Celestron telescope & binocular deals 2023

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Best Celestron telescope deals
Choosing the right telescope
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Choosing the right binocular
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We've scoped out the very best Celestron telescope and binoculars deals on the market so you can check out the biggest discounts below. The good news is, there's a Celestron telescope or binocular deal to suit everyone, regardless of experience and budget.

In the optics industry, Celestron is one of the best known and trusted names, so it's no surprise they're responsible for some of the best telescopes out there. Fortunately, you can also grab some amazing telescope deals on their models too. Some of the best best binoculars and binoculars deals are Celestron models too, so they're reputation quality and reliability is deserved.

Because of that quality, it will come as no surprise that you'll find some of the best telescopes for beginners and best telescopes for kids. It's worth remembering that both telescopes and binoculars can offer a great stargazing experience and although binoculars aren't typically as powerful, they can be a great cost-effective alternative.

Celestron isn't the only manufacturer out there though and there's definitely some good deals to be discovered. We have brand-specific guides for Meade Instruments, Orion, Vixen and Sky-Watcher deals. However, for the best Celestron telescope and binoculars deals on the market, read on below.

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The best Celestron telescope & binocular 2023

Best Celestron telescope deals

Choosing the right telescope

There are two major factors to consider when choosing which Celestron telescope to opt for. Firstly, you have to consider your budget and then you have to consider how much stargazing experience you've had. Thankfully, Celestron telescopes can cater for everyone whether you're trying your hand at astronomy, a seasoned stargazer, looking to bag a bargain or wanting to invest some serious cash.

Beginners are advised to go for a portable easy-to-assemble telescope at an introductory price of less than or around $200, such as the Celestron AstroMaster LT 70AZ or Celestron PowerSeeker 50AZ, while serious astronomers are well placed to make a larger investment. If you’re in the latter position, then we recommend the Celestron AstroMaster 114EQ, Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ or Celestron AstroMaster 102AZ, depending on your budget.

With an increase in budget, comes an improvement in the type of technology that has become prevalent in telescope manufacturing: computerized, or GoTo, mounts. At the touch of a button, these revolutionary instruments are able to slew to your chosen target without needing to use sky maps to find your way around the night sky. The Celestron NexStar 4SE is a great option if you're keen on combining tech with your observing sessions.

If the telescope isn’t for your use and your kids have been bugging you for one, then the Celestron FirstScope 76 are the perfect choices since they require very little maintenance, are easy to use and are small enough to store in a cupboard. What’s more, their robust build exudes quality for a basic build, offering years of usage and for very little investment — an excellent combination for parents, who suspect that skywatching might be a passing phase.

The Celestron telescope models we have introduced are perfect for views of the solar system, with notable targets being the craters and seas of the moon and bright sights of Jupiter and Saturn. They will also provide good observations of bright deep-sky objects such as the Orion Nebula in the constellation of Orion (the Hunter) and the stunning Pleiades star cluster in Taurus (the Bull).

Those keen on a substantial step up in quality and closer views of targets will need to consider increasing their budget for a larger objective lens or aperture — that is the "light-gathering” ability of a telescope. For magnified views of the planets, galaxies and nebulas, the Celestron AstroMaster 114EQ, Celestron StarSense Explorer LT 114AZ and Celestron NexStar 4SE are all worth a look.

Best Celestron binocular deals

Choosing the right binocular

When buying your Celestron binoculars we recommend looking for at least a magnification of 7x or 10x, along with an aperture of at least 42 mm. You should also choose a Porro prism design, while fully multi-coated optics and BaK-4 prisms are a must for crisp and clear observations. Nitrogen-purged designs are a massive plus and keep fogging and condensation at bay during your tours of the universe.

As your objective lens size increases, so does the weight of your binoculars. Anything larger than 50 mm will require a tripod for stable skywatching. An important skill to master for optimum views of the night sky is learning how to hold your binoculars steady — once you've achieved this, your chosen night-sky targets will truly be sights to behold.

If portability is your main aim and you're looking to use your binoculars for a combination of travel, skywatching and terrestrial views, we recommend the Celestron Outland X 10x42, which will give you more bang for your buck. The Celestron Outland X 10x50 are also a great option and are comfortable to use for reasonably long periods of time. Observations of nebulas such as the Orion Nebula (Messier 42) and Andromeda Galaxy (Messier 31) are even better with the larger objectives.

But, if you're looking for a cost-effective way to gather as much light as possible, the Celestron 20x80 SkyMaster Pro is a top choice. Although we recommend a tripod for a comfortable and effortless viewing experience, it does offer crystal clear observations and eye relief for those who wear spectacles.

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Unfortunately, deals won't hang around forever, so we recommend acting quickly when you see one you like. When something is no longer in stock or a deal expires, we'll add it to the list below so you can compare the current Celestron telescope and binocular deals to the ones of old.

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