I've been an amateur astronomer for about 23 years. I have a broad amount of experience with the kind of optics that are used for astronomy. I have used most every type of instrument and have visited some of the great professional telescopes. I have hand built my own newtonian telescope including machining the german equatorial mount. Soon after completing this instrument I took it to a star party and ended up on my back with a pair of Fujinon SX binoculars. To make a long story short, I preferred the binos to the view in my telescope. Telescopes are expensive, they are big, heavy, hard to move, hard to store, complicated to set up correctly, and the view through the eyepiece can be crowded and dissapointing. For the casual observer binoculars are the superior choice. They are everything that a telescope is not...relatively cheap, light, easy use. And because they are so easy to use, you will end up using them much more often than you would a cumbersome telescope. That aspect of binoculars alone will make them show you much more than a telescope ever would. The Celestron 15X70 Skymasters are by far and away the best amateur astronomy instrument for the money on the market right now. They are truly and incredible value. You could spend $600+ on Fujinon SX binoculars and have a very fine instrument, but after using these, that would be a hard argument to make. Most everyone's eyes are not able to discern the fine differences between the two instuments. Mind you, I am not telling you that these are as good as the Fujinons, but at about a 10th of the price...well you get the idea. My experience with Celestron is that they are a first class operation. And now with their lifetime no-fault warranty, the best in the industry, you can purchase products from them knowing that if anything ever goes wrong for whatever reason, they will always stand behind their product. If you are looking to get started in astronomy or looking for an excuse to leave your telescope in the closet, these binoculars are a great value and with proper care will last a lifetime and show you more wonders than you will ever see frustrating yourself with a high magnification-small field telescope. Get them, take them outside at night with your kids and wonder why.......
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SkyMaster 12x60 Binocular
A great choice for binocular astronomy or long-distance viewing.
Works with Standard Tripods
This binocular should be mounted on a tripod (not included). The included ¼”-20 tripod adapter attaches to any standard photographic tripod in seconds.
Large Objective Lens
Large 60 mm objective lens offers maximum image brightness in low-light conditions.
12x Magnification
12x magnification is great for both astronomical and terrestrial viewing.
Quick & Easy Focusing
The large center focus dial makes sharp focusing quick and easy.
Comfortable & Eyeglass Friendly
Soft, rubber eyecups are comfortable to use and can be folded down for use with eyeglasses.
Durable and Armored
The rugged, armored exterior provides protection as well as a secure gripping surface.
Multiple Accessories Included
Tripod adapter, lens caps, rainguard, carrying case, neck strap, lens cloth, and instructions included.
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| Price | $76.49 | $89.00 | $98.39 | $171.15 |
| Magnification | 12x | 15x | 25x | 20x |
| Field of View (degrees) | 5.3° | 4.4° | 2.7° | 3.7° |
| Field of View (feet @ 1000yds) | 278 | 230 | 141 | 195 |
| Lens Coatings | Multi-coated | Multi-coated | Multi-coated | Multi-coated |
| Prism Material | BaK4 | BaK4 | BaK4 | BaK4 |
| Diopter Range | -4 to +8 | -4 to +8 | -4 to +8 | -4 to +8 |
| Close Focus Distance (feet) | 47.2 | 52.5 | 102.5 | 106.3 |
| Eye Relief (mm) | 17 | 18 | 13 | 18 |
| Eyecup | Folding | Folding | Folding | Folding |
| Tripod Adaptable | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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| max magnification | 12 multiplier x | 15 multiplier x | 260 multiplier x | 10 multiplier x | 25 multiplier x | — |
| field of view | 5.3 degrees celsius | 230 feet | 63 degrees | 105 meters | 141 feet | 6.8 degrees |
| focus type | Center Focus | Fixed Focus | Fixed Focus, Center Focus | Fixed Focus, Center Focus | Center Focus | Fixed Focus, Center Focus |
| apparent angle of view | 5.3 degrees | 4.4 degrees | 0 degrees | 6.8 degrees | 2.7 degrees | 6.7 degrees |
| lens coating | Multi-Coated | XLT Coatings | Anti-Reflective | Fully Multi-Coated | Multi-Coated | Multi-Coated |
| diopter adjust range | -4 to +8 | -3 to +3 diopters | The normal range of eye refraction is between 50 diopters of myopia and 50 diopters of hyperopia. | — | -4 to +8 | — |
| eye relief | — | 15.7 millimeters | 22 millimeters | 18 millimeters | 13 millimeters | 12 millimeters |
| exit pupil diameter | 5 millimeters | 4.4 millimeters | 4 milliliters | 5 millimeters | 2.8 millimeters | 5 millimeters |
| objective lens diameter | — | 70 millimeters | 80 millimeters | 50 millimeters | — | — |
| binocular prism | Porro Prism | Porro Prism | Porro Prism | Porro Prism | Porro Prism | Porro Prism |
| zoom ratio | 12 multiplier x | 15 multiplier x | 30-260X | 10 multiplier x | 25 multiplier x | 10 multiplier x |
Product information
| Product Dimensions | 2.8 x 2.1 x 8.25 inches |
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| Item Weight | 2.45 pounds |
| ASIN | B0007UQNTK |
| Item model number | 71007 |
| Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #273 in Camera & Photo Products (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products) #135 in Binoculars |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | February 18, 2005 |
| Department | unisex-adult |
| Manufacturer | Celestron |
| Language | English |
| Country of Origin | China |
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Great set of Binoculars! If you've got the viewing space, these definitely work.
**TLDR** Perfect pair for beginners or general enthusiasts, for the price listed. Easily view objects up to a ~mile away. Easy to use focal adjustments. Good weight. They look pretty decent. Arrived within 12 hours of purchase. Happy and recommended. *** Being honest: I am no expert on optics. I love stargazing and birdwatching (doves, hawks, etc.) since the area I live in provides me with plenty of both, despite being a fairly developed township. I get a GREAT view of the moon & [some] stars in my tiny "courtyard" of a yard, and I've always always always wanted a closer look at them. Experts on many forums recommend that beginners with stargazing should simply start off with "a good pair of binoculars," which I don't even own anyway, so I started here and looked around. To summarize, I settled on this pair because of the reasonable price compared to other Binocular sets with similar features & specs. The aesthetics, albeit not as "cool" as its competitors, are still quite nice in its simplicity. **FUNCTIONALITY** They're fantastic! My home is situated in a sort of "retention" area with a VERY steady grade off towards the south, so you easily can see a mile + down the road. Naturally, this was my first test for the Binoculars. I was DELIGHTED. I could EASILY read the street signs, tell the Make and Model of every vehicle, read their License Plates, and if I had it steadily sitting on a Tripod, I'd reckon I could make out the individuals driving the vehicles. I look up at the colossal power line poles towering over the sides of my home and saw what I THOUGHT was an Itty bitty dove sitting on the cables, found it with the bonoculars, did a quick focal adjustment, and it turned out to be a huge HAWK. So, I am excited for nightfall to see what I can SEE. Definitely puts things into perspective. ;) hyuck hyuck. **PRACTICALITY** Since the viewing scopes are larger, it does make them a little forward-heavy, but it personally isn't an issue. I like the weight! It makes it feel sturdy. All of the vision adjustment is pretty intuitive. They're obviously not ready for your use right out of the box, so make sure you take a minute to get familiar with the adjustment wheels & their exact purpose (which is explained on the 1st page of the manual included with the Binoculars). Included with the Binoculars are: Tripod Adaptor, Neck Strap, microfiber Lens Cloth, & a nice sturdy Carry Bag (akin to a Lunchbox bag). **AESTHETICS** Let's be reasonable, these are Binoculars, so unless they're gold-plated or something your expectations can't be too great in this regard. Circling back to earlier, I did say I still wanted a pair that looked good, and these DO look good. The stitching of the material around the front lenses gives it a human touch, kind of like the stitching of the leather on a steering wheel. If you read all this, I appreciate it. This is a great starting set. I recommend to anyone stepping their foot through the door on stargazing or general long-distance viewing. Also, buy their carrying case (separately)! It's pretty sturdy.
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