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title: "Celestron Cometron 7x50mm Astronomy Binoculars"
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# 50mm multi-coated lenses for bright, detailed images 7x magnification for steady celestial views Tripod adaptable for stable, shake-free viewing Celestron Cometron 7x50mm Astronomy Binoculars

**Brand:** celestron
**Price:** R1977
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🌠 Unlock the cosmos with clarity and confidence—your gateway to the stars!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Celestron Cometron 7x50mm Astronomy Binoculars by celestron
- **How much does it cost?** R1977 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/79693944-celestron-cometron-7x50mm-astronomy-binoculars)

## Best For

- celestron enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted celestron brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Multi-Coated Optics:** Enhanced light transmission delivers crisp, high-contrast images day or night.
- • **Lightweight & Portable:** Carry your universe in your hands—perfect for spontaneous stargazing or hikes.
- • **Wide 6.8° Field of View:** Scan vast night skies and catch fleeting comets effortlessly.
- • **Humidity-Resistant Design:** Reliable performance even in challenging weather—no more fogged lenses.
- • **Beginner-Friendly with Pro Features:** Instantly focus with manual controls and enjoy lifetime warranty support.

## Overview

The Celestron Cometron 7x50mm Astronomy Binoculars combine beginner-friendly ease with powerful optics, featuring 7x magnification and large 50mm multi-coated lenses for bright, detailed views. Their wide 6.8° field of view and tripod adaptability make them ideal for both casual stargazing and daytime adventures. Lightweight, humidity-resistant, and backed by a limited lifetime warranty, these binoculars deliver exceptional value and performance for aspiring astronomers and outdoor enthusiasts alike.

## Description

Get ready to explore the night sky like never before with the Celestron Cometron 7x50 Binoculars—the perfect entry point for beginner astronomers and casual skywatchers. Whether you're scanning the sky, catching a glimpse of a passing comet, or enjoying daytime views of distant landscapes, these versatile binoculars deliver bright, crisp images with ease. With large 50mm objective lenses, the Cometron 7x50 gathers ample light to reveal celestial and terrestrial details. The 7x magnification offers a steady image and a wide 6.6° angular field of view, ideal for tracking comets or scanning large portions of the sky. Multi-coated optics enhance light transmission and image contrast, while BK7 prism glass provides bright, sharp views across the field. The traditional Porro prism design offers excellent depth perception and a rich, three-dimensional image quality—perfect for both sky and earth viewing. Built with comfort in mind, the Cometron binoculars feature rubberized grips, fold-down eyecups for eyeglass wearers, and a close focus distance of 26.2 feet (8 meters) for detailed views of nearby subjects. They’re lightweight and portable, making them a great companion for spontaneous stargazing, camping trips, and outdoor events. The Cometron 7x50 is tripod-adaptable, giving you the flexibility to attach it to a standard tripod for added stability during long observation sessions. Included in the box: Cometron 7x50 binoculars, lens caps, a soft carrying case, neck strap, and a lens cloth for easy maintenance and safe storage on the go. Discover a new perspective on the universe with the Celestron Cometron 7x50 Binoculars—where powerful performance meets beginner-friendly design.

Review: Possibly the best beginner stargazing tool out there - I bought these to supplement my stargazing. I am new to the hobby and have been using a bigger brother of these little guys (the 15x70), but while having to order another pair of the giants due to an accident, I decided to toss in a pair of these as well. They are so CHEAP! And so highly rated! I figured for the price it would be hard to go wrong. And this was the case - things went extremely right. I went to an event our local astronomy club gave for a scout group and set up my 15x70 on its tripod, and hung these around my neck. A little more background: we are in Florida, and the event happened in mid-June, and it had stormed all afternoon and was still dripping when we arrived at the site. The skies partially cleared as we waited, but the humidity could have filled up a filter jug. About 1/4 of the way into our various demonstrations, my large binoculars got fogged up on their tripod. The sides of the big binos - which are not coated with rubber - were literally dripping with dew by the end of the demonstration. The lenses fogged up completely, rendered useless by Florida's humidity. I could see more with my naked eye. So much for my brand-new pair of 15x70 giant binocs. It was a much happier story for our little troopers here. They have rubber on almost all of the exposed parts, and I don't know if that was the reason, but never ONCE did I notice fogging on the lenses, nor any dew on the binos. Thus it was that I was able to impress the scouts with how a light, inexpensive pair of binoculars can help open up the sky. I've heard stories of collimation problems, but I'm happy to say my pair was aligned perfectly and performed wonderfully, and one excited scout is almost certain to get a pair of them for Christmas this year as a result of the event... Of course, these would in theory be outstripped in functionality by much more expensive and/or larger binoculars. They don't image-stabilize, they aren't waterproof, and they are probably more subject to quality-control issues than if you bought something for $300 or more. But... price. You could buy TEN of these for the price of the really good binocs, and have spares for parties. They won't open up the sky like the larger binoculars or a telescope, but... they still bring out details the naked eye cannot see, and are the first thing I'd grab if I only had limited stargazing availability because they are zero-to-viewing in just a few seconds. And apparently they are somewhat resistant to the effects of extreme humidity, which is a massive plus here in the semi-tropics. Also, as a bonus, their smaller size makes them useful for daytime viewing as well (nature hikes, concerts, etc), something that I cannot say about the heavy, bulky 15x70s. These will start accompanying me on my park walks, and I've already used them to observe deer in my yard. I therefore highly recommend these not only as starter binocs for newbies to the night sky world, but as a permanent supplement for those who have a larger telescope. And they'd be great for daytime users as well. Their portability, usable quality, ease-of-use, and humidity resistance really makes them stand out when you consider how little they cost. And as I found out last night, they are just light enough that many children can manage them for several minutes at a time (though if the kid is small enough you might want to invest in a light-weight tripod - something that costs less than $30 should be fine for this particular pair). Yes, the really expensive brands are no doubt better, but at less than $30USD per pair, it's easy to justify starting out with these or just adding a pair to one's scope collection.
Review: The description on these binoculars are spot on! - These are great for the price and the clarity is phenomenal! I needed a pair of binoculars and researched which were great for viewing the night sky. They are lightweight and perfect for star gazing. You won’t be disappointed!

## Features

- EASY-TO-USE ASTRONOMY BINOCULARS FOR BEGINNERS: Cometron 7x50 binoculars are an easy, affordable way to learn the night sky and get started with astronomy.
- 7X MAGNIFICATION: With a wide field of view that reveals a larger portion of the night sky, Cometron is ideal for panning across the Milky Way, exploring constellations, and viewing large objects like comets.
- 50MM OBJECTIVES WITH MULTI-COATED OPTICS: Large objective lenses gather more light while multiple layers of anti-reflective coatings boost light transmission. Views are bright and detailed with increased contrast and resolution.
- GREAT FOR DAY AND NIGHT USE: Not just for astronomy—these binoculars are also great for birdwatching, hiking, and scenic viewing with a close focus of 26.2 feet.
- TRIPOD-ADAPTABLE FOR STABLE VIEWING: Designed with a built-in tripod adapter socket so you can mount the binoculars on a standard tripod (adapter not included) for shake-free, extended viewing sessions.
- WIDE 6.6° ANGULAR FIELD OF VIEW: Perfect for scanning large areas of the sky quickly—spot comets, star clusters, and even satellites with ease.
- UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading optics brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a Celestron Limited Lifetime US Warranty & US-based expert tech support.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B00DV6SI3Q |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Apparent Angle of View | 6.8 degrees |
| Best Sellers Rank | #31 in Camera & Photo Products ( See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products ) #21 in Binoculars |
| Brand | Celestron |
| Built-In Media | Carrying case, Eyepiece caps, Instruction manual, Lens cloth, Neck strap, Objective lens caps |
| Coating | Multi coated |
| Color | Black |
| Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 4,083 Reviews |
| Diopter Adjustment Range | ±3 diopters |
| EU Spare Part Availability Duration | 10 years |
| Enclosure Material | Aluminum |
| Exit-Pupil Diameter | 7.1 millimeters |
| Eye Relief | 13 |
| Features | Water Resistant |
| Field of View | 6.8 degrees |
| Focus Description | Manual Focus |
| Focus Type | Individual Focus |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00050234711982 |
| Item Dimensions L x W | 9"L x 8"W |
| Item Dimensions L x W x H | 6.6"L x 7.8"W x 2.5"H |
| Item Weight | 774 g |
| Low Light Technology | yes |
| Magnification Maximum | 7 x |
| Manufacturer | Celestron |
| Manufacturer Part Number | 71198-CGL |
| Model Name | Cometron 7x50mm Porro Binoculars |
| Model Number | 71198-CGL |
| Mount Type | Tripod Mount |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Objective Lens Diameter | 50 millimeters |
| Prism Type | Porro Prism |
| Relative Brightness | 50.41 |
| Size Map | Full Size |
| Special Feature | Water Resistant |
| Specific Uses | Star Gazing |
| Specific Uses For Product | Star Gazing |
| UPC | 050234711982 |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Warranty Description | Limited Lifetime |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
| Zoom Ratio | 7 multiplier_x |

## Product Details

- **Age Range (Description):** Adult
- **Brand:** Celestron
- **Magnification Maximum:** 7 x
- **Objective Lens Diameter:** 50 millimeters
- **Special Feature:** Water Resistant

## Images

![Celestron Cometron 7x50mm Astronomy Binoculars - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51qBpE5iXYL.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Configuration, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: Will these be good for hunting**
A: Yes, but it isn’t very sporting and there is no meat on these binoculars whatsoever.

**Q: What are the farthest objects in the night sky that one could see with this specific pair of binoculars? Can you see any planets?**
A: Well technically one can see the great Andromeda galaxy (M31) with relative ease and good resolution in the night sky. The galaxy is about 2.5 million light years from earth (15 million-trillion miles), which is pretty far away Other objects that can be well studied with these binoculars include the Orion Nebula (1600 light years away), the craters on the moon, the pleadies star cluster (425 light years away), and much more. One can study planets using these binoculars too. With these, one can make out the 4 largest moons of Jupiter, and the elliptical shape of Saturn and its rings. I've also used these to locate the distant planets Neptune and Uranus I'm the sky. Ultimately the quality of viewing will depend on dark-sky conditions (light pollution, etc)These are good binoculars for their price.

**Q: Can the focus be adjusted for near-sightedness?**
A: Yes, it can be adjusted on the right eye piece to compensate for near sightedness.  Helps me a lot since I have astigmatism in my right eye.

**Q: How would I go about using a tripod with these? What items would I need to get?**
A: These are only 7x binoculars. You won't need a tripod until you get into higher magnifications. 7x50 used to be good standard binoculars for decades, because it offered enough magnification while still being able to easily hand-hold them steadily. At 10x it starts to get more difficult to keep them steady. 50mm lenses in them are just large enough to make images bright & sharp enough to see clear even in shady areas, shadows, & star gazing.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Possibly the best beginner stargazing tool out there
*by K***E on June 11, 2016*

I bought these to supplement my stargazing. I am new to the hobby and have been using a bigger brother of these little guys (the 15x70), but while having to order another pair of the giants due to an accident, I decided to toss in a pair of these as well. They are so CHEAP! And so highly rated! I figured for the price it would be hard to go wrong. And this was the case - things went extremely right. I went to an event our local astronomy club gave for a scout group and set up my 15x70 on its tripod, and hung these around my neck. A little more background: we are in Florida, and the event happened in mid-June, and it had stormed all afternoon and was still dripping when we arrived at the site. The skies partially cleared as we waited, but the humidity could have filled up a filter jug. About 1/4 of the way into our various demonstrations, my large binoculars got fogged up on their tripod. The sides of the big binos - which are not coated with rubber - were literally dripping with dew by the end of the demonstration. The lenses fogged up completely, rendered useless by Florida's humidity. I could see more with my naked eye. So much for my brand-new pair of 15x70 giant binocs. It was a much happier story for our little troopers here. They have rubber on almost all of the exposed parts, and I don't know if that was the reason, but never ONCE did I notice fogging on the lenses, nor any dew on the binos. Thus it was that I was able to impress the scouts with how a light, inexpensive pair of binoculars can help open up the sky. I've heard stories of collimation problems, but I'm happy to say my pair was aligned perfectly and performed wonderfully, and one excited scout is almost certain to get a pair of them for Christmas this year as a result of the event... Of course, these would in theory be outstripped in functionality by much more expensive and/or larger binoculars. They don't image-stabilize, they aren't waterproof, and they are probably more subject to quality-control issues than if you bought something for $300 or more. But... price. You could buy TEN of these for the price of the really good binocs, and have spares for parties. They won't open up the sky like the larger binoculars or a telescope, but... they still bring out details the naked eye cannot see, and are the first thing I'd grab if I only had limited stargazing availability because they are zero-to-viewing in just a few seconds. And apparently they are somewhat resistant to the effects of extreme humidity, which is a massive plus here in the semi-tropics. Also, as a bonus, their smaller size makes them useful for daytime viewing as well (nature hikes, concerts, etc), something that I cannot say about the heavy, bulky 15x70s. These will start accompanying me on my park walks, and I've already used them to observe deer in my yard. I therefore highly recommend these not only as starter binocs for newbies to the night sky world, but as a permanent supplement for those who have a larger telescope. And they'd be great for daytime users as well. Their portability, usable quality, ease-of-use, and humidity resistance really makes them stand out when you consider how little they cost. And as I found out last night, they are just light enough that many children can manage them for several minutes at a time (though if the kid is small enough you might want to invest in a light-weight tripod - something that costs less than $30 should be fine for this particular pair). Yes, the really expensive brands are no doubt better, but at less than $30USD per pair, it's easy to justify starting out with these or just adding a pair to one's scope collection.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ The description on these binoculars are spot on!
*by M***E on July 4, 2026*

These are great for the price and the clarity is phenomenal! I needed a pair of binoculars and researched which were great for viewing the night sky. They are lightweight and perfect for star gazing. You won’t be disappointed!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ My own money, my own review
*by T***. on January 12, 2026*

I bought myself these binoculars for my own Christmas present. I wanted something to view the boats, mountains, and the stars... I'm an amateur star gazer... these binoculars are easy to use, no adjustments are needed. I appreciate the ease of use, the grab and go availability. These binoculars are good for terrain and star gazing. I'd say perfect for a beginner or intermediate. You won't be able to see planets distinctly, but you will be able to view the moon and the bright stars, as well as any terrain elements ie mountains, aerial movements etc. I appreciate these binoculars,although I wish there was more capacity for visual focus, as not all views have the ability to focus to a solid perspective. In short, feel comfortable buying these binoculars is you are looking for a device to help you better spectate your surroundings- ie stars or terrain- don't expect to see all the craters of the moon or the rings of Saturn. I'd definitely buy this product again, due to it meeting my needs- tbh I use these to search the sky for UAPs- which I have filmed and documented with this as a tool/device. I'm pleased with my purchase.

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