Customers regard the EclipSmart 10x42 Porro Solar Binoculars highly for their exceptional performance during solar eclipses. They appreciate the safety these binoculars provide while viewing the sun and solar eclipses. Customers also commend the product's reasonable price compared to similar products in the market.
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Magnification
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Perfect to watch the sun or solar eclipses
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Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
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Great product, it works as expected, nice optical quality, you can see the sun perfectly, I would say that this is better than a telescope because you can see it with both eyes, and also much easier to carry.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
FOR A SOLAR ECLIPSE, and solar eclipse only.
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
I'm sure these are terrific to have on hand FOR A SOLAR ECLIPSE. They are not regular binoculars. One use only: during an eclipse. Soooooo the next total solar eclipse that can be seen from the contiguous United States will be on Aug. 23, 2044. Yay I'll hold onto these $70 gems so my grandchildren can see the corona. Cool I guess. Kinda like toaster tongs. A one trick wonder. Wish someone would have said something. I didn't think binocs would be made for a once-in-a-century event???
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Solar filter
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Love ‘em
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
These are a great white light option for solar viewing. It’s difficult to make out much prominence detail but it is possible with patience and a steady hand. Great value for the price, best used with a rest or pole. Serious solar observers should opt for the next larger version.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Solar filter
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice solar binocs for eclipse
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These are nice 10x solar binoculars for eclipse only. Cannot be used for other celestial or terrestial viewing because of the heavy dark internal filters. You see the full sun through white filters. The strap is thin and will cut into the neck, so you will need to buy a wider neck strap or harness. I did see a small sunspot several weeks ago. After the eclipse, there may not be much use, however, if you own a telescope with a solar filter, these might be nice to spot check the sun for solar activity before you set up your scope. There is also another total eclipse coming through the South and Midewest in 2024, and these can be used again. Be nice if Celestron made the binocs orange to differentiate between non-solar binocs for safety purposes. Never look directly at the sun without proper solar glasses or filter.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Solar Eclipse Binoculars
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Worked really well for seeing the ring of fire eclipse.
It also works well for seeing sunspots, which is really cool.
It does take about a minute to find the sun though.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Solar filter
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
View Sun only
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Perfect product to view planet Sun and dark spot of sun, only draw back is you can view only Sun not for any other use.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Magnification
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Terrific views of sun!
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I purchased this binocular for the eclipse, since I lived in Oregon. It was a terrific way to view the eclipse. Passed it around people during the eclipse and everyone was surprised how well they could see the sun. Because of the 10x42 magnification, you can see the larger sun and even see sun spots! Since the eclipse, I've used the binoculars to view the sun. Well made and satisfied with this purchase. I feel that my eyes are safely protected.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Awesome Solar Binoculars
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Awesome! Got to see the total eclipse in Erie PA. 12 times the size of regular solar filter glasses. Highly recommend!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Solar binoculars
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Easy to use, and do wath it was advertised to do, I will use it to see sun when camping.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Magnification
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
The Ferrari of Solar Eclipse
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I love my purchase and if you are going to ball, then ball hard! These are great for seeing Sunspot activity. However, these are binoculars for looking at the sun.
So how do you maximize your value? Get your friends to chip in. Have a local homeowners association? Great have them buy a solar binocular and then make it so that during the 3 hour path you swap the binoculars
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Nice Clear View
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Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.
Bought these to watch rocket launches off the Florida coast. Gives a nice clear picture, and the large lenses pick up a good deal of light at night. Highly recommended!
I would recommend this to a friend
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Quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Really gave little magnification vs paper glasses
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I was excited to find these in stock at BBY, but disappointed to find little if any noticeable difference between viewing the TOTAL SOLAR ECLIPSE with these verses Lunt paper glasses. Definitely not worth having unless you are a pro chasing eclipse' around the world. Quality is very good, manufacturer is known, price better than other comparable products.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Celestron Solar Viewing Binoculars - 10x42
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Used these to view the annular eclipse. Great viewing.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Solar filter
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Solid solar view for eclipse.
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These solar binoculars are for solar only viewing. They provide a smallish 10x view of the Sun with a non-removable white light solar filter. Will work for the Total eclipse event but don't expect to see small Sun spots with them on the Sun's surface.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Solar filter
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good Solar Binoculars
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Great for watching the sun and solar eclipse. Love them.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Ease of use
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great binoculars
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Used them for the eclipse and they worked very well. I was able to see all phases of the eclipse. I could clearly see the corolla. The binoculars were very easy to adjust and use.
I would recommend this to a friend
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Quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Works Great
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I got them for the solar eclipse on 21 August 2017. I tried them out already and the picture is clear and they work great.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
excellent
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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I got these binoculars Friday evening prior to the eclipse 10/14 and they are ideal and excellent for viewing the sun . Light weight , comfortable and there were no clouds so the sun was very bright. Glad I got these for the eclipse in April 2024
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Solar filter
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Eclipse viewing.
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The August 2017 eclipse was a joy to see, using these I felt safe enough to look directly at it for a few moments. This are not your regular binoculars.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Solar filter
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great for watching the eclipse!
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These Celestron - EclipSmart 10 x 42 Solar Binoculars - Black were great for watching the eclipse. I plan to look at additional cosmic events.