Celestron · Updated July 2026
Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42: price, specs & release date
Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42, released 2013. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
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The Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 is listed at $319.95 on celestron.com as of 2026-07-25, #6 cheapest of 15 binoculars (median $339.95); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Bronze Deskmark — 33/100 pay-blind standing, #9 of 15 in class.
Verified Jul 25, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 a good buy?
At $320, the Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 is #6 cheapest of the 15 binoculars we track, where the median is $339.95. On the spec sheet, its magnification of 8x is the lowest of the 15, its release of 2013 is the lowest of the 9, and its field of view ft 1000yd of 426 is above the median of the 15. By release date, it is the oldest of the 9 we date.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $319.95 Retailer price $319.95 on optics4birding.com ("Your Price: $319.95 USD") for SKU 71404. The Celestron manufacturer page lists no price (retailer-only), so no MSRP is sourced verbatim; the $319.95 street price is used. |
|---|---|
| Brand | Celestron |
| Released | 2013 |
| Magnification | 8x |
| Objective lens (mm) | 42 |
| Field of view ft 1000yd | 426 |
| Eye relief (mm) | 17 |
| Weight (oz) | 23.1 |
| Waterproof | Yes |
| Prism type | Roof |
Source: celestron.com (verified 2026-07-10) · corroborated by optics4birding.com. Verified by direct fetch of the Celestron manufacturer page for the TrailSeeker 8x42mm Roof Binoculars (Item #71404, the exact model): magnification 8x, objective 42mm, linear field of view 426 ft at 1000 yds, eye relief 17mm, weight 23.1 oz, BaK-4 roof prism, nitrogen-filled waterproof; its FAQ explicitly states "Celestron launched the TrailSeeker line in 2013" (refreshed to black armor in Oct 2020, identical internals). The manufacturer page shows no price. Price $319.95 USD and model identity (SKU 71404, 8x42, 426 ft FOV, 17mm eye relief, 23.1 oz, roof prism) confirmed by direct fetch of the Optics4Birding retailer listing.
Is the Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 worth it vs cheaper binoculars?
Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 against its closest cheaper and pricier binoculars on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 15 ranked
| Product | Price | Magnification | Objective lens (mm) | Field of view ft 1000yd | Eye relief (mm) | Weight (oz) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 this | $319.95 | 8x | 42 | 426 | 17 | 23.1 |
| Leupold BX-2 Alpine HD 10x42 | $249.99 | 10x | 42 | 342 | 15 | 24.3 |
| Vortex Diamondback HD 10x42 | $329.99 | 10x | 42 | 330 | 15 | 21.3 |
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 cost?
The Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 has a US price of $319.95 (Retailer price $319.95 on optics4birding.com ("Your Price: $319.95 USD") for SKU 71404. The Celestron manufacturer page lists no price (retailer-only), so no MSRP is sourced verbatim; the $319.95 street price is used.), as of 2026-07-10.
How does the Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 compare on price?
At $320, the Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 is #6 cheapest of the 15 binoculars we track, where the median is $339.95.
When was the Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 released?
The Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 was released 2013.
What are the Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42's key specs?
Celestron TrailSeeker 8x42 (Celestron): magnification 8x, objective lens mm 42, field of view ft 1000yd 426, eye relief mm 17, weight oz 23.1. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-07-10.
Price of record: $319.95 at celestron.com, 2026-07-25. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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