Leica assembled the APO-Televid 65 25-50x65mm Spotting Scope Travel Kit to give you everything you need to have a complete observation rig that is easy to carry wherever you go. It is comprised of the 65mm angled-viewing spotting scope body with a wide-angle 25-50x eyepiece and, to support the optics, Leica includes a Gitzo magnesium fluid head with a quick-release system and a highly portable and lightweight Gitzo Traveler Series 1 carbon fiber tripod.
The angled-viewing configuration APO-Televid 65mm Spotting Scope from Leica combines premium optical elements with a weather-sealed housing and a proprietary micro-focusing system. Four fully multi-coated apochromatic lens elements and a Schmidt prism system form the core of this optical instrument. Leica's fluoride apochromatic glass is engineered to transmit luminous images that are geometrically flat from center to edge and color-faithful across the entire visible spectrum. When paired with Leica's 25-50x wide-angle aspherical zoom eyepiece (separate purchase required), the APO-Televid renders high-contrast images that are rich with detail.
A magnesium-alloy chassis makes the structure of the APO-Televid as rigid and durable as aluminum-chassis designs in the same class but significantly less heavy than those models. To deliver weatherproof performance, the optical channel is nitrogen filled and O-ring sealed, maintaining its watertight seal to a depth of 5 meters. The AquaDura-coated hydrophobic objective lens surface resists moisture accumulation by causing rain and condensation to bead up and roll off the lens surface. The rubber-armored body is shock absorbent and slip resistant, providing an additional layer of protection against the unexpected. Leica's proprietary internal dual-focusing system enables you to control the focus of your scope with coarse or fine movements, ideal for digiscoping and nature observation. The integrated rotating tripod collar, quick-change bayonet eyepiece mount, and sliding lens hood make the APO-Televid a full-featured spotting scope for a wide range of recreational and professional glassing applications.
- 65mm objective lens diameter
- Apochromatic fluoride glass elements
- 9.5-foot minimum focus
- 440mm focal length optics
- Fully multi-coated lenses
- Schmidt prism design
- Bayonet eyepiece mount
- Angled-viewing configuration
- Internal dual-focusing mechanism
- Sliding lens hood with sighting aid
- Rotating and locking tripod collar
- Eyepiece is not included, but required to use the spotting scope
- Die-cast magnesium-alloy chassis
- AquaDura protective lens coating
- Nitrogen-purged housing
- Rubber-armored exterior
- Watertight to 17 feet
- Weighs 38.8 oz
Your Leica APO-Televid spotting scope is an exquisite optical instrument, and the 25-50x WW Aspheric Eyepiece for Televid meets the same standard to provide a top-notch viewing experience. You'll enjoy the big picture at lower magnification and examine distant details when zoomed in. The eyepiece features aspherical optics for edge-to-edge image sharpness and a waterproof, rubber-armored housing that stands up to the elements. It offers a generous 57° to 74° apparent angle of view and is equipped with a twist-up eyecup for comfortable use by eyeglasses or sunglasses users. Its bayonet mount snaps easily and securely into place on your scope.
- 25-50x magnification
- Field of view at 1000 yards: 135-92'
- Aspherical optics for edge-to-edge sharpness
- Exit pupil: 2.6-1.3mm with 65mm scope; 3.3-1.6mm with 82mm scope
- Bayonet mount
- Twist-up eyecup accommodates eyewear
- Close focus: 11.5' with 65mm scope; 13.9' with 82mm scope
- Rubber-armored housing
- Waterproof/submersible to 16.5'
- Nitrogen-purged for fog-free performance
- Measures 4.1" long and weighs 12.3 oz
The Gitzo Two-Way Fluid Tripod Head features completely redesigned pan and tilt fluid cartridges - Bird Watching Fluid Cartridges. These cartridges allow for smooth and controlled movements at low speeds and almost frictionless movements at high speeds, making quick repositioning of the camera a breeze.
The single-lock mechanism quickly fixes the 360° pan and ± 110° tilt movements using a single knob, making adjustments easier and more effective. Ergonomically suitable for both right/left-handed use, the tripod head offers maximum stability to avoid even the smallest play, and a high-precision mechanism ensures accuracy. A quick-release plate makes for fast removal as well as facilitating the mounting of scopes, cameras and other such equipment.
Made of magnesium, the lightweight tripod head has high structural rigidity, and can support a load up to 8.82 lbs (4 kg). When used with Gitzo carbon fiber tripods (the Leveling series), the tripod head yields additional speed and versatility while shooting. The removable and reversible pan bar proves useful while using long photographic lenses. A compact design makes the tripod head easily portable and ideal for travel.
The Two-Way Fluid Tripod Head's light weight along with its innovative Bird Watching Fluid Cartridges, add up to the ideal tripod head for bird watching and wildlife photography/videography.
The Gitzo GIGT1545T Traveler Series 1 Carbon Fiber Tripod is a compact support system with legs that fold around the center column and optional head. These reverse-folding legs contribute to the tripod's folded length of just 16.7". It extends to 60.2" high and can hold up to 22 lb worth of gear. With the included short center column installed, the tripod can get down to 8.6" for macro or low-angle shooting.
The tripod employs Carbon eXact tubing for added strength and stiffness compared to the Carbon 6X tubes. Traveler G-lock is a pared-down version of Gitzo's G-lock, specifically designed for the Traveler tripods to reduce overall size. These legs feature space-saving feet that fit the Traveler series' compact design. A shoulder strap is included for easy carrying.