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Celestron Luminos 10 mm - 1.25"

SKU CEL-93431
Original price CA$195.00 - Original price CA$195.00
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CA$195.00
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  • 82° Apparent Field of View
  • 10mm Focal Length for High-Magnification Views
  • 7-Element Fully Multi-Coated Optics
  • Parfocal with all Luminos Eyepieces
  • 12mm Eye Relief with Adjustable Pop-Up Eyeguard
  • Standard 1.25" Barrel with Filter Threads
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  • Celestron Luminos 10mm Eyepiece - 1.25"

    The Celestron Luminos 10mm Eyepiece delivers an immersive, high-magnification window into the sky with its expansive 82° apparent field of view. Its 7-element optical design is fully multi-coated to maximize contrast on fine planetary and lunar detail, while the 12mm of eye relief provides comfort during extended sessions. Weighing just 11.61 oz, this 1.25" eyepiece maintains a parfocal design across the entire Luminos series, minimizing the need to refocus when changing magnification.

    An 82° Apparent Field from a 7-Element System

    The core of the Luminos 10mm is its ultra-wide 82° apparent field, which creates a "spacewalk" viewing sensation that fills your vision. This wide perspective is ideal for framing globular clusters, planetary nebulae, and lunar craters in their entirety, providing context that narrower eyepieces miss. The 7-element, 5-group optical system is fully multi-coated to ensure bright, sharp images with minimal internal reflections, rendering crisp views from the center to the edge of the 17mm field stop.

    Polished Aluminum Body with a 12mm Pop-Up Eyeguard

    The Luminos 10mm is built from polished and anodized aluminum for durability and a premium feel. A tactile rubber grip provides a secure hold, even with gloves on, and serves as the control for the pop-up eyeguard. A simple twist raises or lowers the guard, allowing you to set the optimal distance to accommodate the 12mm of eye relief, which is a key consideration for observers who wear glasses. This adjustment helps block stray light and maintain a comfortable viewing position.

    Parfocal Design for Seamless Magnification Changes

    All eyepieces in the Celestron Luminos series are designed to be parfocal, a critical feature for efficient observing. This means you can switch from the 10mm to another Luminos eyepiece of a different focal length with little to no refocusing required. This saves valuable time when tracking a planet across the sky or when comparing views of a deep-sky object at different powers, keeping your target sharp and centered in the field as you swap between eyepieces.

  • What is the main advantage of the Luminos 10mm's 82° field of view?

    The 82° apparent field of view provides an immersive, "spacewalk" experience. At the high magnification provided by the 10mm focal length, this allows you to see objects like the Orion Nebula (M42) or the Hercules Cluster (M13) within a wider, more dramatic context, rather than feeling like you're looking through a narrow tube.

    Is the Luminos 10mm a good choice for planetary viewing?

    Yes. The 10mm focal length offers high magnification suitable for resolving details on Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars in most telescopes. The fully multi-coated 7-element optics are designed to deliver the sharp, high-contrast views necessary for discerning cloud bands, Cassini's Division, and subtle surface features.

    How does the Luminos 10mm perform in a Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope (SCT)?

    In a typical 8" f/10 SCT, the Luminos 10mm yields a high magnification of 203x, which is excellent for splitting tight double stars and observing fine detail on planets and the Moon. The wide 82° field helps in locating and centering these objects at such high power.

    Is the 12mm eye relief on the Luminos 10mm sufficient for eyeglass wearers?

    The 12mm eye relief is on the tighter side for an 82° eyepiece. While many observers with glasses can see a large portion of the field, some may not be able to see the entire 82° at once. The pop-up eyeguard helps position your eye correctly, but for those with significant astigmatism requiring glasses, it's a point of consideration.

    What does it mean that the Luminos 10mm is "parfocal"?

    Being parfocal means you can switch this eyepiece with any other eyepiece in the Celestron Luminos series and the telescope will remain in focus. This is a significant convenience, as it eliminates the need to make major focus adjustments each time you change magnification, saving time and keeping your target centered.

    Can I use filters with the Celestron Luminos 10mm eyepiece?

    Yes. The 1.25" insert barrel is threaded to accept standard 1.25" astronomy filters, such as moon filters, light pollution filters, or color filters for planetary observing.

  • Barrel Size 1.25" (32mm)
    Focal Length 10mm (0.39")
    Apparent Field of View 82°
    Eye Relief 12mm (0.47")
    Optical Design 7 elements in 5 groups
    Optical Coatings Fully Multi-Coated
    Field Stop Diameter 17mm (0.67")
    Parfocal Yes, with Luminos series
    Filter Threads Accepts 1.25" filters
    Eyeguard Yes, pop-up adjustable
    Body Material Polished and Anodized Aluminum
    Dimensions 91mm x 57.5mm x 57.5mm (3.58" x 2.26" x 2.26")
    Weight 11.61 oz (329 g)
    Waterproof No
    • Celestron Luminos 10mm Eyepiece in box

      Luminos 10mm Eyepiece - 1.25"

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    • Dust caps for 1.25-inch eyepiece

      Dust Caps

      × 2 (top and bottom)

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