Editorial Review

Seeing is believing with the Celestron 72020 Ultima DX 8 x 32 waterproof binoculars. The Ultima Series has always been one of Celestron's most highly respected line of binoculars. It's hard to believe, but with the newly redesigned Ultima DX series, outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes will find even greater value.Read more

Features

• Multi-coated optics for a clear view
• Waterproof nitrogen-filled and sealed body
• Suited for both terrestrial and astronomical use
• Shock-resistant rubber covering for a secure grip
• Twist-up rubber eyecups for a snug fit

Features

• Low Dispersion Glass
• Sight tube for quick targeting
• Soft Carrying Case
• 20-60x Zoom Eyepiece
• Limited Lifetime Warranty

Features

• Stable, steel field tripod for serious astronomical observing and photography
• Height extends to 48 inches, folds down to compact 8 by 28 inches
• Built-in 20 to 90 degree wedge tilt plate for quick equatorial use
• Includes metal center brace and accessory tray
• Weighs 10 pounds

Features

• Blackened lens edges to minimize internal reflection and maximize contrast
• Multi-layer coating group on each lens surface to maximize light transmission and contrast
• Each Omni goes through a two-step anodizing process to prevent reflection from the top eyepiece barrel, unlike most other manufactures who use reflective surfaces.
• Threaded barrels accept 1-1/4 inch Celestron thread-in filters.

Features

• Mounted on the CG-5GT computerized EQ mount
• 40,000+ object database with 400 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects
• Double line, 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons
• DC Servo motors with encoders on both axes
• Proven NexStar computer control technology

Features

• Mylar or polymer filters for brighter, sharper, and higher-contrast images
• Safe and durable (won't break like glass if dropped)
• Blocks 99.999 percent of unwanted light
• Absorbs all ultraviolet rays
• Compatible with Nexstar 5, 5i and 130GT Telescope

Features

• Increases Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope effective focal length more than 10,000mm
• Fits over telescope eyepiece
• For use with 35mm SLR cameras
• T-ring not included
• Attachment that allows a camera to be attached to Celestron Nexstar telescopes

Editorial Review

The Celestron 52230 Mini 50mm Zoom Waterproof 12-36 x 50 Straight Spotting Scope is designed to perform well in a wide range of viewing situations, making it a great all-around optical instrument. Fully waterproof, this scope is great for bird watching, observing nature, and general long-distance spotting. With focus and zoom controls that are exceptionally easy to use and well-placed, and weighing in at just 1.4 pounds, the Celestron 52230 couldn't be easier or more convenient to use. In no time at all it will become your everyday companion as you make your way through the wilds.Read more

Features

• Fully coated optics for clear a view
• Compact waterproof design
• Straight through viewing angle
• Extendable lens shade to reduce glare

Reviews (1)

Excellent value
I use this little scope for checking shots in competitive benchrest shooting.The table tripod is marginally adequate.The optics are very good, at least as good as my Weaver 36x target scope.I'm not a scope snob, but I can find no flaws in the optical quality, focus and resolution are sharp.The size and compactness of the kit are exactly what I needed. ... Read more

Features

• Reduces dew build-up on the corrector plate
• Keeps stray light from the corrector plate, greatly improving contrast
• Fits easily onto all of Celestron¿s 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes.
• Made of rugged plastic with a tapered design

Editorial Review

Seeing is believing with the Celestron 72023 Ultima DX 9 x 63 waterproof binoculars. The Ultima series has always been one of Celestron's most highly respected line of binoculars. It's hard to believe, but with the newly redesigned Ultima DX Series, outdoor enthusiasts of all stripes will find even greater value.Read more

Features

• Multi-coated optics for a clear view
• Waterproof nitrogen-filled and sealed body
• Suited for both terrestrial and astronomical use
• Shock-resistant rubber covering for a secure grip
• Twist-up rubber eyecups for a snug fit

Editorial Review

Many people prefer Newtonian reflectors over refractors andcatadioptric telescopes because they pack the most bang for the buck.Butuntil recently, consumers had to choose between Dobsonian-mountedtelescopes, which forced them to find and track objects manually, or veryexpensive, very sophisticated instruments on heavy mounts.That dichotomyleft a large chasm right in the middle of the market.Can't someone make amoderately priced, reasonably large reflector on a clock-driven,computer-controlled mount?The answer is yes, they can.One companyleading the way is Celestron, with their recently introduced line of"Advanced Series GT" telescopes. Read more

Features

• Mounted on the CG-5GT computerized EQ mount
• 40,000+ object database with 400 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects
• Double line, 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons
• DC Servo motors with encoders on both axes
• Proven NexStar computer control technology

Editorial Review

The Nexstar 5i is the newest version of Celestron's legendary five inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. It is compact, easy to transport, and easy to use. The five-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain optics are sharp enough to bring out pleasing detail on the Moon, on the planets, and on star clusters and galaxies, yet the optical tube is less than twelve inches long. It's small enough to carry outside, even when all set up and ready to go, small enough to take on camping trips, and easy to transport to public star parties. This telescope package does not include the tripod or the computerized hand control; although you can set up the telescope on a sturdy surface and observe bright objects this way, realistically you'll want the computer control. Read more

Features

• 127mm (5-inch) diameter Schmidt-Cassegrain refractor
• Compass calibration, enabling you to point to true north more accurately
• Manually slew across the sky in seconds or track a star equatorially
• Electronic controls allows you to move the telescope at six different rates
• Auxiliary Port for optional accessories, including GPS module

Editorial Review

Celestron's Firstscope 90EQ refractor telescope is a good choice for anyone who wants to try out astronomy at an affordable price, and it can double as a high-power spotting scope. Standing five feet high and weighing nearly 30 pounds, the Firstscope 90EQ is a serious sized achromatic refractor. Achromatic refractors occupy a middle ground between 60mm beginner scopes and premium-priced Apochromatic refractors. Read more

Features

• Fully multi-coated lenses
• Slow Motion Adjustment Cables
• German Equatorial Mount
• 1000mm Focal Length
• Comes with aluminum tripod and accessory tray

Features

• Four element Plossl optical design
• Blackened lens edges
• Multi-layer coating group on each lens
• Anodized to prevent reflection from the top eyepiece barrel

Editorial Review

Combining the powerful optics of Celestron's legendary 8 inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope and premium XLT coatings with the solid computerized tracking system developed for its popular Nexstar 5, Celestron'sNexstar 8i is a remarkable telescope value. Compared to theNexstar 5i, the eight inch version is only six pounds heavier and only a little more expensive, yet it delivers more than two and a half times the NX5's light gathering power. The Nexstar 8i's excellent optics easily bring out wonderful detail on the moon, the planets, and on star clusters and galaxies. Read more

Features

• 203mm (8-inch) diameter Schmidt-Cassegrain refractor
• Compass calibration, enabling you to point to true north more accurately
• Electronic controls allows you to move the telescope at six different rates
• 40,000 object database
• XLT coatings

Reviews (1)

a portable telescope
I just bought a Nextstar 8i a week ago and I owe a Meade ETX 125.Comparing the Celestron with the Meade, I have the following conclusions. Meade's computer hand control is much better than Celestron's.To set up the Meade telescope, all I need to know is where north is.After pointing the telescope to north, entering the time, selecting my location from a list (only once), the telescope automatically goes to two bright stars for setting the alignment.With the Celestron, I need to enter the time, the longitude (make sure you know whether it is east or west, I was confused the first time) and the latitude (again need to know north or south), then select an alignment start from a list.I happened to know only one star, the Polaris, it was a pain for me to read through the star charts included in the telescope manual to figure where the other named stars were located.I too needed the manual to find my longitude and latitute in the dark.Also when entering the time, Meade's hand control conveniently turns on a small red light, so I can use it to read my watch's display. Celestron's hand control does not have this feature. The ETX comes with a real finder scope (though its optical quality is poor), it is relatively easy to put an alignment star to the center of the cross hair. The 8i has only a red dot (which I constantly forgot to turn off when I was done with my observation).It is much harder to put a star to align with with the red dot and be able to see the star in the telescope.I almost broke my neck when I tried to align some stars near zenith.I believe I need to get a real finder scope soon for the 8i (costs $100).The ETX comes with a carrying bag for the tripod, the 8i does not.In terms of seeing more details in planets and more deep sky objects, the 8i wins as expected.In terms of pointing accuracy, 8i probably wins since it was able to find some deep sky objects without too much of my help.But when I asked it to point to the moon, it was off by 5-10 degrees. I don't know why.8i is very light, it weighs almost the same as the EXT.But both telescopes' mounts are shaky.At higher magnification, a gentle touch (turning the focusing knob), causes the star image to blur, making it hard to get a sharply focused image.An electronic focuser may be needed.I know I had better know the longitude and latitude before I head to different site.And Celestron's manual does not include any alignment star charts for the northern hemisphere. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The Celestron 71208 Noble 10 x 28 Roof Prism Waterproof Binoculars is truly a work of beauty and one of the best values in premium, compact roof prism binoculars you can find today. Noble Series binoculars are known for their solid compact design and smooth precision, high-performance phase coated optics, and the Celestron 71208 is no exception.Read more

Features

• High-performance phase coated optics for a clear view
• Waterproof nitrogen-filled and sealed body
• Incredible near-focus capability perfect for avid bird watchers
• Protective rubber covering with a ribbed exterior for a firm grip
• Twist-up eyecups for a snug fit

Editorial Review

Introduced in 1970, the Celestron 8 is one of the most, if not Read more

Features

• Focal length of 2032mm
• 203mm (8-inch) diameter Schmidt-Cassegrain refractor
• Observe immediately with the computerized auto align feature
• Automatic slewing to over 18,000 celestial objects
• Common sense menu descriptions