Flip-down eyecups make the binoculars suitable for eyeglasses wearers. (Image credit: Jason Parnell-Brookes)

Celestron SkyMaster 12x60 binoculars review | Space

Please be aware that The Widescreen Centre cannot be held responsible for any postal or third-party delays that may occur. We are committed to providing a reliable and efficient delivery service for our valued customers. Next, a stargazing binocular should have generous magnification. We'd recommend upwards of 10x and ideally 15x or 20x plus. The greater the magnification the more detail can be observed in smaller constellations, asterisms, galaxies, globular star clusters and other celestial bodies.The 12x magnification and large 60mm objective lenses are excellent in low light and especially good for stargazing when mounted to a tripod. The optics are multi-coated, top-quality glass, with long eye relief and excellent build quality. Included Limited Lifetime Warranty protects against manufacture faults and defects in materials. If the Celestron SkyMaster 12x60 binoculars aren't for you The center focus was extremely easy to move. I can see that being a good thing for birding/hunting, but it was horrible for me because I’d work hard to get it set and then it would move if I set them down. I’ve never seen chromatic aberration before, so it was interesting to see such a vivid blue/violet show up on one side of Jupiter and the Moon and a yellow/orange on the other. It was distracting though. They list the IDP minimum as 60mm, but because they have a strap on each aperture to hold the lens caps on, they don’t quite close down to that, and I found that to be just a millimeter or two wider than would be perfect for my eyes. Because of their compactness, I found they are less comfortable to hold then all my Porro prism binoculars when laying on my chaise lounge chair due to two reasons (first because their weight is not as spread out and second because they make resting my elbows on the armrests more uncomfortable).

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An area we’d like to see improvement would be in the adjustable eyecups. They are adjustable for eyeglasses wearers up to 17mm but are of the flip-down variety and we’d love to see these follow suit with some of Celestron’s other binoculars and have twist-down eyecups so that those who require it can fine-tune their placement during use. However, we’re splitting hairs here as they are much cheaper than many other binoculars and have good performance where it counts.

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Not compatible with #93648 Off-Axis Guider, not compatible with #93519 2" Mirror Diagonal (discontinued) They are comfortable to hold for users who have a steady hand, but we found them more enjoyable when attached to a stable tripod. This would be the case for beginners or younger observers, where the hand-held wobble would be too much to tolerate. Released somewhat recently in 2018, these mid-range Nikon binoculars feature lower magnification capabilities but have a generous objective lens diameter and roomier eye relief than other models. We reviewed the Nikon Prostaff P3 8x42 which is very similar to the 3S 10x42 noted here and gave them four out of five stars for their premium-finish and excellent clarity.

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Anyone who has worn glasses is familiar with the frustration and discomfort of looking through viewfinders, telescopes, and binoculars. All of the binoculars in the SkyMaster series feature folding eyecups, which means that they can be easily manipulated to the user’s preference. If preferred, you can buy a tripod for more comfortable viewing or a smartphone adapter to permanently capture amazing sights. By default, the SkyMaster 12×60 Binoculars come with a carrying case, strap, microfiber cleaning cloth, and covers for the eyepiece and lenses. Bright Images in Dim ConditionsThese mammoth binoculars are likely too big and heavy for many generalist observers. For those we’d recommend the recently reviewed Celestron Nature DX 12x56 because of their broader appeal given that they are of roof prism design and therefore more slender and lightweight. Stargazing binoculars don't come much more perfect than these. The Celestron SkyMaster Pro 20x80 binoculars have huge magnification and massive objective lenses to get you closer to dimmer objects than almost any other binocular in our guide. These high-powered binoculars also feature fully waterproof housing, interchangeable eyecups, superior wide-angle viewing, and are fogproof to protect against internal fogging in differing ambient temperatures. It’s difficult for individuals with glasses to find binoculars that aren’t uncomfortable or have a shorter-than-average eye relief distance. The folding eyecups, dynamic diopter adjustment, and long eye relief distance are all ideal for overcoming optical difficulties.

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Live Science tests a huge and diverse range of products, from Legos to binoculars, and from exercise bikes to dehumidifiers. Depending on just what we're reviewing, a product will be subjected to an array of different tests relevant to its purpose and use. This may include in-lab benchmarks, extensive use in our test centers or thorough road-testing in real-world conditions. Their SkyMaster 12x60 Binoculars are a popular choice for entry-level astronomers and the like. They come in at an entry-level price point but have high-quality features. They have large 60mm objective lenses and powerful 12x magnification.Um, if you divide 60 into 10 parts, you get 6. and if you say take away one of those ten parts (which is equal to six) from 60, you get 54. I've done the light/laser test and it's true that they are truly 12x54s.