Celestron
Celestron - 50mm Travel Scope - Portable Refractor Telescope - Fully-Coated Glass Optics - Ideal Telescope for Beginners - Bonus Astronomy Software Package
Celestron - 50mm Travel Scope - Portable Refractor Telescope - Fully-Coated Glass Optics - Ideal Telescope for Beginners - Bonus Astronomy Software Package
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Travel Scope 50
Grab the Celestron Travel Scope 50 and go anywhere—from your backyard to another continent. Ample optical performance is packed and ready in this ultra-portable backpack kit.
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Manual Alt-Azimuth mount
The Travel Scope is a manual alt-azimuth telescope with a pan handle to navigate the sky with ease. The mount is set on a 1.25” steel adjustable tripod, which you can adjust to the desired height.
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Portability
Whether you’re hiking into back-country or going through airport security, the Travel Scope won’t slow you down. The telescope, tripod, & accessories fit inside the backpack for easy traveling.
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Objects to Observe
The Travel Scope features a refractor style body ideal for both terrestrial and astronomical observing. Fully coated glass optics provide vivid images of wildlife, the Moon, and planets.
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Celestron is Here for You
Optics can be intimidating, but Celestron is here to help. As one of the top telescope maker, we offer outstanding US-based tech support and how-to videos, so you can enjoy stargazing hassle-free.
Better Viewing
Accessories include two eyepieces (20mm and 8mm), finderscope, erect image diagonal, 3x Barlow lens, 0.96” to 1.25” adapter, and a travel backpack.
Comparison Chart
 Travel Scope 50 |  Travel Scope 70 |  PowerSeeker 60AZ |  NPF Travel Scope 60 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Customer Reviews | 15,589 | 15,589 | 5,726 | 14 |
| Price | $59.95 | $104.95 | $71.19 | — |
| Aperture | 50mm (1.97”) | 70mm (2.76”) | 60mm (2.4”) | 60mm (2.4”) |
| Focal Length | 360mm (14”) | 400mm (16”) | 700 mm (28") | 360mm (14.17") |
| Focal Ratio | f/7.2 | f/5.71 | f/12 | f/6 |
| Magnification | 18x, 45x | 20x, 40x | 18x, 45x | 30x, 50x |
| Limiting Magnitude | 11 | 11.7 | 11.4 | 11.4 |
| Low Useful Magnification | 7.14x | 10x | 8.57x | 7.14x |
| High Theoretical Magnification | 118x | 165x | 142x | 118x |
| Assembled Weight | 2.7 lbs (1.2 kg) | 4.2 lbs (1.9 kg) | 3.5 lbs (1.6 kg) | 3.6 lbs (1.6 kg) |
The Celestron Travel Scope 50 weighs just 2.2 pounds and assembles in seconds with no tools required. It’s easy to use to navigate the sky. When your observing session is over, everything packs up into the handy included traveling backpack. Your purchase also entitles you to a FREE download of Celestron’s BONUS Starry Night Astronomy Software with information on 36,000 celestial objects, printable sky maps, and more. It’s the best way to learn about the night sky and plan your next observing session.
Celestron is the world’s #1 telescope brand, with telescopes in world-class research observatories and even aboard the International Space Station. Now your family can enjoy a quality Celestron telescope in a portable package and at a price to fit your budget.
