • Fogproof, nitrogen filled
  • Waterproof
UPC: 050234523080

Celestron Hummingbird 9-27x56 ED Specs

Key Specs
Viewing Angle
Angled
Magnification
9 to 27x
Objective Lens Diameter
56 mm
Minimum Focus Distance
9.8' / 3.0 m
Exit Pupil Diameter
9x: 6.2 mm
27x: 2 mm
Eye Relief
15.0 mm
Design
Viewing Angle
Angled
Performance
Magnification
9 to 27x
Objective Lens Diameter
56 mm
Angle of View
9x: 4.22° (Actual)
27x: 1.85° (Actual)
Minimum Focus Distance
9.8' / 3.0 m
Exit Pupil Diameter
9x: 6.2 mm
27x: 2 mm
Eye Relief
15.0 mm
Features
Fogproof
Yes: Nitrogen Filled
Environmental Resistance
Water-Resistant (Unrated)
General
Tripod Mounting Thread
1/4"-20 Female
Dimensions
L: 8.4 x H: 5.1 x W: 2.4" / L: 21.3 x H: 13.0 x W: 6.1 cm
Weight
20.8 oz / 590.0 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
2.3 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
10 x 6.8 x 4.5"

Celestron Hummingbird 9-27x56 ED Reviews

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By Dwight
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2025-04-18

I can ID birds almost as well with mid-priced 8X binoculars as I can with this low-end scope. The binoculars are more convenient and have a much wider field of view. For the same money, you could get the smallest KOWA. I have not used that scope, but I do have the next size up- the KOWA TSN-601. I find that scope to be very useful, although it is more costly. I bought each of these scopes from B&H. I've been very happy with the experience.

Limited value

By Gerald
Rated 3 out of 5
Date: 2023-08-20

An okay scope even with ED glass. Zoom; at lower power about same as binoculars, but at higher power, image is only fair. Weight and size main attribute.

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How abort eye relief with glass?

How abort eye relief with glass?
Asked by: Orguss
I own this scope, and I wear eyeglasses. When zooming out to 27 power, the field of view is quite restrictive. I wish I had spent more money and purchased a much better scope. At lower powers the field of view is fine, but a pair of good binoculars would accomplish the same results
Answered by: Barry
Date published: 2025-02-18

What kind of tripod mount does it come with? ...

What kind of tripod mount does it come with? Arca-swiss or RC2? Is the mount replaceable?
Asked by: Edward
The Hummingbird 9-27x56 ED Micro Spotting Scope is Arca-swiss compatible. The mount is replaceable.
Answered by: Telescope
Date published: 2025-03-24

What is the difference between this model and the

What is the difference between this model and the BH # CE927X56HMSS MFR # 52310?
Asked by: Thomas
The Celestron Hummingbird 9-27x56 ED Micro Spotting Scope (Angled Viewing), BH # CE927X56EDMS, uses the superior, more advanced ED (extra-low dispersion) glass. The ED glass delivers crisp, vivid, and true-color images of breathtaking landscapes, vistas, or cityscapes.
Answered by: Mark S
Date published: 2026-04-10

Is it possible to screw in a threaded filter in ...

Is it possible to screw in a threaded filter in front of the objective lens? If so, what size is needed?
Asked by: Andy
No, the objective lens cell is not threaded for filters.
Answered by: Telescope
Date published: 2025-03-24

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The eyepiece is removable, is there an additional function for this? Can we attach dslr with tring? What is the mag without the eyepiece?
Asked by: Joel@Home T.
The eyepiece is removable. Turn the eyepiece holder ring counterclockwise and pull the eyepiece out. I believe you will need a special adapter that would fit in the eyepiece slot since there are no threads to attach the T ring directly. The magnification would depend on the size of you camera's sensor.
Answered by: Douglas B.
Date published: 2022-04-10
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