Celestron Binoculars

Why choose Celestron binoculars?

Celestron are the leaders in full-size observation binoculars, most commonly used on a tripod to ease the weight and counter the shake that becomes hard to avoid at high magnifications. The Skymaster Pro 15x70 Porro Prism binoculars with higher quality Extra low Dispersion lens elements are the most popular followed by the Skymaster 25x100 and less-expensive 25x70

Celestron also have a fantastic selection of binoculars for the casual user or junior birder.  The choice can be confusing and we will always do our best to help you match one of our wide range of over twenty Celestron binoculars to your personal preference and priorities.

They start with the UpClose G2 8x21 for under £30 and the  Outland X 8x25 Compacts at around £50 followed by the Nature DX and Trailseeker ranges both with either standard or ED glass.  They start at around with the Nature DX 8x32, the Nature DX ED 8x42 and TrailSeeker 10x42 will take you to £200 and beyond while the range-topping Trailseeker 10x42 ED Binoculars are closer to £300.

Which Celestron binoculars are best for Stargazing / Astronomy?

Stars are very small to the naked eye, so you will need a pair with high magnification which means either a long instrument or one that uses mirrors to fold the light path into a more condensed size.  Stars are also not very bright so you will need good light gathering which demands a wide front lens or an even wider mirror. 

The Skymaster 12x60 or Skymaster Pro 20x80 binoculars may be ideal for general purpose observation as well as pointing upwards to the night sky for a clearer view of the Moon and the constellations.

Of course, as they get bigger they both cost and weigh a lot more so a tripod will be handy to give your arms a rest.

The Skymaster 15x70 Pros with ED Glass are excellent quality and provide a good compromise between size, cost and performance. They come with a tripod adaptor in the box, as well as a carry case, so you can comfortably take them to the seaside next time you go.  Sorry, day-dreaming again.  Is the pandemic over....  Back to the night sky.

As your choice leads you to bigger and bigger sizes, you might consider saving half the cost and weight, close one eye and choose a spotting scope, or an astro-telescope instead.