telescopeobserver Celestron packs a punch with the 22065 AstroMaster 102AZ. It strikes the balance of being well-suited to first-time telescope owners and fully delivering to stargazers interested in deep sky viewing. The refractor telescope is easily assembled, requiring no tools to set up and get viewing. It delivers sharp images of the Moon and planets, clusters, … Read more
Type Reflector/ Newtonian Aperture 130mm (5.1 inches) Focal Length 650mm Mount Fully Computerized Alt-azimuth Accessories Sturdy Stainless Steel Tripod, Accessory Tray, Astronomy Software, 2 Eyepieces and a StarPointer Red Dot Finder Scope. Focal Ratio f/5 Overview The Celestron SkyProdigy is a fully computerized alt-azimuth reflector. It is a modestly sized telescope at only 130mm, but … Read more
Type Reflector Aperture 130mm (5.11 inches) Focal Length 650 mm Mount German Equatorial Accessories 20mm eyepiece, 10mm eyepiece, Starpointer red dot finder scope, Starry Night software Focal Ratio f/5 Overview Celestron is a leader in telescopes, and the AstroMaster 130EQ does not disappoint. An excellent option for amateur enthusiasts, this model includes everything you need … Read more
Technology has come a long way, and the Celestron SkyPort WiFi Module is a true example of this. This nifty tool will turn your handheld devices into the control center of your telescope and therefore, your stargazing. Here is everything you need to know about it before you invest in one for yourself. Overview The Celestron SkyPort … Read more
Type Schmidt-Cassegrain Aperture 5 inches/ 127mm Focal Length 650mm Mount Dovetail Rail/ Threaded Mount Suitable for Photography Accessories 25 mm Plossl Eyepiece45° Erect Image DiagonalErect Image Finderscope (6×30)Insulated, Soft Carry Case Focal Ratio f/10 Angle of View 1°/ approximately 17 meters at 1000 meters Overview Spotting scopes are compact and portable high-powered devices used primarily … Read more
The Celestron PowerSeeker 127EQ is primarily aimed at keen amateur astronomers looking to buy their first telescope, providing them with a powerful tool to explore the beauty and marvels of the night sky. Aside from being one of the best-reviewed telescopes on our blog and being one of the more affordable options, they are of high quality, as … Read more
The Orion Observer altazimuth-mounted telescope is a basic telescope ideal for children and beginner astronomers who want to enjoy the views available in the nighttime sky. The scope boasts a number of features that make it easy to use, solid optics for amateur usage, and a quality construction. The result is a telescope that can … Read more
When you are trying to locate celestial objects, you may occasionally find that using two finder scopes or other attachments is useful. This is especially the case for beginners, who may need a little extra assistance locating objects in the nighttime sky. At the same time, most telescopes only come with one mounting area, requiring … Read more
The SkyQuest XX12g GoTo truss tube Dobsonian telescope from Orion is a high-end telescope designed to provide the closest thing to an ideal telescope possible. The scope is designed with three main features in mind: Portability, optical power, and exceptional tracking capability. Its ease of use make it ideal for beginners, while its excellent optics … Read more
Mid-sized telescopes typically have more to offer than their smaller counterparts. Most have larger apertures, which hold several major advantages. Aperture size influences the amount of light drawn in. Therefore a larger aperture means more light. Thus, dimly lit objects further away in space become identifiable. Other inclusive features include computer systems, finders, and databases. … Read more