Celestron C5 Spotting Scope

Celestron C5 SCT Spotting Scope

The Celestron C5 SCT Spotting Scope combines powerful 5” Schmidt-Cassegrain optics with exceptional portability, making it a favourite for wildlife enthusiasts, birders, and amateur astronomers. Whether you’re observing distant landscapes, tracking birds in flight, or exploring lunar craters, the C5 delivers bright, crisp, and colour-accurate views in a compact, travel-friendly design.

Key Features

• 5" (127mm) Schmidt-Cassegrain Optical System – bright, detailed images even in low light

• StarBright XLT Coatings – superior light transmission, sharp contrast, and true-to-life colour

• Versatile Eyepiece Compatibility – includes 25mm Plössl eyepiece, supports all 1.25” eyepieces

• 20 ft Close Focus – detailed views of plants, insects, and nearby wildlife

• Tripod Adaptable – integrated ¼”-20 mount for stable, adjustable viewing

• Camera-Ready Design – compatible with smartphone adapters, DSLRs, and mirrorless cameras

• Portable & Lightweight – just 6 lbs and 11” long, with custom carry case included

Exceptional Optical Performance

With its 127mm aperture and 1250mm focal length (f/10), the Celestron C5 captures 4.5x more light than a 60mm scope, and 2.5x more than an 80mm scope. This means brighter, more detailed images of wildlife, landscapes, the Moon, and even brighter deep-sky objects.

The C5 features Celestron’s patented StarBright XLT multi-coating system, maximising light transmission and ensuring vibrant, high-contrast views. Its optical excellence was even trusted by NASA on a space shuttle mission.

Ready for Photography

Easily transform your C5 into a high-quality telephoto lens. The rear cell is compatible with T-Adapters and T-Rings (sold separately), allowing you to capture incredible astrophotography, wildlife shots, and terrestrial images with DSLR or mirrorless cameras.

Accessories Included

The Celestron C5 comes complete with everything you need to start observing right away:

• 25mm Plössl Eyepiece (50x magnification)

• 45° Erect Image Diagonal for terrestrial use

• 6x30 Erect Image Finderscope for quick object location

• Firm-Sided Custom Carry Case with protective foam insert

• Objective Lens Cover and Eyepiece Cap

Portable and Convenient

Despite its large 5" aperture, the C5 remains compact and lightweight. At just 6 lbs and 13” long, it easily fits in a backpack or its included case, making it an excellent travel companion for fieldwork, nature trips, or nights under the stars.

Technical Specifications

• Magnification: 50x (with included 25mm eyepiece)

• Aperture: 127mm (5")

• Focal Length: 1250mm (f/10)

• Field of View: 1° / 157.5 ft @ 1000 yds

• Close Focus: 20 ft (6.1m)

• Eye Relief: 22mm

• Exit Pupil: 2.5mm

• Prism Glass: BaK4

• Coatings: StarBright XLT

• Weight: 96 oz (2.72 kg)

• Dimensions: 330 x 152 x 168mm (13.0" x 6.0" x 6.6")

• Tripod Adaptable: Yes (¼”-20 mount)

• Camera Adaptable: Yes

• Included Accessories: 25mm Plössl eyepiece, 45° diagonal, 6x30 erect image finderscope, firm carry case, lens covers

Safety Warning

⚠️ Never look directly at the Sun with the naked eye or through the C5 without a proper solar filter. Permanent and irreversible eye damage may result.

Why Choose the Celestron C5?

The Celestron C5 SCT Spotting Scope is the perfect blend of aperture, portability, and versatility. With NASA heritage, professional-grade optics, and a travel-ready form factor, it’s a reliable tool for nature enthusiasts, birdwatchers, and stargazers alike.