Experts prefer Celestron Nature DX over Nikon Prostaff 3S
On 14 Nov 2024 (12 days ago) we went through 84 Binoculars expert endorsements .
Currently, Celestron Nature DX received 3 endorsements from Space Exploration and Astronomy (23 Oct 2024), Digital Camera World (30 Oct 2024) and T3 (31 Oct 2024). Meanwhile, Nikon Prostaff 3S did not receive any endorsements this month.
Rank | Change | Price | Binoculars | money.com | OpticsMag | Space Exploration and Astronomy | GearJunkie | Task and Purpose | Digital Camera World | T3 | Wirecutter | Forbes | BestReviews |
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8 | - | $126 | Celestron Nature DX The Celestron Nature DX binoculars are highly praised for their optical quality, lightweight and compact design, and durability, making them a great choice for outdoor activities such as birdwatching, wildlife observation, and stargazing. | - | - | 3 | - | - | 6 | 4 | - | - | - |
N/A | N/A | $130 | Nikon Prostaff 3S | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - | - |
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Endorsement summary:
- On 23 Oct 2024 Space Exploration and Astronomy ranked Celestron Nature DX as #3
Rank Binoculars Comment ... ... ... #3 out of 13 Celestron Nature DX Best for affordable stargazing: A wide aperture and 12x magnification make these excellent for observing the cosmos... ... ... Source: www.space.com - On 30 Oct 2024 Digital Camera World ranked Celestron Nature DX as #6
Rank Binoculars Comment ... ... ... #6 out of 10 Celestron Nature DX Best for high magnification... ... ... Source: www.digitalcameraworld.com - On 31 Oct 2024 T3 ranked Celestron Nature DX as #4
Rank Binoculars Comment ... ... ... #4 out of 9 Celestron Nature DX The best binoculars for beginners... ... ... Source: www.t3.com
Rank | Change | Price | Binoculars | money.com | OpticsMag | Space Exploration and Astronomy |
GearJunkie | Task and Purpose | Digital Camera World | T3 | Wirecutter | Forbes | BestReviews |
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1 | - | $210 | Celestron Nature DX ED The Celestron Nature DX ED binoculars offer high-quality optics, durability, and a balance between weight and size, making them a versatile option for outdoor activities such as birdwatching, wildlife viewing, and stargazing. | - | - | 13 | - | - | 1 | 1 | - | - | - |
2 | - | $381 | Vortex Optics Viper HD The Vortex Optics Viper HD binoculars are highly praised for their optical quality, comfort, and durability, making them a reliable choice for outdoor activities such as birdwatching, hunting, and nature observation. | 2 | 1 | - | - | - | - | - | - | 6 | - |
3 | - | $1399 | Canon 10x42 L The Canon 10x42 L binoculars are highly recommended for stargazing and wildlife observation due to their good optical quality, 10x magnification, 42mm objective lenses, and durable construction. | - | - | 1 | - | - | 2 | 7 | - | - | - |
4 | - | $97 | Celestron Outland X The Celestron Outland X binoculars are highly praised for their optical quality, lightweight design, and durability, making them a reliable choice for outdoor enthusiasts. | 3 | - | - | 2 | - | 10 | - | - | - | 5 |
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Expert reviews [17]
- with a score: 9
- without a score: 8
Highest score by birding.rocks | 100 |
Average score based on 17 reviews | 89 |
Lowest score by Digital Camera World | 80 |
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- Inexpensive: The Celestron Nature DX 8x42 is a budget-friendly option that offers good value for the price.
- Good clarity and brightness: The binoculars provide clear and bright images, making them suitable for birdwatching and other outdoor activities.
- Average construction quality, mediocre low-light performance: The build quality of the binoculars is average, and they may not perform as well in low-light conditions compared to higher-end models.
- Affordable price tag for those on a budget.
- Good image quality for the price range.
- Versatile use for hunting, birding, and even stargazing.
- Lightweight and compact design.
- Durable construction.
- Some image blurring at maximum magnification.
- Clunky adjustment for the width of the eye pieces.
Expert reviews [9]
- with a score: 6
- without a score: 3
Highest score by T3 | 100 |
Average score based on 9 reviews | 94 |
Lowest score by Digital Camera World | 80 |
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- Impressive features at a wallet-friendly price tag.
- Beginner-friendly and suitable for a variety of activities.
- Lightweight and compact design for easy portability.
- High eyepoint design and turn-and-slide eyecups for comfortable use, even for eyeglass wearers.
- Superior image quality with multilayer-coated lenses and silver-alloy mirror coating.
- Waterproof and fogproof for durability in various weather conditions.
- Lens caps have a low-quality feel.
- Not the best lenses for low light and night vision.
- Alternatives may offer similar features at a lower price, but with lower quality lenses or without waterproof functionality.
- Ideal for general-purpose outdoor daytime use and robust enough to withstand the weather.
- Lightweight and comfortable to use, even for extended periods of time.
- Features a highly reflective silver alloy mirror coating and long eye relief for bright and clear viewing.
- Weatherproof and fog proof, making it suitable for all weather conditions.
- Closest focusing distance of 9.8ft allows for tracking subjects from far to near.
- Comes with front and back lens caps to prevent accidental loss.
- Long eye relief and extendable eyecups provide extra comfort for users with or without glasses.
- Intuitive operation and easy to use without reference to the manual.
- Offers sharp and bright performance under regular daylight conditions.
- Good value for the price point.
- Slight chromatic aberration/purple fringing may occur when viewing high contrast subjects, although it is rare.
- Overall clarity is not as high as Nikon's premium models, such as the Monarch HG line.
- THE PERFECT BINOCULARS FOR EVERY ADVENTURE: The views through Nature DX rival those of more expensive binoculars, at a price to fit your budget. Nature DX 8x42 reveals image detail you won’t find with other entry-level binoculars.
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- Multilayer-coated kenses for brighter images
- High-reflectivity silver-alloy mirror coatings for a bright and clear view
- Turn-and-slide rubber multi-click eyecups
- Water Proof and Fogproof
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