No, all modern telescopes are not reflectors. Reflectors use mirrors to gather and focus light, while other types of telescopes use lenses. There are advantages and disadvantages to both designs. Reflectors tend to be cheaper and easier to make, but they are also more likely to suffer from image distortion. Lenses are more expensive, but they produce sharper images.
Yes, you can look at the moon during the day with a telescope. The moon is one of the brightest objects in the sky, so it's easy to see even during the daytime.
No, you cannot use your telescope through a window. The glass in a window will distort the image that you see through your telescope.
No, you cannot use a reflector telescope in daylight. The telescope relies on light reflecting off of a mirror in order to work, and there is not enough light during the day for this to happen. The telescope would just appear black.
4.5/5
Ships pre-assembled so you can go from the box to your backyard in minutes. Glass material : Low thermal expansion borosilicate glass
A great compact grab-and-go telescope designed for entry-level and intermediate astronomy enthusiasts; Focal length: 450mm
Substantial 4.5 inch aperture and fast f/4 focal ratio provides bright, detailed views of solar system targets like the Moon and planets, as well as wide-field celestial objects like nebulas and star clusters
Includes two Explorer II 1.25 inch Kellner telescope eyepieces (17mm and 6mm), EZ Finder II reflex sight for easy aiming, eyepiece rack, collimation cap, Starry Night astronomy software, and more!
Stable tabletop base provides smooth altazimuth motion for easy manual tracking of celestial objects. Age Range-13 years
$234
My very first scope was this one. So I'm not a seasoned astro nerd. But I can assure you that you will have your mind blown.When using a telescope for the first time, it takes some experience to get the swing of things. The telescope was shipped swiftly, and the construction was simple. The scope functions well generally, though I can't seem to get my laser sight to stay completely sighted in; I probably need to read the directions more closely. You know how you feel like you can nearly see a billion stars in between the brighter stars? Beautifully, this lens focuses well and really gathers up light. They're there, I guess. With this device, you can look into a pitch-black space and suddenly discover additional stars there.Prior to making the purchase, I did some research. This appeared to be the greatest entry-level scope for the money that can gather a respectable amount of light. Started squinting and learning the constellations; the moon is incredibly detailed and close up; I haven't had a chance to see planets yet; however, I frequently see satellites whizzing by and star clusters; and although I live in an area with some light pollution, I haven't even tried it out in the country where the view will be better.Perhaps I'm crazy, but this is preferable to watching television. I sat outside in the bed of my truck in the driveway just marveling at the stars. They are all different colors, and there are flashes of light that are clearly visible. You can tell that they are just like the sun, but they are just incredibly far away. I'm not sure.A few weeks ago, I was out in the dark gazing at the stars while drinking a screwdriver, thinking about whether or not there is a god and whether or not we are alone in the universe, when suddenly it hit me like a ton of bricks. I have a hard time putting it into words, but it was a religious experience. Strange. difficult to express The only way I can describe it is that I was overcome with a great paralyzing emotion that combined love, grief, peace, longing, fear, happiness, and despair. an existence. I'm no longer unsure of anything. If you haven't yet, maybe you'll someday have a religious experience. So, I hope.This tiny light bucket serves as your window into the cosmos in addition to potentially inciting life-altering experiences. My favorite. Though this one is fantastic and highly portable, one day I'll get a bigger light bucket. I've been making use of it as often as I can for the past three months, studying all the stars under occasionally hazy winter skies. The beautiful thing is that the stars vary with the seasons. There is always something fresh to see and a different place to look and explore.You'll have your mind blown! If you're debating whether to purchase it or not, do so. Look up to the sky. Consider life. We still have so much to learn and so much to discover. Try it out!I have been really happy with the scope's performance as a novice with no prior expertise. exceeded my expectations, and the cost was well spent. Should it turn out to be shoddy and malfunction or break, I will go back and find this review. If there are no updates, suppose that I'm still in the driveway drinking screwdriver.Updated in April 2019: It broke down. What a piece of junk it is.Actually, I'm joking. Still performs as well as the day I purchased her. I've observed the planets, a band or two of clouds on Jupiter, as well as its moons, the rings of Saturn, Andromeda, the brighter Messier objects, star clusters, etc. since I submitted the original evaluation. fantastic news I've relocated out in the country, where the stars are actually visible. Very little light pollution. The old lady and I were camping one wonderfully clear night, admiring the stars. I pointed the telescope at the Milky Way's middle band so that you could see as many stars through it as you could in the entire night sky with your unaided eye. It is really absurd. Watch the space documentary by Tim and Eric. It will astound you.great range She has endured significant abuse in the back of my pickup on rutted, corroded dirt roads. Although it is a fairly sturdy piece of equipment, I wouldn't advise doing that. I'll order the XT8 SOON... one day soon (the step up with the 8" aperture.) Oh yes, brother.
4.3/5
Short 24 inch long optical tube design for easy portability and fast f/5 focal ratio for pleasing wide-field performance makes the SpaceProbe 130ST EQ a very versatile telescope the whole family can enjoy
Complete assembled telescope weighs just 27 lbs. for convenient transport
Sturdy EQ-2 equatorial telescope mount and adjustable tripod allows manual slow-motion tracking of celestial objects as they appear to migrate across the night sky , Counterweight bar length - 8 inches
This 5.1 inch aperture reflector telescope gathers an ample amount of light for great views of the planets and Moon, as well as brighter galaxies, nebulas, and star clusters
Includes two 1.25 inch Sirius Plossl eyepieces (25mm and 10mm), 6x30 finder scope, 1.25inch rack and pinion focuser, tripod accessory tray, collimation cap, Starry Night astronomy software, and more!
$234
The sole purpose for which I purchased a telescope—and I know this may sound foolish—was to observe the moon. My three-year-old daughter was particularly interested in finding the moon since she has this peculiar talent for recognizing it in the sky as soon as it becomes apparent. Why not acquire a telescope and show her what it looks like up close, I wondered. I essentially compared telescopes on Amazon using the same method I use to compare anything else: the number of reviews. This telescope was the first to appear, and the price seemed fair, so I bought it. I don't have a bad mouth, but when I first took it out and looked at the moon's detail, the curse words just started coming out. I was speechless at how stunning it was. As a child, I had gazed through telescopes, but never one that provided such clear, in-depth views. However, other than stargazing (and you can actually see a TON more than with the naked eye - it's incredible), I had no idea how to use it or even detect objects in the sky. Ken from Orion can explain you how to use the mount if you visit their website. Seven months later, I was reading an article by an astronomy professor when he remarked that as a child, he had used a telescope to view the rings of Saturn. I don't know why, but I had assumed that my moderately cost gadget couldn't see detail that far away. When I found Saturn in the telescope after reading that, the expletives started to flow again like a waterfall. Depending on how clear and haze-free the night was, in addition to being able to view Saturn's rings plainly, I was also able to see up to six moons. Well, that hooked me. Despite some trial and error, downloading a better sky map on my smartphone, and learning how to use the equatorial mount properly, I was able to locate the Andromeda galaxy after initially having problems detecting other objects. Being physically looking at the past while gazing at a galaxy 2.5 million light years away is truly mind-blowing. Jupiter and Mars will soon be visible in the night sky, and I can't wait. My daughter and I were going to enjoy some cool moon views, but it has turned into my newest obsession. The eyepiece I recently purchased costs half as much as this telescope, so you can see that Orion is doing things well. And that's just the beginning. A Barlow lens, a polarizing moon filter, a sun filter, a hydrogen alpha filter, an accessory case, and even a "vacation" savings account with my bank for a larger telescope are all things I intend to purchase in the upcoming months. Now I'm unsure if it's too soon to consider an astrophotography camera. Who will I contact for my next telescope as well as all of these accessories? That's correct, the business that can provide me with a telescope of this quality and at such a competitive cost. Also, keep in mind that the bigger telescope I'm picturing won't render this one obsolete. The SpaceProbe 130ST is relatively lightweight and portable (around 25 lbs. assembled). I'll get sharper and brighter views of faint deep space objects like nebulae and galaxies if I ever manage to save enough money for a four foot-long "light bucket," but for brighter objects like planets, this will probably remain my preferred telescope due to its size and portability. Almost every clear night, I take it out of my basement. An 80-115 lb. scope prevents it from happening in my opinion.
4.1/5
MAKSUTOV-CASSEGRAIN OPTICAL DESIGN: The NexStar 127SLT is the second-largest in the SLT family. The 127mm aperture gathers enough light to see our Solar System and beyond. View Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s cloud bands, and the Moon in brilliant detail.
FAST SETUP WITH SKYALIGN: Celestron’s proprietary SkyAlign procedure has you ready to observe in minutes. Simply center any three bright objects in the eyepiece and the NexStar SLT aligns to the night sky, ready to locate thousands of objects.
UNBEATABLE WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from the world’s #1 telescope brand, based in California since 1960. You’ll also receive a two-year warranty and unlimited access to technical support from our team of US-based experts.
COMPUTERIZED STAR LOCATING TELESCOPE: The Celestron NexStar 127SLT is a computerized telescope that offers a database of more than 40,000 stars, galaxies, nebulae, and more. The telescope locates your object with pinpoint accuracy and tracks it.
COMPACT AND PORTABLE: This telescope for adults and kids to be used together is ideal for weekend camping trips or excursions to dark sky sites. Its compact form factor makes it easy to transport and assemble just about anywhere.
BONUS FREE STARRY NIGHT SOFTWARE: The NexStar 127SLT Computerized Telescope includes a FREE download of one of the top consumer rated astronomy software programs for an interactive sky simulation.
$234
The Celestron NexStar 127SLT Maksutov Computerized Telescope is the subject of this review. I chose the Maksutov design over the refractor or Newtonian SLT versions for a number of reasons. Without the coma of a Newtonian, the Mak provides a better image throughout the field of view. The instrument's large focal length, produced by the folded optical path, makes it perfect for seeing the Sun, Moon, and planetary objects. It is shorter than a refractor, though. The Mak can still be used to observe deep-sky objects like the Hercules Cluster and the Andromeda Galaxy (M31) (M13). Just don't anticipate seeing through a Dobsonian "light bucket," please. That is not its intended use.It is significantly simpler to handle and transport than longer telescopes due to the compact tube size. It is also easier to keep dust and other debris out of the telescope tube because it has a closed tube design. The telescope optics will need cleaning considerably less frequently than a standard Newtonian system as long as one utilizes the tube cover on the front and eyepiece holder plug in the back when not in use. Since the tube is closed, there are no thermal tube currents to skew the image.The size of the 127 millimeter diameter aperture is equivalent to nearly 5 inches. Despite being modest by today's standards of enormous Dobsonian monsters, the telescope equipment can easily be transported outside and fits in my car. I use this scope more frequently than my older, larger Newtonian, mostly because it is so much more manageable. To gain clear views of objects in the solar system, the aperture size is more than adequate. It can be a little challenging to focus because any movement of the focuser knob will be plainly visible in the image, but this is mostly a mount issue. However, once focus is attained and the scope calms down, the sights are spectacular. I have captured stunning views of the Saturnian ring system, the lunar craters, the solar sunspot groups, and Jupiter's moon eclipsing the disk using the 127 SLT, a Celestron NexImage 5 camera, and the FireCapture camera software (with an appropriate glass solar filter mounted on the front). With this telescope, using the camera is recommended because it creates a "hands-off" setup.The telescope's fully computerized "Goto" function is another fantastic feature. The computer system can point the telescope at any celestial object once it has been initialized. (Yes, the telescope can be pointed at arbitrary Right Ascension/Declination coordinates.) The NexStar Hand Controller, which came with the SLT and holds the object databases, communicates with the user through a red-backlit LCD and a red-lit keypad. The hand controller I received was not the most recent hardware model with a USB connector to enable changing the system's software from a PC. Instead, I got a slightly older (2014) model with an RS232 serial connection that still used the RJ45 phone jack interface. (Is there still older stuff in the warehouse?) To upgrade the internal flash, I needed to connect this device to my laptop using a USB-to-RS232 adapter. The hand controller's firmware required updating, even though the internal motor controller's firmware was up to date. The upgrade was done successfully through the Celestron Firmware Manager, which is accessible online at their website.The DC motor control system for the alititude and azimuth motors is housed in the one-armed fork system that joins the tripod mount to the telescope tube. This system also keeps track of the location of the motors' optical encoders. Through a coil of cable, this motor controller communicates with the hand controller. On one of the tripod's legs is a plastic holder designed to hold the hand controller while not in use.The mount's "wobbliness" has to be the system's weakest link. With the tripod's legs fully extended and its base resting on a cement patio, every breeze and hand contact are reflected in the photograph. It makes it very challenging to concentrate. However, the effect can be lessened with a few easy techniques. Start by not fully extending the tripod legs. The mount becomes more sturdy and vibration dampening time decreases with the length of the tripod legs. Second, adding weight to the tripod increases its bulk and reduces the frequency of its natural vibration. A photo of a user adding a tiny sandbag to the center tripod tray to increase stability caught my eye. Third, set the tripod down on sand or soil. The tripod legs are not best supported by a cement patio. By driving the tripod legs into the grass's dirt, I have experienced significantly less image movement. Of course, Celestron sells vibration dampening pads to address this problem, but they seem to me to be fairly expensive.Now, go ahead and pay an additional $1000 if you want a larger mount. Better, larger mounts are available from Celestron. Whatever you pay for, you get. Be ready to raise that heavy mount, though. I'll continue using this less strenuous alternative to protect my back. I'm able to get around its restrictions.Also, you probably won't want to utilize the telescope's included eyepieces for routine use. I've already acquired a great set of Plossl's over the years. I advise doing your research and purchasing the eyepieces individually. I enjoy the vistas it provides me with in the 127 Mak, and my lowest power eyepiece is a 40 mm.You will also find some information about initializing the NexStar control system to be helpful. Within the constraints of their budget, the designers did their best to make setup as simple as they could. (I also purchased the SkySync GPS add-on to help with setup. The company's StarSense AutoAlign device, which is the best alignment tool and almost as expensive as the telescope itself!) Anyhow, the NexStar will find objects more precisely the more carefully you initialize it. I've built my own telescope controllers throughout the years, starting with wire-wrapped IC sockets, and tested them under the night sky, so I don't only know this from using the NexStar system. Alignment mistakes of all sizes add up. Therefore, pay attention to these instructions that are NOT in the manual if you want the most precise pointing:1. Make sure the tripod is level as much as you can. This must be finished FIRST. All alignment options—possibly with the possible exception of the two-star alignments—need a level tripod to function properly. Because of this, the tripod comes with a tiny level, and the directions do state that you must level the mount. However, I don't believe in that tiny built-in device. Before placing the one-armed fork on top of the tripod, I use a six-inch level. I align my level with each leg individually, then I level that leg before moving on to the next. If you have OCD like I do, repeat the process to make sure. The rest of the mount and telescope may be assembled once the tripod is level.2. As precisely as you can, enter the latitude, longitude, date, and time. Get a GPS app for your smartphone and start using it. Eventually, I was able to get the Celestron SkySync add-on to do this for me. (However, you should still double verify to make sure the SkySync's Time Zone and Daylight Savings settings are accurate. You aren't told that in the instructions.)3. To align your stars and planets, use an illuminated reticle eyepiece. If you have a choice, avoid using the Sun or Moon because it may be quite challenging to determine exactly where their centers are in the eyepiece. For this, a double crosshairs reticle eyepiece illuminated by a dimmable LED works beautifully.4. Make sure the alignment objects you choose are spaced widely apart and are at least 20 degrees above the horizon. I'm not familiar with how the NexStar handles refraction corrections, but accurate calculations need information on both temperature and pressure/elevation. Nexstar doesn't request these numbers, and I don't think the system has the sensors to take a direct reading of the quantities.One more suggestion: Purchase a backup power supply to replace the eight AA batteries that must be installed in the half-fork arm installation. As I discovered when I tried to function with only a PowerTank attached, you still need the AA batteries. The Nexstar controller will be reset if there is a problem with the power cord connection to the mount, and you will once again find yourself staring at the initialization prompt. Keep the AA batteries, then. Just add an AC adapter or PowerTank gel cell battery to replace them. Otherwise, during that observation session, the AA batteries used alone will run out of power. (I've heard they can start to drain after only 30 minutes.
3.9/5
50MM CALIBER MULTI-LAYER OPTICAL COATING: Due to a part of lighting was reflecting when lighting on the lens of surface. However, F40040M lens with multi-layer coating, greatly improving the light transmittance of this wavelength
LIGHTWEIGHT, DURABLE: The main mirror body made of aluminum alloy metal, lightweight, practical, durable. Tripod is also environmentally friendly lightweight aluminum tripod design, you can stably support the look of glasses
APPLICATION OCCASIONS: Bird watching, viewing; environmental monitoring, viewing the sun, the moon, watching the planet; maritime reconnaissance landscape; geographical monitoring
COMPACT E AND ELEGANT, LIGHT AND SIMPLE DESIGNS: F36050M with Finder telescope design streamlined, easy to install, combined height not exceeding 40. Placed as your wishes. Good for the enlightenment of children
EQUIPPED WITH TWO EYEPIECES TO WATCH DIFFERENT TARGETS: Different magnifications for different targets, suitable magnification of the eyepiece for viewing allows you to find the target for easier observation. With H20mm eyepiece can completely see the moon surface, with H6mm can be observed crater, Moon Sea
$234
The cheapest telescope I could locate with good reviews was this one. My star finder had a problem at first since it had lost its adjustment and was a long way off, but once I unlocked the screws securing it to the telescope and pressed it, it clicked into place and now functions flawlessly. It can be frustrating if it's not fitted well, but overall I'm satisfied with what I got for the price. So if you have the same problem, don't give up; simply follow my example.
3.9/5
INCLUDED ACCESSORIES: We’ve included two eyepieces (20mm and 10mm), a travel tripod, and a StarPointer red dot finderscope. Accessories also include a FREE download of one of the top consumer rated astronomy software programs.
HIGH-QUALITY 130MM OPTICS: The heart of the system is a 130mm glass optic objective lens. The AstroMaster mount features two slow-motion control knobs that allow you to make precision adjustments.
POWERFUL REFLECTOR TELESCOPE: The Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ telescope is a powerful reflector telescope for astronomy beginners. It features fully-coated glass optics, a sturdy and lightweight frame, two eyepieces, a StarPointer red dot finderscope and an adjustable tripod.
UNBEATABLE WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from the world’s #1 telescope brand, based in California since 1960. You’ll also receive a two-year warranty and unlimited access to technical support from our team of US-based experts.
QUICK SETUP & LIGHTWEIGHT FRAME: This telescope for kids and adults to be used together features a lightweight frame manual German Equatorial mount for smooth and accurate pointing. Setup is quick and easy, with no tools required for assembly.
$234
This was a great investment. This was my second ever astronomy buy. It has a simple appearance, offers clear views, and is not overly expensive for a novice scope. Not for astronomical photography.I believed I had done a lot of research into the features I wanted in my telescope, but I was mistaken. I was unable to find any reviews where it was said that using this telescope for astrophotography would be possible. Thus, I decided that I would issue the alert. Do not misinterpret; this is an excellent scope for the price. The scope needs to be adjusted in order to focus on a particular topic. I've read about everything, from removing a section of the tube to increasing the amount of in-focus (please search at Cloudy Nights, a forum for astrophotography), to adjusting the mirrors in the telescope. If this is the scope you absolutely want, it is possible, so don't give up. The starfinder itself is not a starfinder. Yes, I agree with the reviews that call this piece of equipment a pain.What I've discovered is that the telescope mount is crucially important. The RA motor mount I bought for this configuration won't really be of much use to you. You must utilize a barlow lens to get the image onto the DSLR chip, which lengthens the focal length and makes monitoring DSOs more challenging. The longer you can expose for, the better the tracking and shorter the focal length. A great image of nebulas, galaxies, etc. can be obtained by allowing more photons to reach your DSLR chip during the longer period exposure. Despite some of the reviews on this page, the mount is reasonably durable with a small tweak. I only spread my legs out to about halfway or less. As a result, it takes less time for the mount to stabilize itself before capturing pictures or even locking on to focus. Tracking speed can be increased and decreased using the RA motor. I haven't yet discovered the ideal environment.I have only been able to record frames for.3 seconds, which is barely long enough to see the brightest stars and a fleeting glimpse of a nebula. I added my $70 Celestron PowerSeeker 70mm refractor to the mount out of irritation, however I could only get 6 second subs before star trails started to emerge. This occurred as I was framing it in BackyardEOS and constantly tweaking the speed to keep the Orion Nebula in position.Two pictures, one with the Astromaster and one with the PowerSeeker, are attached. The mount is simply better able to keep the lighter refractor on point for a little bit longer than the Astromaster, not because the refractor itself is of higher quality. I will attach a photo from the PowerSeeker since I was unable to locate any images of this configuration when I was doing my study. I was unable to use the Astromaster 130 to get a usable image.I want to get the Astromaster 130 with Celestron AVX mount. It is a mount that is significantly more exact.Visually. This scope is incredible. Jupiter, the moon, and the Orion Nebula are all beautiful.In conclusion, this is a fantastic scope and mount for sky gazing, not for asteroseismology.
3.9/5
POWERFUL REFLECTOR TELESCOPE: The Celestron AstroMaster 114EQ Newtonian telescope is a powerful and user-friendly reflector telescope. It features fully-coated glass optics, a sturdy and lightweight frame, two eyepieces, a StarPointer red dot finderscope and an adjustable tripod.
QUICK SETUP & LIGHTWEIGHT FRAME: This telescope for adults and kids to be used together features a lightweight frame and a manual German Equatorial mount for smooth and accurate pointing. Setup is quick and easy, with no tools required.
MULTIPLE ACCESSORIES: The Celestron PowerSeeker 70EQ Telescope features 2 eyepieces (20mm and 4mm), erect image diagonal, finderscope, plus a 3x Barlow lens to triple the power of each. Accessories also include a FREE download of one of the top consumer rated astronomy software programs.
UNBEATABLE WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from the world’s #1 telescope brand, based in California since 1960. You’ll also receive a two-year warranty and unlimited access to technical support from our team of US-based experts.
HIGH-QUALITY 114MM OPTICS: The heart of the system is a fully-coated 114mm primary mirror. The AstroMaster mount features two slow-motion control knobs that allow you to make precision adjustments to view celestial and terrestrial objects.
$234
This was a great investment. This was my second ever astronomy buy. It has a simple appearance, offers clear views, and is not overly expensive for a novice scope. Not for astronomical photography.I believed I had done a lot of research into the features I wanted in my telescope, but I was mistaken. I was unable to find any reviews where it was said that using this telescope for astrophotography would be possible. Thus, I decided that I would issue the alert. Do not misinterpret; this is an excellent scope for the price. The scope needs to be adjusted in order to focus on a particular topic. I've read about everything, from removing a section of the tube to increasing the amount of in-focus (please search at Cloudy Nights, a forum for astrophotography), to adjusting the mirrors in the telescope. If this is the scope you absolutely want, it is possible, so don't give up. The starfinder itself is not a starfinder. Yes, I agree with the reviews that call this piece of equipment a pain.What I've discovered is that the telescope mount is crucially important. The RA motor mount I bought for this configuration won't really be of much use to you. You must utilize a barlow lens to get the image onto the DSLR chip, which lengthens the focal length and makes monitoring DSOs more challenging. The longer you can expose for, the better the tracking and shorter the focal length. A great image of nebulas, galaxies, etc. can be obtained by allowing more photons to reach your DSLR chip during the longer period exposure. Despite some of the reviews on this page, the mount is reasonably durable with a small tweak. I only spread my legs out to about halfway or less. As a result, it takes less time for the mount to stabilize itself before capturing pictures or even locking on to focus. Tracking speed can be increased and decreased using the RA motor. I haven't yet discovered the ideal environment.I have only been able to record frames for.3 seconds, which is barely long enough to see the brightest stars and a fleeting glimpse of a nebula. I added my $70 Celestron PowerSeeker 70mm refractor to the mount out of irritation, however I could only get 6 second subs before star trails started to emerge. This occurred as I was framing it in BackyardEOS and constantly tweaking the speed to keep the Orion Nebula in position.Two pictures, one with the Astromaster and one with the PowerSeeker, are attached. The mount is simply better able to keep the lighter refractor on point for a little bit longer than the Astromaster, not because the refractor itself is of higher quality. I will attach a photo from the PowerSeeker since I was unable to locate any images of this configuration when I was doing my study. I was unable to use the Astromaster 130 to get a usable image.I want to get the Astromaster 130 with Celestron AVX mount. It is a mount that is significantly more exact.Visually. This scope is incredible. Jupiter, the moon, and the Orion Nebula are all beautiful.In conclusion, this is a fantastic scope and mount for sky gazing, not for asteroseismology.
3.6/5
PERFECT BEGINNERS TELESCOPE: The Celestron PowerSeeker 127EQ is an easy-to-use and powerful telescope. The PowerSeeker series is designed to give the first-time telescope user the perfect combination of quality, value, features, and power.
UNBEATABLE WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from the world’s #1 telescope brand, based in California since 1960. You’ll also receive a 2-year warranty and unlimited access to technical support from our team of US-based experts.
MANUAL GERMAN EQUATORIAL MOUNT: Navigate the sky with our Newtonian Reflector telescope. It features a German Equatorial mount with a slow-motion altitude rod for smooth and accurate pointing. Adjust rod to desired position, then easily secure by tightening cross knob.
MULTIPLE ACCESSORIES: The Celestron PowerSeeker 127EQ Telescope comes with two eyepieces (20mm and 4mm), plus a 3x Barlow lens to triple the power of each. Users can also download BONUS Starry Night Astronomy Software Package.
COMPACT AND PORTABLE: This telescope for adults and kids to be used together is compact, lightweight, and portable. Take the telescope to your favorite campsite or dark sky observing site, or simply the backyard.
$234
This scope receives a lot of criticism both here and in the forums. Let me explain a few of the negative reviews.First, collimationIt is simple to collimate this telescope by eye, but if you wish to use a laser, you must take out the corrective lens from the focuser tube. This isn't the most powerful scope you can purchase, so eye collimation is more than enough to be satisfied, but if you enjoy to tinker, knock yourself out.2) The finder scope cannot be used.While I agree that it's not the best finder scope available and that it can take some time to line up with the telescope, it is feasible with patience and time. Get another one if you don't like it because it is also replaceable. (Note: It's a scope, not a finder; the finder's image is backwards.)3) This thing isn't letting me see anything.You must collimate the scope and line up the finder scope. The directions are in the manual for eye collimation (tip: back the focuser tube all the way out when you collimate, doing so will let you see both the secondary mirror and the primary; additionally, note that this went through shipping and if it arrived with all the mirrors aligned and ready to go, get a power ball ticket because you'd be the luckiest person on the planet).4) The Barlow has no use.Please look up what a barlow is and how to use one on Google and YouTube; once you realize that it's not a real lens, it will make more sense.5. The 4mm lens is ineffective.See my note regarding the barlow; using the barlow with the 4mm will help to moderate the situation. You should also acquire a lens and filter kit that includes both a 15mm and a 9mm lens.6) The telescope wobbles while mounted on the tripod.This telescope has a counterweight, but its purpose is to balance the telescope on the EQ mount, not just for aesthetic reasons. When the counter weight is balanced correctly, you can position the telescope on the right ascension axis in any orientation, and it will remain in place. One final note on this matter: do not attempt to push the telescope into position while the clutches are locked. Instead, use the tripod's controls to adjust the scope's position. If you need to make significant adjustments, loosen the clutches (which should be fine because your telescope is balanced). Then, position the scope to the general area of viewing and lock the clutches. Avoid moving the scope while the clutches are locked because you risk jostling the gears that the controls are mounted to and throwing them out of alignment.Here's the deal: This fantastic telescope costs JUST 200 US dollars! It's a terrific scope and a lot of fun when set up, balanced, and overall ready to watch. You can increase your viewing pleasure by purchasing upgrades for the scope. Yes, you can see our planetary friends, and the moon is beautiful. However, in a dark area, you may also view objects from deeper space.Is this a good beginner's scope? Yes, I believe it is. However, backyard astronomy is not as simple as picking up a kit and looking at Jupiter. A telescope is a relatively delicate instrument that requires some tender care. This may not be your pastime if you're just getting started and collimation, calibration, and general tinkering are not your thing. Aside from lounging on the sofa, I'm not sure what activity doesn't require a little bit of hands-on setup and tinkering.Finding things in the sky is challenging; tiny adjustments to the scope have a significant impact on where you are looking in the sky. YouTube and Google are your friends.
3.6/5
UNBEATABLE WARRANTY AND CUSTOMER SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from the world’s #1 telescope brand, based in California since 1960. You’ll also receive a two-year warranty and unlimited access to technical support from our team of US-based experts.
FAST SETUP WITH SKYALIGN: Celestron’s proprietary SkyAlign procedure has you ready to observe in minutes. Simply center any three bright objects in the eyepiece and the NexStar SLT aligns to the night sky, ready to locate thousands of objects.
COMPUTERIZED STAR LOCATING TELESCOPE: The Celestron NexStar 130SLT is a computerized telescope that offers a database of more than 40,000 stars, galaxies, nebulae, and more. The telescope locates your object with pinpoint accuracy and tracks it.
BONUS FREE STARRY NIGHT SOFTWARE: The NexStar 130SLT Computerized Telescope includes a FREE download of one of the top consumer rated astronomy software programs for an interactive sky simulation.
NEWTONIAN REFLECTOR OPTICAL DESIGN: The NexStar 130SLT is the largest in the SLT family. The 130mm aperture gathers enough light to see our Solar System and beyond. View Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s cloud bands, and the Moon in brilliant detail.
COMPACT AND PORTABLE: This telescope for adults and kids to be used together is ideal for weekend camping trips or excursions to dark sky sites. Its compact form factor makes it easy to transport and assemble just about anywhere.
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I received this scope for Christmas from my wife. Prior to then, I had no prior exposure with astronomy. It takes some finesse to set up, but once you do, it works wonderfully. Although it might not be perfectly in the center, the image should be near to it.The included eyepieces are merely adequate. They are a level lower than Kelner eyepieces (which is below Plossls). Use a low power eyepiece (25mm) to scan the area with. With eyepieces, the higher the magnification is the lower the number. When purchasing eyepieces, stick with high-quality models in the 5–35mm range. The scope is constrained by the environment, so adding more magnification (5mm) doesn't really assist. Using an eyepiece with a lower magnification (>35mm) will result in an excessively big exit pupil (makes it difficult to see without a moving black blob appearing in the eyepiece). This telescope would work nicely with Celestron X-Cel eyepieces, which are very reasonably priced. The Baader Hyperion also appeals to me. It provides a broad field of view and a sizable eyeglass with comfortable eye relief (great for eyeglass wearers). Additionally, an x2 Barlow lens is a wise purchase. When used with your eyepieces, it doubles the amount of magnification you may use (9mm becomes a 4.5mm, 25mm becomes a 12.5mm). The Orion shorty x2 barlow is what I have.Avoid using the eyepiece kits. You'll probably only employ three of the five lenses because their strengths are too similar to one another. With the exception of a moon filter, the color filters are largely worthless. Three eyepieces—a low power (no larger than 35mm), a medium power (14–18mm), and a high power—are all that are really need (no less than 5mm).A collimator is required. You'll need to align the mirrors with Newtonians. The best course of action is to check it each night before using it. The telescope may go off-balance if moved. A collimator aids in aligning everything once more. The Orion laser collimator is mine.Here are some setup suggestions for configuring the scope for use with Goto:1. Perform a factory reset on the computer and choose latitude-longitude if you chose a city rather than entering a latitude longitude and you don't actually live in the middle of the city (you just picked the nearest one). It's a lot more precise. You can use a smartphone app (like Compass for Android) or Google your address to discover the latitude and longitude. The lat long in degrees, minutes, and seconds will be required (not the digital version like -117.0101). It ought to appear as W 117 15' 12'A city pick can occasionally be overly broad. I'm approximately 20 to 30 miles outside the city I selected, and it matters a lot when the scope is off.2. Double-check your time and date settings, especially the distinction between standard time and daylight savings time. Utilize your phone time.3. Use Auto-Two-Star align rather than 3-star align. You'll need to be familiar with the names of the stars, but it's far better. If I don't know the name of a star or the names I do know are hidden, I utilize Google Skymap to locate it. If you utilize the 3-star alignment, pick brilliant stars that are not in a straight line and are on the opposite parts of the sky (a triangle pattern is preferred). For instance, using only the stars in Orion would likely be too limited a sample size. Pick three stars: one in Cassiopeia, one in Gemini, and one in Orion (such as Betelgeuse in Orion).4. When aligning a star, defocus it so that it appears more like a ball than a point of light. Gaining access to the facility will be lot simpler.5. Try to move the scope in the same way as it was going when it skewed to the star you selected when you are centered on the final star. For instance, if it was traveling down and to the left when it stopped, place the scope so that it is moving down and to the left when you stop looking through it.UPDATED 5/19/2016: I currently use the 130SLT in conjunction with a ZWO ASI185MC camera that I recently bought. When used in the 2 situations, the camera will focus very quickly "adapter. The 1.25 will be when it begins to concentrate "also an adapter, but it's a little bit nearer to maximum in-focus. With it performing stacking and a brief (15-second) exposure, I'm getting fairly good shots. To concentrate, you need wear a Bahtinov mask. I invested in an Orion Accufocus, which really aids in sharpening the image without causing any motion blur. For the right products, look at my reviews.It also functions with a PC that I own (computer drives the scope). Both ASCOM drivers (6.2) and ASCOM drivers for the Celestron product line must be installed. Just perform a google search for "ASCOM drivers." Although not required, it's excellent to have for an all-in-one software package (Astrolive USB).I've added some images I took of Jupiter, the moon, M51, M57, and the stars. About five miles outside of the city, these were taken from my front yard. When viewed via the eyepiece, the objects in outer space won't appear to be very clear (cameras pick up more light than our night vision does).Update 6/28/2016: Using "Precise Goto" will help you get better outcomes from your goto operations. The manual is silent on the subject. It is reached in a different way than a typical goto. Activate the "Menu" button. Then locate "Precise Goto" with the up and down arrows (6 and 9 key). Select "Database" next. Finally, use the up/down arrows to select an object list type (e.g. Messier, NGC, Named Objects). For example, if I select "Messier" and then type the Messier Object's number (1-110). A list of five bright stars will be calculated and provided to you, with star #1 being the nearest to the object. Choose 1. The scope will move to the location it believes to be. Check to see if the brilliant star is centered in your eyepiece after centering it using the red dot finder. Press "Enter" once it is in the middle of the eyepiece.
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TAKE THE SKY TOUR: If you’re not sure of what to observe, the Sky Tour button will do the work for you. Simply press the button and your computerized telescope will generate a list of the best objects currently available to view in the sky.
MULTIPLE ACCESSORIES: The Celestron PowerSeeker 60AZ Telescope features 2 eyepieces (20mm and 4mm), erect image diagonal, a finderscope, plus a 3x Barlow lens to triple the power of each. Accessories also include a FREE download of one of the top consumer rated astronomy software programs.
BONUS FREE STARRY NIGHT SOFTWARE: This Celestron 114LCM Computerized Telescope includes a FREE download of one of the top consumer rated astronomy software programs for an interactive sky simulation.
SKYALIGN TECHNOLOGY: This telescope for adults and kids to be used together features SkyAlign alignment that makes locating celestial objects simple. Just center any three bright objects in the eyepiece, and the LCM can orient itself to the night sky and find other objects automatically.
COMPUTERIZED AUTOMATIC TELESCOPE: The Celestron 114LCM Computerized Newtonian Telescope with all glass optics can automatically locate 40,000 celestial objects with its GoTo mount and hand control, using star locating technology found on more advanced telescopes.
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This small telescope is wonderful. I only bought it to test out how accurate and user-friendly the Nexstar software was. It was really simple to set up, and I want to make sure that future buyers are aware of something that I wasn't sure of until I received it. For the initial setup, you do not need to be aware of the bright things you are pointing towards in the sky. Choose three bright objects, and the rest will be taken care of. Because the button names in the controller instructions did not match those on the provided controller, the quick setup instructions were a little unclear. There is another manual that is accurate, however some confusion could result from not reading the manuals first. I can clearly see the moon. With the exception of Saturn, I can see the planets as white balls. It looks like a long ball. Although I can't see them as rings, I assume they are what are causing the elongation. I'm content, though. I could have a really fine setup for less money than if I had purchased the larger telescope up front, and I could have tested the autonomous navigation without spending a fortune. I could subsequently purchase another more powerful tube with the same mount.
A telescope mirror is typically made of glass, and can last for centuries with proper care. However, the coating that is applied to the mirror can degrade over time, and will need to be replaced every few years.
There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on personal preference. Some people may feel that it is perfectly fine to look at the moon through a telescope while others may feel that it is disrespectful to do so. Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to look at the moon through a telescope is up to the individual.
There is no definitive answer to this question as it depends on a number of factors, including the type of planet being observed and the specific goals of the observer. In general, however, reflectors tend to be better for planets with dense atmospheres (such as Jupiter and Saturn) while refractors are better suited for planets with thin atmospheres (such as Mars and Venus). There are also a number of other considerations that must be taken into account, such as the size and quality of the telescope, the observer's level of experience, and the conditions of the observing site.
There are a few things to consider when deciding if a beginner should get a refractor or reflector telescope. Reflector telescopes are generally less expensive than refractor telescopes. However, refractor telescopes tend to be easier to use. Reflector telescopes also require more maintenance than refractor telescopes. So, it really depends on what the beginner is looking for in a telescope. If the beginner is looking for an easy-to-use telescope, a refractor telescope would be a better choice. If the beginner is looking for a more affordable telescope, a reflector telescope would be a better
A reflector is a telescope that uses a mirror to reflect and focus light. The first reflector telescope was built in 1668 by Isaac Newton. Reflector telescopes are the most popular type of telescope today because they are usually less expensive than refractor telescopes and they can be made much larger. The largest reflector telescope in the world is the Gran Telescopio Canarias, which is 10 meters (33 feet) in diameter.
Reflecting telescopes use mirrors to gather and focus light. Refracting telescopes use lenses to do the same thing. There is a third type of telescope, called a catadioptric, which uses a combination of both mirrors and lenses. Each type of telescope has its own advantages and disadvantages.
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