2-year Digital Spotter Warranty Discontinued

VistaPix IS70 Digital Spotting Scope

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Quick Overview

  • 70 mm spotting scope will get you 14x closer to the action
  • Large 2" LCD screen provides sharp, clear imaging preview
  • 3.1 megapixel image resolution
  • Dual power camera for high magnification or wide field of view
  • Digital focus meter for quick, sharp focus capability
  • 6x digital zoom
  • Continuous video capability
  • Rotatable tripod adapter fits standard photo tripods or Celestron computerized mounts
  • View images on your TV screen with included video cable
  • Includes protective carrying case for travel and storage
  • Best warranty in the business (2 year)

VistaPix IS70 Digital Spotting Scope

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Details

High quality spotting scope and state-of-the-art digital camera in one full-featured, easy-to-use unit.

Introducing the VistaPix Imaging Spotter (IS70) from Celestron. Capture the action closer than ever before with this 3MP digital camera spotting scope. Unique product, advanced features, unbeatable price.

The VistaPix IS70 features a 70mm spotting scope with 14x magnification. The 3 megapixel camera features a 2” LCD screen for a sharp, clear imaging preview; 6x digital zoom; a digital focus meter for quick, sharp focus; dual power for high magnification or wide field of view; and continuous video capability. And with its great close focus, the IS70 can capture amazing detail -- perfect for getting up close with a variety of nature's treasures both great and small.

Other IS70 features include a rotatable tripod adapter that fits standard photo tripods or Celestron computerized mounts and the ability to view images on your TV screen with the included video cable. The IS70 also includes a protective carrying case for travel and storage. All VistaPix IS70 models feature Celestron’s 2-year warranty.

Additional Information

Aperture (mm) 70 mm (2.76 in)
Focal Length (mm) 210 mm (8.27 in)
Focal Ratio 3
Magnification 14 x
Highest Useful Magnification 165 x
Lowest Useful Magnification 10 x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude 11.7
Resolution (Rayleigh) 1.99 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes) 1.66 arc seconds
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) 100 x
Angular Field of View (deg) 4 °
Linear Field of View (@1000 yds) 210 ft (64 m)
Eye Relief (mm) 13 mm (0.51 in)
Near Focus 15 ft (4.57 m)
Optical Coatings Fully Coated
Weight (lbs) 3.5 lbs (1.59 kg)
Chip CMOS
Camera Resolution 3.1 MP (2048 x 1536)
Memory 32 MB Internal, SD Card Slot
Angular Field of View (low power) 5.6 °
Angular Field of View (high power) 2 °
Magnification (low power) 7 x
Magnification (high power) 24 x
Digital Zoom 70 x
Focus Assist Sharp Focus Meter
Exposure Auto
TV Out Preview NTSC / PAL
Hi-Res Images 38 @ 3.0MP Fine
Lo-Res Images 600 @ 0.3MP Econ
Continuous Video (VGA) 30 sec
Continuous Video (CIF) 4.5 min
Batteries 2-AA - Alkaline (not included)
Included Accessories Video Cable, Shutter Cable, Instruction Booklet, 3 Lens Caps, Protective Aluminum Carrying Case

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2-year Digital Spotter Warranty

CELESTRON TWO YEAR WARRANTY

A. Celestron warrants this spotting scope to be free from defects in materials and workmanship for two years. Celestron will repair or replace such product or part thereof which, upon inspection by Celestron, is found to be defective in materials or workmanship. As a condition to the obligation of Celestron to repair or replace such product, the product must be returned to Celestron together with proof-of-purchase satisfactory to Celestron.

B. The Proper Return Authorization Number must be obtained from Celestron in advance of return. Call Celestron at (310) 328-9560 to receive the number to be displayed on the outside of your shipping container.

All returns must be accompanied by a written statement setting forth the name, address, and daytime telephone number of the owner, together with a brief description of any claimed defects. Parts or product for which replacement is made shall become the property of Celestron.

The customer shall be responsible for all costs of transportation and insurance, both to and from the factory of Celestron, and shall be required to prepay such costs.

Celestron shall use reasonable efforts to repair or replace any product covered by this warranty within thirty days of receipt. In the event repair or replacement shall require more than thirty days, Celestron shall notify the customer accordingly. Celestron reserves the right to replace any product which has been discontinued from its product line with a new product of comparable value and function.

This warranty shall be void and of no force of effect in the event a covered product has been modified in design or function, or subjected to abuse, misuse, mishandling or unauthorized repair. Further, product malfunction or deterioration due to normal wear is not covered by this warranty.

CELESTRON DISCLAIMS ANY WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, WHETHER OF MERCHANTABILITY OF FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY SET FORTH HEREIN.

THE SOLE OBLIGATION OF CELESTRON UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL BE TO REPAIR OR REPLACE THE COVERED PRODUCT, IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE TERMS SET FORTH HEREIN. CELESTRON EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY LOST PROFITS, GENERAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES WHICH MAY RESULT FROM BREACH OF ANY WARRANTY, OR ARISING OUT OF THE USE OR INABILITY TO USE ANY CELESTRON PRODUCT. ANY WARRANTIES WHICH ARE IMPLIED AND WHICH CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO A TERM OF TWO YEARS FROM THE DATE OF ORIGINAL RETAIL PURCHASE.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages or limitation on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitations and exclusions may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.

Celestron reserves the right to modify or discontinue, without prior notice to you, any model or style of product.

If warranty problems arise, or if you need assistance in using your product contact:

Celestron
Customer Service Department
2835 Columbia Street
Torrance, CA 90503 USA

Tel. (310) 328-9560
Fax. (310) 212-5835

Monday-Friday 8AM-4PM PST

This warranty supersedes all other product warranties.

NOTE: This warranty is valid to U.S.A. and Canadian customers who have purchased this product from an Authorized Celestron Dealer in the U.S.A. or Canada. Warranty outside the U.S.A. and Canada is valid only to customers who purchased from a Celestron Distributor or Authorized Celestron Dealer in the specific country and please contact them for any warranty service.

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