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Less Than $100 Below ... Between $100 & $200 ... Between $201 & $2,000

 

Orion Scenix 10x50 Wide-Angle Binocular

Technical Details

  • Perfect higher-power binocular for astronomy or long-distance terrestrial viewing
  • BAK-4 porro prisms and multi-coated objective lenses ensure bright, crisp images
  • Wide 7-degree field of view and 176 foot close focus
  • Sturdy metal (not plastic) housing with large center focusing mechanism
  • Includes carrying case, lens cap and deluxe wide neck strap. Two-year limited warranty

Orion's Scenix binoculars offer the superior optical and mechanical quality you expect in more expensive binoculars but at prices nearer to those of lesser-quality department stores brands. The Scenix series incorporate porro prisms made from BAK-4 optical glass, the same type found in binoculars that sell for many times the price. Moreover, every air-to-glass surface is antireflection coated. The objective lenses are multi-coated for maximum light transmission.The housings are constructed of sturdy metal, and armored with protective rubber.

All include a vinyl carrying case, lens caps, deluxe wide neck strap, and accept a tripod L-adapter.

 

Orion Scenix 7x50 Binocular

Technical Details

  • Wonderful for binocular astronomy as well as scenic daytime viewing
  • BAK-4 porro prisms and multi-coated 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. Two-year limited warranty

Orion's Scenix binoculars offer the superior optical and mechanical quality you expect in more expensive binoculars but at prices nearer to those of lesser-quality department stores brands.

The Scenix series incorporate porro prisms made from BAK-4 optical glass, the same type found in binoculars that sell for many times the price. Moreover, every air-to-glass surface is antireflection coated. The objective lenses are multi-coated for maximum light transmission.

The housings are constructed of sturdy metal, and armored with protective rubber.

All include a vinyl carrying case, lens caps, deluxe wide neck strap, and accept a tripod L-adapter.



Between $100 and $200:

 

Orion SeaOtter 10x25 Waterproof Compact Binoculars

Technical Details

  • Compact, waterproof design with retractable eyecups for eyeglass wearers
  • Excellent for birding, sports activities, wildlife observation and more
  • Great grab-and-go binoculars - keep a pair in the car to take on the road
  • Near focus of 5 feet lets you see things up close when necessary
  • 10 power magnification yields a close-up view

They yield a bright, high-contrast image that is far beyond what you might expect from a pair of compact binoculars, thanks to Orion's brilliant optical coatings.

At less than 4.5 inches long (4.25" to be exact), these conveniently sized binoculars are ideal for travel of any kind.

Featuring 25mm multi-coated objectives, the SeaOtter 10x25s deliver 10 power magnification and a 5.5-degree field of view so you won't miss any of the action. Excellent for birding, sports activities, wildlife observation and other viewing situations involving mobile targets.

Eyeglass wearers will especially appreciate the SeaOtter 10x25's great eye relief and retractable eyecups, which help to ensure that images appear just as sharp and bright as they do for those without glasses.

A near focus of just 5 feet means you'll be ready for those unexpected opportunities to see nature up close!

 

Orion UltraView 8x42 Wide-Angle Binocular

Technical Details
  • Eyeglass-friendly wide-angle binocular for birding, nature viewing or sporti ng events!
  • BAK-4 prisms and fully multi-coated eyepiece and objective lenses ensure maximum image quality
  • Long 22mm eye relief lets 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. Ten-year limited warranty

Between $200 and $500:

Orion Mini Giant - Binoculars 15 x 63 - porro

Technical Details

  • Big, light-grabbing binoculars excel for both astronomical and daytime viewing
  • Lenses and BAK-4 prisms are fully multi-coated for exceptional light transmission and bright images
  • Barrels are internally glare-threaded to eliminate ghosting and ensure rich contrast
  • For steady images and extended gazes, you'll want to mount these high-power binoculars on a tripod
  • Includes hard case, deluxe wide neck strap and lens caps. Five-year limited warranty

Orion's Mini Giant binoculars gather more light than a 50mm objective but without the bulk of larger "giant" binoculars. Their ample objectives deliver distinct high-contrast views of star clusters, bright nebulas, and galaxies.

The 9x63, 12x63, and 15x63 models feature a 63mm objective at successively higher magnifications. These models are also suitable for daytime or low-light observing.

The lenses and BAK-4 prisms are fully-multi-coated and the aluminum barrels internally glare-threaded to eliminate internal reflections. Each features pop-down eye-guards and rubber armoring for a secure grip. Includes hard case, deluxe wide neck strap, and lens caps.

 

Orion Apex 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope

Technical Details

  • Small enough to store on a bookshelf but with the power of traditional scopes five times its size!
  • 90mm aperture and 1250mm focal length for fantastic celestial and terrestrial views
  • Does not include tripod - can be purchased separately
  • Includes one eyepiece, finder scope, diagonal, case, and FREE Starry Night astronomy software
  • One-year limited warranty

With a tube length of 11 inches, a 90mm (3.5") precision-polished fully multi-coated meniscus front lens, and solid uncompromising construction. the Apex 90 Compact Mak is a paragon of portability, optical excellence, and durability.

The Apex 90 delivers bright, high-contrast images, and with a focal length of 1250mm (f/13.9) you also get a generous image scale. It features a built-in 1/4"-20 adapter plate that makes it easy to mount onto a standard photo tripod for viewing grand daytime vistas.

Attach a 35mm camera to the scope's visual back (with an optional T-ring adapter) and use the whole assembly as powerful telephoto lens for astrophotography and terrestrial shooting.

ncludes a 25mm Plossl eyepiece, 6x20 finder scope, 45-degree correct-image diagonal, and fully padded carrying case.

Ratings: 4 out of 5

 

Orion Resolux WP 10.5x70 Astronomical Binoculars

Technical Details

  • These rugged astronomical binoculars have high-resolution, flat-field optics
  • Fully waterproof and nitrogen purged to prevent lens fogging
  • BAK-4 prisms and advanced multi-coatings on all optical surfaces
  • 10.5x70 Resolux is still hand holdable, and has a 5.0 degrees field
  • 15x70 Resolux magnification delivers remarkable detail and a 4.4 degrees field. Tripod recommended

Resolux binoculars are our new favorite astro binoculars (and equally superb for long-distance daytime viewing), combining high-resolution, flat-field optics with rugged mechanical construction and the strict JTII spec for collimation.

They are fully waterproof, and nitrogen purged to prevent internal lens fogging. The BAK-4 prisms and advanced multi-coatings on all optical surfaces really drink in the light. The eyepieces focus individually, and with 18mm or more of eye relief on each model, even eyeglass wearers will see the full field of view. The Resolux's all-metal housing is armored with thick rubber to ensure a secure, comfortable grip.

Each binocular comes with tethered lens caps, heavy-duty tripod adapter, and neck strap. The 50mm models include a padded soft carrying case. Two-year limited warranty.

 

Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector Telescope

Technical Details

  • An affordable but very capable telescope
  • 130mm aperture and 900mm focal length for great all-around viewing performance
  • Includes sturdy tripod and equatorial mount for hands-free celestial tracking
  • Includes two eyepieces, finder scope, focuser, collimation cap, and FREE Starry Night astronomy soft
  • One-year limited warranty
 

Orion GrandView 20-60x100mm Spotting Scope

Technical Details

  • Features big, bold views, whatever your viewing target
  • Multi-coated 100mm achromatic objective lens delivers exceptional resolution
  • Eyepiece zooms from 20x to 60x magnification, providing tremendous imaging versatility
  • Includes rugged carrying case; tripod sold separately
  • Weighs 4 lbs., 14 oz. Two-year limited warranty

The multi-coated 100mm achromatic objective lens delivers exceptional resolution in full daylight or dim twilight.

The eyepiece, set at a 45 angle on the prism housing, zooms continuously from 20x to 60x magnification, providing tremendous imaging versatility. With a field of view ranging from 1.67? at 20x to 1.0? at 60x, and eye relief from 18mm to 15mm, respectively, the GrandView is a pleasure to look through.Internal glare-threading and baffling ensure great contrast, and an extendable lens shade eliminates extraneous glare. The one-finger focus wheel keeps images sharp.

Weighs 4lbs., 14 oz. Includes rugged carrying case.

 

Orion Apex 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope

Technical Details

  • Bright views of star clusters and nebulas and stunning lunar and planetary detail
  • 127mm aperture and 1540mm focal length put this telescope in a league of its own
  • Does not include tripod - can be purchased separately
  • Includes one eyepiece, finder scope, diagonal, case, and FREE Starry Night astronomy software
  • One-year limited warranty

When it comes to telescopes, bigger is better, and you can do no better than the Apex 127 Compact Mak. Its 127mm (5")-diameter optics collects 55% more light through its multi-coated, 5" meniscus lens than that of a 4" scope, putting it in the big leagues for astronomical observing and advanced nature study. But big doesn't mean bulky!

Even with a focal length of 1540mm (f/12.1), the Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design reduces the tube length to just 15"! The Apex 127 couples to any sturdy equatorial mount or photo-style tripod. T-threads on the eyepiece adapter also allow attachment of a 35mm camera body (with T-ring sold separately).

The classy Apex 127 comes standard with a 6x26 achromatic finder scope, a 45-deg correct-image prism diagonal, and fully padded case.

Ratings: 4 out of 5



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