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Celestron Echelon 20x70 Binoculars
Celestron Echelon 20x70 Binoculars
Celestron Echelon 20x70 Binoculars
Celestron Echelon 20x70 Binoculars
Celestron Echelon 20x70 Binoculars
Celestron Echelon 20x70 Binoculars
Celestron Echelon 20x70 Binoculars
Celestron Echelon 20x70 Binoculars

Celestron Echelon 20x70 Binoculars

by Celestron
SKU CEL-71454
$1,099.95 - $1,099.95
$1,099.95
$1,099.95 - $1,099.95
$1,099.95
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  • 20x Magnification
  • 70mm Objective Lenses
  • 3.0° Angular Field of View
  • 19.5mm Extended Eye Relief
  • XLT Coated Japanese Optics
  • Waterproof and Nitrogen-Purged
  • Includes Custom Waterproof Hard Case
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  • Celestron Echelon 20x70mm Porro Binoculars

    The Celestron Echelon 20x70mm Porro Binoculars deliver uncompromising low-light and long-range observation by pairing high-power 20x magnification with large, 70mm Japanese-made objective lenses. With a generous 19.5mm of eye relief and a 3.5mm exit pupil, these binoculars provide comfortable, bright views across a 3.0° angular field of view. The optical system achieves a twilight factor of 37.42, enabling you to resolve fine detail long after sunset or deep into the night sky.

    70mm Japanese Optics with XLT Coatings

    At the core of the Echelon 20x70 are superior 70mm objective lenses, handcrafted in Japan and paired with high-grade BaK-4 prisms. All air-to-glass surfaces receive Celestron's proprietary XLT multi-coatings—the same coatings used on observatory-grade telescopes. This combination maximizes light transmission and produces images with exceptional contrast, sharpness, and neutral color fidelity, critical for discerning subtle details on distant subjects or faint celestial objects.

    37.42 Twilight Factor for Astronomical Viewing

    Engineered for peak performance in low light, the Echelon 20x70's specifications translate directly to superior astronomical and terrestrial views at dusk. The 37.42 twilight factor and 3.5mm exit pupil deliver a bright, detailed image, allowing the binoculars to reach a limiting stellar magnitude of 11.73 under ideal conditions. This optical power allows you to resolve individual stars in globular clusters like the Hercules Cluster (M13) or trace the faint dust lanes of the Andromeda Galaxy (M31).

    Waterproof, Nitrogen-Purged Build with 19.5mm Eye Relief

    The Echelon 20x70 is built for field use, featuring a robust aluminum alloy housing that is both durable and lightweight for its size. The chassis is sealed and nitrogen-purged, making it fully waterproof and preventing internal fogging in damp environments. An individual eyepiece focus system ensures precise, stable focus at infinity. With 19.5mm of eye relief, these binoculars offer comfortable viewing for all users, including those who wear eyeglasses, without sacrificing the full 3.0° field of view.

    • Individual Focus: Set each eyepiece independently for your specific vision, ensuring tack-sharp views at infinity that don't drift during use.
    • Tripod Adaptable: At a weight of 1840 g, these binoculars are tripod-adaptable for steady, fatigue-free viewing during extended sessions.
    • Durable Armor: A protective rubber armor provides a secure, non-slip grip and shields the housing from minor impacts.

    Assembled in the USA with a Custom Waterproof Hard Case

    While the optics are sourced from Japan, every pair of Echelon binoculars is hand-assembled by skilled technicians in Southern California, ensuring meticulous quality control. To protect this investment, each binocular includes a custom-fitted, waterproof hard shell case. This rugged case provides ultimate protection from dust, moisture, and impact, ensuring your optics remain safe and perfectly collimated wherever you take them.

    Celestron Echelon 20x70 vs. SkyMaster Binoculars

    For observers considering different large-aperture options, the Echelon 20x70 represents a significant step up from Celestron's popular SkyMaster series.

    • SkyMaster Advantage: The SkyMaster series offers an accessible entry point into large-aperture viewing and often includes models with larger objectives (like 80mm), providing more light-gathering power at a lower price.
    • Echelon Advantage: The Echelon's superiority lies in its optical and mechanical refinement. It uses higher-grade Japanese optics and BaK-4 prisms with Celestron's best XLT coatings for demonstrably sharper, higher-contrast images. Its aluminum alloy body, full waterproofing, and nitrogen purging offer a level of durability the SkyMaster's polycarbonate housing cannot match. The Echelon's individual focus system is more robust for astronomical use than the SkyMaster's center focus, and the included waterproof hard case is a professional-grade accessory.

  • How do the Celestron Echelon 20x70 perform on deep-sky objects like the Andromeda Galaxy (M31)?

    They are exceptional for this purpose. The combination of 20x magnification and high-quality 70mm objectives with XLT coatings provides the power and light grasp to resolve M31's bright core, its companion galaxies (M32 and M110), and even hints of its dust lanes from a dark-sky site. The 3.0° field of view is wide enough to frame many large nebulae and star clusters completely.

    I observe from a location with heavy dew. Will the Celestron Echelon 20x70 optics fog up?

    No, the internal optics are protected. The Echelon 20x70 is fully waterproof and nitrogen-purged. This process removes internal moisture and seals the optical housing, preventing condensation or fog from forming on the inside surfaces of the lenses and prisms, even with significant temperature drops or high humidity.

    What is the advantage of the Echelon 20x70's individual focus system?

    An individual focus system allows you to set the focus for each eye separately. For long-distance and astronomical viewing where the subject is at infinity, this is a "set-it-and-forget-it" system. It is more mechanically robust than a center focus mechanism and is less likely to be accidentally bumped, ensuring your view remains perfectly sharp throughout an observing session.

    At 1840 g, are the Celestron Echelon 20x70 binoculars too heavy for handheld use?

    For brief periods, they can be handheld by most users. However, their 1840 g (65 oz) weight and 20x magnification make any small hand movements noticeable. For the best, shake-free views, especially for astronomy or extended surveillance, mounting them on a sturdy photographic tripod is highly recommended. They are tripod-adaptable for this purpose.

    Can I use the Celestron Echelon 20x70 with eyeglasses?

    Yes, absolutely. The Echelon 20x70 features a long eye relief of 19.5mm, which is ample space for most eyeglass wearers to see the entire 3.0° field of view without needing to remove their glasses. The included rubber eyecups help position your eyes at the correct distance.

    Why is the close focus of the Echelon 20x70 so long at 100 meters?

    These binoculars are specialized instruments designed for extreme long-range observation. The optical design is optimized for viewing subjects at or near infinity. The 100 m (328.1 ft) close focus is a trade-off for this high-power, long-distance optical design and is not a limitation for their intended uses like astronomy, landscape viewing, or surveillance.

  • Magnification 20x
    Objective Lens Diameter 70mm (2.76")
    Angular Field of View 3.0°
    Linear Field of View 157 ft @ 1000 yds (52 m @ 1000 m)
    Exit Pupil 3.5mm (.14")
    Eye Relief 19.5mm (.77")
    Close Focus 328.1 ft (100 m)
    Interpupillary Distance 58mm - 72mm (2.28" - 2.83")
    Diopter Adjustment ±4
    Prism Type BaK-4
    Lens Coatings XLT (Fully Multi-Coated)
    Twilight Factor 37.42
    Relative Brightness 12.25
    Limiting Stellar Magnitude 11.73 (Ideal), 10.73 (Moderate)
    Environmental Protection Waterproof, Nitrogen Filled
    Tripod Adaptable Yes
    Weight 65 oz (1840 g)
    Dimensions 258mm x 222mm x 84mm (10.15" x 8.74" x 3.31")

    • Neck strap

      × 1

    • Hard shell Waterproof carrying case

      × 1

    • Objective lens caps

      × 1

    • Eyepiece cover

      × 1

    • Lens cloth

      × 1

    • Instruction manual

      × 1

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