Helios 2x40 Star Field Binocular

Helios 2x40 Star Field Binocular

A unique wide-field binocular designed for stargazing and naked-eye astronomy

The Helios 2x40 Star Field Binocular offers a truly immersive way to explore the night sky. Unlike conventional binoculars, it uses a modified Galilean optical system to provide an ultra-wide field of view with low 2x magnification, bridging the gap between naked-eye astronomy and traditional binocular observing.

Compact, lightweight, and robustly built, the Helios 2x40 enhances your night-sky experience by revealing far more stars than the naked eye can see. Whether you’re scanning the Milky Way, watching meteor showers, or admiring star clusters and constellations, this binocular delivers an unforgettable cosmic perspective.

Key Features

• 🌌 Unique 2x magnification – see the night sky like never before, with more stars visible than the naked eye

• 🔭 Super-wide 24° field of view – ideal for constellations, comets, and meteor showers

• ✨ Four times the light-gathering power of the naked eye – reveals fainter stars under dark skies

• 🌠 Fully multi-coated optics – sharp, high-contrast images with excellent clarity

• 🖼️ Upright, fully corrected images – natural and comfortable to observe

• ⚙️ CNC-machined aluminium body – strong, durable, and lightweight

• 🎭 Versatile use – doubles as theatre or opera glasses thanks to its wide view

• 🎁 Supplied with neck strap and semi-hard zipped case – for safe storage and transport

An Immersive Astronomy Experience

Unlike higher-power binoculars or telescopes, the Helios 2x40 Star Field Binocular provides a panoramic view of the night sky.

• Perfect for Milky Way exploration, with stars and nebulae standing out against the dark sky.

• Excellent for spotting open clusters, bright galaxies, and large nebulae.

• Superb for comets and meteor showers, thanks to its wide-angle coverage.

• Also enjoyable for daytime use, such as theatre, opera, or wide-field landscape observation.

Optical & Build Quality

• Modified Galilean design – delivers ultra-wide views at low power.

• Fully multi-coated lenses – enhance brightness and reduce glare.

• Large 40mm objectives – increase light-gathering power for stargazing.

• CNC-machined aluminium body – precision engineered for strength and longevity.

• Compact & lightweight – just 189g (238g with case), making it easy to carry anywhere.

Specifications – Helios 2x40 Star Field Binocular

• Magnification: 2x

• Objective lens diameter: 40mm

• Eye relief: 10mm

• Angular field of view: 24°

• Actual field of view: 445m @ 1000m

• Close focus: 2m

• Interpupillary distance: 56–72mm

• Dioptre range: –5 to +3

• Size: 122 × 49 × 38mm

• Weight: 189g (238g with case)

What’s in the Box

• Helios 2x40 Star Field Binocular

• Neck strap

• Semi-hard zipped protective case

Why Choose the Helios 2x40 Star Field Binocular?

The Helios 2x40 is unlike any other binocular – it provides an immersive, wide-angle view of the night sky that connects you more closely to the cosmos. Lightweight, portable, and easy to use, it’s perfect for:

• Stargazers wanting to enhance naked-eye views

• Observing the Milky Way, star fields, and constellations

• Watching meteors and comets with a wide field of view

• Astronomy enthusiasts seeking a unique observing tool to complement telescopes and standard binoculars

With its robust build and fully multi-coated optics, it’s also a long-lasting companion for both casual and serious astronomy sessions.