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Celestron – MAK 90mm Angled Spotting Scope – Maksutov Spotting Scope – Great for Long Range Viewing – 39x Magnification with 32mm Eyepiece – Multi-Coated Optics – Rubber Armored

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  • 90MM MAKSUTOV-CASSEGRAIN SPOTTING SCOPE: Compact and lightweight, the C90 is an ideal choice for bird watching, nature observation, target shooting, and digiscoping.
  • BRIGHT, SHARP VIEWS OF DISTANT TARGETS: Ideal for spotting small land-based targets at great distances or viewing astronomical objects at night.
  • COMPACT AND PORTABLE: The Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design folds the scope's light path, resulting in a scope that is much smaller than others of a similar focal length. Take it with you anywhere.
  • USE IT AS A TELEPHOTO LENS: The C90 is designed with photography in mind; it's fully camera adaptable. To take professional quality shots, just attach the correct optional T- Adapter and T-Ring for your camera to the back of the scope.
  • ACCESSORIES INCLUDED: 32mm eyepiece, 45° erect image diagonal, 8x21 erect image finderscope, nylon backpack for storage and transport.
  • UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading optics brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a Celestron Limited Lifetime US Warranty & US-based expert tech support.
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eye piece lens
Brandon
Brandon
Plossl
objective lens diameter
90 millimeters
80 millimeters
80 millimeters
127 millimeters
65 millimeters
exit pupil diameter
2.3 millimeters
4 millimeters
2.5 millimeters
telescope mount
Equatorial Mount
Equatorial Mount
Equatorial Mount
lens coating
Multi-Coated
Multi-Coated
Schmidt-cassegrain
Fully Multi-coated
weight
2.1 kilograms
1.1 kilograms
3.56 pounds
96 ounces
2.28 pounds
finderscope
Reflex
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What's in the box

  • 32 mm Eyepiece, 45° Erect Image Diagonal, 8x21 Erect Image Finderscope and backpack

  • From the manufacturer

    C90 Maksutov-Cassegrain Spotting Scope / Telescope Hybrid

    An excellent choice for both terrestrial and astronomical usage.

    FEATURES AND BENEFITS

    Highly Versatile

    The Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design is recognized for being a portable design that is easy to use and has a variety of applications.

    Erect Image Finderscope

    Locate your subject quicky with the included 8x21 erect image finderscope.

    Uses Astronomy Eyepieces

    The C90 accepts a wide range of 1.25” mount eyepieces for even more magnification.

    Backpack Case Included

    An included backpack case is a convenient way to transport your scope.

    FEATURES AND BENEFITS

    Super-telephoto Lens

    Built-in T-mount adapter threads allow easy connection of DSLR camera bodies to create a 1250 mm lens.

    Versatile Mounting Options

    Designed with both a dovetail rail and a ¼-20 threaded mounting port, the C90 mounts easily on both astronomical and camera tripods.

    Multiple Accessories Included

    Custom backpack case, 32 mm eyepiece, 45° erect image diagonal 8x21 mm erect image finderscope, objective cover, cleaning cloth, and instruction manual all included.

    Customer Reviews
    52268 52291 52238 52305
    Magnification 39x (with included eyepiece) 50x (with included eyepiece) 25x-75x 20x-60x
    Optical Design Maksutov-Cassegrain Schmidt-Cassegrain Maksutov-Cassegrain Porro Prism
    Eyepiece 32 mm Plossl 50 mm Plossl 10-30 mm 8-24 mm
    Field of View (degrees) 1.3° 1.0° (with included eyepiece) 1.3°-0.7° 2.1°-1.0°
    Field of View (feet @ 1000yds) 67 (with included eyepiece) 52 (with included eyepiece) 68-37 (with included eyepiece) 110-52
    Lens Coatings Multi-coated StarBright XLT Multi-coated Fully Multi-coated & XLT
    Close Focus Distance (feet) 15 20 32 21.3
    Eye Relief (mm) 20 22 16 20
    Eyecup Folding (with included eyepiece) Folding (with included eyepiece) Folding (with included eyepiece) Twist
    Customer Reviews
    Tripod Mount Dovetail Rail & ¼-20 threaded Dovetail Rail & ¼-20 threaded Fixed; ¼-20 threaded Rotating; ¼-20 threaded
    Finderscope 8x21 mm Erect Image 6x30 mm Erect Image No No

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    Product Description

    Product Description

    The Maksutov optical design is recognized for being a portable design that is easy to use and has a variety of applications, making it an excellent choice for both terrestrial and astronomical usage. This C90 Mak has excellent optics with razor sharp images over a wide field.

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    Celestron’s 52268 90mm Maksutov Spotting Scope delivers excellent high power optics in a compact, affordable package. The 52268 package includes a backpack style soft carrying case, an 8x21 erect image finder scope, a 1.25 inch size correct image 45* prism diagonal, and a fully coated 32mm plossl eyepiece for a magnification of 39X.

    Customer reviews

    4.3 out of 5 stars
    4.3 out of 5
    354 global ratings

    Customers say

    Customers like the quality, value, weight and image quality of the telescope. They mention that its a great little setup, good value for money and that the optics are very good for clarity and detail. They are also satisfied with performance, and ease of assembly. That said, opinions are mixed on visibility and brightness.

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    115 customers mention96 positive19 negative

    Customers like the quality of the telescope. They say it's a great little telescope with a high-quality tripod. Customers are impressed with the quality and functionality of the product. They mention that it' s s solid little setup and is not a flimsy scope.

    "...PRO: excellent optics, easy to get very high useful magnifications and outstanding views of moon and planets, easy to split double stars, and good..." Read more

    "...swapping out single-focal-length eyepieces; also, a sturdy, high-quality tripod of either the camera or the astronomical variety, depending on your..." Read more

    "...The unit is fairly rugged, self-contained, and more or less sealed so you can't accidentally mess something up...." Read more

    "...This however, does make it easier to find the object you are looking for...." Read more

    55 customers mention51 positive4 negative

    Customers appreciate the value of the telescope. They mention that the optics are really good for the price, and it is a well-made scope for its price.

    "...SUMMARY: A very capable, sturdy spotting/astro scope for a very attractive price...." Read more

    "...clarity are well beyond what I expected for such a small and inexpensive telescope...." Read more

    "...Given the small size and modest price, my expectations were relatively low, but I did expect it to do a reasonably good job for casual use...." Read more

    "...I think this scope is a great budget spotting scope and possibly a decent portable astronomical scope...." Read more

    45 customers mention32 positive13 negative

    Customers like the image quality of the telescope. They mention that it has a perfectly clear image, the sharpness and clarity are well beyond what they expected for such a small and affordable telescope. The resolution is fantastic, and the optics are very good for clarity and detail. Customers are also impressed with the incredible detail they can see with just the normal eyepiece, and that it is capable of some decent deep-sky photos.

    "...Secondly, the C90 is capable of providing very good images at focal lengths (i.e. high magnification) that leave regular spotting scopes in the..." Read more

    "...As for the actual quality of the image, I am not an expert. It seems very crisp to me and I don't seem to see any color issues...." Read more

    "...Next, I found terrestrial images to be "soft", with a washed-out appearance...." Read more

    "...Its sharpness and clarity are well beyond what I expected for such a small and inexpensive telescope...." Read more

    45 customers mention37 positive8 negative

    Customers like the weight of the telescope. They mention that it is easy to use and very portable. They also say that it's a great tool to take with you anywhere. The weight is relevantly light weight for its power, but it' s still built to last. The eyepiece is 32mm and 39x, and it weighs about 3 pounds. It has proven to be a good travel scope, and is a quick grab-and-go for some quick lunar or planetary looks.

    "...The Maksutov Cassegrain design makes it an excellent travel scope, very capable optically, without the color aberration or "coma" of other..." Read more

    "...It has a quality look and heavy weight feel that is impressive for a scope in this price range...." Read more

    "...scope is a great budget spotting scope and possibly a decent portable astronomical scope. For the price and versatility, it is a great little scope...." Read more

    "...You can easily count shingles on a house 3000 ft away. It travels easily in a checked bag at Southwest Airlines...." Read more

    33 customers mention33 positive0 negative

    Customers are satisfied with the performance of the telescope. They say it works well for astronomy, and is great for terrestrial viewing. The high focal ratio of the scope makes it ideal for use with economical eyepieces. The finder scope works great, and the performance on fixed distant land objects is incredible. The balance of size, price, and functionality makes it an ideal choice for terrestrial use. The focuser functions well, and allows for crisp views when matched with the telescope, making it a great choice for both terrestrial and skyward views.

    "...PRO: Because of it's high focal ratio (F13.9), it works great with economical eyepieces...." Read more

    "...The focuser functions well and allows for crisp views when matched with the appropriate eye pieces...." Read more

    "...In the end, for less than $300 the results are quite satisfactory." Read more

    "...It's a great introductory scope for astronomy, and works fantastic at the range." Read more

    28 customers mention22 positive6 negative

    Customers find the telescope easy to assemble. They say it has a one-page instruction, and is very solid. Customers also mention that it is very easy to attach a camera, and that the optical tube assembly is light. The telescope is a lot more stable than larger models, and it is easy to use for photography. The included backpack is quite simple, but it gets the job done, and the scope back makes it easy to navigate the sky. Customers are happy to own and use the telescope.

    "...PRO: fully erecting diagonal makes it easy to navigate the sky, and not "get lost" with inverted/mirrored images...." Read more

    "...I'm super pleased with the Celestron C90, and it is a pleasure to own and use." Read more

    "...The included backpack is quite simple but gets the job done and it is the perfect size to carry the telescope tube, the viewfinder (unmounted), the..." Read more

    "...Cons:-The finder scope isn't all that great. It's difficult to use while a camera body is attached...." Read more

    61 customers mention42 positive19 negative

    Customers are mixed about the visibility of the telescope. Some mention that it has a nice daytime view, the field of view is very good, and it's good for looking at planets and the Moon. However, others say that the optics seem to be acceptable, it' s too dim in the viewfinder, and the eyepiece is subpar.

    "...PRO: The finder is nice. Fully erecting, nice aperture, balanced magnification, easy to align.CON: The finder is "straight through"...." Read more

    "...this scope did a better job that I expected and it was able to easily view Saturn's rings!..." Read more

    "...The supplied Plossel eyepiece is ideal with a comfortably wide apparent field of view, even though the telescope is looking at a restricted bit of..." Read more

    "...First, I found the supplied eyepiece to offer far too narrow a field of view...." Read more

    29 customers mention12 positive17 negative

    Customers are mixed about the brightness of the telescope. Some mention that it's bright, clear, and overall excellent, while others say that the contrast is really low, faint nebula look very dim, and the reflections from the telescope lower the contrast. Customers also mention that the misalignment affected both contrast and resolution of the instrument.

    "...Still, what's there, looks OK. Contrast isn't super, but a dew shield from Astrozap helps, as does flocking the inside of the..." Read more

    "...This scope is an excellent implementation of the design, and is optically great. However, there are a few caveats, which I list here:..." Read more

    "...Cons: f/13.89 f-ratio means it's not particularly good at seeing dim objects at night...." Read more

    "...Views of the moon were contrasty, very bright and quite sharp...." Read more

    Excelente para principiantes, precio razonable y buena calidad de óptica
    4 Stars
    Excelente para principiantes, precio razonable y buena calidad de óptica
    Este es mi primer telescopio y puedo decir que tiene puntos buenos y negativos (todo desde un punto de vista de alguien que entra por primera vez a este mundo)Puntos Buenos-El telescopio llega con medidas anti golpes, tenia cierta preocupación por como llegaría pero al abrir el paquete, contenían bolsas y aditamentos que protegen el telescopio-Es fácil montarlo y usarlo por primera vez, es intuitivo y eso que al comienzo no revise la guía, ya con unos días después de usarlo revise la guía y definitivamente tenerlo en varios idiomas es genial-Llega con una mochila que ayuda llevarlo a diferentes lugares, quizás sea algo insignificante para muchos pero para otros este tipo de consideraciones agrega cierto cariño y dedicación que reciben del producto-El ocular de 32mm permite observaciones terrestres y objetos como la Luna, creo que este ocular puede ser apto para iniciar en ambos campos-El telescopio ofrece una buena calidad de imagen, me sorprendió la claridad que puede producir en la observación, intente usar un celular como cámara pero definitivamente en la observación es una calidad de imagen muy superior (quizás no use bien el modo pro del celular jeje)-El precio también cumple un papel importante y por menos de 200$ que pude obtener durante el black friday realmente vale la pena, además del envió gratis hasta mi pais redujo el precio inicial que pretendía gastar :) , tuve en mente otras opciones pero el precio de envió y el impuesto aduanero prácticamente duplicaban el presupuesto :(Puntos Negativos-El telescopio buscador que viene es malo, cuando se ajusta a la mira del telescopio cualquier cosa lo mueve, hasta el viento puede moverlo y tener que ajustarlo de nuevo es molesto, definitivamente esto es reemplazable-La diagonal de 45° es genial para observación terrestre, pero para observación astronómica es un dolor de cuello, es recomendable adquirir una diagonal de 90° para astronomía-Es necesario adquirir un trípode por separado y este trípode debe ser bueno
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    Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2017
    Style: 32mm x 45°Set: Spotting scopeVerified Purchase
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    5.0 out of 5 stars Some advise for astronomical use
    Reviewed in the United States on February 5, 2017
    I got this "spotting scope" mainly for astronomical use.

    The Maksutov Cassegrain design makes it an excellent travel scope, very capable optically, without the color aberration or "coma" of other telescopes. This scope is an excellent implementation of the design, and is optically great. However, there are a few caveats, which I list here:

    PRO: Because of it's high focal ratio (F13.9), it works great with economical eyepieces.
    CON: only comes with one eyepiece (32mm, for 56x magnification). To get this as a first telescope, I highly recommend you get the "Celestron 93230 8 to 24mm 1.25 Zoom Eyepiece". They work great together, awesome views of the planets and the moon.

    PRO: very lightweight, easy to take on hikes, airline carry-on bags, trips to dark skies, etc. Comes with a nice bag.
    CON: does not come with a tripod. This is it's crux, because for astronomy use not any photo tripod will do. A good astronomy tripod (with slow motion controls or tracking) will cost more than this telescope. It *can* be used with a good travel tripod with fluid head (which is what I use) but this way you sacrifice "ease of use" for portability.

    PRO: excellent optics, easy to get very high useful magnifications and outstanding views of moon and planets, easy to split double stars, and good views of a few of the brightest nebula.
    CON: Very narrow true field of view: Maxes at just 1°, in which many of the larger star clusters (like the Pleiades) won't fit. Also, faint nebula look very dim, because of the small 90mm aperture.

    PRO: fully erecting diagonal makes it easy to navigate the sky, and not "get lost" with inverted/mirrored images.
    CON: the 45° diagonal is just not suited for astronomical use, because it makes it really uncomfortable to look at things that are very high in the sky (near the zenith). To use this spotting scope as a telescope, you will need to purchase a "90° mirror diagonal" or your neck will hurt. (I got an $18 SVBONY 1.25 90° diagonal from Amazon, and it works)

    PRO: The finder is nice. Fully erecting, nice aperture, balanced magnification, easy to align.
    CON: The finder is "straight through". There are "RACI" (right angle) finders that are more comfortable to use, although those are very expensive, so the included finder works fine.

    PRO: the price of this scope just can't be beaten. It's optical performance per dollar is top notch.
    CON: Not a full package. Additional purchases of a 90° diagonal and tripod/mount are required.

    The Celestron C90 was my first telescope, and I'm very satisfied with it. It is best for the planets, the moon, splitting double stars, and a few of the brightest deep space objects (more if you can travel to a very dark sky).

    If portability or price is paramount, it is an excellent choice. However, for home use, a larger aperture telescope (150mm or more) for a bit higher cost, could serve you better.

    Note: these pictures were taken with a Motorola MotoG3, they don't do justice to what you see through the eyepiece.
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    Reviewed in the United States on October 14, 2011
    Style: 32mm x 45°Set: Spotting scopeVerified Purchase
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