Celestron SkyMaster Giant 15×70 Binoculars w/Tripod Adapter
August 19, 2009 by admin
Filed under Telescope Binoculars
Amazon.com Review
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 (more…)
5.0 out of 5 stars
Definetely worth it – but get a different adapter
I strongly agree with the other reviewers that these binoculars are more than worth the price. Expect to be able to see all the moons of jupiter, some moons of saturn, and even…
5.0 out of 5 stars
A FANTASTIC BINOCULARS
If you want to see the moon and globulars, this is your choice.
I watch the sky for several years and love this one.
Only remember that it is a bit heavy.
2.0 out of 5 stars
Not for stargazing
This isn’t the pair of binoculars you want for star gazing. Yes, the optics are great considering the price but they are so cheaply constructed that the smallest bump will knock…
5.0 out of 5 stars
Celestron 15X70 binoculars are a Fantastic value!
I purchased the Celestron binoculars to round out our options for my wife and I to view the night sky.
5.0 out of 5 stars
A valued night sky companion
I have had my Skymaster 15×70 for about a year and a half now, and I continue to be extremely pleased.
I’m a big fan of binocular stargazing in general.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent binoculars for the price
I’m impressed with these binoculars. For $70 plus shipping, you get to see a lot. I could see the top of Mount Mansfield in Vermont and I live about 10 miles away from the…
4.0 out of 5 stars
a very good value
This was my first binocular purchase. I bought it for astronomy. Pros: good value–it works great and was cheap.
4.0 out of 5 stars
Celestron Skymaster Binoculars
A sturdy instrument for spotting celestial objects. The clear image they provide, and their unexpectedly low weight, makes these binoculars a fine accessory for any amateur, or…
1.0 out of 5 stars
Not useful for stargazing
This binocular is fine for a field scope at its lowest magnification, but for stargazing, unless you want a double image of everything, forget it.
5.0 out of 5 stars
Excellent performance for the price
Using these for astronomy primarily. Work very good for this price! Handholding is a bit shaky, but thats expected for 15x. A good tripod is needed to hold them steady.