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Celestron VistaPix 8×22 Digital Camera Binocular

Posted on February 6th, 2010 in Celestron | No Comments »


Celestron VistaPix 8x22 Digital Camera Binocular


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Brand: Celestron
Model: 72218

Product Description:
See all the sights, save them for later! VistaPix 8x22 mm 3.1MP Digital Binoculars, SAVE BIG! Up-close, crystal-clear views you can keep forever! Make the most of your vacation. Or record those once-in-a-lifetime events, as they happen, at your next sporting event. These VistaPix Binoculars pack a powerful 3.1MP digital camera for capturing it all. Internal memory stores images for later transfer to your computer. Get yours for BIG BUCKS OFF original retail! Powerful: 8X magnification fully coated binocular optics for amazing clarity; 22 mm objective lens; Roof prism; 3.1 megapixel Camera with removable 8X telephoto lens; 1.5" color LCD flip-up screen with 6X digital zoom; Take still images or record continuous video with sound; Internal FM radio and earphones included (great for keeping up on the game while you watch!); Save and view images on your PC... edit, print or email them (requires Windows), includes USB cable; 16 MB internal memory; SD card slot allows for additional storage space for images; Soft carry case for easy storage.; Camera requires 2 AAA batteries, not included.; Measures 5 1/2 x 4 1/2"l. Weighs 11 ozs.; Order Today! WARNING: This item cannot be shipped to Canada. Please check your State, County and City laws for restrictions before ordering this product. VistaPix 8x22 mm 3.1MP Digital Binoculars

Features:
  • Listen to built-in FM radio with supplied earphones
  • 8x magnification roof prism digital camera binocular
  • Images twice as bright as 22mm binoculars
  • Removable 8x telephoto lens allows you to take up-close images or high magnification images (with 8x lens attached)
  • 1.5" flip up LCD screen for previewing images
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List Price: USD 300.00
Lowest Used Price: USD 69.99
Lowest New Price: USD 204.61
Customer Reviews

Celestron Tripod/Wedge for NexStar 4GT/5i

Posted on January 22nd, 2010 in Celestron | No Comments »


Celestron Tripod/Wedge for NexStar 4GT/5i


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Brand: Celestron

Product Description:

A stable tripod is a must for serious astronomical observing and photography. This steel field tripod folds down to a compact 8"x28".

It is equipped with a built-on 20 - 90° wedge tilt plate for quick equatorial use and astrophotography. It has a metal center brace and accessory tray for added stability. Weight 10 lbs. Height extendable from 28" to 48".



Features:
  • Stable, steel field tripod for serious astronomical observing and photography
  • Height extends to 48 inches, folds down to compact 8 by 28 inches
  • Built-in 20 to 90 degree wedge tilt plate for quick equatorial use
  • Includes metal center brace and accessory tray
  • Weighs 10 pounds
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List Price: USD 179.99
Lowest New Price: USD 99.95
Customer Reviews


Heavy enough, but light enough, but wedge is useless
Nice grab and go tripod. Has the weight to dampen vibrations but still light enough and small enough to take with you easily enough. However, the wedge is near useless if you are using a tracking scope. There's no fine adjustment other than moving the entire tripod left/right and up/down is very hard to adjust in small increments. If you're looking for a nice tripod for grab and go, works great. If you're looking for a wedge... keep looking.

Celestron Accessory Kit

Posted on December 20th, 2009 in Celestron | No Comments »


Celestron Accessory Kit


You just can't beat the price! Wait they just did! I paid a little over 120 and they just dropped it 5. Great case. Eyepieces all work great and you get the filters also. Has extra room for your other eyepieces. I highly recommend this for all beginners like me,

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Brand: Celestron
Model: 94303

Product Description:
CELESTRON 94303 -- This well considered Telescope Accessory Kit includes 5 Plossl Eyepieces, a 2x Barlow Lens, 7 Color Planet Filters and an Aluminum Padded Case. Get all these premium optics together at a most affordable price!
Amazon.com Product Description:
A good set of eyepieces will improve the performance of any telescope, and that's particularly true of entry-level telescopes that often come equipped with economy-grade eyepieces. The Celestron Eyepiece and Filter Kit includes five good-quality multicoated plossl eyepieces and a 2x Barlow lens. The set also includes seven colored glass filters for lunar and planetary viewing, and a nicely padded 10.5-by-12.5-inch case with spare room for three more eyepieces.

This set makes a great addition to telescopes like Celestron's Firstscope 114EQ or Firstscope 80EQ. A telescope's magnifying power is equal to the focal length of the telescope divided by the eyepiece focal length, which is usually printed right on the eyepiece. Since the Firstscope 114EQ has a focal length of 900mm, the 32mm plossl eyepiece gives a magnification of 28x and almost 2 degress true field of view. This wide field of view is ideal for viewing star clusters like the Pleiades or checking out the Andromeda Galaxy. On a dark, moonless night, when I use the 9mm plossl (100x magnification) to view globular clusters like M13 and M5, the Firstscope 114EQ shows me many individual stars. And when the night air is still and clear I use the 6mm eyepiece (150x magnification) to pick out planetary details like the Cassini Division in Saturn's rings, or even Jupiter's great red spot.

The Celestron eyepiece kit also includes six colored filters and a neutral-colored Moon filter. The Orange and Red filters are handy for bringing out surface detail on Mars, and the Light Blue and Light Green filters can help a small telescope pick out Jupiter's famous red spot. The Moon filter works like a pair of sunglasses to reduce the blinding glare of the Moon. The Yellow and Green filters are sometimes helpful on the moon as well because they overcome the blue glow of "chromatic aberration," the false color that often troubles low-cost refractors.

Overall, the Celestron Eyepiece kit is simply a great value. These eyepieces deliver crisp views in any telescope that accepts 1.25-inch eyepieces, from a Firstscope 60 AZ to a Nexstar 8GPS. --Jeff Phillips

Pros:

  • Good anti-reflection multicoatings
  • Crisp, high-contrast views
Con:
  • Minimal eye relief on 4mm and 6mm plossls


Features:
  • Five superior grade Plossl eyepieces, all fully multi-coated for maximum contrast and resolution
  • 2x, 1.25-inch Barlow lens gives you a total of ten power combinations
  • Six colored eyepiece (planetary) filters
  • 1.25-inch Moon filter provides maximum enjoyment of the moon especially during the brighter phases
  • Items in this kit are valued at over 0.00 if purchased separately
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 224.95
Lowest New Price: USD 112.50
Customer Reviews


Great Deal!
Really cool kit to enhace the real power of any mid-range telescope. Good quality lenses. Superb filters!...What else must I write?...Uhmmm...what are u waiting for?!!! you won't regret this purchase.


So much for the price.
Since I am a beginner I occasionally use this. But, I keep thinking of purchasing eyepieces of higher grades in the future. Optical qualites are fairly limited. The extreme small ones are too dark to use. It might be better to purchase 15mm and Barlow(sp?) lens seperately.

Celestron Heavy-Duty Altazimuth Tripod

Posted on December 6th, 2009 in Celestron | No Comments »


Celestron Heavy-Duty Altazimuth Tripod


I love this tripod. I ordered it for use as a digiscope tripod because of the control I'd have with the fine-adjustments that are difficult to make free-hand or even with a fluid panhead mount. This tripod solved that problem. Excellent adjustments. I also love the sliding mount since my spotting scope is a lot of weight hanging out a long distance from the camera mount. It is also not a light piece of equipment, but most of that is because it is very well built and sturdy as a rock. When your trying to get a picture of a tiny critter from half a mile away, you don't need some flimsy tripod jiggling and vibrating at the slightest hint of a breeze or hand touch. Considering there are other tripods at twice or triple the price that do the same thing, this is a top notch purchase. Worth every penny. I've already recommended it to a few friends who have telescopes and digiscope setups..

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Brand: Celestron
Model: 93607

Product Description:
Celestron wants to be known as a company that puts quality first in all aspects of its business. It is a complete company, working to make the best possible products backed up by the best possible product support. Because of this commitment to quality, Celestron organized its efforts to manufacture products from the inside out - starting with the most important internal components to the external touches that set the look of products apart. Celestron's overall mission is to provide the highest quality products at a competitive price. PRODUCT FEATURES: Extendable aluminum tripod legs with heavy duty mount head; Sliding ?"-20 mounting screw; Flexible slow motion cables for both altitude and azimuth; Max extended height - 45 inches; Folded height - 32 inches. This product is designed for the following systems: SkyMaster 20x80 and 25x100 binoculars; Ultima 80 and 100 Spotting scopes; C90 and C130 Mak Spotting scopes; C5 Spotting scope. For a complete compatibility list please refer to the original manufacturer's web site.

Features:
  • Extendable aluminum tripod legs with heavy-duty mount head
  • Sliding 1/4-inch-20 mounting screw
  • Flexible slow-motion cables for both altitude and azimuth
  • 45-inch maximum extended height
  • 32-inch folded height
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List Price: USD 139.95
Lowest New Price: USD 71.95
Customer Reviews


How to use this
There are two flex rod knobs that are attached to D shaped turning points as seen in the pic. Screw them down tight and there is plenty of movement in two planes ... easily following stars at higher mag.


Telescope Tripod
The tripod worked very well with the telescope I had purchased. The problem was that most tripods are rather flimsy. I needed a heavy duty tripod for the Celestron scope because it is very heavy. It worked well.


Almost perfect
Sturdy and stable, though a few plastic parts I don't care too much about. Should be a bit taller and needs a lock on the Altitude movement. Otherwise, this is nice product. I've always found Celestron's consumer products to be of much better construction than Meade.

Celestron Auxilliary Port Acessory Kit

Posted on December 2nd, 2009 in Celestron | No Comments »


Celestron Auxilliary Port Acessory Kit


Brand: Celestron

Product Description:
The Auxiliary Port Accessory was designed to expand your Advanced GT's ability to interface with multiple devices including personal computers and the Celestron CN-16 GPS. The Auxiliary Port Accessory has a PC port which allows the user to update motor control firmware downloaded from the internet. It has two auxiliary ports, one for the NexStar Hand Control and one for the CN-16 GPS Accessory. The Auxiliary Port Accessory can also be used on the NexStar "i" series telescopes for upgrading motor control firmware. The Auxiliary Port Accessory comes standard in the CN-16 GPS Accessory Kit for the Advanced GT Series (#93966). The Programming Cable is NOT included in the CN-16 GPS Accessory Kit for the Advanced GT Series

Features:
  • Celestron Auxiliary Port Accessory Kit - 93965
  • CSN
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List Price: USD 107.95
Lowest New Price: USD 69.90

Celestron SkyMaster Giant 15×70 Binoculars with Tripod Adapter

Posted on November 7th, 2009 in Celestron | No Comments »


These binoculars are wonderful. I have not experienced any quality/collimation problems with mine (Bought January 2010). Was tracking high altitude fighter jets practicing dogfighting over the city last night. These are excellent for looking at the moon, The Pleiades, and other distant objects. They are much more practical than my telescope for away from home use. They get used a lot because they are cheap, mobile, and work well. If they break or get lost I'll just buy a new pair, which I can't say about the telescope.

Thought I could use these with just a pair of steady hands. The other reviewers are right in that I did need to order a tripod. You can steady your arms against something, like a tree, and get a stable view for a few minutes. If you are going to be out looking for more than 5-10 minutes you will most definitely want a tripod. It's not just the stability either. Your forearms may go numb after about 10-15 minutes, especially if you are wearing a heavy winter coat. If you don't already have one save yourself some time, and maybe some shipping costs, and just order the tripod at the same time.

Celestron SkyMaster Giant 15x70 Binoculars with Tripod Adapter



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Brand: Celestron
Model: 71009

Product Description:
Celestron and ;s SkyMaster Series of large aperture binoculars are a phenomenal value for high performance binoculars ideal for astronomical viewing or for terrestrial (land) use - especially over long distances. Each SkyMaster model features high quality BAK-4 prisms and multi-coated optics for enhanced contrast. Celestron has designed and engineered the larger SkyMaster models to meet the special demands of extended astronomical or terrestrial viewing sessions. The 15x70 version is one of the most popular models in the series. It offers serious large aperture light gathering in an affordable and reasonably lightweight configuration.
Amazon.com Review:
Binoculars come in a wide range of shapes and sizes these days, and an even wider range of prices. It's easy to spend less than 0 or more than 0 for what may appear to be, at least outwardly, comparable models. While they may look the same, they are probably quite different on the inside.

Recently, the binocular market has seen a flood of giant binoculars at prices that were unheard of just a few years ago. In general, giant binoculars are defined as those that magnify the view 10 times or more and have 70-mm or larger front (objective) lenses. It used to be that the least expensive giant binoculars cost in excess of 0, even 0. All that changed not long ago, when the bottom fell out of the price cellar. Now, several companies import giant binoculars that sell for half that, or less.

Celestron's 15x70 SkyMaster binoculars are one of the leaders in the low-price giant binocular arena. They certainly sound good on paper. The SkyMasters include multicoated optics and BaK-4 internal prisms, two features that promise brighter, better images, and key points to look for when judging a pair of binoculars. They also come with an adapter for attaching them to a photo tripod, which is a must to use them to their fullest, and a soft carrying case. But just because they are cheap doesn't always mean they are worth the price. Would it be better to save up for a more expensive pair?

To find the answer, I had an opportunity recently to judge the SkyMasters against a pair of Fujinon 16x70 FMT-SX binoculars , one of the finest pairs of giant binoculars sold today. Like the SkyMasters, the Fujinons feature BaK-4 prisms, but also have fully multicoated optics. As a general rule, superior coatings mean superior image sharpness and contrast. But then, that should be expected, given that the Fujinons cost many times more than the Celestrons.

While the Fujinons were clearly the better performer, the Celestron SkyMasters held up admirably. Image brightness, quality, and contrast were all remarkable considering their bargain price. Although images were a little soft across the outer 25% of the Celestron's field, the overall view was impressive nonetheless.

Some inexpensive binoculars have very sloppy focusing, causing the eyepieces to tilt and shift. Not so with the SkyMasters. I found that their center-focusing mechanism worked smoothly, with no apparently backlash or wobble. Eye relief (the distance you hold your eyes away from the eyepieces to see the full field) is stated to be 18 mm, a good distance for higher power binoculars and an important consideration if you must wear glasses when viewing. The SkyMasters are also light enough to support by hand for short periods of time, although buyers would be well advised to mount them on a sturdy photo tripod.

The bottom line is, if you are considering a pair of giant binoculars, whether for bird watching, stargazing, or another recreational use, and have a limited budget, Celestron's giant 15x70 SkyMasters represent an excellent value. --Phil Harrington, author of Star Ware and Star Watch

Pros:

  • Exceptional value for the price
  • Light enough to support by hand
  • BaK-4 prisms
  • Multicoated optics
Cons:
  • Outer 25% of the field is soft and a little blurry
  • Requires a tripod to use for extended periods


Features:
  • Multi-coated optics
  • Large aperture perfect for low light conditions and stargazing
  • Tripod adapter
  • Long eye relief ideal for eyeglass wearers
  • Diopter adjustment for fine focusing
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List Price: USD 99.99
Lowest Used Price: USD 51.99
Lowest New Price: USD 57.99
Customer Reviews


I can see you from here!
These binoculars are great big wonderful things. I don't mind lugging them with me up the mountains to get the great views. I also don't really need to climb up the mountains anymore, since I can see the top from way down here. The moon looks fantastic, awooooo. I have found that they can be steadied without a tripod by gripping them at the farthest end of the lens tubes, or by sitting down and resting my hands on my knees. Works good with glasses and without. Totally changed my perspective of the visible world around me. Thanks Chinese!


Well worth every nickel spent on this fine item
I can't say enough positive tings about this fine set of binoculars which came well collimated. Its one instant where there should be no unpleasant surprises. Quality per dollar spent excels in every way.


WOW
I could never expect to see what I did the first clear night I took these out. Having little to no experience viewing the night sky the result is inspiring. My first object was the Pleiades cluster. After some other views of stars and the moon (which is amazing) I turned to find the Orion Nebula. A faint glow of pale green can be seen emitting from the center but make sure to try and stay steady. Being that the magnification is so high steadiness becomes a problem. Its ok for clusters, stars, etc. but if you want to focus on any faint objects or even catch a good look at the moon and planets a tripod is essential. Trying to view Jupiter using only my hands produced a small dot of light shaking around violently in my view. As soon as I put them on a tripod not only could I see a steady ball of light (no bands or anything like that) but to my surprise I was able to make out at least 3 of the moons. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend this to anyone looking for a good way to enter the hobby.


My first binocular
Wow, the clarity is very impressive. I live in the sunny side of US, so I can see things clear and bright. The product itself is bit heavy so can't hold still or for long time. Bought a Dolica ST-500 68-Inch Lightweight Tripod tripod stand but still you got to be uttermost careful in not shaking it for obvious magnification reasons, otherwise objects are shaky. I absolutely love it. Yet to explore the star gazing side of it.

Celestron VistaPix 8×32 3.1 Megapixel Binocular/Digital Camera w/LCD (Champagne Gold)

Posted on October 19th, 2009 in Celestron | No Comments »


Celestron VistaPix 8x32 3.1 Megapixel Binocular/Digital Camera w/LCD (Champagne Gold)


Celestron VistaPix 8x32 3.1 Megapixel Binocular/Digital Camera w/LCD (Champagne Gold)A very good field combination. Camera has good close-up and motion for wildlife and character studies. Fairly light weight. Carry extra batteries for more than one day outings. Also, get a 1 or 2GB SD chip as the onboard memory is small by camera standards.

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Brand: Celestron
Model: 72214

Product Description:
Celestron's VistaPix binocular/digital camera gives you the best of both worlds! VistaPix is a high-quality powerful binocular for clear, sharp, bright views of the outdoors and a versatile digital camera - all in one!VistaPix is all you need to view the world around you and save those memorable moments to share with others. VistaPix images can be stored using its internal mass storage until you're ready to download them to your PC. Once downloaded, the fun begins. You can crop, re-size, manipulate color and much more. You can even record and play back videos! VistaPix gives you the tools to add that creative touch.
Amazon.com Product Description:
The Celestron 72214 VistaPix 8 x 32 3.1 megapixel binocular / digital camera with LCD (Champagne Gold) gives you the best of both worlds. This latest in the line of high-quality Celestron's products combines a powerful binocular for clear, sharp, bright views of the outdoors with a versatile digital camera ready to capture all of your distant sightings.

With a comfortable, rubber-coated textured body, the Celestron 72214 is a rugged, durable, and functional set of binoculars. The multi-coated lenses and high-quality roof prisms deliver images twice as bright as 22-millimeter binoculars. The binoculars feature an 8x magnification and an objective lens diameter of 32 millimeters, giving it a four-millimeter exit pupil.

(The exit pupil size--the diameter of the objective lens divided by the magnification--determines the amount of light available to your eye. The larger the exit pupil, the brighter the image obtained will be. A three-millimeter exit pupil is generally sufficient for daytime use, five-millimeters is suitable for daytime and twilight, and seven-millimeters is generally necessary for maximum nighttime or astronomy use.)

The Celestron 72214 also sports a digital camera that delivers high-quality images as well as continuous video footage. So when you come across a herd of elk on the distant horizon, with a simple click you can bring them up close and personal for your friends and family back home.

With 16 MB of flash memory, the Celestron 72214 can hold up to 25 high-resolution, or 100 low-resolution, images. (The camera includes an SD slot for additional storage.) Once you download your images to a PC, Celestron's VistaPix Photo Express SE software will allow you to manipulate your images to your heart's content. Turn your favorites shots from your vacation into postcards that will make your colleagues back at work green with envy. Celestron VistaPix gives you all the tools you'll need to add that creative or personal touch to your still images or video footage.

About Celestron VistaPix
VistaPix is Celestron's newest line of binoculars with digital imaging capabilities. The VistaPix binocular / digital camera gives you a high-quality and powerful binocular, and a versatile digital camera -- all in a single integrated design. VistaPix images can be stored using its internal mass storage, or on a separate SD card (not included) until you're ready to download them to your PC. Once downloaded, you can use the VistaPix Photo Express SE software to crop or re-size your images, create 360-degree panoramas, manipulate color and even play back videos. With VistaPix Photo Express, there is no need to install new drivers for most versions of Windows. All VistaPix models come with a two-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Celestron 72214 Binocular/Digital Camera and VistaPix Photo Express SE software


Features:
  • Integrated binocular/camera design
  • Flip-up LCD screen for easy viewing
  • Features continuous video capability
  • Plug and Play compatible with mass storage and no need for drivers
  • Tripod adaptable
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 271.95
Lowest New Price: USD 179.00
Customer Reviews


Impressive Binoculars for the price
A friend and I used them on a few events and these things are awesome. Not the best camera, but remember these are Binoculars first, camera second.


too little for me
-2 stars for size
i couldn't get my eyes placed on the rubbers right so stablization for me was not possible..
probably ok for a small female or on a tripod but a tripod defeats the purpose

+5 stars for a beautiful piece of workmanship, nonetheless

Celestron VistaPix 8×32 2.0 Megapixel Binocular / Digital Camera (Champagne Gold)

Posted on September 24th, 2009 in Celestron | No Comments »


Celestron VistaPix 8x32 2.0 Megapixel Binocular / Digital Camera (Champagne Gold)


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Brand: Celestron
Model: 72216

Product Description:
Celestron's VistaPix binocular/digital camera gives you the best of both worlds! VistaPix is a high-quality powerful binocular for clear, sharp, bright views of the outdoors and a versatile digital camera - all in one!VistaPix is all you need to view the world around you and save those memorable moments to share with others. VistaPix images can be stored using its internal mass storage until you're ready to download them to your PC. Once downloaded, the fun begins. You can crop, re-size, manipulate color and much more. You can even record and play back videos! VistaPix gives you the tools to add that creative touch.
Amazon.com Product Description:
The Celestron 72216 VistaPix 8 x 32 2.0 megapixel binocular/digital camera gives you the best of both worlds. This latest in the line of high-quality Celestron's products combines a powerful binocular for clear, sharp, bright views of the outdoors with a versatile digital camera ready to capture all of your distant sightings.

With a comfortable, rubber-coated textured body, the Celestron 72216 is a rugged, durable, and functional set of binoculars. The multi-coated lenses and high-quality roof prisms deliver images twice as bright as 22-millimeter binoculars. The binoculars feature an 8x magnification and an objective lens diameter of 32 millimeters, giving it a four-millimeter exit pupil.

(The exit pupil size--the diameter of the objective lens divided by the magnification--determines the amount of light available to your eye. The larger the exit pupil, the brighter the image obtained will be. A three-millimeter exit pupil is generally sufficient for daytime use, five-millimeters is suitable for daytime and twilight, and seven-millimeters is generally necessary for maximum nighttime or astronomy use.)

The Celestron 72216 also sports a digital camera that delivers high-quality images as well as continuous video footage. So when you come across a herd of elk on the distant horizon, with a simple click you can bring them up close and personal for your friends and family back home.

With 8 MB SDRAM of built-in storage, the Celestron 72216 can hold up to 8 high-resolution, or 20 low-resolution, images. (The camera includes an SD slot for additional storage.) Once you download your images to a PC, Celestron's VistaPix Photo Express SE software will allow you to manipulate your images to your heart's content. Turn your favorites shots from your vacation into postcards that will make your colleagues back at work green with envy. Celestron VistaPix gives you all the tools you'll need to add that creative or personal touch to your still images or video footage.

About Celestron VistaPix
VistaPix is Celestron's newest line of binoculars with digital imaging capabilities. The VistaPix binocular/digital camera gives you a high-quality and powerful binocular, and a versatile digital camera--all in a single integrated design. VistaPix images can be stored using its internal mass storage, or on a separate SD card (not included) until you're ready to download them to your PC. Once downloaded, you can use the VistaPix Photo Express SE software to crop or re-size your images, create 360 degree panoramas, manipulate color and even play back videos. With VistaPix Photo Express, there is no need to install new drivers for most versions of Windows. All VistaPix models come with a two-year warranty.

What's in the Box
Celestron 72216 Binocular/Digital Camera and VistaPix Photo Express SE software


Features:
  • Integrated binocular/camera design
  • Images appear twice as bright as regular 22 millimeter binoculars
  • Features continuous video capability
  • Plug and Play compatible with mass storage and no need for drivers
  • Tripod adaptable
Special Features:
  • compact
  • fogproof
  • uv-protection
  • waterproof
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 167.95
Lowest New Price: USD 85.00
Customer Reviews


Product definition is not high, the quality of some of the problems, and sometimes can not shoot photos.
Product definition is not high, the quality of some of the problems, and sometimes can not shoot photos.


worth what I paid!
I found these to be well worth the .00 that I paid for them from Beach camera,but I would have been very disapointed if I had paid .95 like some of the other sites are asking!


Good for long distance sports
I found this Item to be good for Horse races , Baseball games , and things that are a good distance from you but the action will all happen in frame. There is a delay in pushing the button and taking the picture that you have to get used to. timing it , but you can really get some good shots once you get a custome to it. To hope for the best timing on short actions , like a pitch the multi frame function works best. If you are within 100 ft. of were the action is use a digital camera.

Celestron Star Pointer Finderscope.

Posted on August 15th, 2009 in Celestron | No Comments »


This is a must have if you own a telescope. It uses a little red laser like led dot to alighn your scope to whatever object in the sky you need to find or focus on

Celestron Star Pointer Finderscope.

Product Description:
A 1x, or unit power finderscope designed so you can point the telescope while scanning the sky with both eyes. Finding objects couldn't be easier! A mirror lens projects the image of a LED illuminated pinpoint into the line of sight, providing you with a red dot of light to center on the object you want to view. Something like having a laser pointer that reaches into the sky, it greatly simplifies finding objects. The brightness level is adjustable, and the Star Pointer can be used during daytime observing as well. It's also a handy guide when using binoculars. Attaches to any telescope easily.

Features:
  • Celestron Finderscope, Star Pointer - 51630
  • CSN
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 40.95
Lowest New Price: USD 23.95

Celestron 94305 Two-inch Eyepiece and Filter Kit

Posted on August 13th, 2009 in Celestron | No Comments »


Celestron 94305 Two-inch Eyepiece and Filter Kit


I got an Orion SkyQuest 8" Dobsonian telescope for Christmas 2007 from my in-laws (thank you so much!!!) I have always wanted to get into amateur astronomy but never took the plunge. So now I have a nice telescope, and it came with a 25mm and a 10mm 1.25" eyepiece. I wanted to add some more EPs so after some searching I came across this 2" set from Celestron. I had wanted to try a 2" EP so I bought this set. After a week of use, here are my findings:

First impressions: These things are HUGE. I mean holding one of these EPs is like holding a can of soda. They are not only big, but heavy. I wondered if I would have a balancing problem on the scope (I didn't, even with barlow & EP combination). The case is OK, the EPs look great and come with top & bottom covers. The barlow has a bottom lens cover and a 2" - 1.25" adapter with a plug to keep out dust. The filters come in a case too. I was very pleased with the kit so far. The only disappointing thing was that two of the EPs had their rubber light shields (eye cups, or whatever you call those things) crushed by the cap. They were all wrinkley and looked pretty awful. The third EP didn't have this defect, but it was shorter (the 26mm EP) so maybe the case crushed the cap down on the light shields... the EPs as I said are big, and the case top has to be pushed down to close. I have tried to call Celestron to see if I can get replacement light shields, but so far they have not responded to my email or answered the phone when I call. It doesn't affect the performance of the EPs but it looks bad.

Performance: The view through these EPs is fantastic. Way more visibility than the 1.25" EPs. I can watch Saturn for a long time before I have to reposition the scope; in the 1.25" EPs it was gone in a matter of seconds. Orion nebula never looked bigger or better. With the 2" - 1.25" adapter, I can use the 2" barlow with my 1.25" EPs. Images in the 2" EPs were sharp and bright.

Recommendation: If you want expansive, wide views, and your scope can take a 2" EP, this kit is a very economical choice that provides great results.

Average Rating:
Brand: Celestron
Model: 94305

Product Description:
Increase your enjoyment of the universe with this complete accessory kit designed for 2" eyepiece systems. Everything you need in one convenient carry case
Amazon.com Product Description:
If you've got a telescope or spotting scope equipped with a two-inch focuser, you will want to consider adding the Celestron 94305 Two-inch Eyepiece and Filter Kit. Featuring several of Celestron's high-quality accessories, this kit can be used with virtually any telescope or spotting scopes, regardless of the manufacturer, with a two-inch focuser.

Included in the kit are:

  • Three E-Lux two-inch eyepieces, featuring a three-element, fully multicoated optical design with a 56-degree apparent field of view (the 40mm has a 50-degree field of view), in 26mm, 32mm, and 40mm focal lengths.
  • One two-inch Barlow 2x lens. This fully multicoated lens doubles the magnifying power of your eyepiece by doubling its effective focal length and gives you a total of six power combinations.
  • Five colored eyepiece (lunar and planetary) filters, including one each of the following: Kodak Wratten numbers 12 (deep yellow), 21 (orange), 25 (red), 58 (green), and 80A (blue). These two-inch filters are designed to greatly enhance your enjoyment of the solar system.
  • One two-inch, 90-degree, multicoated mirror diagonal that allows you to take advantage of the wider field of view provided by two-inch eyepieces. It fits all rear cells of Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes and includes an adapter to use with refractor telescopes.
The accessories are housed in a sturdy aluminum carrying case with a die-cut interior for convenient storage and protection. Each accessory is protected by Celestron's one-year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
Three E-Lux eyepieces, E-Lux Barlow lens, five lunar/planetary filters, 90-degree star diagonal, refractor adapter, and aluminum carrying case.


Features:
  • Three E-Lux 2" Eyepieces - 3-element fully multicoated optical design with a 56°apparent field of view (40mm has 50° ) Comes with 26mm, 32mm and 40mm focal lengths.
  • 2" Barlow Lens - 2x A Barlow lens doubles the magnifying power of your eyepiece by doubling its effective focal length. The E-Lux 2x Barlow is fully multicoated and gives you a total of six power combinations.
  • Five Colored Eyepiece (Lunar & Planetary) Filters - 2", Included are Kodak Wratten #12 (deep yellow), #21 (orange), #25 (red), #58 (green), and #80A (blue). These filters will greatly enhance your enjoyment of our solar system.
  • 2" Mirror Diagonal - This high quality 90-degree multicoated mirror diagonal allows you to take advantage of the wider field of view provided by 2" eyepieces. It fits all rear cells of Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes and includes an adapter to use with refractor telescopes.
  • The Aluminum Carrying Case is sturdy and well-built and holds all of the included items in the die-cut foam interior.
Available at Amazon
List Price: USD 416.95
Lowest New Price: USD 199.00
Customer Reviews


Opened up a whole new world...
These opened up a whole new world. I bought both the 1.25 and this 2 inch kit and find myself using this kit almost all of the time. The eyepieces are well made and the case is a tank! There could have been more room left in it for other small accessories but then it would be bigger.

I very much value this kit. Good filters, very good eyepieces and a solid case. Ohh the things I've seen with this. It's almost like a bought a new telescope! My CPC8 got a new life.


Get this kit and see the difference with 2" eyepieces
We got both the two inch kit and the 1-1/4 inch kit just over a year ago and have used the lenses from both sets a couple of times. We have a 9.25" Celestron SCT and I love the wide field of view that you get with the two inch lenses that come with the kit. Even though the 1-1/4 inch kit comes with higher power lenses, I will probably buy some more Celestron higher power lenses with 2" diameters - for our casual use (a couple of times a year), the quality vs. price for these lenses is excellent.