With a broad zoom range and large objective lens, the straight-through viewing Alpen Optics Shasta Ridge 20-60x80 Spotting Scope is an ideal companion for the trail, range, blind, deck, or patio. Its large objective and magnification range is comparable to many starter telescopes, so you will have no problem pointing it skyward at night to view the moon, planets, constellations, and more. The spotter comes with a carrying case and a tabletop tripod, so you can get out and viewing as soon as you open the box.

Straight-Through Viewing    Powerful 20-60x Zoom Eyepiece    Massive 80mm Objective Lens    BAK4 Porro Prism Light Path    Anti-Reflection Fully Multicoated Optics    Single-Speed Focusing Mechanism    Nitrogen-Filled, Fog and Waterproof    Slip-Resistant, Protective Rubber Armor    Rotating 1/4"-20 Mount Tripod Collar    Carrying Case and Tabletop Tripod

• Powerful 20-60x zoom eyepiece allows you to make detailed observations and identifications at extreme long range
• Oversized 80mm objective lens helps to ensure views remain bright and clear, even when viewing subjects at long range on maximum magnification in challenging light conditions; also makes the spotting scope ideal as a starter telescope for lunar and planetary viewing and surveying constellations
• BAK4 Porro prism design for better edge-to-edge sharpness and depth of view
• Anti-reflection fully multicoated optics increase light transmission, improve color rendition and contrast
• 113-foot field of view at 1000 yards on 20x, 55 feet on 60x

• Eyepiece is set in-line with the scope's body to make finding subjects faster and tracking moving targets easier
• Single-speed focusing mechanism is easy to see even in cold and wet conditions or while wearing gloves
• Twist-up eye cup improves viewing comfort with or without eyewear
• Rotating tripod collar allows eyepiece position to be adjusted relative to the tripod for the optimal eyepiece position
• Standard 1/4"-20 tripod mount
• Comfortable relief at all magnifications reduces eye fatigue
• 4mm exit pupil on low power, 1.3mm on high power

• Tabletop tripod included
• Nitrogen-filled to be resistant to internal fogging when moving through extreme changes in temperature or environmental conditions
• O-ring sealed to an IPX7 rating to be waterproof to a depth of 3.3 feet for up to 30 minutes
• Extendable sunshade helps to prevent lens flare for improved contrast and clarity
• Carrying case included

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is there an adapter for connecting to a NIKON D3400 camera?

A: You can use this adapter to mount the scope on a Nikon camera: https://bhpho.to/2WYcUUv

Q: 2. Does this scope have a compatible digiscoping adapter for DLSR or compact cameras?

A: I recently bought this scope and I've only had out a few times but have been impressed so far. The only adapter I've used is for using my iPhone 6s for taking some videos and pics. I suspect there are adapters for DLSR or other compact cameras. Sorry probably not much help.

Q: 3. kowa tsn-502 where is it made?

A: According to the information we have, our current inventory's Country of Origin is China. Please be aware this can change over the product's production life without notice.

Q: 4. Is there any way to mount a Panasonic GH5 body to this scope? Thanks!

A: Using the Novagrade T-Mount Digiscoping Adapter BH #NOUA00T101 • MFR #UA-00T1-01 on your scope and the Vello T-Mount Lens to Micro Four Thirds-Mount Camera Lens Adapter BH #VELAMFTT • MFR #LA-MFT-T mounted to your camera body. Those (2) pieces will now screw together

Q: 5. What Tripods does this scope fit into?

A: The scope has a Tripod Mounting Thread 1/4"-20 which is a universal thread size on most consumer tripods My recommendation for a spotting scope is a tripod with a pan/tilt head

Q: 6. What do I need to attach my Fuji XT-5 to this please ?

A: You will need the Novagrade T-Mount Digiscoping Adapter BH #NOUA00T101 • MFR #UA-00T1-01 to position over the eyepiece and the FotodioX Lens Mount Adapter for T-Mount T/T-2 Screw Mount SLR Lens to Fujifilm Fuji X-Series Mirrorless Camera Body BH #FOT2FXRF • MFR #T2-FXRF to attach to your camera body. Those (2) pieces will now screw together.

Q: 7. Which MeoPix iPhone adapter fits this scope?

A: The 48mm and 49mm Adapter will be compatible. Here is a link to the Meopta MeoPix iScoping Adapter for iPhone 5 (49mm), not quite sure which iphone Model you have. Link: http://bhpho.to/1QOhkVt

Q: 8. Does this spotting scope come with any type of case?

A: It does come with a protective sleeve that you can carry. It does not come in a hard case.

Q: 9. Celestron has the specs for this scope as Linear Field of View (@1000 yds) / @1000 m): 62.9 - 36.7 ft @1000 yds (21.0 - 22.2 m @1000m) I think the specs you have at 165ft are wrong?

A: Yes thank you for bringing this to our attention I will alert our Web Team on this Specification Error. The Celestron Specification if correct. Thank you again.

Q: 10. Can the Vortex 20-60x 85 scope be used to view the moon with no filter? If not what filter is needed?

A: You can use this Scope for Celestial Viewing. Absolutely you can use this to look at the Moon with. Unfortunately we do not carry a Moon Filter compatible with this Scope. However I think you will be able to use this without a Filter.