Customer Reviews

Celestron 71133 UpClose 10x25 Roof Prism Binocular

5 star:		(15)
4 star:		(8)
3 star:		(1)
2 star:		(1)
1 star:		(0)

 

 

i'm a photographer...with tons of gear from canon, minolta, zeiss, leica etc. I think I'm fairly critical when it comes to the quality of optics.

I choses the for concerts mainly. I wanted a pair that I didnt care if they got lost.

For the money, this cheap-o set of binoc's is damn good. I compared them to the Nikons ($65), the Meades, the Bushnell's and a few others. I wanted something nice and small for concerts but didnt want a piece of junk that I'd hate to look through. These binoc's have a metal focusing plate on top, smooth and tight focusing center-roller, heavy rubber covered lens barrels and they're very light. they have adjustable eye pieces for those with difference prescription eyes/contacts/glasses. It has a very thin nylon string as the neckstrap...feels like a shoelace...probably it's biggest fault. It comes with a decent case with belt loop and velco closing flap.

Just received today, are perfect for the money ($12.88). I like the rubber coating that makes them seemingly more durable and weather resistant. They are fairly comfortable on the eye sockets, easy to adjust, and fairly powerful. They are lightweight and very compact, and suitable for carrying (in the case) on a belt. Only minus is the neck string is very thin and the attachment to the binocs is questionable. There are also no lens protectors, but I never use them because they are a pain to keep track of, anyway. Overall I think they are quite high quality for the price.

I bought these a few years ago and so far they have preformed well. Light to carry even down the Grand Canyon. Deep in the Petrified Forest wilderness. Can focus far or to 15 ft. Nice carring case with mine too. I will buy another when this fails.

These binoculars are good for out door use qand bird watching. I have no qualms with these.

I got a pair of these Celestron binocs, for my day-pack.
I got a (similar price/specs) pair of Bushnell, for my 3-day pack.
This celestron model is smaller, lighter, clearer, brighter, better !!
The Bushnells were 25% more expensive, heavier, bigger, and had worse glass.
These are easier to mount and focus ... they stow (and deploy) better (than my Bushnells).
These Celestrons also focus very close ... much closer than most binocs.
They really feel good, in the hand and to my eyes. Ergos just rock !
NO COMPLAINTS AT ALL ! ... Compact, light, rugged and VERY affordable.
Nothing not to love. Especially at this amazing price. Even the case is just great !
I SO wish I had got two pair of these ! ... HEY ! ... I think I WILL get a 2nd pair !
(And pass my Bushnells along to my 18 yo daughter, for HER pack).

Great job (on this model) Celestron ! Thanks !

I mainly chose these binoculars because of price point, size. The positive reviews gave me some confidence in the quality and Celestron is perhaps best know for their telescopes, so I did not think they would be that bad. The glass is rated BK-7 which is not the best but is very good. To Focus the binoculars you close your right eye and adjust the center focus adjustment while looking through the binoculars with you left eye. Once adjusted; close your left eye and adjust the Diopter (near the eyepiece) while looking through the binoculars with your right eye. Then you got it. Once you have done this; you should just be able to adjust the center focus depending on the objects distance. The 10X magnification is great with slightly steady hands. My wife was also impressed with the quality feel of this binocular. I do not recommend if you wear glasses, as the eye relief is extremely close (about 10mm?). They have a better optical quality and construction than a Tasco and Simmons binocular brand I own. I would say the optical clarity is impressive for the cost of this set. 10x magnification in a fairly small size. Water resistant. Great optical quality. Replaceable cost if lost, stolen or damaged. A GREAT value that will magnify your surroundings, Without breaking your bank account. I do not regret my purchase and certainly recommend. I'm actually trying to purchase another set. Thanks.

I bought this pair of binoculars for our 9 1/2 year old grandson to use, mainly, when camping. This is a nice set of binoculars and I think he is going to really enjoy using them. It has a 10x zoom which is fantastic for this price range product! I would recommend these to other consumers. Also, very affordable.

This is good for close range in bright day light , however its very dim even before dark and with long distances , may be more than 3 to 4 hundred meters it is soft and your eyes will cause you a headache .

This is a great pair of binoculars! Easy to focus and easy to use. It comes with a well made carrying case that has an attached loop on the back of the case (Velcro closure on the front), an attached lanyard on the binoculars, and lens wiping cloth. The binoculars would easily fit into a purse or bag. We bought 2 pairs and my husband, who used binoculars a lot when he was in the military, likes this one as well. This is a great product at a great price!

I purchased the binocular for our recent trip to Alaska. The clarity and ease of operation are fairly good considering the price.