
The Celestron EclipSmart 3-Piece Solar Eclipse Observing, and Imaging Kit is a must-have to view and photograph partial and total solar eclipses—like the upcoming 2023 Annular Solar Eclipse and 2024 Total Solar Eclipse. Affordable, easy to use, and best of all, Solar Safe, the Celestron EclipSmart 3-Piece Kit features solar film that conforms to the current ISO standard. With this kit, you’ll be totally prepared for eclipse day. You receive one pair of premium, durable plastic eclipse glasses with wraparound-style arms for a comfortable fit. The glasses are equipped with sturdy plastic lenses with Solar Safe film on the inside. The handy photo filter will help you capture images and video of the Sun with your smartphone or camera. Simply place the filter over your camera lens, and its delicate imaging sensor is protected. It works with phones, camcorders, action cams, point-and-shoot cameras, and DSLRs. Only remove the filter when the camera is no longer pointing at the Sun. Finally, this kit includes a 32-page booklet packed with helpful information, including observing tips, a detailed eclipse map, and a city-by-city timetable. Solar Safe Technology - EclipSmart solar products feature Solar Safe filter technology—the ultimate protection from harmful solar radiation—including IR and UV light—plus 99.999% of visible light. Celestron Solar Safe filter technology is SAFE for direct observation of the Sun and has been independently tested to conform to and meet the transmission requirements of ISO 2312-2:2015(E), Filters for Direct Observation of the Sun, EN 1836:2005 + A1:2007 (E) for an E15 Filter for the Direct Observation of the Sun and AS/NZS 1338.1:2012, Filters for Eye protectors. Important safety note: inspect your glasses and photo filter before every use. Do not use and discard if the solar film is damaged, torn, punctured, or separated from the frame in any way. Do not use the glasses or photo filter in combination with any magnifying optical device (i.e., telescopes, binoculars). Upcoming Eclipses: 2023 - On October 14, 2023, the famed “Ring of Fire” will encircle a darkened Moon during a spectacular annular eclipse. This special type of partial solar eclipse occurs when the Moon is too far from Earth to cover the Sun completely. The Sun’s corona is not visible during an annular eclipse. 2024 - On April 8, 2024, the Moon will completely cover the Sun during an awe-inspiring Total Solar Eclipse. Observers within the path of totality will witness the Sun’s dazzling corona, observe the “diamond ring” effect, and see day turn to night.
Q: How does the Solar Safe filter technology work?
A: The Solar Safe filter technology provides protection from the sun by filtering out harmful solar radiation, including IR and UV light, plus 99.999% of visible light.
Q: Does this kit include any information about eclipses?
A: Yes, the kit includes a 32-page booklet with information about eclipses, observing tips, a detailed eclipse map, and a city-by-city timetable.
Q: What does the EclipSmart Photo Filter do?
A: The EclipSmart Photo Filter, with Solar Safe technology, allows you to take pictures and videos of the sun, including during an eclipse, with your DSLR, point-and-shoot camera, or smartphone.
Q: Where is the solar film for these products made?
A: The Celestron Solar Safe film is made in the USA by American Paper Optics.
Q: What information is included in the eclipse book?
A: The 32-page eclipse book contains information on how to have the best eclipse experience, a detailed map, and city-by-city timetables for the eclipse.
Q: Why is this kit good for viewing eclipses?
A: This kit is good for viewing eclipses because it features solar film that conforms to the current ISO standard for safely viewing the sun.
Q: Are these solar glasses safe for viewing the sun?
A: Yes, the EclipSmart Solar Glasses have Solar Safe filter technology, which provides protection from harmful solar radiation, including IR and UV light, making them safe for directly viewing the sun.
Q: What mm lens will the lens filter work with?
A: I just purchased this and the size of the camera filter is 60mm, not 95mm as the box and prior answer here states.