These binoculars are excellent for their pricepoint, and stack up well against many higher priced pairs as well. I purchased these for a recent trip to Glacier National Park, and will not take another trip without them!
There are a lot of binoculars in this pricerange, but few that have the quality of construction as these. Everything is nice to touch with well placed adjustments. Some particular highlights are:
* Great optics and a nice bright field of view.
* Nice size and compact frame. Think "compact-full sized" binoculars. Rubber grip on all surfaces. Very well constructed with nothing feeling fragile.
* Waterproof and fog proof. Did not drop them in the water yet, but no fogging or ill affects after getting caught in a heavy rainstorm.
* Eye cups rotate and extend outward. While I wear glasses, I prefer viewing without them, and these binoculars provide plenty of adjustment to allow use without glasses. This will depend on the strength of your needed prescription glasses obviously, but I've used many sets of binoculars that did not have enough corrective adjustment to allow use without my glasses.
* Comes with caps for front and back, carry bag and straps for both the binoculars and the carry bag.
* Price! $54 on amazon when I purchased making them a steal! They'd be a great deal at their full list price, but at $54, these are an amazing bargain. These are a "real" pair for the cost of a "toy" pair.
Know what you are looking for. These are personal preferences, but worth considering if you are purchasing you first set of binoculars.
* They are not tiny, but small enough to carry around on day hikes. They fit very comfortably in the glovebox of my car, but not the sort of thing you can stuff in the pocket of your jacket.
* While light for their size (22oz), they may not be ideal for the ultra-light backpacker. Perfect for carrying around as a day hiker.
As a side note, The magnification is getting high for handheld use. I prefer this, but many would be happier with a lower magnification as there is less noticeable shakiness. Personally I prefer the longer range of the 10x and concentrating on holding still. It is a matter of personal preference and in no way unique to these binoculars. These apparently come in an 8x magnification which might be more livable for many users.
Celestron – Outland X 10x42 Binoculars – Waterproof & Fogproof Binoculars – Full-Size Binoculars for Adults with 10x Magnific
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| 2,507 ratingsPrice: 75.59
Last update: 07-19-2024
About this item
MULTI-COATED OPTICS AND BaK-4 PRISMS: Multi-coated optics provide high resolution and high contrast views, while BaK-4 glass prisms provide enhanced color fidelity. You'll enjoy crisp, detailed views of distant subjects.
WATERPROOF AND FOGPROOF: Designed to withstand all weather conditions, Outland X compact binoculars are filled with dry nitrogen gas and then sealed for rigorous outdoor use without internal fogging of the lenses.
PROTECTIVE RUBBER ARMOR: A durable rubberized exterior protects from hard use and harsh outdoor conditions while providing a secure, anti-slip gripping surface. Its sturdy construction makes Outland X a great travel or birdwatching binocular.
TWIST-UP EYECUPS FOR QUICK ADJUSTMENT: Large focus knobs make for easy and precise focusing. Twist-up eyecups allow you to customize the binocular's eye relief to obtain a full field of view with or without eyeglasses.
UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading optics brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a Celestron Limited Lifetime US Warranty & US-based expert tech support.
WATERPROOF AND FOGPROOF: Designed to withstand all weather conditions, Outland X compact binoculars are filled with dry nitrogen gas and then sealed for rigorous outdoor use without internal fogging of the lenses.
PROTECTIVE RUBBER ARMOR: A durable rubberized exterior protects from hard use and harsh outdoor conditions while providing a secure, anti-slip gripping surface. Its sturdy construction makes Outland X a great travel or birdwatching binocular.
TWIST-UP EYECUPS FOR QUICK ADJUSTMENT: Large focus knobs make for easy and precise focusing. Twist-up eyecups allow you to customize the binocular's eye relief to obtain a full field of view with or without eyeglasses.
UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading optics brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a Celestron Limited Lifetime US Warranty & US-based expert tech support.
Product information
Product Dimensions | 7 x 3 x 8 inches |
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Item Weight | 2 pounds |
ASIN | B004P1IMFA |
Item model number | 71347 |
Customer Reviews |
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Best Sellers Rank | #56 in Camera & Photo Products (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products) #36 in Binoculars |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | February 2, 2011 |
Department | unisex-adult |
Manufacturer | Celestron |
Language | English |
Country of Origin | China |