Celestron Outland 8X42 Waterproof Binoculars with Rubber Coating & Comfort Grip

by Celestron

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 8 x 8 x 6 inches ; 1.5 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• 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: B00008Y0UV
• Item model number: 71167
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #12,547 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 Outland Waterproof Series from Celestron is a spectacular value in roof prism binoculars. Sleek, modern styling with rubber covering for a secure and comfortable grip. High performance optics feature BAK-4 prisms and multi-coatings to ensure high contrast and resolution. Great for hunters but well suited to any sport or nature activity. All models are waterproof for use in all weather conditions.

Product Description

-- Multi-coated Optics -- -- Waterproof and Fog Proof -- -- Long eye relief for eyeglass and sunglass wearers -- -- Protective rubber covered body -- -- High index BAK-4 prisms -- -- Soft carrying case -- -- Twist up eyecups -- Exceptional binoculars made to withstand all types of weather. Features Roof type BAK-4 prisms, multicoated optics, eye relief of 22mm, near focus of 20 feet and field of view of 304 feet at 1,000 yards.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing Binoculars!, August 19, 2005

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Erik Wengart (Newtown, CT) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Celestron Outland 8X42 Waterproof Binoculars with Rubber Coating & Comfort Grip (Electronics)

I have so many good things to say about these binoculars. First of all, they come with a lifetime no fault warranty. This means if you break them, or if they break themselves, ever, you can get them replaced for free! Even if it your fault! This is amazing!

Second, the optical quality of these Bak 4 roof prism binoculars is unparalleled for anything less than double the price. The ergonomics are nearly perfect- not too heavy, excellent balance, and the eye pieces have extenders that block glare and reduce eye fatigue. These are as good as the Nikon Monarchs for 1/4th the price. The have fully coated optics for better low light resolution, and they have a long eye relief which make them less fatiguing to use.

Overall, these may very well be the best binoculars on the planet for less than $100, and I can say this because I have been researching binoculars for the last 6 months, and I have a BS in Mechanical Engineering so I know what goes into making a good binocular. Sure the $1500 Swarovski's are better, but not by much!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars It's the optics, August 19, 2009

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Hilal - See all my reviews

This review is from: Celestron Outland 8X42 Waterproof Binoculars with Rubber Coating & Comfort Grip (Electronics)

I won't go into too much details. I have two of these, which I purchased after my son started getting interested in birds. The optics are simply bad. The alignment of the lenses is bad. Looking through the lenses I can clearly see that the components in the two units are in different positions. The lenses themselves are bad and impurities are easily visible. And the mechanisms are bad; when trying to focus on an object, most of the image remains out of focus. I even had one of the two units replaced by Amazon shortly after I received it and the replacement wasn't any better. Six months later I decided we had to replace them. They now sit in a drawer most of the time. I would be too embarrassed to even give them away to someone, knowing how bad they are.

5.0 out of 5 stars best binocs for the price, October 25, 2010

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JJ (United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Celestron Outland 8X42 Waterproof Binoculars with Rubber Coating & Comfort Grip (Electronics)

Very pleased with these binoculars. The first two pair were damaged due to poor packaging from the seller and I eventually got new ones through Celeston direct. Celestrons customer service was very good. Happy with product and service.