Celestron SkyMaster Giant 15x70 Binoculars w/Tripod Adapter,Free Shipping,71009,050234710091,CN1570,B00008Y0VN,

	Celestron SkyMaster Giant 15x70 Binoculars w/Tripod Adapter from Celestron
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Product Details Brand Celestron EAN 0050234710091 Manufacturer Celestron Model 71009 SKU CN1570 UPC 050234710091 Warranty Limited lifetime warranty Availability Usually ships in 24 hours Features Multi-coated optics Large aperture perfect for low light conditions and stargazing Tripod adapter Long eye relief ideal for eyeglass wearers Diopter adjustment for fine focusing Product Description Celestron's SkyMaster Series of large aperture binoculars are a phenomenal value for high performance binoculars ideal for astronomical viewing or for terrestrial (land) use - especially over long distances. Each SkyMaster model features high quality BAK-4 prisms and multi-coated optics for enhanced contrast. Celestron has designed and engineered the larger SkyMaster models to meet the special demands of extended astronomical or terrestrial viewing sessions. The 15x70 version is one of the most popular models in the series. It offers serious large aperture light gathering in an affordable and reasonably lightweight configuration. Protective rubber covering for ultra-firm grip Large center focus know for easy focusing Tripod adapter included Long eye relief ideal for eyeglass wearers Carrying case included for travel and safe storage Celestron No Fault Warranty provides best protection and product support on the market Optical Design - Porro Diameter - 70 mm (2.76 in) Magnification - 15x Angular Field Of View - 4.4 degrees Linear Field Of View at 1000 YDS - 230.41 ft (70.23 m) Exit Pupil - 4.7 mm (0.19 in) Eye Relief - 18 mm (0.71 in) Near Focus (Binoculars) - 43 ft (13.11 m) Prisms - BAK-4 Optical Coatings - Multi-Coated Carrying Case - Nylon / Strap - Yes / Caps - Yes Water Resistant Tripod Adaptable - Yes Weight 48 oz (1360.78 g) Binoculars come in a wide range of shapes and sizes these days, and an even wider range of prices. It's easy to spend less than $100 or more than $500 for what may appear to be, at least outwardly, comparable models. While they may look the same, they are probably quite different on the inside. Recently, the binocular market has seen a flood of giant binoculars at prices that were unheard of just a few years ago. In general, giant binoculars are defined as those that magnify the view 10 times or more and have 70-mm or larger front (objective) lenses. It used to be that the least expensive giant binoculars cost in excess of $150, even $200. All that changed not long ago, when the bottom fell out of the price cellar. Now, several companies import giant binoculars that sell for half that, or less. Celestron's 15x70 SkyMaster binoculars are one of the leaders in the low-price giant binocular arena. They certainly sound good on paper. The SkyMasters include multicoated optics and BaK-4 internal prisms, two features that promise brighter, better images, and key points to look for when judging a pair of binoculars. They also come with an adapter for attaching them to a photo tripod, which is a must to use them to their fullest, and a soft carrying case. But just because they are cheap doesn't always mean they are worth the price. Would it be better to save up for a more expensive pair? To find the answer, I had an opportunity recently to judge the SkyMasters against a pair of Fujinon 16x70 FMT-SX binoculars , one of the finest pairs of giant binoculars sold today. Like the SkyMasters, the Fujinons feature BaK-4 prisms, but also have fully multicoated optics. As a general rule, superior coatings mean superior image sharpness and contrast. But then, that should be expected, given that the Fujinons cost many times more than the Celestrons. While the Fujinons were clearly the better performer, the Celestron SkyMasters held up admirably. Image brightness, quality, and contrast were all remarkable considering their bargain price. Although images were a little soft across the outer 25% of the Celestron's field, the overall view was impressive nonetheless. Some inexpensive binoculars have very sloppy focusing, causing the eyepieces to tilt and shift. Not so with the SkyMasters. I found that their center-focusing mechanism worked smoothly, with no apparently backlash or wobble. Eye relief (the distance you hold your eyes away from the eyepieces to see the full field) is stated to be 18 mm, a good distance for higher power binoculars and an important consideration if you must wear glasses when viewing. The SkyMasters are also light enough to support by hand for short periods of time, although buyers would be well advised to mount them on a sturdy photo tripod. The bottom line is, if you are considering a pair of giant binoculars, whether for bird watching, stargazing, or another recreational use, and have a limited budget, Celestron's giant 15x70 SkyMasters represent an excellent value. --Phil Harrington, author of Star Ware and Star Watch Pros: Exceptional value for the price Light enough to support by hand BaK-4 prisms Multicoated optics Cons: Outer 25% of the field is soft and a little blurry Requires a tripod to use for extended periods Accessories Adorama Blower Brush - Small Ultra Series Tripod Adorama Lens Cleaning Tissue, Three Packages. Zeiss Lens Cleaner, 3 oz Spray, Ammonia Free, Safe for Multi-Coated Lenses. Celestron Photo / Video Tripod Customers who bought this item also bought Celestron Photo / Video Tripod Binocular Highlights: 99 Celestial Sights for Binocular Users (Sky & Telescope Stargazing) NightWatch: A Practical Guide to Viewing the Universe The Night Sky 30°-40° (Large; North Latitude) Turn Left at Orion: A Hundred Night Sky Objects to See in a Small Telescope--and How to Find Them Customer Reviews for: Celestron SkyMaster Giant 15x70 Binoculars w/Tripod Adapter Rating - Underwhelming I'm not happy with mine. They suffer from ghosting when I view planets. Only the center 2/3ds of the field of view is relatively clear (except for the ghosting). These are cheap binoculars, and you would be better served spending a little more and getting a lot more binocular. Rating - Very nice Very good quality, easy to use/handle, crisp clear optics. We really like these. Highly recommended. Rating - This giant binoculars w/tripod adapter has flaws Celestron SkyMaster Giant 15x70 Binoculars w/Tripod Adapter I purchased on of these and all you can say about it that is correct is it us large, but 15 times is hardly any magnification and I doubt if these binoculars have that much, plus adjustment are hard to adjust or either broken and you cannot adjust; also made in China and hard to get replacement and returning a object is like wishing you had never done business with this product. I have camera's with more magnification that are not a 15X70. Think about this ... Read More Rating - Fantasic Binoculars I purchased these for my astronomy class in school and they turned out to be a great pair of binoculars. I could see all the constellations and the surface of the moon as though I was looking at my hand. Highly recommend Rating - Astronomy Binoculars Wonderful and a great deal. But they MUST be on a stable tripod. Make your own holder DIY. These are almost as good as my 8" DOB. see more reviews See More Celestron products

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