Used Celestron Travel Scope 80, Portable 80mm Refractor Telescope with Smartphone Adapter

SKU: US1626876

This item is no longer available.

Overview
Compare
Accessories
Learn
Specs
Protection
Q&A

Questions & Answers

Reviews about this item

Review Summary

2022-12-28T07:10:15

Rated 5 out of 5

Really nice experience

Delivery was great, product was awesome. Customer service very efficient and knowledgeable Everyone was happy Thank you Adorama

FLAVIA C.

2022-04-04T17:53:50

Rated 5 out of 5

Good buy

It arrived promptly and was well protected with the packaging. Set up was easy and all parts were included. Looks good! My wanna be astronaut granddaughter will love it!

Harris T.

2022-01-12T19:45:27

Rated 1 out of 5

Cheap

Poor optic?s

DENNIS W.

2022-01-04T09:17:50

Rated 5 out of 5

Daughter first scope

Perfect telescope for our junior astronomer!! Our daughter loves it!

LIZ T.

2021-04-19T03:41:51

Rated 5 out of 5

This scope does the job well for the price.

After my family happened onto a stargazing group in December, I knew we needed a telescope, but didn?t want to break the bank to get started. After reading other reviews, I chose the Travel scope 70 and so far have been surprised by what this one can do for the cost. The scope is very lightweight and packs easily into its backpack. Set up is easy, and bring a chair if your taller than 5?5?. Tripod is a little short, and wish it was a little more solid on fixing it?s position. Have to find the star or planet and then lock it in a bit higher and let it settle back onto the object. But for the cost, it?s not a deal breaker. Best of all, with a little practice, I got a pretty good picture of the moon, and have seen Jupiter with some of its bigger moons and Saturn?s rings. Pretty impressed with that.

Scott M.

2021-03-08T16:14:34

Rated 3 out of 5

OK out of box, room for upgrades...kinda needs upgrades, tripod especially.

The good: - The telescope itself is alright. There's a little chromatic fringing noticeable around the edge of the Moon, but I've had good views of the Moon, the Pleiades, and the Orion Nebula, for example. - Nice to have the cell phone mount and remote shutter button. Much easier to take good space photos without having to tap the screen. The not-so-good: - The tripod. It's just about adequate for holding the telescope on its own, but the imbalance of adding the cell phone mount and a cell phone is too much for it to bear. There's almost no transition on the clutch between "slack" and "fixed (but not quite)". The ugly: - The remote shutter button has a blue LED that is really, really bright. If you're going observing at night, consider putting a little masking tape over it.

JAMES C.

2021-02-26T08:42:55

Rated 5 out of 5

Perfectly Happy

This was a gift for my 6 year-old grandson, so I was unable to see the product in real time. However, my daughter was pleased with the quality. She struggled a bit with the assembling of the product, but with help from her dad via FaceTime, she was able to get it put together. The company was a pleasure with work with. I knew when I bought it, there was a backorder. The company kept me apprised of the status. I would recommend this company.

DEBORAH M.

2021-02-04T07:15:07

Rated 4 out of 5

Good scope, but tripod let's you down.

Very reasonable beginner telescope. The tripod really lets this setup down, though. It's barely adequate to hold the scope stable, but adding a cellphone to the mix makes it a bit precarious.

ANDREW M.

2021-01-03T07:31:43

Rated 5 out of 5

Amazing buy. Bang for your buck!

Love how this product comes with a travel backpack and so many accessories. Makes the telescope so portable and a educational delight to use. I'm very satisfied with the product and would highly recommend!

BILLY Y.

2020-10-01T09:50:12

Rated 5 out of 5

Great little telescope

This is a great little light easily portable telescope, perfect for looking at the moon and planets.

PATRICIA B.

2020-10-01T08:36:43

Rated 5 out of 5

Beautifully packaged

The product is well packeged, easy to use. I'm impressed by the amount of extras it includes. It's great for the amateur astronomer. For its weight and price I think it does a lot and it's truly portable.

FLAVIA V.

2020-08-24T16:55:44

Rated 4 out of 5

Nice telescope for travel

Great scope for the price. It’s light and packs nicely, and goes together quickly. Very quick to learn to use.

MEGAN H.

2020-08-21T08:48:48

Rated 4 out of 5

sturdy build for the price

solid sturdy and easy to set up. Perfect for our use during camping and hiking trips

Ian M.

2019-12-11T04:23:37

Rated 1 out of 5

junk

Don't buy, it's junk.

PERSON J.

2019-12-11T04:22:43

Rated 1 out of 5

no good

A full moon last night and I can't get the moon in the image, it keeps racing back and forth past it. I'm bummed I can't use it and am sending it back. I tried for 20 minutes after setup to no avail. Forget the cellphone adapter it's a hunk of junk!

PERSON J.

2018-12-30T19:57:21

Rated 5 out of 5

Great for on the go!

Awesome little scope! You'll get a big surprise when you look through it! Great for cruising the night time skies! Easy to manuver around and adjust. Would be nicer with a taller tri-pod but for kids or shorter people it's perfect. I'm 5'10". I've had 60mm and 70mm and a 114mm refractor and by far this is the easiest to use! Just grab N go, light weight, easy to carry outside through the doorway. I've long since up-graded to better lenses and a correct image 90* diagonal but I also use them on other scopes i have. This is not the biggest scope but it's the one I use the most!

Ken F.

2016-10-27T08:51:43

Rated 3 out of 5

Got as gift for youngest grandson. Pretty cheap in cost cheap in quality. Scrap the 60mm and just carry the larger size. Won't buy again.

Feldstein Travel Scope

Herbert L.

2013-06-17T21:00:00

Rated 4 out of 5

Great for a starter telescope

I bought this for my 9-year-old nephew, and tested it before I gave it to him. It's great for looking at the moon, and is sturdily built for being so inexpensive. I was worried that he wouldn't be able to operate himself, but it's simple enough to use that he can. He's enthralled by it. The manual says that you can see features on Mars, the rings around Saturn, and the moons of Jupiter. I haven't put it to those tests yet.

KEITH R.

Select a plan in the Add Protection section above and purchase with this product by clicking “Add to Cart”.

image-protection

TRUSTED PROTECTION PLANS, EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE.

Invest in Pre-Owned Gear & Peace of Mind!

Extend coverage on pre-owned products after the retailer warranty ends and protect photo & video gear from accidental damage with Adorama Protect.

Repair or Replacement

Repair or Replacement

If we can’t fix it, we’ll replace it at no additional cost.

Accidental Damage

Extended Protection

Coverage for pre-owned gear begins after the retailer warranty ends, plus accidental damage protection for photo/video gear that starts on day one.

Peace of Mind

Peace of Mind

Enjoy your gear without fear. We have you covered!

Failure Protection

Failure Protection

When regular use of your product over time results in mechanical or electrical failure.

Zero Deductible

Zero Deductible

We will never charge you a deductible after the purchase of a plan.

Customer-Focused Support

Customer-Focused Support

Our claims process is simple & easy and our customer service team is happy to help.

Adorama Protect powered by Extend is available for purchase to customers in the United States. Not available for International and U.S. territories purchases. Plans on pre-owned items do not cover pre-existing damages.

Celestron Travel Scope Specifications

  • Optical Design

    Refractor

  • Aperture (mm)

    80 mm (3.1 in)

  • Focal Length

    400 mm (15.74 in)

  • Focal Ratio

    F/5

  • Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm)

    20 mm (0.79 in)

  • Magnification of Eyepiece 1

    20 x

  • Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 (mm)

    10mm (0.31 in)

  • Magnification of Eyepiece 2

    40 x

  • Finderscope

    5x24

  • Highest Useful Magnification

    189 x

  • Lowest Useful Magnification

    11 x

  • Limiting Stellar Magnitude

    12

  • Resolution (Rayleigh)

    1.74 arc seconds

  • Resolution (Dawes)

    1.45 arc seconds

  • Light Gathering Power

    131x

  • Optical Coatings

    Coated Glass Optics

  • Optical Tube Length

    457.2mm (18")

  • Optical Tube Weight

    2.4 lbs (1.08 kg)

  • Mount Type

    Manual Alt Azimuth

  • Mount Height Adjustment Range

    (includes mount and tripod)
    - 558.8mm - 1320.8mm (22"-52")

  • Tripod Leg Diameter

    31.75mm (1.25") aluminum

  • Accessory Tray

    Yes

  • Slew Speeds

    Manual

  • Tripod Weight

    1.8 lbs (.81 kg)

  • Dovetail Compatibility

    Vixen/CG-5 saddle plate

  • Software

    Starry Night Basic Edition, SkyPortal App

  • Total Telescope Kit Weight

    4.5 lbs (2 kg)

Related Articles & Videos

Holiday 2014 Gift Guide: Gifts by Price

Holiday 2014 Gift Guide: Gifts by Price

Want to use a holiday gift to bring someone into the photography fold? This nice offering from Canon, which includes its EOS Rebel SL 1 Digital SLR body along with memory card and camera bag, could be the hook that leads to lifelong photography enjoyment. Many parents want to document their ...

Read more

40 Accessories for Celestron Travel Scope 80, Portable 80mm Refractor Telescope with Smartphone Adapter

  • All Accessories (40)
  • Batteries & Power Supply (2)
  • Eyepieces & Accessories (23)
  • Telescope Accessories (4)
  • Filters (3)
  • Cleaning Accessories (1)
  • Photography Adapters (1)
  • T-Mounts (5)
  • Flashlights & Area Lights (1)

About Celestron Travel Scope 80, Portable 80mm Refractor Telescope with Smartphone Adapter

FEATURED REVIEWS

Great for on the go!

By Ken F.

Awesome little scope! You'll get a big surprise when you look through it! Great for cruising the night time skies! Easy to manuver around and adjust. Would be nicer with a taller tri-pod but for kids or shorter people it's perfect. I'm 5'10". I've had 60mm and 70mm and a 114mm refractor and by far this is the easiest to use! Just grab N go, light weight, easy to carry outside through the doorway. I've long since up-graded to better lenses and a correct image 90* diagonal but I also use ...

View full Review

Really nice experience

By FLAVIA C.

Delivery was great, product was awesome. Customer service very efficient and knowledgeable Everyone was happy Thank you Adorama

Why settle for ordinary when you can explore the extraordinary with the Travel Scope 80, a portable 80mm refractor telescope designed for both terrestrial and celestial viewing. This compact and lightweight telescope, weighing just 4.5 pounds, is your perfect companion for stargazing on the go, whether you're camping, hiking, or simply enjoying a night in your backyard.

The Travel Scope 80 opens up a universe of discovery, allowing you to observe the moon, planets, star clusters, and even brighter deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula and Andromeda Galaxy. Its erect image star diagonal not only makes it an ideal spotting scope during the day but also enhances your celestial viewing experience at night.

Ease of setup is a key feature of this high-quality telescope. Even if you're a beginner, you can assemble the telescope and its accessories in just a few minutes. The adjustable tripod legs offer flexibility, enabling you to customize the telescope's height or place it on raised surfaces like a picnic table.

Navigating the sky is a breeze with the manual Alt-Azimuth telescope. The pan handle Alt-Az control with clutch ensures smooth and accurate pointing, allowing you to track your object in the eyepiece in an up/down, left/right fashion.

The Travel Scope 80 comes equipped with two eyepieces (20 mm and 10 mm), offering different magnifications to view your intended object. The permanently mounted red dot finderscope aids in quickly centering an object in your eyepiece for easier observing.

One of the standout features of this telescope is the smartphone adapter. This light, rigid frame accessory allows you to connect any smartphone to any telescope eyepiece with an outside diameter of 45 mm or smaller. Capture stunning images of the Moon and planets with the additional magnification provided by the eyepiece. The adapter installs easily by clamping over the top of an eyepiece and securely locks your phone in place with the help of tightening knobs.

The Travel Scope 80 also comes with a custom travel backpack, providing a convenient way to store and transport your optical tube, tripod, eyepieces, and accessories.

To enhance your stargazing experience, the package includes a download of Celestron's Starry Night Software. This premier astronomy software package is a treasure trove of information about the night sky, celestial objects, and planning your next observing session.

With the Travel Scope 80, you're not just buying a telescope; you're embarking on a journey of celestial discovery.

Celestron Travel Scope 80, Portable 80mm Refractor Telescope with Smartphone Adapter Features

  • 80 mm refractor telescope with fully coated glass optics and a lightweight frame.
  • Custom backpack included to store your telescope and accessories comfortably.
  • Observe in no time with a quick and easy, no-tool setup.
  • Accessories include: two eyepieces (20 mm and 10 mm), erect image star diagonal, finderscope, and a smartphone adapter.
  • Pan handle Alt-Az control with clutch for smooth and accurate pointing.
  • Adjustable height tripod.

What's in the box:

  • Optical tube
  • Mount/tripod (preassembled)
  • 20mm 1.25 " eyepiece
  • 10mm 1.25 " eyepiece
  • Erect image diagonal
  • 5x24 finderscope
  • Smartphone adapter
  • SkyPortal app
  • Starry Night Basic edition
  • Manual
  • Backpack to store scope and accessories
  • Original Box