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 Product Overview

The Celestron SkyMaster Pro ED 15x70 Binoculars (Item #72034) are high-performance astronomical binoculars designed for amateur astronomers and long-distance observers . This model represents a significant upgrade to Celestron's legendary SkyMaster line, incorporating Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass for superior image quality .

The binoculars feature large, 70mm objective lenses that excel at gathering light, making them ideal for scanning the night sky, observing the Moon and planets, and exploring deep-sky objects . They utilize a Porro prism design with BaK-4 glass and are fully multi-coated with Celestron's proprietary StarBright XLT coatings to maximize light transmission and image brightness .

 Detailed Specifications

Based on information from Celestron and various retailers, here are the technical specifications:

 Key Features

The SkyMaster Pro ED 15x70 comes packed with features that enhance its performance and usability .

• ED Objective Lenses: The Extra-low Dispersion (ED) glass virtually eliminates chromatic aberration (color fringing), delivering images with true-to-life color, increased resolution, and improved contrast. This is a key upgrade from standard models .

• Advanced Optical Coatings: Celestron's proprietary StarBright XLT coatings are applied to all fully multi-coated lens surfaces. These high-end coatings, typically found on observatory-grade telescopes, significantly boost light transmission for bright, high-contrast, and detailed views .

• BaK-4 Prisms: The binoculars use high-quality BaK-4 prisms, which ensure a round exit pupil for even illumination and edge-to-edge sharpness, preventing darkening at the edges of the field of view .

• Filter Compatible: A unique feature is the threaded eyepieces, which accept standard 1.25" astronomical filters. This allows you to attach light pollution reduction filters or contrast-boosting filters to enhance your viewing of nebulae and other deep-sky objects .

• Enhanced Durability & Design: The binoculars feature a durable, lightweight chassis with a protective, textured rubber armor for a secure grip. They are also IPX7 waterproof and nitrogen-purged, making them fogproof and ready for use in various weather conditions .

• User-Friendly Ergonomics: Designed for comfort, they feature twist-up eyecups with generous eye relief, making them suitable for eyeglass wearers. They also have a centrally located focus wheel with large ridges for precise focusing, even with gloves on .

• Versatile Mounting: While usable handheld for short periods, the binoculars are tripod-adaptable for stable, long-duration viewing sessions. An adapter rail is built-in for mounting .

 What's in the Box

When you purchase the Celestron SkyMaster Pro ED 15x70, you can expect to find the following items included :

• SkyMaster Pro ED 15x70 Binoculars

• Objective Lens Caps (2)

• Eyepiece Covers

• Rainguard

• Neck Strap

• Lens Cloth

• Non-Silica Desiccant

• Deluxe Nylon Carrying Case

• Instruction Manual