All this adds up to a telescope that gives you a lifetime of pleasure with a minimal amount of maintenance. Compact & portable design with ample optical performance, the Celestron Travel Scope 50 Telescope is ideal for terrestrial as well as casual astronomical observation.All coated glass optical elements for clear, crisp imagesErect image diagonal so that your views are correctly orientedSmooth functioning altazimuth mount with easy pointing to locate objectsPreassembled aluminum full size photographic tripod ensures a stable platformQuick and easy no-tool set upThe telescope and tripod fit inside the custom backpack (included) for easy traveling and storage