14 best orion astronomy binoculars

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Providing pinnacle-performance views at a bargain-basement price, our new Orion 20x80 Astro-Binoculars pack a visual punch usually reserved for astronomy binoculars with a much larger price tag. With top-quality features such as high-transmission BAK 4 prisms, fully multi-coated optics, and gigantic 80mm (3.14 inch) aperture objective lenses, the affordably-priced Orion 20x80 Astro-Binoculars will astound you and your friends with its amazing viewing capability. The giant 80mm objective lenses gobble up light from objects in the night sky, yielding bright views with exceptional contrast and sharpness. These big and powerful binoculars gather over 30 percent more light than 70mm aperture models for brighter views of cosmic curiosities. An integrated heavy-duty tripod adapter lets you easily attach the binocular to any field tripod or binocular mount, which is recommended for extended use. So go ahead, grab more light from the night sky with a pair of Orion 20x80 Astro-Binoculars tonight!

• Big 20-power astronomy binoculars with huge 80mm aperture objective lenses provides bright, high-contrast views of the night sky with sharp resolution
• Giant 80mm lenses gobble up light for spectacular views of the Moon, planets, star clusters, and more!
• Fully multi-coated optics and BAK 4 porro prisms ensure maximum light throughput for bright, clear views
• Long 17mm eye relief for comfortable views - even while wearing eyeglasses!
• Includes built-in tripod adapter, soft carry case, and dust caps. Tripod use strongly recommended .

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These refreshingly affordable astronomical binoculars will gobble up photons from night-sky objects without eating through your wallet. With big 70mm objective lenses and 15-power magnification, our new Orion 15x70 Astro-Binocular is an excellent choice for those looking for bright, high-power views of the night sky. See the moons of Jupiter, craters and mountains of the Moon, and hundreds of deep sky objects from dark skies. These big binoculars are also great for chasing open star clusters, even from less than inky-black urban skies. Light transmission through the 15x70 Astro-Binocular and view contrast is optimized by virtue of high quality BAK-4 prisms, fully multi-coated optics, and internal baffling. Eyeglass wearers can enjoy the view through these affordable performers without removing their corrective lenses, thanks to a luxurious 18mm eye relief. Foldable eye guards provide helpful protection from distracting peripheral light sources, and they conveniently fold down for comfortable use with eyeglasses. While these 15x70 Astro-Binoculars are small enough for hand-held scanning of the night sky, they also include a tripod L-adapter for mounted viewing sessions, which is recommended for optimal stargazing performance. These lightweight powerful performers weigh 3.1 lbs. Of course, these 15x70s provide wonderful views of daytime terrestrial fare as well, including birds, wildlife, and scenery. You'll be amazed at the crisp, high-power view provided by these affordable binoculars. Grab a pair of amazingly affordable Orion 15x70 Astro-Binoculars and power-up!

• This 15-power astronomical binocular with big 70mm lenses provides high power views of the cosmos
• High-quality BAK-4 porro prisms, fully multi-coated optics, and internal baffles provide clear, crisp views
• See the moons of Jupiter, craters and mountains of the Moon, and hundreds of deep sky objects
• Long 18mm eye relief allows eyeglass wearers to view comfortably without removing corrective lenses
• Includes tripod L-adapter for mounted viewing - strongly recommended for extended stargazing sessions

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Orion's Mini Giants really hit the sweet spot for astronomy binoculars. They grab more light than a 50mm glass yet they don't have the weight or bulk of larger, giant binoculars. This high-power model will please anyone desiring extra magnification for closer, more detailed images than standard binoculars permit. Suddenly, more star clusters resolve into stellar pinpoints, lunar craters burst with geologic fine-detail, and the Andromeda Galaxy reveals more of its core and dust lane structure! The lenses and high-grade BAK-4 prisms are fully multi-coated to permit the highest light transmission possible. The aluminum barrels are internally glare-threaded to ensure rich contrast and eliminate ghosting. Images are sharp, bright, and wonderfully vivid. Moderate, 9x magnification allows a wide 5.0 degree field and 7mm exit pupil. Extra-long 26mm eye relief. Good hand-holdability. Weighs 2 lbs. 10 oz. Contributing to this binocular's comfort factor is its long eye relief. No pressing the eyepiece housings into your eye sockets to get the full field of view! Even eyeglass wearers will see edge to edge. Its relatively compact size allows this Orion Mini Giant 9x63 binocular to be hand-held comfortably for short viewing stints. That applies to daytime use as well. For extended gazes, especially with the two high-power models, you'll want to tripod-mount the binocular for steady images. Smooth rubber armoring provides a secure grip. A large, knurled center focus wheel, pop-down rubber eye guards, and threaded socket for optional tripod adapter round out the feature set. This Orion Mini Giant comes with a hard case, deluxe wide neck strap, and lens caps. No other company offers binoculars equivalent in size, quality, and performance to Orion's family of Mini Giants. Find out for yourself why they're such an outstanding value! Designed exclusively for Orion by a premier Japanese high-quality optics company.

• Orion Mini Giant 9x63 binoculars offer an ideal combination of aperture and moderate magnification for amazing views of celestial delicacies
• Light-grabbing binoculars with large 63mm aperture objective lenses excels at both astronomical and daytime viewing
• Binocular lenses and BAK-4 prisms are fully multi-coated with anti-reflection coatings for exceptional light transmission and bright images
• Extra-long 26mm eye relief lets eyeglass wearers take in the whole field of view in comfort without removing their corrective lenses
• Includes soft case to store and transport the binoculars, a deluxe wide neck strap and lens caps

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We've all heard the phrase "rules are made to be broken", and that saying goes for astronomy gear as well! The Orion 2x54 Ultra Wide Angle Binocular combines an ultra-low power with a massive field of view, supercharging your eyeballs and taking naked eye astronomy to another level. An incredible 36-deg field of view allows constellations to fit into one field. And the binoculars brighten up fainter stars, allowing you to see about 1.2 magnitudes fainter compared with just your eyeballs. For example -- from a dark sky site, you can see down to about mag 6 with your naked eye - imagine enhancing that view down to mag 7.2 with these. It's like looking at a detailed star chart, except the actual sky becomes your chart! Now, back to those rules that were made to be broken. Magnification and exit pupil are not important in this design of binocular. In fact, it's just the opposite. Low power coupled with a big lens provides a huge field of view and adds to the effect of the sky being your personal star chart. These binoculars are a variation on a Galilean design but include extra lenses to enhance the field of view and reduce aberrations compared with standard Galilean optics. The brightness in this style is simply the square of the magnification, and the field of view is directly proportional to the objective size. Therefore you get 4x brighter images than naked eye, and a massive 36-deg field. The result is an enhanced naked-eye feel when gazing through these binoculars at the Milky Way and individual constellations. Compact and lightweight, the Orion 2x54 Ultra Wide Angle Binoculars make a very nice addition to your astronomy equipment, bridging the gap between your larger binoculars and simple naked eye astronomy. Hundreds more stars appear, and panning around the Milky Way from a dark sky site is simply jaw dropping. Features individual eyepiece focusing, a solid axis hinge that holds collimation, fully multi-coated lenses, and includes a carrying case and caps.

• Super low power, coupled with large lenses brings constellations to life!
• Massive 36-deg field of view fits constellations into one field of view
• Large fully multi-coated lenses brighten fainter stars, so looking at the sky through these is like looking at a detailed star chart
• Bridges the gap between naked eye astronomy and narrower field large binocular astronomy
• Small and lightweight, featuring individual eyepiece focus, fits easily into your accessory case to take with you to dark skies, and includes caps and a case.

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Our biggest and brightest astro-binocular, featuring 100mm objective lenses and strong 25x magnification. Fully multi-coated optics, high quality BAK-4 prisms and internal baffling ensure sharp images and pleasing contrast with maximum light throughput. Barrels are cross-reinforced for maximum structural rigidity and unflinching optical alignment. Long 18mm eye relief lets eyeglass wearers see an unrestricted field of view without removing their corrective lenses. Weighs 10.1 lbs. - Tripod recommended for comfortable viewing (tripod sold separately)

• Our biggest and brightest astronomy binocular, featuring 100mm objective lenses and strong 25x magnification
• Fully multi-coated optics, high quality BAK-4 prisms and internal baffling ensure sharp images and pleasing contrast with maximum light throughput
• Barrels are cross-reinforced for maximum structural rigidity and unflinching optical alignment
• Long 18mm eye relief lets eyeglass wearers see an unrestricted field of view without removing their corrective lenses
• Weighs 10.1 lbs. - Use of a tripod is necessary for comfortable and stable viewing (tripod sold separately)

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It's the same night sky, all right. But with this jumbo Orion Giant View binocular, you'll see it like never before. Its large-aperture, 70mm fully multi-coated optics provide exceptional light gathering capability for stargazing. And if terrestrial observing is more your speed, you will appreciate this Giant View's long-distance range, wide field of view, and stunning resolution. The Giant View 15x70 Large-Aperture is a wonderfully well made binocular. The BAK-4 prisms and internal baffling ensure sharp images and pleasing contrast. The barrels are cross-reinforced with an aluminum rod and objective cell cuffs for maximum structural rigidity and unflinching optical alignment. A sliding 1/4 inch-20 mounting post is held captive on the rod, for coupling the binocular to a tripod (recommended) and achieving optimum balance. This big binocular provides a generous 4mm exit pupil and the serious magnifying power you need to resolve subtle details in your target object. The eyepieces focus individually, which affords a higher degree of focusing precision than center-focus mechanisms. And the long eye relief even lets eyeglass wearers see an unrestricted field of view. When you do get your new Orion Giant View binocular, get ready for some late nights! Because you won't want to stop observing that seemingly new, more star-studded sky. Includes heavy-duty aluminum case.

• Portable yet powerful, the GiantView 70mm WP features 70mm objective lenses and 15x magnification
• BAK-4 prisms, fully multi-coated optics, and all-weather waterproof construction
• Individual binocular eyepiece focusing for enhanced accuracy
• Long 18mm eye relief so even eyeglass wearers can see unrestricted field of view
• Includes heavy-duty hard carry case, dust caps, and more

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Eyeglass wearers know how frustrating it can be using binoculars. You have to take your glasses off with one hand and hold the binocular up to your eyes with the other. Then, you must lower the binocular and replace your eyeglasses to scan the scene again with just your eyes. Playing this on-and-off game gets pretty annoying. You've tried leaving your eyeglasses on, but it's like looking through a keyhole: you can't see the whole field of view. And you've tried to get by without your glasses, but everything in the distance is too blurry. Orion UltraView 10x50 Wide-Angle Binoculars are the answer. They are the ultimate in eyeglass- and sunglass-friendly binoculars! Their extra-long 22mm eye relief allows the full field of view to be seen with eyeglasses on, simply by retracting the twist-lock rubber eyecups. That's a real luxury! UltraView binoculars are also long on optical quality. Designed exclusively for Orion by a premier Japanese high-quality optics company, UltraViews feature the finest BAK-4 glass prisms, and lenses finely ground and polished to exacting specifications. All lens and prism air-to-glass surfaces are fully multi-coated, providing much higher light transmission than can be achieved with the standard coatings offered on most other binoculars. Colors are pure and images are tack-sharp right out to the edges. The large center focus wheel allows quick focusing with just a fingertip. The Orion UltraView 10x50 Wide-Angle Binocular features a much wider field of view (6.5 degrees) than standard 10x binoculars. Excels for high-power astronomy, long-distance nature observation, and hunting. 5mm exit pupil, 16 foot close focus, extra-long 22mm eye relief. Weighs 32 oz. The UltraView 10x50 binocular comes with a rugged soft field case, objective lens caps, and a deluxe wide neck strap. The binocular has a threaded socket to accept a tripod adapter. Designed exclusively for Orion by a premier Japanese high-quality optics company.

• 10-power UltraView binoculars feature a 6.5-deg field-of-view with long eye relief for comfortable stargazing while wearing corrective lenses
• 50mm objective lenses, fully multi-coated optics and BAK-4 prisms ensure maximum light throughput and optimal image quality of celestial and terrestrial targets
• Luxurious extra-long 22mm eye relief and twist-lock eyecups let eyeglass wearers leave their glasses on and take in the full field of view
• Rugged cast-metal alloy body stands up to field use; rubber armored for a secure grip
• Includes soft case, deluxe wide neck strap and lens caps

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Gear up for great views of comets and a ton of other celestial sights with the Orion 20x80 Astronomical Binocular and Paragon XHD Tripod Bundle! This value-packed bundle includes our eXtra Heavy Duty (XHD) Paragon-Plus XHD field tripod and a pair of powerful 20x80 Astronomical Binoculars. With great features such as high-transmission BAK-4 porro prisms, fully multi-coated optics and gigantic 80mm (3.14") aperture objective lenses, Orion 20x80 Astronomical Binoculars will astound you with bright views across a 3.2-degree field of view. These big binoculars will perform well on comets, star clusters, bright planets, the Moon, and other cosmic curiosities. During the day, the 20x80 binoculars will provide 20-power close-up views of wildlife, scenery, and other daytime targets. An integrated heavy-duty tripod adapter lets you easily attach the binoculars to the included paragon-Plus XHD Tripod for comfortable, stable tripod-mounted observing sessions during the day or at night. The Orion Paragon-plus XHD Tripod features large, adjustable aluminum legs with robust lock lever clamps for convenient setup and takedown. Each tripod leg features graduated reference etchings so you can quickly extend each leg to the same preferred length - a great timesaver. The Paragon-Plus XHD Tripod is 67" tall when fully extended for crowd-pleasing versatility.

• Complete binocular stargazing solution with everything you need to see comets and other interesting objects in the night sky
• Big 20x80 astronomical binoculars gather a lot of light for bright, clear views
• Powerful 20x magnification great for up-close explorations of starry skies and daytime targets too
• Strong, stable Orion Paragon-Plus XHD tripod keeps binoculars steady so you can enjoy lengthy views without tiring your arms
• An affordable and portable astronomy binocular setup the whole family will enjoy

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This complete kit includes everything you need to become familiar with night sky wonders. Even the most inexperienced "newbie" stargazers will soon be able to point out constellations, distinguish planets from stars and see craters on the Moon with the help of the 10x50 Binocular Stargazing Kit. Binoculars are a great introduction to astronomy, and the pair in this value-packed kit will wow the whole family with views of the Moon's craters, as well as celestial showpieces like the Andromeda Galaxy, star clusters, and so much more. Their convenient portability make binoculars ideal instruments for exploring night sky curiosities any clear night of the year. Of course, the 10x50 binoculars can also be used during daylight for high-power terrestrial views of birds, wildlife, scenery, and even sporting events. The Orion 10x50 Binocular Stargazing Kit is filled with other useful astronomy goodies too. The included Star Target Planisphere is an easy-to-use star chart wheel you can use year-round to see what stars and constellations will be visible hour by hour, so you can easily plan when to go outside to observe your favorite constellations. You can read the StarTarget planisphere at night without disrupting dark-adapted vision with the included RedBeam Mini LED flashlight. Unlike standard white light flashlights, the red light from the RedBeam won't disrupt your ability to detect details in the dark. The Binocular Astronomy Field Guide is packed with detailed maps, useful tips, and helpful info on how to use binoculars. The complete, 16-page guide features correct-image maps of the Moon along with seasonal star charts. The map of the Moon identifies popular lunar targets, and a thorough selection of close-up maps of specific lunar regions highlight interesting features to explore with binoculars. A perfect gift for beginning astronomers, the complete Orion 10x50 Binocular Stargazing Kit can provide night after night of family fun under the stars.

• Complete kit with everything needed to become familiar with the night sky from the comfort of your backyard or wherever you roam
• 10x50 binoculars gather ample light for great nighttime views of the Moon, bright planets and constellations
• Read the included Star Target Planisphere with the RedBeam Mini LED flashlight to identify stars and constellations at any hour of night, all year round without disrupting dark-adapted vision
• The Binocular Astronomy Field Guide features 16 pages packed with gorgeous illustrations, correct-image maps of the Moon, Milky Way, constellations, and close-up maps of specific lunar regions
• A fun, educational and affordable gift for budding stargazers

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15-power astronomical binoculars with a rugged housing provide high-resolution views with a pleasing flat-field. Fully waterproof and nitrogen purged construction prevents lens fogging. High-quality BAK-4 prisms and advanced multi-coatings on all optical surfaces provide maximum light throughput for bright views rich in contrast. The high-power 15x70 Resolux binoculars have a nice 4.4-degree field of view for big views. Attachment to a tripod with the included tripod adapter is recommended for extended use

• 15-power astronomical binoculars with a rugged housing provide high-resolution views with a pleasing flat-field
• Fully waterproof and nitrogen purged construction prevents lens fogging
• High-quality BAK-4 prisms and advanced multi-coatings on all optical surfaces provide maximum light throughput for bright views rich in contrast
• The high-power 15x70 Resolux binoculars have a nice 4.4-degree field of view for big views
• Attachment to a tripod with the included tripod adapter is strongly recommended for extended use

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Orion Scenix binoculars have always offered superior optical and mechanical quality compared to brands you find at most retail and sporting good stores. Now Scenix binoculars are even better, incorporating porro prisms made from high-grade BAK-4 optical glass. These are the same prisms found in binoculars that sell for four times the price or more than our affordable Scenix models. This Orion Scenix 7x50 binocular is wonderful for binocular astronomy as well as for scenic daytime viewing and hunting. Its bright 7mm exit pupil and 7.1 degree field of view let you enjoy scenic vistas in comfort. The 7x50 Scenix binocular weighs 28 oz. for easy portability. Its housing is constructed of sturdy metal, not plastic, and is armored with protective rubber which is a joy to grip. The large center focusing mechanism is the same one found on many more expensive binoculars, and adjusts smoothly to achieve ideal focus. This 7x50 Orion Scenix binocular is rugged and reliable, delivering sharp images on demand. It includes a vinyl carrying case, lens caps, and a comfortable deluxe wide neck strap. The Scenix 7x50 binocular accepts a tripod L-adapter (sold separately) for use on a tripod, which is recommended for lengthy astronomical viewing sessions.

• Great all-around binoculars for astronomy as well as scenic daytime viewing
• High-quality BAK-4 porro prisms and multi-coated binocular objective lenses ensure bright, crisp images
• Wide 7.1-degree field of view and 14 foot close focus
• Sturdy metal (not plastic) housing with large center focusing mechanism
• Includes carrying case, lens cap and deluxe wide neck strap

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Are you a serious amateur astronomer looking for the best and brightest wide-field images of the night sky with binoculars? the Orion 16x80 ED giantview binocular will fit that bill! these binoculars combine a large 80mm aperture with extra-low dispersion (ED) glass lenses for bright, exceptionally clear, true-color views of the night sky. Not to mention these binoculars work equally well for long distance daytime viewing. All of this in a waterproof body, with back-4 prisms, robust mechanical construction, and a solid Pier tripod mounting system. And all these features for a very reasonable price. You'll understand the combination of large aperture and ED lenses the first time you scan the Milky way - pinpoint stars, with exceptional contrast against a dark background. Fully multi-coated surfaces provide the brightest possible images, and with 21mm of eye relief, even eyeglass wearers can view the entire field of view. And these binoculars boast a 4.0-Deg field of view for scanning the skies, or watching distant wildlife. The sturdy aluminum alloy binocular body with a second hinge between the objective lenses provides a solid, well collimated mechanical system. Glare-threaded and blackened interiors provide even more contrast with less light scatter. The built-in tripod mounting bar attaches securely to a standard photographic tripod, and each binocular comes with lens caps, neck strap and a soft carry bag.

• Extra-low Dispersion lenses for bright, true color views
• Large 80mm ED lenses pull in an immense amount of light
• 21mm eye relief provides plenty of comfort and distance for eyeglass wearers
• Tripod mounting pier allows attachment to any standard photographic tripod. Note - use of tripod strongly recommended.
• Includes lens caps, neck strap, and a soft carry bag to protect the optics

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Orion Scenix binoculars have always offered superior optical and mechanical quality compared to brands you find at most retail stores. And now Scenix binoculars are even better, incorporating porro prisms made from high-grade BAK-4 optical glass. These are the same prisms found in binoculars that sell for as much as four times the price. You just can't beat Scenix for all-around value. Common, low-priced "mass market" binoculars have to cut corners by coating only one or two visible optical surfaces with antireflection coatings (and leaving many uncoated), by allowing looser tolerances on optical matching and alignment, and by employing poor-quality mechanical components. Scenix binoculars are different. Every air-to-glass surface is antireflection coated, and the objective lenses are even multi-coated for additional light transmission. And Orion doesn't use gimmicky "ruby" coatings like you find on some brands, which only serve to turn images green! This Orion Scenix 10x50 Wide Angle binocular is a perfect higher-power astro binocular, equally well suited for long-distance terrestrial observing. Extra wide angle 7 degree field. Weighs 28 oz. Its housing is constructed of sturdy metal, not plastic, and is armored with protective rubber. The large center focusing mechanism is the same one found on many more expensive binoculars. This binocular is rugged and reliable, delivering sharp images on demand. It includes a vinyl carrying case, lens caps, and deluxe wide neck strap. It accepts a tripod L-adapter (sold separately).

• Ten-power binoculars with substantially wide 50mm objective lenses perfect for astronomy and/or long-distance terrestrial viewing
• Top-quality BAK-4 porro prisms and multi-coated objective lenses ensure bright, crisp images high in contrast
• Wide 7-degree field of view and 16 foot close focus lets you inspect nearby birds and wildlife with 10-power magnification in a nice wide view
• Sturdy metal (not plastic) housing with large center focusing mechanism
• Includes carrying case, lens caps and deluxe wide neck strap

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These rugged 10-power binoculars boast high-resolution, flat-field optics. Ideal binoculars for scanning the starry skies, or for daytime terrestrial use viewing birds, wildlife, and scenery. Fully waterproof and nitrogen purged to prevent lens fogging when using in damp environs. 50mm objective lenses provide bright views across a wide 6.5-degree field of view. High-quality BAK-4 prisms and advanced multi-coatings on all optical surfaces provide maximum light throughput for bright views rich in contrast

• These rugged 10-power binoculars boast high-resolution, flat-field optics
• Ideal binoculars for scanning the starry skies, or for daytime terrestrial use viewing birds, wildlife, and scenery
• Fully waterproof and nitrogen purged to prevent lens fogging when using in damp environs
• 50mm objective lenses provide bright views across a wide 6.5-degree field of view
• High-quality BAK-4 prisms and advanced multi-coatings on all optical surfaces provide maximum light throughput for bright views rich in contrast

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