Celestron Nexstar 60GT 60mm Go-To Refractor Telescope Review

Celestron Nexstar 60GT 60mm Go-To Refractor Telescope

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  • Computerized auto align feature makes observing easy
  • Instant access to over 4,000 celestial objects
  • Common sense menu descriptions
  • 700mm focal length
  • 3 eyepieces (35x, 70x, and 175x)

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Amazon.com Review The Nexstar 60GT is Celestron’s most affordable computerized telescope. For a surprising price, you get a complete telescope with three eyepieces (and a finder), an adjustable tripod, and a computerized tracking system with a database of 4000 objects.

With the help of the well-illustrated manual, it takes only minutes to assemble the Nexstar 60GT and connect the batteries or optional AC adapter.

The NexStar handset is your user-friendly guide to more than 4,000 celestial objects.

Nexstar’s “quick align” feature allows me to track bright objects like the moon and planets right away, but to get the most out of the tracking system the computer needs to be oriented to two bright alignment stars. Celestron includes some basic star charts, but if you don’t already know a few constellations, you’ll want a guide book like Nightwatch or a magazine like NightSky to introduce you to the bright alignment stars by name.

Once the Nexstar alignment is completed, the fun of seeing star clusters and planets and galaxies is as easy as pushing a few buttons. The low power 20mm eyepiece (35x) is best for viewing open star clusters and finding objects; I use the 10mm (70X) and 4mm (175X) eyepieces to zoom in on stars and planets. The planets show up quite nicely at 70x, and they’re even better with a 6mm plossl eyepiece at 117x. Venus looks like a tiny crescent moon, Jupiter shows off its two major cloud bands, and Saturn’s rings are sharply separated from the planet. Bright double stars also show up well. Castor, one of the twin stars in the constellation Gemini, turns out to be a double star only four arc-seconds wide. You’ll need that 6mm eyepiece (117x) or the included 4mm (175x) to separate Castor into two beads of light.

Students from middle school on up will find the Nexstar 60GT just the right size. It’s affordable, it’s light and portable, and it’s an easy introduction to the world of computerized telescopes. My first telescope, made of telescoping cardboard tubes, came from an ad in Popular Mechanics magazine. I would have been thrilled to have a telescope as good as the Nexstar 60GT. An adult with a serious interest in astronomy, however, is likely to outgrow a 60mm telescope rather quickly. It takes a larger scope to see the divisions in Saturn’s rings or resolve globular clusters into individual stars; if you want that kind of detail, take a look at the telescope buyers guide for some larger ideas. —Jeff Phillips

Pros:

  • Complete package is light, portable, and affordable
  • Classic refractor design for good planet views up to 120x
  • Nexstar computer finds planets, star clusters, and galaxies for you

Cons:

  • It’s small–the only way to see more detail is with a bigger telescope
  • Batteries only last a few hours

Celestron CPC Deluxe 1100 HD Computerized Telescope Review

Celestron CPC Deluxe 1100 HD Computerized Telescope

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  • OTA has StarBright XLT coatings
  • Produces aberration-free images with pinpoint stars
  • Dual fork arm mount anchors the telescope
  • Weighs 43 lbs and includes rugged carrying handles
  • Help with centering objects in the eyepiece

OTA has StarBright XLT coatings Produces aberration-free images with pinpoint stars Dual fork arm mount anchors the telescope Weighs 43 lbs and includes rugged carrying handles Help with centering objects in the eyepiece Track more than 40,000 celestial objects Stainless steel worm gear Steel and nylon ball bearings Tracks smoothly without doing a meridian flip 

Celestron Granite 10×50 Binocular, Black (71374) Review

Celestron Granite 10x50 Binocular, Black (71374)

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  • Fully Multi-Coated for enhanced light transmission
  • BaK-4 Prisms with High Reflectivity and Vivid Colors
  • Binocular Harness Strap – comfortable and keeps the binoculars handy
  • Metal construction in the Focus Knob, Diopter Ring, and Twist-Up Eyecups for long life and precision movement
  • Waterproof and Fogproof – nitrogen purged to prevent internal fogging in all weather conditions
  • Eco-Friendly – lead and arsenic free

Style:10 x 50  |  Configuration:Binocular

BEDROCK OF THE SERIOUS OBSERVER’S TOOLKIT – Celestron Granite ED Series Roof Prism Binoculars represent the core values of rock solid binocular design, ultra-high performance glass and reliable construction at an affordable price. The ED lenses ensure that each wavelength of light is kept in balance with all the others to provide an image which is true-to-life. They are also useful in lowlight situations helping you to pick out details in subjects in dense brush even at dawn and dusk. They stand up well against the much more expensive European and higher end Japanese manufactured binoculars at a fraction of their cost – a real value! EXTRA LOW DISPERSION GLASS – Granite Binoculars feature ED (Extra-Low Dispersion) glass, delivering edge-to-edge sharpness with excellent color correction and razor sharp images while virtually eliminating chromatic aberration. Coupled with fully broadband multi-coatings the optical design delivers crisp, high contrast images with accurate color reproduction for unrivaled image quality superior to standard optical glass. FULLY MULTI-COATED OPTICS AND BAK-4 PRISMS – The Phase Coated Prisms correct out-of-phase shifts of light rays to ensure maximum contrast while providing superb natural color fidelity and vivid color saturation. High grade BaK-4 prism glass renders sharp images and the reflectivity coatings increases the throughput transmission to provide bright images that are rich in detail. LIGHTWEIGHT, WATERPROOF CONSTRUCTION – State-of-the-art modern open frame style provides an excellent grip and is comfortable to handle (even single handed) with the reduced weight. The body is made of magnesium alloy which is lighter than aluminum, and more rugged and tough for handling in any environment. They are a mid-sized binocular, perfect for travel because of their weight and small form factor yet are packed with features that match up well optically, mechanically and ergonomically with binoculars costing two to five times as much. Metal Twist Up Eyecups: More durable and a longer life than plastic eyecups. Less susceptible to breaking. Twist-up eyecup for correct positioning of the users eyes for comfortable viewing with or without eyeglasses. Waterproof construction provides peace of mind when unexpected weather rolls in. The housing is also filled with dry nitrogen gas to prevent the internal lenses from fogging when moving between extreme temperatures or when using the binocular in damp conditions. PERFECT FOR: Bird Watching, Hunting, Wildlife and Nature Viewing, Travel and Outdoors, Sporting Events, Astronomical Viewing, Low Light; Extended Use; Changing Weather Conditions

Celestron 15×70 SkyMaster Binocular with LensPen Cleaning Tool and Binocular Harness Review

Celestron 15x70 SkyMaster Binocular with LensPen Cleaning Tool and Binocular Harness

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  • Multi-coated optics
  • Large aperture perfect for low light conditions and stargazing
  • Tripod adapter
  • 13 mm (0.51 in) long eye relief ideal for eyeglass wearers
  • Diopter adjustment for fine focusing

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 15×70 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.

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Celestron 15×70 SkyMaster Binocular
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Celestron Binocular Harness

Celestron Nexstar 4SE Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope & 1.25-Inch Eyepiece/Filt. Review

Celestron Nexstar 4SE Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope & 1.25-Inch Eyepiece/Filt.

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  • SE telescope combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with the latest state-of-the-art features
  • Ultra sturdy steel tripod features built-in wedge which allows 4 SE to be used for astrophotography
  • StarBright XLT high transmission coatings come standard
  • “TheSkyX – First Light Edition” astronomy software with a 10,000 object database, printable sky maps and 75 enhanced images
  • StarPointer finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objects

SE telescope combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with the latest state-of-the-art features Ultra sturdy steel tripod features built-in wedge which allows 4 SE to be used for astrophotography StarBright XLT high transmission coatings come standard TheSkyX – First Light Edition astronomy software with a 10,000 object database, printable sky maps and 75 enhanced images

Celestron C9 1/4 A (XLT) Schmidt-Cassegrain Optical Tube (for CG-5 mounts) – … Review

Celestron C9 1/4 A (XLT) Schmidt-Cassegrain Optical Tube (for CG-5 mounts) - ...

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  • 9.25″ Schmidt-Cassegrain, 2350mm focal length (f/11) Aluminum Optical Tube.
  • Starbright XLT Multi-Coatings.
  • 6×30 finderscope.
  • 25mm eyepiece (94x).
  • 1-1/4″, star diagonal.

Style:9.25″ SCT – CG5

9.25 Schmidt-Cassegrain, 2350mm focal length (f/11) Aluminum Optical Tube. Starbright XLT Multi-Coatings. 6×30 finderscope. 25mm eyepiece (94x). 1-1/4, star diagonal.

Celestron 52250 80mm Ultima Zoom Spotting Scope Review

Celestron 52250 80mm Ultima Zoom Spotting Scope

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  • 80 mm Refractor Spotting Scope
  • Multi-Coated optics
  • 45° viewing angle. 20-60x zoom eyepiece
  • Waterproof & Soft carrying case. Limited Lifetime Warranty
  • Does not accept filters.Highest Useful Magnification: 189x

Style:80 – 45°  |  Configuration:Spotting Scope

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SO)CELESTRON ULTIMA 80 45 Degree

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Celestron’s popular Ultima 80mm Zoom Spotting Scope offers images that are noticeably brighter and sharper than entry level 60mm spotters. The Ultima 80 is a refractor style spotting scope with an Achromatic objective lens. Excellent light transmission is assured by multi-layer anti-reflection coatings on the objective lens as well as on the zoom eyepiece and the BAK-4 prisms. The multi-coated 80mm objective lens delivers 77% brighter views than a 60mm scope, and the built in zoom lens produces sharp images from 20X all the way up to 60X magnification.

The Ultima 80 features a sleek, waterproof design and includes a padded soft case with zippers on both ends so the scope can be protected even while mounted on a tripod. Including the eyepiece the Ultima 80 measures just over 18 inches long and weighs about 3.6 pounds. The rubber eyecup can be removed to expose a standard “T-thread” for attaching a camera. I like the 45* angled eyepiece because I can use a shorter tripod to support the spotting scope while viewing or while taking pictures with a small camera attached to the eyepiece.

The focus ranges from 27 feet to the horizon with just a few turns of the focus knob. When I fold down the rubber eye cup I can keep my glasses on and see the whole 2 degree field of view at 20X magnification. With my glasses on I need very little focus adjustment while I crank the zoom eyepiece from 20X up to 60X. Sometimes though I like to take my glasses off while observing because the view seems to have just a little more contrast and sharpness. I like the fact that the Ultima 80 gives me a sharp image either way.

The drawback of the tradition crown and flint achromatic lens used in the Ultima 80 Zoom Spotting Scope is a bit of false color, also known as blue fringing or chromatic aberration. Blue fringing seems well controlled at 20X magnification, but it becomes increasingly noticeable as I zoom up to 60X. Celestron also offers the Ultima 80ED and the Regal 80 F-ED spotting scopes which use exotic ED glass lenses to virtually eliminate blue fringing and produce the sharpest possible high power views.

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Celestron 71331 Nature DX 10×32 Binocular (Green) Review

Celestron 71331 Nature DX 10x32 Binocular (Green)

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  • BaK-4 Prisms w/ Phase Coating: Increases contrast and resolution for sharper more detailed images
  • Fully Multi-Coated Optics: Allows maximum light transmission through the optical path for brighter images
  • 6.5’ Close Focus: Detailed, up close observation of subjects in close proximity.  Ideal for watching birds, insects, plants, etc.
  • Compact and Lightweight: Fits in a pocket or glove box; easy to carry on long excursions
  • Twist-up Eyecups: Twist up and down with multiple stops for correct positioning of the users eyes for comfortable viewing with or without eyeglasses
  • Polycarbonate frame: Strong and durable polycarbonate body.  Provides structural integrity while keeping the weight to a minimum.

Style Name:10×32  |  Configuration:Binocular

Celestron’s new Nature DX Series is the perfect companion for the outdoors lover. These affordable yet feature-packed binoculars are designed specifically for beginning to intermediate users. With the Nature DX series, you’ll get the important features you’re looking for, like fully multi-coated optics and BaK-4 prisms, while staying within your budget. You can feel confident taking Nature DX binoculars on any of your outdoor adventures. Even the full size models in the series are extremely portable and lightweight. Nature DX can withstand harsh weather; its fully waterproof housing is purged of air and filled with dry nitrogen gas.

Celestron 71406 TrailSeeker 10×42 Binoculars (Army Green) Review

Celestron 71406 TrailSeeker 10x42 Binoculars (Army Green)

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  • Magnesium Alloy Body: Lightweight, durable frame that will last a lifetime and handle use in the field
  • BaK-4 Prisms with Phase and Dielectric Coatings: Increased light transmission through the prism system for brighter images. Increased contrast and resolution.
  • Wide Field of View: Quickly acquire the subject being viewed. Follow your subject more easily, with less need to move the binoculars.
  • Fully Multi-Coated Opitcs: Increased light transmission for brighter views and more resolution
  • 6.5′ Close Focus: Detailed, up close observation of subject in close proximity
  • Metal Multi-Stop Twist Up Eyecups: More durable with a longer life than plastic eyecups. Multiple stops for correct positioning of the eyes.
  • Tripod Adaptable: Attach your TrailSeeker to a tripod for extended viewing sessions

Style:10×42  |  Configuration:Binoculars

TrailSeeker binoculars provide high-level outdoor performance, making them perfect for the avid birder or hunter. The TrailSeeker is a feature-rich binocular with superb optical quality at an economical price. Phase and dielectric coated BaK-4 prisms dramatically increase light transmission through the prism system for unrivaled image quality and views. Compared to other binoculars in its price range, TrailSeeker offers a better close focus along with a wider field of view. The lightweight magnesium alloy frame is durable and fully waterproof for use in any weather condition.

Celestron 20×80 SkyMaster Pro High Power Astronomy Binoculars Review

Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Pro High Power Astronomy Binoculars

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  • Large 80 mm objective lenses for excellent light gathering in low light conditions or for astronomical observing
  • Detachable RSR rail for attaching an optional red dot finderscope
  • Rubber armored for improved ergonomics and protection from every day use in the field
  • Waterproof and nitrogen purged for use in all weather conditions

Size:20×80  |  Configuration:Binoculars

SkyMaster Pro binoculars are the ideal choice for amateur astronomers or anyone that observes at great distances. Compared to lower-priced large aperture binoculars, SkyMaster Pro uses superior optics, coatings, internal parts and housing materials. With large objective lenses, BaK-4 prisms and fully multi-coated optics utilizing Celestron’s proprietary XLT coating technology, the view through a SkyMaster Pro is second to none at this price point. Massive Objective Lenses – The 80 mm objective lenses have tremendous light gathering capabilities, delivering superior low light performance, even in the dimmest conditions. Choose SkyMaster Pro for use at dusk, dawn and nighttime astronomical viewing. Fully Multi-Coated Optics and BaK-4 Prisms – Every air-to-glass surface is multi-coated with Celestron’s proprietary XLT coating technology. These coatings coupled with BaK-4 prisms increase light transmission through the optical path and deliver crisp, high contrast images with outstanding resolution. Built in Tripod Adapter and RSR “Reflex Sight Ready” Rail – The built in tripod adapter of the SkyMaster Pro 20×80 not only allows the binocular to be attached to a tripod for added stability but it also acts as a balance rail by sliding along the center support rod. A red-dot finder can also be attached to the center support rod utilizing the removable rail. When properly aligned with the binocular, the red-dot finder will allow objects to be brought into view quickly. Lightweight, Waterproof Construction – The polycarbonate and aluminum housing allows the binocular to be lighter weight without sacrificing its durability. The housing with protective rubber armor is extremely rugged and durable with the ability to handle tough use. The fully waterproof housing for use in all weather conditions provides peace of mind when unexpected weather rolls in. The housing is also filled with dry nitrogen gas to prevent the internal lenses from fogging when moving between extreme temperatures or when using the binocular in damp conditions. Enhanced Magnification – Bring distant objects into view with 20x magnification—great for observing celestial objects in greater detail, searching for wildlife in the brush or viewing a distant object on the horizon.

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