Celestron 71007 SkyMaster 12x60mm Porro Prism Binoculars with Multi-Coated Lens, BaK-4 Prism Glass and Carry Case, Black

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Remove the cover on the central pivot to expose the tripod adapter mount. (Image credit: Tantse Walter) Binoculars with this specification will give the best views for the Moon, open and larger star clusters and the biggest Nebulae (like the Andromeda Galaxy and the Orion Nebula). They had only focused on entry-level binoculars until recently, but by using their extensive knowledge in telescopes, they have broken into a higher quality market. These binoculars are tough, small, and easy to carry. They come in bright yellow or green colors, making them hard to misplace! These binoculars are specifically made for very young children and are built with strong polycarbonate housing. They have a roof prism design and use BK7 glass, and also come with a small case and a simple wrist strap, which is important because they are quite small in size.

The major perk of binoculars is that you do not need to necessarily invest in a mount, tripod, or interchangeable eyepieces. This means that by using prisms, the binoculars can provide you with greater magnification without increasing the size of the binoculars and keeping the weight down.Higher-end binoculars, regardless of whether they are Porro or Roof prism designs will almost always come with BAK-4 prisms, although keep a look out for the glass brand, such as Schott or Zeiss, for the absolute best BAK-4 Barium Crown glass prisms. More modestly priced binoculars may come with either one. If you decide on a pair of BK-7's, look for models that have a larger exit pupil if you plan to view in a variety of lighting conditions.

The SkyMaster series of binoculars have multi-coated optics and high index BaK-4 prisms for superb light transmission and increased contrast and resolution. Coupled with large objective lenses, BaK-4 prisms offer amazing light gathering capabilities making them ideal for stargazing and other low-light applications. With higher magnifications than standard binoculars, SkyMaster 12x60 brings celestial objects up close, providing images with outstanding detail. View the heavens and the world around you with the SkyMaster Series.Overall, for the money, I find the Celestron 12x60 Skymasters a great buy, with satisfying views of the night sky, and terra firma. More to come after a good night in the yard on my reclining chair. They offer a significant value for their price, providing features and performance typically found in more expensive models. Nikon Prostaff P3 8x42: Reasonably priced and easy to use, the Nikon Prostaff P3 8x42 binocular is suitable for beginners and hobbyists alike who want bright, sharp optics in a compact device. ★★★★ DSLR Cameras Canon EOS DSLR Cameras Nikon DSLR Cameras Digital Compact Cameras Instant and Single Use Cameras Instant Cameras Instant Camera Film Single Use Cameras Instant Printers We recommend pairs weighing less than 10 oz (283g) for young children (four to seven years). Older kids and teenagers can generally handle standard-sized binoculars well but can still benefit from a more lightweight pair with lower magnification so as not to experience too much wobble.