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The Twilight Max HD Light Management System is a unique feature designed to enhance visibility in low light conditions. It adds up to 30 extra minutes of shooting light and eliminates 90% more glare-producing stray light than competitors, ensuring premium high-definition edge-to-edge lens clarity.
DiamondCoat 2 is an ion-assist lens coating applied to the exterior lens surfaces of the spotting scope. It is designed to provide higher light transmission and superior abrasion resistance. This advanced coating also enhances light transmission for brighter, clearer, and more contrasting images, even in the harshest environments.
Yes, the SX-5 Santiam HD Spotting Scope is designed to perform reliably in all weather conditions. It is 100% waterproof and fog-proof, and its Guard-Ion lens coating sheds dirt and water, providing clear and crisp images regardless of the conditions.
Yes, the spotting scope is tripod-ready. It features a built-in 1/4-20 tripod adapter port, making it easy to mount for steady viewing.
The SX-5 Santiam HD Spotting Scope comes with a protective soft-side case that remains on the spotting scope during viewing for maximum utility.
Review Summary
2026-02-17T19:00:00
Incredible piece of glass! Absolutely clear vision through this scope! I have only been able to use this at the range thus far, however I have a drop camp hunt in eastern Idaho later this year where I will put this scope to work!
Phillip D.

2026-02-16T19:00:00
I love it!
luis a.

2026-02-15T19:00:00
Superior glass,so sharp, allows me to glass for long periods of time.
Ronald K.

2026-02-12T19:00:00
Very nice combo, I have not had a chance to hunt with it but the clarity and low light visibility watching ducks and ships has been very good.
Curtis C.

2026-01-15T19:00:00
I have owned this product for 3 months now, and so far, it has performed wonderfully. I couldn't be happier. I am retired military, and do plenty of hiking and outdoor activities to bide my time. I have taken it hiking in the Boundary Waters and roughed it through all kinds of terrains. I have also left this setup on a tripod on my back (non-climate-controlled) porch in northern Minnesota all winter, and this thing has held up incredibly well. No frost inside the glass and no operating problems at -20 degrees. It is a bit heavy, but I have come to appreciate that in gear and equipment over the years, as heavier items tend to be far more durable. This appears to be the case with the Santiam as well. Overall, great product. Well worth the investment, and I am seriously looking forward to decades of use with this wonderfully engineered piece of equipment.
Joshua G.

2026-01-10T19:00:00
My background includes precision shooting, extended ranges, and observational things and stuff. I've performed observation and spotting with many different tools over the years, but this optic is mine. So far I've used this scope for shooting out to 1000 yds, general observation (just kind of testing & figuring it out), and looking at Saturn and its rings (you can clearly see it HAS rings, you CANNOT see details OF those rings). I'm VERY happy with it! It's a BIG optic (not surprisingly) and feels EXTREMELY well made. Everything adjusts precisely, fit and finish is perfect, and it feels like lab equipment in quality. Performance is excellent. Spotting 6. 5 mm holes out to around 600 yards in less than ideal lighting and high wind was possible. Spotting steel hits out to 1000 in poor lighting (back-lit poor contrast-colored target) was dubious but possible. Color rendition is excellent, edge to edge clarity is excellent, and my overall impression is that this is one VERY nice piece of equipment that I wish I'd have purchased years ago. I would absolutely recommend it to peers and friends.
Alexander R.

2026-01-06T19:00:00
Perfect
Merlin F.

2025-11-15T19:00:00
I purchased this over paying for Swarovski on a hope and prayer I wasn't screwing up. All I can say was it was a good decision.
Ryan H.

2025-10-14T20:00:00
I've been buying Leupold products for over 25 years Hands down High quality and they take care of their customers. 100% satisfied!!
Andy S.

2025-10-04T20:00:00
Very clear, even at low light, and easy to focus. I'm very happy with it.
Lance P.

2025-09-27T20:00:00
The glass is clear. I loved everything about this optic. The one thing that kept me from giving it 5 stars is the focus wheel is very finicky.
Larry M.

2025-09-11T20:00:00
Great glass, easy to use and very comfortable for long days off glassing!
Dustin D.

2025-08-24T20:00:00
Had the opportunity to use it for Montana Pronghorn. Picture was clear and made deciding which buck to pursue easy!
Stuart W.

2025-06-10T20:00:00
Great product. Excellent clarity. Lightweight and easy to pack.
Maxwell I.

2025-04-30T20:00:00
Have owned Leupold products since I bought my first scope with paper route money at 11. That was 53 years ago. Stay strong, eat well, hit the gym and be relentless!!!!
Frank E.

2025-03-09T20:00:00
Sturdy and well built. Great glass!
Joseph M.

2025-02-24T19:00:00
fantastic glass
Alex L.

2025-02-12T19:00:00
It is everything I was expecting and then some.
Robert F.

2025-02-04T19:00:00
Great scope crisp and very clear
Brad M.

2025-01-17T19:00:00
Great glass
Adam V.

2024-12-26T19:00:00
I used my spotting scope this year for an open country mule deer hunt. The clarity was outstanding and I was able to identify legal bucks at distances up to 1. 7 miles as we were hunting in a 3pt minimum unit. My only limitations this year was I was using a lower quality tripod that I will remedy for next season.
Gary D.

2024-12-07T19:00:00
I had been using another brand for about 5 season's and thought it really clear. Then I looked through the Santiam and realized how many animals I had been missing. I immediately ordered one and I'm so glad I did. Best spotting scope I've used to date.
Matthew F.

2024-12-07T19:00:00
Absolutely Love this spotting scope!!! Crystal clear Amazing optics
GEORGE C.

2024-12-03T19:00:00
Great edge-to-edge clarity in low light makes this spotter stiff competition for much more expensive alpha-glass competitors. You won't be disappointed!
Timothy P.

2024-12-03T19:00:00
This spotter is great. Use it on the range and in the field. Clarity and functionality are what you'd expect from Leupold. Highly recommend.
Phillip C.

2024-11-20T19:00:00
This is a very good scope. We use it on the ranch to spot deer and other animals at distances of a mile or more. The scope is clear as a bell. Thnaks
Lynne M.

2024-11-09T19:00:00
A solid addition!
Reid C.

2024-10-22T20:00:00
The glass is clear. Can zoom in very well. The one thing that buyers should be aware of is the minimum zoom. This spotting scope is meant for long distances
Alex M.

2024-10-10T20:00:00
Fantastic glass.
Nicholas S.

2024-06-25T20:00:00
Outstanding optical clarity, even at the highest magnification level. Also gathers light well at twilight. I highly recommend this spotter to serious big game hunters and long range shooters.
Jim C.

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27-55x
80mm
Angular: 2 - 1.4 Degree
Linear: 105 - 73' @ 1000 yd (32 - 22m @ 1000m)
11' (3.35m)
2.9 - 1.5mm
0.65 - 0.75" (16.6 - 19.2mm)
1/4"-20
46.5 - 66.3
16.4" (42cm)
68.7 oz (1.94kg)
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I have a SX-2 Kenai 2
By N/A
I have a SX-2 Kenai 2 25-60x80 HD. Great scope. nothing better anywhere.
A great tool worth the price and extra weight
By Brian
PROS: Edge to Edge Clarity, Ergonomic focus mechanism, Good eye relief for those that wear eye glasses, Quality manufacturing, Little to no eye strain CONS: Weight - however, if you want good glass its going to add a few pound to the pack FIELD USE: Backpack hunting in all types of terrain in Arizona, both archery and rifle. Even with the onset of heat waves, it is still useable in the shadows. I was glad to sacrifice a few pounds in other equipment to add this spotting scope to my tool bag....
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Take your outdoor adventures to the next level with the 27-55x80 SX-5 Santiam HD Spotting Scope. Designed for superior performance in the most challenging conditions, this spotting scope is your ultimate companion for hunting, bird watching, or competitive shooting.
The SX-5 Santiam HD Spotting Scope is built around our innovative Twilight Max HD Light Management System, which enhances visibility in low light conditions. This system not only adds up to 30 extra minutes of shooting light but also eliminates 90% more glare-producing stray light than competitors, ensuring premium high-definition edge-to-edge lens clarity.
The spotting scope features a fully multi-coated lens system that guarantees maximum brightness, contrast, and color fidelity. Its exterior lens surfaces are treated with DiamondCoat 2, an ion-assist lens coating, for higher light transmission and superior abrasion resistance. This advanced coating also enhances light transmission for brighter, clearer, and more contrasting images, even in the harshest environments.
The SX-5 Santiam HD Spotting Scope is 100% waterproof and fog-proof, ensuring reliable performance in all weather conditions. Its durable housing is covered in an easy-grip rubber armor coating for a secure grasp in any situation. The Guard-Ion lens coating sheds dirt and water, providing clear and crisp images regardless of the conditions.
This spotting scope is also equipped with a retractable lens shade integrated into the body design to reduce glare in bright conditions and protect the objective lens in adverse weather. It features a smooth focusing system for fine adjustments and twist-up eyecups for comfortable extended viewing.
The SX-5 Santiam HD Spotting Scope is tripod-ready with a built-in 1/4-20 tripod adapter port, making it easy to mount for steady viewing. It also includes a protective soft-side case that remains on the spotting scope during viewing for maximum utility.
Experience the difference of superior optics with the 27-55x80 SX-5 Santiam HD Spotting Scope, designed to deliver in the toughest conditions.