Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular
- Price: $94.98
- Free Shipping (USA)
- In Stock
- B&H # CE20X80SM
- Mfr# 71018
Product Highlights
- Wide Angle
- Porro Prism
- 3.2° Angle of View
SkyMaster Binoculars are economically-priced large aperture offerings from Celestron, great both for astronomy or long range terrestrial observing. The tripod adapter on the 20x80 model provides support and increased rigidity-indeed, these were never designed to be used handheld. Take this beast where skies are dark and mount it to a tripod. Then be awed at their awesome ability to penetrate the inky depths of night, revealing subtle nuances of galaxies and nebulae with all the advantages of using two eyes instead of one.
- Multicoated lenses
- BaK-4 Porro prisms
- Rubber armoring with pebbled prism coverings
- Long eye relief combined with large apparent angular field of view
- Lifetime "No Fault" Warranty Coverage
- Celestron binoculars, excluding the digital VistaPix series, include their wonderful "No Fault" warranty coverage, which assures that your binoculars will be repaired or replaced at Celestron's option for as long as you own them-no questions asked! The only requirements on the user's end are to ship the binoculars (at the user's cost) to Celestron with a proof of purchase and a check or money order for $25 to cover the costs of inspection, shipping and handling. This warranty service is valid only for USA and Canadian citizens purchasing from an authorized Celestron dealer.
| Prism Type | Porro |
| Magnification | 20x |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 80 mm |
| Angle of View | 3.2° |
| Field-of-View | 168' @ 1000 yd / 55.78 m @ 1000 m |
| Minimum Focus Distance | 80.0' / 24.38 m |
| Exit Pupil Diameter | 4.0 mm |
| Eye Relief | 17 mm |
| Interpupillary Adjustment | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Dioptric Correction | Not Specified By Manufacturer |
| Focus Type | Center |
| Tripod Mount | Yes |
| Dimensions | 10.0 x 3.6 x 12.6" / 25.40 x 9.14 x 32.00 cm |
| Weight | 5.86 lb / 2.66 kg |
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 29 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
93%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Quality lenses (17)
- Strong construction (17)
- Works well with glasses (9)
- Lightweight (4)
- Waterproof (4)
Cons
- Heavy (9)
- Difficult to focus (3)
- Heavy / bulky (3)
Best Uses
- Wildlife viewing (12)
- Bird watching (10)
- Astronomy (9)
- Sporting events/concerts (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (20), Avid adventurer (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (22)
Most Liked Positive Review
Very Good Binoculars for the money.
A word of caution, these binoculars tend to be out ofcollimation when you receive them, so it is best to havethem checked in the store or collimate them yourself if youknow how. That said...Read complete review
A word of caution, these binoculars tend to be out ofcollimation when you receive them, so it is best to havethem checked in the store or collimate them yourself if youknow how. That said, they are of pretty good quality not topof the line, but for my needs quite suitable. If you arelooking for a good pair of binoculars for the value thesewould be them.
Expertise: Amateur
Problems Encountered: Collimation is out.
Previous Equivalent Item Owned: Celestron 15X70
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Good Initial Quality - Poor Durability
Very good initial performance when they were new, especially for the price. However, the collimation is not durable at all, and constantly needs adjusting. They don't come with a padded case, so ...Read complete review
Very good initial performance when they were new, especially for the price. However, the collimation is not durable at all, and constantly needs adjusting. They don't come with a padded case, so you will have to buy one.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 29 customers
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Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Resolution
- Great Zoom
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I use these for wildlife viewing. Great detail and clarity. A tripod is a must for steady viewing.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Excellent Magnification
Cons
- Need A Tripod
Best Uses
- Long Range Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
These 20X80 Skymaster Binos are great!!! For the $$$ they are an excellent deal!!! I mounted them on a 75" tripod so my arms would not get tired and jittery. The tripod made all the difference in the world!!! I definitely recommend them to anyone wanting to view long range views!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear
- Good Alignment
- Great Resolution
- Great Zoom
Cons
- Needs Solid Tripod
- Soft Case
Best Uses
- Astronomy
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I was looking for a new set of Astronomical binoculars and settled on these for the features, and price. I was not disappointed. Collamination was perfect. Last night I was observing Jupiter, and you can see the different colors and several of the tiny moons around it. I wish it did come with a hard case, but for the price, not a big deal. Does require a tripod.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Love the binoculars. The tripod is a must. They are heavy but what you can see through them it's amazing. I stumbled into Rigel while star gazing. 770 light years away. Beautiful green, blue and red lights from this beautiful star.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
Cons
- Bulky
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Sporting Events/Concerts
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
from a famous telescope makers great produced
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Difficult To Focus
Best Uses
- Astronomy
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I use these binoculars to help my grand daughter with her interest in starts and planets. Once set up on the tripod we were treated to an exciting clear view of the night sky. Most notable was the ability to see three of Jupiter's moons distinctly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Bulky
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Astronomy
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
So far I have only been able to use these in a VERY urban setting, but last night was clear enough to see quite a bit. The field of view just fits Orion's belt inside to give an idea of what to expect. These binoculars get heavy, so resting them against a window or mounting them to a tripod are necessary for extended viewing. I was able to see the Pleiades last night and was able to pick out a 8.05 magnitude star. I bought these to learn the sky a bit before investing in a telescope and am very satisfied with them so far.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Close Focus
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Sporting Events/Concerts
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I purchased these binoculars for some amatuer star gazing. They have been absolutely stellar. After mounting to my camera tripod they have been splendid tools for sighting.The binoculars are surprisingly light for thier size and have been equally as fun and useful for sighting during the daylight hours.The lense caps tend to fall off to easliy and the carry bag could be a little more robust with better clasps.With that said though I bought the Binoculars for sighting not carrying and I had always intended to mount them to a tripod.The supplied neck strap is decent anyway so even off the mount they transport pretty well despite thier size....and they are Huge ,quite a little conversation piece...I reccomend Moon viewing with these for sure ,absolutely stunning.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
Cons
- Carrying case
Best Uses
- Comets
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Where 7x50 binoculars leave off, the Celestron 20x80s bring faint objects to life.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Astronomy
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Amateur Astronomy
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Hunting
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I purchased a pair of these binoculars for use as a "spotting scope" to be used in shooting competitions. I took them to a major match last weekend, and they worked like a dream. Many other competitors took a look through them and were also very impressed with the brightness and clarity of the images (able to see .22 bullet holes easily at 100 meters). These are a superb value. You will need a good tripod to support them, they are heavy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Bulky
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Hunting
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
We just use this to look out our back across a bay that's about a mile across. It provides a very good view of most objects that far. I like to check out the fishermen in the main channel about 1/2 mile and see if the fish are biting. It focuses in very nicely, just a little hazy at the extreme distances. When we ordered, I didn't realize it was so big, so make sure you pay attention to that and it is heavy so long term viewing may get weary. The tripod mount helps in that department.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Good magnification, decent clarity for day-time use, hard to focus stars, probably best to focus at infinity during the day. Some chromatic fringing, but for [$]... not bad.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Strong Construction
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Good for viewing the moon, but not really powerful enough for the stars. It's probably good for viewing wildlife during the day, but I haven't done that.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Astronomy
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I live on the beach in Cape Canaveral and I watch the Cruise Ships, Rocket and Shuttle Launches as well as looking at the Stars on clear nights.
These binoculars are a great buy and you won't be disappointed.
They are big and heavy and at 20X you will need a tripod to REALLY enjoy the view. That's not a complaint it's a fact! So, if you are going to buy sometihing this big make sure you do yourself a favor and use a tripod.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Close Focus
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Difficult To Focus
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Star gazing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Zooming in on the moon
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I use the SkyMaster Binoculars for star gazing & to zoom in on the moon
They are heavy so I have to use a tripod or a monopod
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Only binoculars I could find for astronomy. Work great. [...] Bought as a gift, so I will not judge the use of the item. My son loves them
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Must use a tripod
Best Uses
- Astronomy
- Terrestrial
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Only had them 2 weeks and so far only one night of clear skys. Checked out the stars and it was great. Can't wait to see planets and Jupiter's moons.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
There were no collimation issues with this binocular. It worked fine right out of the box. The price is cheap for a 80mm. So far, I'm happy with it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
Cons
- Poor Construction
Best Uses
- Astronomy
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Very good initial performance when they were new, especially for the price. However, the collimation is not durable at all, and constantly needs adjusting. They don't come with a padded case, so you will have to buy one.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
REVIEW SNAPSHOT®
by PowerReviews(based on 29 reviews)
Ratings Distribution
93%
of respondents would recommend this to a friend.
Pros
- Quality lenses (17)
- Strong construction (17)
- Works well with glasses (9)
- Lightweight (4)
- Waterproof (4)
Cons
- Heavy (9)
- Difficult to focus (3)
- Heavy / bulky (3)
Best Uses
- Wildlife viewing (12)
- Bird watching (10)
- Astronomy (9)
- Sporting events/concerts (3)
- Reviewer Profile:
- Casual/ recreational (20), Avid adventurer (4)
- Was this a gift?:
- No (22)
Most Liked Positive Review
Very Good Binoculars for the money.
A word of caution, these binoculars tend to be out ofcollimation when you receive them, so it is best to havethem checked in the store or collimate them yourself if youknow how. That said...Read complete review
A word of caution, these binoculars tend to be out ofcollimation when you receive them, so it is best to havethem checked in the store or collimate them yourself if youknow how. That said, they are of pretty good quality not topof the line, but for my needs quite suitable. If you arelooking for a good pair of binoculars for the value thesewould be them.
Expertise: Amateur
Problems Encountered: Collimation is out.
Previous Equivalent Item Owned: Celestron 15X70
VS
Most Liked Negative Review
Good Initial Quality - Poor Durability
Very good initial performance when they were new, especially for the price. However, the collimation is not durable at all, and constantly needs adjusting. They don't come with a padded case, so ...Read complete review
Very good initial performance when they were new, especially for the price. However, the collimation is not durable at all, and constantly needs adjusting. They don't come with a padded case, so you will have to buy one.
REVIEWS
Reviewed by 29 customers
Sort by
Displaying reviews 1-20
Previous | Next »
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Good in Low Light
- Great Resolution
- Great Zoom
Cons
Best Uses
- Sports/Action
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I use these for wildlife viewing. Great detail and clarity. A tripod is a must for steady viewing.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Easy to Use
- Excellent Magnification
Cons
- Need A Tripod
Best Uses
- Long Range Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
These 20X80 Skymaster Binos are great!!! For the $$$ they are an excellent deal!!! I mounted them on a 75" tripod so my arms would not get tired and jittery. The tripod made all the difference in the world!!! I definitely recommend them to anyone wanting to view long range views!!!
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Clear
- Good Alignment
- Great Resolution
- Great Zoom
Cons
- Needs Solid Tripod
- Soft Case
Best Uses
- Astronomy
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I was looking for a new set of Astronomical binoculars and settled on these for the features, and price. I was not disappointed. Collamination was perfect. Last night I was observing Jupiter, and you can see the different colors and several of the tiny moons around it. I wish it did come with a hard case, but for the price, not a big deal. Does require a tripod.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Love the binoculars. The tripod is a must. They are heavy but what you can see through them it's amazing. I stumbled into Rigel while star gazing. 770 light years away. Beautiful green, blue and red lights from this beautiful star.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
Cons
- Bulky
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Sporting Events/Concerts
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
from a famous telescope makers great produced
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Difficult To Focus
Best Uses
- Astronomy
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I use these binoculars to help my grand daughter with her interest in starts and planets. Once set up on the tripod we were treated to an exciting clear view of the night sky. Most notable was the ability to see three of Jupiter's moons distinctly.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Bulky
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Astronomy
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
So far I have only been able to use these in a VERY urban setting, but last night was clear enough to see quite a bit. The field of view just fits Orion's belt inside to give an idea of what to expect. These binoculars get heavy, so resting them against a window or mounting them to a tripod are necessary for extended viewing. I was able to see the Pleiades last night and was able to pick out a 8.05 magnitude star. I bought these to learn the sky a bit before investing in a telescope and am very satisfied with them so far.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Close Focus
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Waterproof
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Sporting Events/Concerts
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I purchased these binoculars for some amatuer star gazing. They have been absolutely stellar. After mounting to my camera tripod they have been splendid tools for sighting.The binoculars are surprisingly light for thier size and have been equally as fun and useful for sighting during the daylight hours.The lense caps tend to fall off to easliy and the carry bag could be a little more robust with better clasps.With that said though I bought the Binoculars for sighting not carrying and I had always intended to mount them to a tripod.The supplied neck strap is decent anyway so even off the mount they transport pretty well despite thier size....and they are Huge ,quite a little conversation piece...I reccomend Moon viewing with these for sure ,absolutely stunning.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
Cons
- Carrying case
Best Uses
- Comets
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Where 7x50 binoculars leave off, the Celestron 20x80s bring faint objects to life.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Compact
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Waterproof
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Astronomy
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Amateur Astronomy
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Hunting
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I purchased a pair of these binoculars for use as a "spotting scope" to be used in shooting competitions. I took them to a major match last weekend, and they worked like a dream. Many other competitors took a look through them and were also very impressed with the brightness and clarity of the images (able to see .22 bullet holes easily at 100 meters). These are a superb value. You will need a good tripod to support them, they are heavy.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Bulky
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Hunting
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
We just use this to look out our back across a bay that's about a mile across. It provides a very good view of most objects that far. I like to check out the fishermen in the main channel about 1/2 mile and see if the fish are biting. It focuses in very nicely, just a little hazy at the extreme distances. When we ordered, I didn't realize it was so big, so make sure you pay attention to that and it is heavy so long term viewing may get weary. The tripod mount helps in that department.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Good magnification, decent clarity for day-time use, hard to focus stars, probably best to focus at infinity during the day. Some chromatic fringing, but for [$]... not bad.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Strong Construction
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
- Heavy
Best Uses
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Good for viewing the moon, but not really powerful enough for the stars. It's probably good for viewing wildlife during the day, but I haven't done that.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
- Works Well With Glasses
Cons
Best Uses
- Astronomy
- Bird Watching
- Wildlife Viewing
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I live on the beach in Cape Canaveral and I watch the Cruise Ships, Rocket and Shuttle Launches as well as looking at the Stars on clear nights.
These binoculars are a great buy and you won't be disappointed.
They are big and heavy and at 20X you will need a tripod to REALLY enjoy the view. That's not a complaint it's a fact! So, if you are going to buy sometihing this big make sure you do yourself a favor and use a tripod.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Close Focus
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Difficult To Focus
- Heavy
Best Uses
- Bird Watching
- Star gazing
- Wildlife Viewing
- Zooming in on the moon
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
I use the SkyMaster Binoculars for star gazing & to zoom in on the moon
They are heavy so I have to use a tripod or a monopod
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Only binoculars I could find for astronomy. Work great. [...] Bought as a gift, so I will not judge the use of the item. My son loves them
- Was this a gift?:
- Yes
Pros
- Strong Construction
Cons
- Must use a tripod
Best Uses
- Astronomy
- Terrestrial
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Only had them 2 weeks and so far only one night of clear skys. Checked out the stars and it was great. Can't wait to see planets and Jupiter's moons.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Lightweight
- Quality Lenses
- Strong Construction
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
There were no collimation issues with this binocular. It worked fine right out of the box. The price is cheap for a 80mm. So far, I'm happy with it.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
Pros
- Quality Lenses
Cons
- Poor Construction
Best Uses
- Astronomy
Comments about Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Binocular:
Very good initial performance when they were new, especially for the price. However, the collimation is not durable at all, and constantly needs adjusting. They don't come with a padded case, so you will have to buy one.
- Was this a gift?:
- No
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