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Celestron – Ultima 100 Angled Spotting Scope – 22-66x Zoom Eyepiece – Multi-Coated Optics for Bird Watching, Wildlife, Scenery and Hunting – Waterproof & Fogproof– Includes Soft Carrying Case
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Brand | Celestron |
Optical Tube Length | 70 Millimeters |
Eye Piece Lens Description | Brandon |
Objective Lens Diameter | 100 Millimeters |
Telescope Mount Description | Equatorial Mount |
Product Dimensions | 22"D x 7"W x 7"H |
Focus Type | Manual Focus |
Finderscope | Reflex |
Item Weight | 4.5 Pounds |
Lens Coating Description | Multi-Coated |
About this item
- ULTIMA ANGLED ZOOM SPOTTING SCOPE: This versatile all-around spotting scope with a 100mm objective lens, 22-66x zoom, and a 45° viewing angle is the ideal choice for any outdoor enthusiast. It's perfect for observing nature and long-distance viewing.
- INCLUDES ESSENTIALS FOR BETTER VIEWING: The Celestron Ultima 100 comes complete with a soft carrying case, an extended tripod mounting plate, a zoom eyepiece with an integrated T-adapter for digiscoping, an eyepiece pouch, a lens cloth, and more.
- MULTI-COATED OPTICS: Every lens surface is coated multiple times with anti-reflective coatings to improve color and contrast and maximize brightness. You'll enjoy brighter and sharper images, even when ambient lighting conditions are dim.
- SHARP ZOOM EYEPIECE FUNCTION: The large focus dial allows you to bring your subject into razor-sharp focus before it moves away. The powerful 22-66x zoom eyepiece helps you zero in for detailed views of distant subjects in seconds.
- 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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Picture quality | 4.4 | 4.9 | 4.3 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.5 |
Value for money | 4.3 | 4.7 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.4 |
Light weight | 3.5 | — | 4.2 | 4.0 | 4.0 | 4.2 |
Quality of material | 4.4 | 5.0 | — | 4.0 | 4.0 | — |
Durability | 4.5 | — | — | 4.3 | 4.3 | — |
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focus type | Manual Focus | Manual Focus | — | Manual Focus | Manual Focus | Manual Focus |
eye piece lens | Brandon | — | — | Brandon | Prism | Index-matched lenses correct color across the entire visual spectrum. |
objective lens diameter | 100 millimeters | 85 millimeters | 80 millimeters | 80 millimeters | 80 millimeters | 85 millimeters |
exit pupil diameter | — | 4 milliliters | — | 4 millimeters | 4 millimeters | — |
telescope mount | Equatorial Mount | — | — | Equatorial Mount | Equatorial Mount | Directly mounts to Arca-Swiss tripod heads without the use of additional plates |
lens coating | Multi-Coated | Fully Coated | — | Multi-Coated | Multi-Coated | Ultimate anti-reflective coatings on all air-to-glass surfaces provide maximum light transmission for peak clarity and the pinnacle of low-light performance. |
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From the manufacturer
Ultima 22-66x100mm Angled Spotting Scope
A great all-around spotting scope with a large 100mm objective lens and a comfortable 45-degree viewing angle.
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Your Trusted Companion in the Field
Outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes count on Ultima for observing nature and long-distance viewing. Its rugged, armored exterior provides protection against hard use in the field.
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Multi-coated Optics
Fully multi-coated lenses provide high levels of light transmission, so you can enjoy brighter images even when ambient lighting conditions are dim.
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Waterproof and Fog-proof
Venture into rainy conditions with confidence; your Ultima scope is waterproof. It’s also filled with dry nitrogen gas and sealed, so you don’t need to worry about internal fogging of the lenses.
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Fast and Easy to Use
The large focus dial lets you bring your subject into razor sharp focus before it moves away. The included zoom eyepiece helps you zero in for detailed views of distant subjects in seconds.
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T-Mount Adapter for Digiscoping
Have you ever wanted to capture images through your spotting scope? Ultima includes a T-Mount adapter, so you can attach your DSLR camera with an optional T-ring.
Better Viewing
Extend plate, zoom eye piece with integrated T-adapter, carrying case, eyepiece lens cap, eyepiece port cover, eyepiece carrying case, eyepiece pouch, lens cloth, instrument manual included.
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Magnification
| 22x-66x | 20x-60x | 20x-60x | 20x-60x |
Field of View (degrees)
| 1.8°-1.0° | 1.8°-1.0° | 2.0°-1.0° | 2.0°-1.0° |
Field of View (feet @ 1000yds)
| 94-52 | 94-52 | 105-53 | 105-53 |
Lens Coatings
| Multi-coated | Multi-coated | Multi-coated | Multi-coated |
Prism Material
| BaK4 | BaK4 | BaK4 | BaK4 |
Close Focus Distance (feet)
| 33.0 | 33.0 | 26.2 | 26.2 |
Eye Relief (mm)
| 18 | 18 | 18 | 18 |
Eyecup
| Folding | Folding | Folding | Folding |
Environmental Protection
| Waterproof | Waterproof | Waterproof | Waterproof |
T-mount Adapter
| Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Tripod Mount
| Fixed | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed |
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 22 x 7 x 7 inches |
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Item Weight | 4.5 pounds |
ASIN | B0002862UW |
Item model number | 52252 |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #91,438 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors) #28 in Spotting Scopes |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 8, 2007 |
Department | unisex-adult |
Manufacturer | Celestron |
Country of Origin | China |
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Product Description
Product Description
The Celestron Ultima 100 series was designed to perform well in a range of viewing situations. Outdoor enthusiasts and adventurers will love it for observing nature and sharp long-distance spotting. The 100mm refractor features excellent multi-coated optics packed into a portable and durable housing and includes a powerful 22-66x zoom eyepiece.
The Ultima spotting scope is completely waterproof and fogproof. It’s been filled with dry nitrogen gas and sealed to prevent internal fogging of the lenses. You’ll be able to enjoy your viewing activities to the fullest even during extreme weather conditions! The Ultima 100 angled spotting scope also includes a T-mount adapter for digiscoping; this allows you to capture bright, sharp images through your spotting scope. Simply attach your DSLR camera equipped with a T-ring, and you’re ready to go!
Each Celestron optical product is engineered for the highest performance, durability, and quality in its class. Celestron optics provide you with a lifetime of viewing enjoyment at an unbeatable value! Buy with confidence from the world’s #1 telescope brand and a leading sport optics brand, based in California since 1960. You’ll also receive a Limited Lifetime warranty and unlimited access to technical support from our team of US-based experts.
From the Manufacturer
The largest aperture scope in the Ultima line, the 100mm Ultima offers more than 50% brighter images than the 80mm, allowing for better performance in low light conditions. The 100mm refractor features excellent multi-coated optics packed into a portable and durable refractor design and comes standard with a 22-66x zoom eyepiece. This series was designed to perform well in a range of viewing situations, making it a great all-around optical instrument. Youll love it for observing nature and long distance spotting. The green rubber optical tube allows for subtle observation in any nature environment. Ultima spotters are a great companion for any nature or outdoor enthusiast.
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Customers like the optics, value, quality and range of the spotting scope. For example, they mention that it's a great showcasing scope for the rifle range, excellent as a shooting range spotter and that it works pretty good.
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Customers like the optics of the telescope. They mention that it has a sharp picture throughout its range, and the image is bright and clear. The view was pretty good at the lowest zoom of 22x, and it still provides a very clear image of whatever critter you are trying to watch. The optics are OK, and clear glass is used at the range. Some customers are amazed at the clarity and detail they are able to see of the moon's features. Overall, customers are happy with the optic quality of the product.
"...the quality of glass amazed me. it was very very clear. at 150 yards and less i could CLEARLY see .223 holes made on WHITE paper...." Read more
"Very nice spotting scope. Good clear images at lower magnifications. Sharpness falls off slightly at the higher magnifications...." Read more
"...Or get to view through. I'm addicted to it! But the images are very, very clear and overall function works great. I have zero complaints so far...." Read more
"...The Celestron was brighter and a little more clear, but for a nearly 30% increase in the size of the objective lens..." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the value of the telescope. For example, they mention it's a great Amazon deal, good for the price, and a solid value. Some are also pleased with the performance for the money.
"...It's not a Swarovski, but at more than $2000 less, it's a solid value. I can recommend it for general viewing and non-photographic work." Read more
"...They did their homework and made a good product at a reasonable price. To me, Celestron is a trusted company of optics...." Read more
"...Nice looking item, nice finish and good value. You would have to pay more than double to get a better scope...." Read more
"Very happy with this, great value for money . At 22x the image is bright, gorgeous and beautiful but it doesn't really do 66x as advertised...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the telescope. They say it has a high-quality construction, and looks substantial. They are satisfied with the quality and clarity of the lens, and are impressed with the glass. They also say it's a great quality scope, and seems rugged.
"...For the money, it's a great quality scope. It's not a Swarovski or Vortex, but it's good enough for me...." Read more
"...the quality of glass amazed me. it was very very clear. at 150 yards and less i could CLEARLY see .223 holes made on WHITE paper...." Read more
"...The included, adjustable, balancing mount is sturdy and functional. You will need a solid tripod for this scope. It's quite heavy...." Read more
"...I am very satisfied with the quality of the lens, the focus, and the quality...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the range of the telescope. They mention that it is a great spotting scope for the rifle range, excellent as a shooting range spotter, and a good buy in a showcasing scope. Some say that the scope works well out to 150 yards and is the best scope they have ever looked through. They also mention that the telescope is able to see very long distances, approximately 1000 yards.
"...I can see the street conditions a few miles away. The scope works well out to 150 yards. There weren't any targets available at 250 yards...." Read more
"...very very happy with it! it is perfect for the shooting range." Read more
"...It is excellent as a shooting range spotter, but so-so for terrestrial and astronomical uses...." Read more
"...needs for stability(close but no cigar)All in all this is the best spotting scope I have seen at the range where I shoot...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the telescope. They say it works well, has a nice magnification range, and produces phenomenal results. Some customers also say that the overall performance is outstanding. The telescope is well-made and adequate for their use.
"...The zoom is functional, and it does work out to the highest level. However, due to effects of sun, it can make for an indistinct view...." Read more
"...back at home, the spotting scope also works beautifully to look at stars or bird watch with the kids...." Read more
"...The included, adjustable, balancing mount is sturdy and functional. You will need a solid tripod for this scope. It's quite heavy...." Read more
"...But the images are very, very clear and overall function works great. I have zero complaints so far...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the focus of the telescope. Some mention that it's easy to focus or change magnification, and that the focus is sharp even at the highest magnitude, while others say that they sent the first one back for inability to fine focus, a fairly shallow depth of focus, and tiny focus adjustments are necessary when zooming. They also say that the minimum focus is too long and that it is impossible to fine tune the view even at 100 meters.
"...disappointed by the sharpness of the optics and also the fairly shallow depth of focus...." Read more
"...Quick & easy to focus or change magnification...." Read more
"...uses but it is too unbalanced for astronomy and the 33 foot minimum focus is too long for my yard...." Read more
"...Also, no funky image shifting when focusing but tiny focus adjustments are necessary when zooming. The sight tube works well both day and night!" Read more
Customers find the weight of the telescope to be a bit heavy at 4.5 lbs. They say it's too heavy to carry for birding, drag out in the field, and use a photography tripod. Customers also mention that the front of the scope is heavy because of the glass.
"...You will need a solid tripod for this scope. It's quite heavy. The angled end does not rotate...." Read more
"...Does not fog up. It's a bit heavy at 4.5 lbs. due to the 100 mm objective lens...." Read more
"...The scope is very awkwardly balanced. The front of the scope is heavy because of the glass and Celestron therefore should have put the location of..." Read more
"...as you can see, this scope is very front heavy and you don't want to tip over...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the size of the telescope. They mention that it's big and bulky, and requires a good tripod for utmost enjoyment. Some say that the knob is a little larger, and the scope has a narrower FOV than expected when zoomed in. The lens cap that came with the telescope does not fit the scope right, and it'd be too bulky for their purposes at the range.
"...scope at all is that the large lens cap that came with it doesn't fit the scope right or its ridge is damaged such that it barely fits on it and..." Read more
"...but not nearly enough to justify the added cost, weight, and unwieldy size of the Celestron.The scope is very awkwardly balanced...." Read more
"...It is large, and very nice to view thru when mounted on a steady and stable support...." Read more
"...Prospective buyers should be aware of a few things...first, the scope is big & heavy. You will want a heavy tripod to hold the scope steady...." Read more
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A nylon carrying bag is a provided but it is not protective in the sense of drops or shock. The covers for the objective and eyepiece are rudimentary.
This scope doesn't come with a tripod. It needs a heavyweight stable base to work well, particularly at high magnification. This has a stabilizing bar that gives a more secure feel.
The zoom is functional, and it does work out to the highest level. However, due to effects of sun, it can make for an indistinct view. The focus is adjusted in the front part of the body. The zoom is adjusted just under the eyepiece. For the money, it's a great quality scope. It's not a Swarovski or Vortex, but it's good enough for me.
I can sight buildings and tractor trailer trucks several miles away. I can see the street conditions a few miles away. The scope works well out to 150 yards. There weren't any targets available at 250 yards. I could see shoot and see hits very distinctly.
The biggest and major negative is size and weight. It's bigger than the average more practical scope, but I'm adaptable. I purchased a large carbon fiber tripod for this and it works extremely well.
Overall, I'm very pleased.
the scope itself is so worth well beyond the money. i stared through leupolds and vortexes that were many many times the price of this scope while shopping around, but based on the reviews here at amazon decided wth, i'll give this celestron a try. i had purchased a celestron microscope for my kids in the past and was impressed with its quality so i thought why not. well, i'm so glad i didn't shell out 4 digits for a more expensive scope because this scope delivers. the quality of glass amazed me. it was very very clear. at 150 yards and less i could CLEARLY see .223 holes made on WHITE paper. when you get further, you can still see it but like all scopes once you have to zoom out too far, the shake makes it harder to see. i took this scope to the range with my friends--one of whom had the 4 digit vortex scope which was definitely quality, but provided no better of a view than my celestron. seriously, no better of a view. they looked equally clear and had the same zoom. we spotted each other for hitting big steel targets at 300 and 400+ yards!
back at home, the spotting scope also works beautifully to look at stars or bird watch with the kids.
you absolutely need to get a quality tripod for a any spotting scope and this one is no exception. in fact, make sure your tripod is sturdy. as you can see, this scope is very front heavy and you don't want to tip over. also, there are camera adapters available for this scope so you can take pictures of your spotting scope view. i haven't tried this yet but mean to in the future.
this scope is one of my "phew!" purchases of the year. the kind where you take a chance and are just beyond satisfied. very very happy with it! it is perfect for the shooting range.
One great thing about this spotting scope is that you can digiscope by either connecting your camcorder to the eye piece (you might need a T-ring like me I got a cheap one for $3) or by connecting your DSLR to the scope itself without the eye piece (I used their Nikon T-ring for that). If you use your camcorder you can use the camcorder digital zoom and focus in addition to the scope zoom. However, it you really want to do that you must set it up on a sturdy tripod to avoid vibration. It is doable if you are keeping it stationary. If you are moving the scope then zooming more than the scope zoom will not give you a good footage.
I am debating as to whether I should get the Alt-Azimuth tripod from celestron. I'm sure over time I will convince my self to get that as well lol
The footage you see is the first moon footage I got with my cellphone as I was excited about the product when I got it and before I got a hang of it and before I connected my DSLR or camcorder to it.
I got great pictures as well with this baby!
Overall I am very satisfied with my purchase and the quality of the product!
Reviewed in the United States on July 10, 2015
One great thing about this spotting scope is that you can digiscope by either connecting your camcorder to the eye piece (you might need a T-ring like me I got a cheap one for $3) or by connecting your DSLR to the scope itself without the eye piece (I used their Nikon T-ring for that). If you use your camcorder you can use the camcorder digital zoom and focus in addition to the scope zoom. However, it you really want to do that you must set it up on a sturdy tripod to avoid vibration. It is doable if you are keeping it stationary. If you are moving the scope then zooming more than the scope zoom will not give you a good footage.
I am debating as to whether I should get the Alt-Azimuth tripod from celestron. I'm sure over time I will convince my self to get that as well lol
The footage you see is the first moon footage I got with my cellphone as I was excited about the product when I got it and before I got a hang of it and before I connected my DSLR or camcorder to it.
I got great pictures as well with this baby!
Overall I am very satisfied with my purchase and the quality of the product!
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Should get better results on a clearer starry night, so work in progress.
(Click on the last picture for full view, Jupiter and 6 moons)
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 23, 2021
Should get better results on a clearer starry night, so work in progress.
(Click on the last picture for full view, Jupiter and 6 moons)
You can read the MRP on a Cement Bag at 40 meters. The build quality is superb. Magnification is enough to see clearly to 300 meters. Scope has no mini tripod, this has to be bought separately. The eye piece comes in a separate box: just screw it in. There is a tripod attachment, which makes fixing the scope easy, on to any standard tripod.
Adjust the eye piece for magnification and a separate small dial on top for focusing. You will get crisp crystal clear view. Amazing buy. Just loved it. Came packed securely inside its own cover.
Reviewed in India on September 23, 2019
You can read the MRP on a Cement Bag at 40 meters. The build quality is superb. Magnification is enough to see clearly to 300 meters. Scope has no mini tripod, this has to be bought separately. The eye piece comes in a separate box: just screw it in. There is a tripod attachment, which makes fixing the scope easy, on to any standard tripod.
Adjust the eye piece for magnification and a separate small dial on top for focusing. You will get crisp crystal clear view. Amazing buy. Just loved it. Came packed securely inside its own cover.