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

Features

From your backyard patio to the deepest back country adventure, the Celestron Hummingbird 9-27x56 Spotting Scope is designed to be your constant companion wherever you enjoy watching birds, bees, and other wildlife. Measuring just over 8 inches long with a comfortable 45° angled eyepiece, this spotter will easily fit in your pack or pocket and can be used mounted to a tripod or simply held by hand for fast glassing on the go.

Magnification and Lens Features

Its broad 9-27x magnification range lets you scan wide swaths of the landscape looking for targets with the ability to crank up the power for an up-close look when you find something interesting. A large objective lens is optimized for long-distance observations with the light-gathering capability required to keep views bright and crisp even in challenging light or when you're observing a subject on max magnification at extreme long range. To further improve light transmission, Celestron employs BAK4 prism glass and phase-correcting prism coatings, with anti-reflection multi-coatings on the lens system. These features work together to ensure views are bright and clear with high contrast and sharp resolution.

Durability and Portability

The compact housing is covered in a protective rubber armor that provides sure handling while you're setting it up or breaking it down on a tripod or pulling it from your pocket to take a quick look up a ridge. A standard 1/4"-20 tripod mount lets you attach it to most photo/video/field tripods, tripod heads, or quick release plates. Celestron also includes a woven nylon carrying case that has both a removable shoulder strap and a belt strap to give a variety of carrying options in the field.

Optical Performance

• Broad 9-27x magnification range enables users to scan wide swaths of the terrain for targets with the ability to zoom in and make detailed observations and positive identification
• Large 56mm objective lens diameter ensures views remain bright and crisp in low or challenging light or when viewing subjects at long range on maximum magnification
• BAK4 roof prism light path delivers a round exit pupil and a crisp and clear image with limited edge distortion
• Anti-reflection fully multi-coated optics improve light transmission to produce high-contrast views with sharp clarity and resolution
• Phase-correcting prism coatings eliminate internal interference for improved contrast and resolution
• 9.8' minimum focus distance for viewing small subjects like hummingbirds, insects, and flora & fauna
• 220-foot field of view at 1000 yards on 9x, 97-foot on 27x

Use and Handling

• Eyepiece is set at a 45° angle to the body to place the head in a comfortable viewing position whether the user is standing, sitting, or lying prone
• Large focusing and power selector collars are slip resistant so adjustments are easy in cold and wet weather or while wearing gloves
• Twist-up rubber eye cup for comfortable use with or without eyewear
• Standard 1/4"-20 tripod mounting to make it compatible with most photo/video/field tripods, heads, and quick release plates
• 15mm eye relief reduces eyestrain, especially during long observation sessions
• Wide 6.2mm exit pupil at 9x will completely cover the pupil as it opens and fully dilates in low light, so the whole scene remains in view

Construction Details

• Compact and lightweight construction; measures just over 8 inches long and weighs under 21 ounces
• Nitrogen-filled waterproof and resistant to internal fogging when moving through extreme changes in environmental conditions or temperatures
• Rubberized covering provides positive slip-resistant handling
• Padded woven nylon carrying case with a belt strap and shoulder strap for a variety of carrying options

Specifications

Design

Viewing Angle

Angled

Prism Type

Roof (BAK4)

Performance

Magnification

9 to 27x

Objective Lens Diameter

56 mm

Field of View

9x: 219.9' @ 1000 yd / 73.0 m @ 1000 m

27x: 96.4' @ 1000 yd / 32.0 m @ 1000 m

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: 8.2 x H: 5.0 x W: 2.7" / L: 20.8 x H: 12.7 x W: 6.8 cm

Weight

20.8 oz / 590.0 g