Celestron Hummingbird 56mm Angled Spotting Scope - Ultra Portable Micro Spotting Scope

The Celestron Hummingbird, the world's first "micro" spotting scope, shares many attributes with its namesake bird. In the wild, hummingbirds are renowned for their diminutive size, remarkable agility (the ability to fly in virtually any direction at will), and their capacity to traverse vast distances (many migrate between South and North America). Similarly, the Hummingbird spotting scope is designed to be exceptionally lightweight and compact, making it an ideal companion for hikers, birders, and other wildlife enthusiasts on the move.

Unlike standard spotting scopes, which tend to be bulky and heavy, the Hummingbird is engineered to shatter expectations about the size and portability of such an optical instrument. You can easily hold this spotting scope in one hand, slip it into a pocket, or pack it in your carry-on luggage without sacrificing valuable space. This exceptional level of compactness and convenience means you can take the Hummingbird to places you never thought possible with a spotting scope.

Despite its diminutive size, the Hummingbird does not compromise on quality. All air-to-glass surfaces are fully multi-coated with high-transmission optical coatings, ensuring maximum light transmission for bright, sharp, and high-contrast images. The prism is phase-coated BaK4, further enhancing contrast and resolution for sharper, more detailed observations.

The durable body of the Hummingbird is designed to protect the spotting scope against bumps, jolts, and environmental challenges. It is fully waterproof and nitrogen-purged, allowing you to use the scope worry-free in rainy conditions, humid environments, and other demanding outdoor settings.

With a close focus distance of 10 feet, the Hummingbird 9-27x56 spotting scope is well-suited for viewing a variety of subjects, from birds and butterflies to plants and other nearby wildlife. The magnification range of 9-27x spans the standard magnification levels of both binoculars and spotting scopes, making it a versatile all-around performer.

One of the Hummingbird's unique features is its ability to be used handheld at the lowest magnification level, providing a quick and convenient way to observe your subject. This sets it apart from most spotting scopes, which typically require a tripod for stable viewing. Travelers who want to optimize space can even use the Hummingbird to replace both their binocular and spotting scope, as it offers the functionality of both in a single, compact package.

For long-duration or long-distance viewing, the Hummingbird is also tripod adaptable, allowing you to secure it to a stable platform for comfortable, hands-free observation. The scope provides ample eye relief for use with or without eyeglasses, making it easily adjustable to suit different user preferences.

In summary, the Celestron Hummingbird is a remarkable feat of engineering, combining the small size and agility of its namesake bird with the optical performance and versatility of a high-quality spotting scope. Its compact, durable design and exceptional features make it an excellent choice for outdoor enthusiasts, nature lovers, and travelers who demand a lightweight, portable, and reliable optical instrument.

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