Customer Reviews

Celestron 52252 100mm Ultima Zoom Spotting Scope

5 star:		(5)
4 star:		(2)
3 star:		(0)
2 star:		(0)
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I use this as a spotting scope for target shooting. So far everything I've looked at and worked with gets dicey at about 500 yds. It just depends on the conditions. But a rule of thumb is if the sun is out and you aren't being barraged with thermals you should be able to see at minimal 500 yds. So far I have not been disappointed in what I got for the price. When there are no thermals and good light, I can see very well at 500yds.

I also like it's field of view. I was actually watching 4 targets the last time out without moving the scope. These are 12" x 12 " targets.

I have a Schmidt and Bender 56mm scope and it's brightness and optics are actually better, but we are comparing a $2000 + set of optics to a < $500 set of optics. I also have a NightForce 56mm scope and I would compare it's brightness as a little better.

I have had quite a number of people use my scope for spotting and they are really amazed at it's performance vs cost. So I would say that if these guys would put in a MOA or mildot reticle, they could sell quite a few more to people who are in the sport of long distance shooting.

At 600 yds on a good day like the last, I think this would have been fine. But no matter what scope you get, there are going to be some days you just have to walk up.

The only reason I gave it 4 stars is that it doesn't have a hash reticle option, and the optics are really not the best. But I think price vs performance this is a keeper. So far I haven't run into anyone who could see something I couldn't.

We have used this scope so far to spy on birds, and to take looks at the moon. It feels very sturdy without being too heavy to carry on a trail to a bird blind. The images are very crisp, clear and bright especially if you are not zoomed in all the way. Once you start to zoom, it does get a little less crisp, but nonetheless, it still is a very clear image of whatever critter you are trying to watch. I would buy one of these again. I would have expected that I would have to pay a lot more money for something of this quality.

This scope has really impressed me. It's a step up from the Wal-Mart optics that I had. Not a high end $4,000 scope but this does what I need. Stands out at my range and gets the "WOW" effect. Not a scope I would take back packing though, rather heavy and bulky.

I'm very impressed with this scope. I was able to look through a few very expensive spotting scopes and this one preforms as well as some that were over $1500. The guys at the range could not believe the price when I told them what it cost. If your looking to purchase a spotting scope and are looking for a great bargain, this is it.!!!

I just received this scope a couple of days ago and couldn't be happier. My primary use is for birding near the ocean in Maine where our campsite overlooks the mile wide marsh and estuary. The detail on the birds is amazing even at long distances and I can even read the license plate numbers on cars parked a mile away. Last night I was out with my 8" telescope and even took a look at Jupiter with this spotting scope and was able to see the two cloud bands and all four moons easily in great detail. This is my second Celestron optical device. I also have a pair of Celestron binoculars and the image quality and construction on both is superb. I've looked at several spotting scopes ranging from $200 to $2000 and believe this one is a great buy.

Very bright and crisp images. The 100 mm objective is worth the extra price, bulk and weight. Be aware, though, the scope needs a sturdy tripod. My suggestion: don't buy a tripod until you receive the scope. I have used it for night sky viewing and wildlife and it is quite impressive. It is too bulky for my purposes at the range, but with a suitable tripod it would be ideal at the 100 yd line. Way overkill for the 25 and 50 yard line. Get a good tripod!!

Item arrived promptly, in good condition & as advertized. I use this scope primarily for birdwatching but also for star gazing occasionally. We were looking at the moons of Jupiter a few nights ago for instance. I also bought a sturdy tripod at the same time. This scope replaced a B&L from about 40 years ago.