Celestron Noble 10x50 Compact Waterproof Binoculars with carrying case

by Celestron

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 12 x 10 x 6 inches ; 1.7 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 3 pounds
• Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S. and to APO/FPO addresses. For APO/FPO shipments, please check with the manufacturer regarding warranty and support issues.
• ASIN: B00008Y0V9
• Item model number: 71206
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #26,939 in Camera & Photo (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: March 19, 2003

Product Description

Manufacturer Product Description

Whatever your optical needs might be, Celestron has a binocular that's right for you. The brilliance and sharpness of the image you see through a particular binocular or spotting scope is determined by a number of different factors. Magnification, optical coatings, and lens diameter are just a few of the factors influencing how a binocular performs.

However, the single most important criterion in performance will always be the quality of the optics. Celestron delivers optical excellence through careful consideration of quality in the glass and lens coatings used, precision manufacturing processes, and uncompromising quality control.

The Noble Series from Celestron feature roof prism models for the serious bird watcher, the avid hunter as well as the serious sports enthusiast. All models are rubber covered and fully waterproof. The binoculars feature BAK-4 prisms and have multi-coatings for high quality optical performance with vivid colors and very high contrast views. All feature extreme close focus performance.

Product Description

A thing of beauty for viewing the beauties of nature! The magnificent Noble Series from Celestron is one of the best values in a premium quality roof prism binocular available today. When you hold and view through a Noble, youll be immediately impressed by its solid compact design, its smooth precision focus adjustments, and the clarity and fidelity of its fully multi-coated and phase coated optics. In short, the Noble takes the viewing experience to a breathtaking new level of enjoyment. There is a Noble size and model for the serious bird watcher, the avid hunter as well as the serious sports enthusiast. All models are rubber covered and fully waterproof. All feature extreme close focus performance Features: High performance phase-coated optics Incredible Near Focus for Avid Bird Watchers BAK-4 Roof Prism Design Very High Contrast Multi Coated Optics Nitrogen Filled - Completely Waterproof Dent Resistant Rubber Covering & Ribbed Exterior For Firm Grip Long Eye Relief Ideal For Eyeglass & Sunglass Wearers Twist Up Eyecups Soft Carry Case Celestron No Fault* Limited Lifetime warranty *The NO FAULT provision of this warranty means that regardless of how the binocular may have been damaged or rendered unusable (fully or partially) by the Owner of the binocular, Celestron will repair or replace the binocular without any questions being asked Specifications:Type of Prism: BAK-4 Roof Prism Coating: Multi Coated Real Angular Field of View: 5 degrees Field of View: at 1000 Yards 262 Exit Pupil: 5.mm Eye Relief: 20mm Close Focus Distance (ft): 9 Rubber Coated (Armored): Rubber covering Waterproof / Fogproof: Yes - Nitrogen Filled Weight: 27 ounces

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

16 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Great all around binoculars, February 15, 2005

By 

R. Dunkel "Rob" (Lake Conroe, Texas) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Celestron Noble 10x50 Compact Waterproof Binoculars with carrying case (Electronics)

I bought these mainly on recommendation from my astronomy professor that I should buy 10x50's for astronomy and for general use like bird watching. I shopped around a lot and tried several other brands including Nikon and some department store brands. Overall I think that these binos had much crisper focus than the others I have tried. My first impression out of the box was that they felt solid and well built. The optic coatings look consistent and they are multi-coated and phase coated even though they aren't advertised on Amazon as phase coated. The size is just right and water proof is a major plus for me.

My first test was during the day, I checked the focus on near objects and found that I could focus on things as close as 10 feet away which is really great for bird watching. I did notice some chromatic aberrations around tree branches against a cloudy sky, but it wasn't too bad. The focus on everything was sharp as a tack! I am very impressed with how sharp they are.

Since I bought these for an astronomy course the true test was at night. I live in a fairly dark area but there are a few cities around. The first object I looked at was the Orion nebula, it was very clear and I could make out at least three stars in the center and could see quite a bit of the nebula. Next I looked at Pleiades, normally I can see only 6 faint stars but through the celestrons I could see hundreds and the 7 sister stars were bright and crisp.

Overall I am very happy with these binoculars. The only reason they got a 4 out of 5 was because the case and main lens covers are quite cheap and don't work well. The second reason is it would be nice if the binoculars had a tripod mount for astronomy. It's tough to hold even 10x50's steady and a tripod would be a great help.