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Tag Archives: celestron
Celestron Nextar 6SE. A true dual use telescope
The Celestron Nexstar 6SE has been around for a few years now. But still makes for a great dual use / imaging telescope. The 1500mm focal length makes it perfect for medium to high power views. But with the introduction … Continue reading
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Celestron Nature DX 8x42ED binoculars review
Looking very similar in design with the small red ring around the focus, the Celestron Nature DX 8x42ED binoculars look like a more compact version of the Regal 8×42 ED. That is where the similarity ends, with the Regal having … Continue reading
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Celestron Regal FF 8x42ED flat field binoculars review
Before even taking the Celestron Regal 8x42ED FF binoculars out of the box, you know in advance these are solid and well built. Some may say heavy, I say well built. No corners cut with accessories, that include a padded … Continue reading
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Celestron astromaster 90EQ review
The Celestron astromaster 90EQ telescope is often overlooked by the more popular astromaster 130 when it comes to starting out. But with regards specs and optical configuration , it is more suited the Lunar, Planetary and double star observations than … Continue reading
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Celestron Ultima porro 8×32 binoculars review
At a time where most new bird binoculars are roof prism, its nice to see Celestron staying with the traditional porro prism binoculars. Available in 32mm, 42mm and 50mm variants, the Ultima porro series retain an almost retro look with … Continue reading
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Celestron astromaster 102 AZ review
The Celestron astromaster 102AZ is a great example of a telescope that proves high magnification and large aperture are not an essential requirement when starting out in astronomy. If you are starting out, the simple AZ mount and straight though … Continue reading
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Celestron Nexstar 5 SLT #22084
The Celestron Nexstar 5 SLT uses the same high class optics, but uses the popular SLT mount, to make it accessible to more budgets. The SCT design is seen by many as a perfect all round choice for both visual … Continue reading
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Celestron Inspire 90 AZ short tube telescope #22407
The celestron Inspire 90 AZ telescope is a true dual use telescope. Erect image eyepieces with a wide field of view makes it ideal for both astronomical and terrestrial targets. A no tool set up means it is very easy … Continue reading
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Celestron Ultima 80 / 45 spotting scope. Ideal for birds in the back garden
A couple came to the Northern Optics weekend public outlet at the Waters` edge visitor centre at Barton upon Humber looking for a good quality spotting scope, that was as useful for looking at birds on the back garden feeder … Continue reading
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Celestron Regal M2 LER eyepiece #82002
When purchasing the Celestron Regal M2 LER (long eye relief) there are a couple of issues, but not problems that arise from the very long 32mm eye relief. Firstly for spectacle wearers the eye cup is not fold down or … Continue reading