Bushnell Elite 20-60x 80mm Porro Prism Waterproof/Fogproof Spotting Scope

by Bushnell

Product Features

• Spotting scope with 20 to 60x magnification and 80mm objective lens
• BaK-4 porro prisms with fully multicoated optics; 45-degree eyepiece
• ED Prime fluoride glass provides sharp, brilliant color resolution and clarity
• Water-repellent RainGuard HD lens coating; rubber armoring
• Waterproof, fogproof housing; measures 17 inches long

Product Description

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The Bushnell Elite 20-60x80 spotting scope offers brightness, clarity, and edge-to-edge detail whether you're birding at sea level or hunting above the timberline. Bushnell's 80mm Elite spotting scopes are engineered with only the finest materials, including ED Prime Extra-Low-Dispersion fluorite glass and premium BaK-4 porro prisms. ED glass delivers amazing color resolution and contrast while virtually eliminating chromatic aberration and color fringing. This brings out the most distinct details possible in low-light conditions. From bull elk on a snow-covered mountain to birds on a wind-swept beach, the Elite is an ideal choice for nature viewing.

The Elite spotting scope offers unmatched brightness and edge-to-edge clarity.

To ensure a clear view in moist conditions, the Elite scope includes Bushnell's patented RainGuard HD lens coating. Featured on all Elite products, the unique water-repellent coating causes water drops from rain, snow, sleet, or condensation to bead up into much smaller droplets. These tiny droplets scatter less light, resulting in a much clearer and brighter view. And to keep you comfortable during long viewing sessions, the scope sports a 45-degree zoom eyepiece. Other features include a rugged rubber-armored body; a 100-percent waterproof and fogproof design; a retractable sunshade, and a protective case. SLR camera-adaptable, the Elite spotting scope is suited to traveling, birding, backpacking, and big-game hunting.

Specifications

• Magnification: 20 to 60x
• Objective lens: 80mm
• Lens coating: Fully multicoated
• Close focus: 15 feet
• RainGuard HD: Yes
• Exit pupil: 4.1 (20x), 1.4 (60x)
• Prism glass: BaK-4
• Waterproof/fogproof: Yes
• Other eyepieces available: Yes
• Field of view: 98 feet @ 1,000 feet (20x), 50 feet @ 1,000 feet (60x)
• Length: 17 inches
• Weight: 53 ounces

About Bushnell
Bushnell has been the industry leader in high-performance sports optics for more than 50 years. The company's guiding principle is to provide the highest quality, most reliable, and most affordable sports optics products on the market. Bushnell product lines enhance the enjoyment of every outdoor pursuit, including nature study, hunting, fishing, birding, and stargazing. Indoors, the company's binoculars bring the audience closer to the action in fast-moving sports or the fine arts at theaters and concerts.

Product Description

Enjoy the view from the peak of optimal achievement. A Bushnell Elite Spotting Scope gives you the advantage from the World's highpoint of brightness., clarity, and edge-to-edge detail, whether you are birding at sea level or hunting above the timberline. ED Prime Extra-Low Dispersion glass, premium BaK-4 prisms and fully multi-coated lenses deliver flawless color fidelity, ultra-crisp images and optimum light transmission. Waterproof construction and Bushnell's RainGuard HD coating keep things clear.

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 19 x 16 x 6 inches ; 3.3 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 5.1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0002H77MK
• Item model number: 788045
• Average Customer Review: 3.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #242,698 in Sports & Outdoors (See Top 100 in Sports & Outdoors)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Good scope for the price, but only with the 30X eyepiece., March 23, 2006

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Jon F (Glendale, CA United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Bushnell Elite 20-60x 80mm Porro Prism Waterproof/Fogproof Spotting Scope (Sports)

Optically this spotting scope is really very good with the fixed power 30X eyepiece. The image is very bright and sharp and the field of view is decent. It's hard to find much fault with it.

I cannot recommend the zoom lens as its field of view and image quality just don't compete with many newer scopes nor does it come close to the quality of the 30X fixed power eyepiece. Sadly it appears this eyepiece is no longer being made by Bushnell. If you can find the 30X eyepiece, it's still a good value even though you have to buy it with the zoom eyepiece. The zoom may satisfy some, but if you want very good image quality, use the 30X or go with another (admittedly more expensive) scope.

I give it three stars because as it comes (with the 20-60x zoom) it's mediocre. If you can find it, the 30X is a great and cheap upgrade.