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product_id: 273444422
title: "C5 127mm f/10 50x Spotting Scope, Black"
brand: "celestron"
price: "€ 1431.27"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 5
category: "Celestron"
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# StarBright XLT coatings boost light transmission 50x magnification for pinpoint detail 127mm aperture for stunning clarity C5 127mm f/10 50x Spotting Scope, Black

**Brand:** celestron
**Price:** € 1431.27
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🔭 See the unseen, own the moment.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** C5 127mm f/10 50x Spotting Scope, Black by celestron
- **How much does it cost?** € 1431.27 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.nl](https://www.desertcart.nl/products/273444422-c5-127mm-f-10-50x-spotting-scope-black)

## Best For

- celestron enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted celestron brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Powerful Zoom:** 50x magnification lets you see details from miles away
- • **NASA-Grade Optics:** 5-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain design trusted by space missions
- • **Versatile Viewing:** Near focus at 20 feet and 45° erect image diagonal for nature and astronomy
- • **Portable Precision:** Lightweight 6 lbs and compact 11-inch length for on-the-go adventures
- • **Brilliant Brightness:** StarBright XLT coatings deliver crisp, vivid views even in low light

## Overview

The Celestron C5 is a professional-grade 5-inch (127mm) Schmidt-Cassegrain spotting scope featuring StarBright XLT coatings and 50x magnification. Lightweight and portable, it offers exceptional brightness and clarity for terrestrial and astronomical viewing, with a near focus of 20 feet and a 45-degree erect image diagonal. Trusted by NASA and highly rated by enthusiasts, it’s perfect for serious bird watchers, nature lovers, and amateur astronomers seeking crisp, detailed views anywhere.

## Description

Celestron's C5 Spotting Scope is a 5-inch (127 mm) aperture, 1250 mm f/10 Schmidt-Cassegrain optical system. Its optical excellence is the reason it was chosen by NASA for many space shuttle missions. The C5 spotting scope is an ideal choice for the serious bird watcher, nature lover or anyone who enjoys beautiful views -either from your home or in the field. At just six pounds in weight and 11 inches in length, this spotting scope is a completely portable visual and photographic instrument that performs well in any viewing location. Further, Celestron offers a wide variety of optional accessories to expand the capabilities of this special instrument. The C5's aperture of 5-inches allows it to easily outperform smaller aperture spotting scopes. Offering 4½ times more light gathering ability than a 60 mm spotting scope and 2½ times more than an 80 mm scope, Celestron's C5 is the clear choice when a powerful instrument delivering brilliant, crisp views is what you require. The C5 spotting scope is a wonderfully versatile instrument, and its near focus of approximately 20 feet allows you to observe plant life, wildlife, birds or insects with ease. At the same time, the C5 can also be used as an astronomical telescope. In addition, the C5 goes easily from working as a powerful spotting scope to being a high performance 1250 mm f/10 telephoto lens.

Review: Excellent Scope - Purchased to use as for planetary imaging. All I can say is wow. Excellent optics, well made and the case is a nice bonus. Could not notice any image shift on focusing and the focuser moves smoothly and precisely. The provided eyepiece is also surprisingly good and provides beautiful clear viewing. The astronomical views through this scope are truly beautiful. I tested for terrestrial too and the views were stunning. Able to see the colour of a birds eye from over half a mile away. This scope is an absolute bargain at the £300 with next day delivery. This is the same 5" scope as supplied with the Celestron SE, nexstar, star sense etc, and has the Celestron XLT bright coated optics. Excellent quality telescope as well as terrestrial and delivery was spot in. Cannot recommend highly enough 👌
Review: Nature's Window with Optical Brilliance - The Celestron C5 spotting scope is a remarkable companion for nature and wildlife enthusiasts, offering superb optical performance and user-friendly features. Designed with precision, this spotting scope caters to the needs of avid observers, providing an immersive experience in the great outdoors. One of the standout features of the Celestron C5 is its optical prowess. The scope boasts a 5-inch aperture and excellent optics, delivering crisp and clear images with impressive detail. Whether you're observing distant wildlife or studying the intricate patterns of nature, the C5 provides a viewing experience that truly enhances your connection with the environment. Usability is a key strength of the Celestron C5. With a user-friendly design, it ensures that both beginners and experienced users can quickly adapt to its features. The smooth focus knob and adjustable eyepiece make it easy to hone in on your subjects, while the sturdy tripod provides stability for extended observation sessions. The portability of the scope adds to its versatility, allowing nature enthusiasts to effortlessly explore different habitats. While the optical performance of the Celestron C5 is commendable, a minor critique revolves around the choice of materials in certain components. The Chinese plastic caps, while functional, may feel less durable compared to their counterparts made from more robust materials. Additionally, some users have noted that the assembly quality, being produced in China, might not match the meticulous standards expected from premium scopes. Despite these minor criticisms, the Celestron C5 spotting scope remains an excellent choice for nature observation and wildlife enthusiasts. Its optical brilliance and user-friendly design far outweigh the concerns over material choices and assembly. Whether you're a seasoned birder or a casual nature observer, the Celestron C5 opens a window to the wonders of the natural world with unparalleled clarity and ease of use.

## Features

- 5-Inch schmidt-cassegrain optical design
- StarBright XLT coatings
- With 25 mm (50x) Eyepiece
- 45-Degrees erect image diagonal
- 6x30 Erect image finderscope

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B008FK623Q |
| Best Sellers Rank | #178,672 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #48 in Spotting Scopes |
| Brand | Celestron |
| Built-In Media | 1 x Celestron C5 127mm f/10 50x Spotting Scope |
| Coating | Schmidt-cassegrain |
| Compatible Devices | Cameras, Smartphones |
| Country of Origin | USA |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 145 Reviews |
| Exit Pupil Diameter | 2.5 Millimeters |
| Eye Piece Lens Description | 25mm lens |
| Eye piece lens description | 25mm lens |
| Field Of View | 1.17 Degrees |
| Finderscope | Reflex |
| Focal Length Description | 1250mm |
| Focus Type | Manual Focus |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00050234522915 |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 33D x 15.2W x 25.4H centimeters |
| Item Type Name | Spotting Scope |
| Item Weight | 96 Ounces |
| Item height | 10 inches |
| Manufacturer | Celestron Acquisition, LLC |
| Model Name | C5 |
| Model name | C5 |
| Mount | Equatorial Mount |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 127 Millimeters |
| Objective lens diameter | 127 Millimeters |
| Optical tube length | 70 Millimeters |
| Optical-Tube Length | 70 Millimeters |
| Power Source | manual winding or mechanical |
| Telescope mount description | Equatorial Mount |
| UPC | 050234522915 |
| Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime |
| Zoom Ratio | 50x |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Celestron
- **Eye piece lens description:** 25mm lens
- **Model name:** C5
- **Objective lens diameter:** 127 Millimeters
- **Optical tube length:** 70 Millimeters

## Images

![C5 127mm f/10 50x Spotting Scope, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61U98CUrjyL.jpg)

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it come with a dovetail?**
A: Yes, the tube has a Vixen style dovetail which is 1.75" wide and runs the entire length of the tube. The dovetail bar also has two 1/4" tripod threads - one towards the rear, and one towards the middle, so that it can be balanced accordingly. It works pretty well using a medium weight camera pan head on a tripod.

**Q: is this scope as good as the scope nasa used on the shutle. they both have the same model#52291  C5**
A: It's technically the same model (C5) but newer generations of Celestron telescopes are bit more cheaply made.  On the other hand, the current model is probably 1/4 the price of what the original versions cost.

**Q: I see shipping weight is 11 pounds.  What is the scope weight outside of packaging etc.?**
A: The OTA by itself weighs about 6 lbs.

**Q: Does this OTA come with a case?**
A: Yes, it comes with a nice soft case with foam inserts for storage for each of the supplied items.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent Scope
*by T***R on 25 January 2025*

Purchased to use as for planetary imaging. All I can say is wow. Excellent optics, well made and the case is a nice bonus. Could not notice any image shift on focusing and the focuser moves smoothly and precisely. The provided eyepiece is also surprisingly good and provides beautiful clear viewing. The astronomical views through this scope are truly beautiful. I tested for terrestrial too and the views were stunning. Able to see the colour of a birds eye from over half a mile away. This scope is an absolute bargain at the £300 with next day delivery. This is the same 5" scope as supplied with the Celestron SE, nexstar, star sense etc, and has the Celestron XLT bright coated optics. Excellent quality telescope as well as terrestrial and delivery was spot in. Cannot recommend highly enough 👌

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nature's Window with Optical Brilliance
*by W***F on 4 February 2024*

The Celestron C5 spotting scope is a remarkable companion for nature and wildlife enthusiasts, offering superb optical performance and user-friendly features. Designed with precision, this spotting scope caters to the needs of avid observers, providing an immersive experience in the great outdoors. One of the standout features of the Celestron C5 is its optical prowess. The scope boasts a 5-inch aperture and excellent optics, delivering crisp and clear images with impressive detail. Whether you're observing distant wildlife or studying the intricate patterns of nature, the C5 provides a viewing experience that truly enhances your connection with the environment. Usability is a key strength of the Celestron C5. With a user-friendly design, it ensures that both beginners and experienced users can quickly adapt to its features. The smooth focus knob and adjustable eyepiece make it easy to hone in on your subjects, while the sturdy tripod provides stability for extended observation sessions. The portability of the scope adds to its versatility, allowing nature enthusiasts to effortlessly explore different habitats. While the optical performance of the Celestron C5 is commendable, a minor critique revolves around the choice of materials in certain components. The Chinese plastic caps, while functional, may feel less durable compared to their counterparts made from more robust materials. Additionally, some users have noted that the assembly quality, being produced in China, might not match the meticulous standards expected from premium scopes. Despite these minor criticisms, the Celestron C5 spotting scope remains an excellent choice for nature observation and wildlife enthusiasts. Its optical brilliance and user-friendly design far outweigh the concerns over material choices and assembly. Whether you're a seasoned birder or a casual nature observer, the Celestron C5 opens a window to the wonders of the natural world with unparalleled clarity and ease of use.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Biggest of the little scopes!
*by H***R on 3 February 2022*

This is my C5 on the Celestron heavy duty Alt-az mount. Pretty good pairing. Old school manual analog setup. No electronics. My scope arrived with perfect collimation. The XLT coating makes the front glass look so clear, at a certain angle, I did a double-take to check if the glass was missing. First thing I did was replace the 45 deg diagonal with a 90 deg star diagonal. The finderscope is pretty much useless so that would change next. The travel case is much, much cheaper quality than I hoped, but it is free and useful so I can’t complain too much. I was strongly considering the C90 at first, but after reading many Cloudy Nights posts, I went with the C5. Overall I’m very happy with this gorgeous instrument, which was once worthy of being on the Space Shuttle. Can’t wait for the snow outside to clear up so I can put it through it’s paces. Clear skies, y’all!

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*Last updated: 2026-02-26*