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Celestron 71020 SkyMaster 25-125x80 Zoom Binoculars | 
 enlarge | Brand: Celestron
Category: Photography
List Price: $201.95
Buy New: $98.00
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Rating:  10 reviews
Sales Rank: 17615
Color: Black
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 8
Dimensions (in): 12 x 8 x 18
MPN: 71020
Model: 71020
UPC: 050234710206
EAN: 0050234710206
ASIN: B0014HODWE
Availability: Usually ships in 3-4 business days
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| Features:
| • | These Celestron SkyMaster binoculars zoom from 25X to an incredible 125X for close up views that, up till now, only a telescope could rival! | | • | The SkyMaster 25-125X80 binoculars use multi-coated BAK-4 prisms, and have 13mm of eye relief for comfortable viewing | | • | Large aperture perfect for low light conditions and stargazing | | • | Zooms from 25 to 125X as far as the eye can see! | | • | High-powered binoculars work best when attached to a tripod, They come with a built-in tripod adapter rod so simple |
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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. SkyMaster models feature 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.
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| Customer Reviews:
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 Great Binoculars for Amateur Users! September 7, 2010
Luke Whaley
I am honestly confused as to why these binoculars have gotten such low user reviews (aside from the few who apparently received defective pairs). Granted, I am new to the world of binoculars, but with a little adjustment (which I assume must be done for any pair of binoculars) my pair show crystal clear images, never "cross-eyed". The only issue I have encountered is when the looking at full zoom, where the image tends to double up. If I back the zoom off just a little that seems to clear it up. As for the weight and size of the binos, I think it is obvious that they are not meant to be hand-held, otherwise they would not come equipped with a tripod mount. If you are looking for a relatively normal-size pair for casual observation or observation of quickly moving objects, these aren't the way to go. But if you prefer magnification over maneuverability, these binoculars are great! Just remember to use a tripod and you will get excellent results. Mine are used for amateur astronomy. I have used them for four nights in a row looking at stars and planets. Jupiter is clearly visible, as well as a few of its moons. I have also viewed the Andromeda galaxy and a few nebulae. For the price, it can't be beat!
 Ouch! These hurt my eyes. March 20, 2010
Andrew Murdock (California)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
You will need a very stable tripod, and some aspirin.
Looking through these glasses for just a few minutes gives me extreme eye discomfort. I have to close my eyes for 15 seconds afterwards just to try and recover.
Chromatic dispersion is extremely extremely extremely bad. This must be cheap glass, almost seems like plastic.
The zoom feature simply makes the circle of view bigger and smaller and then you must refocus. Much better to just have a prime set focal length.
But, it's only a little over $100 or so, but it's still money wasted.
I have lower power binoculars from Celestron that are great. These are worthless and huge.
I ended up getting the image stabilized canon binoculars for 8x the price and couldn't be happier.
Very good but...VERY heavy January 19, 2010
Ruben Osvaldo Leon (Argentina)
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I bought them 6 months ago. I've studied a lot of options before buying them. They are perfect for the sky amateurs. I knew they were heavy, i read a lot of reviews and i thought it wasn't a problem for me: yes, the big size is a BIG, VERY BIG problem. I'm warning you, these binoculars should be used with tripod, no chance to resist more than a minute in your hands without a tripod. Because of this 'little' detail, now they are collecting dust. Dont even imagine to follow a plane without tripod, unless you are Arnold Schwarzenegger. I've just bought a Nikon 50x70, i can take them everywhere and are always ready to use. The Skymaster is technically quite good, but practically -10. Buy a telescope instead, or something much lighter.
Great Binoculars June 14, 2009
Christine A. Riner (Gahanna, Ohio)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
Looking at the moon has never been more exciting. You can see all the craters and rough surfaces. Star Gazing at its best!
OK at regular magnification.. March 7, 2009
IM (Mukilteo,WA USA)
13 out of 14 found this review helpful
1.5 stars...I own a few nice sets of binocs.(Leicas) Those are in a class of their own. The Celestrons at 25 power are kind of OK in terms of clarity and magnification. Not remotely close in quality to the finer optics found in Leicas etc..The price point makes these a reasonable investment for a set you wouldn't be distraught over losing but only in a fixed magnification set..skip the variable magnification binocs.At around 25%+ to 125 power,the image quality is worthless. A waste of money. Mine went back to Amazon thank goodness for their good return policy. Distorted and diplopic-at least this set. Stay away.
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