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.
Product Features
- 25x magnification porro prism binocular
- High quality BAK-4 prisms
- Large 70 mm objective lens offers maximum image brightness in low-light and long-range conditions
- Multi-Coated optics for sharp, clear views
- Long eye relief ideal for eyeglass wearers
Powerful and inexpensive. Some limitations though. I purchased the Celestron 71008 SkyMaster 25×70 Binoculars on a whim when they were available for $59.99. I already own several pairs of binoculars including the Celestron 15×70 SkyMasters. The 25×70 SkyMasters are very powerful, and have decent optics. There are several drawbacks though. The 25×70 Skymasters have a very narrow field of view, even compared to the 15×70’s. For astronomical use, you’re going to need a good tri-pod, as they are very heavy, and next to impossible to hold steady…
Good Choice For Beginner And Experienced Skywatcher I have a lifelong interest and love of astronomy but I am still a novice when it comes to using binoculars and telescopes. After reading several reviews and product comparisons on Amazon I selected the Celestron SkyMaster 25 x 70 Binocular as my first binocular specifically designed for night time skywatching. I am very pleased with this binocular and I recommend it to other beginners. Based on the reviews I have read I think it would also be a good binocular for more advanced users. I…
Fantastic for anything where you won’t have to change focal distance much. I originally gave these four stars because the focus has play in it. I bumped them up to 5 stars because of the low price and the fantastic astronomical views. They stay in the focus you put them in, but the play occurs only during adjustment. My 16×50 is much better for daytime sight seeing.