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Celestron AstroMaster 114 AZ (50 x 114mm) Telescope

$120.00 to $250.00



Designed for the novice user, the Celestron® AstroMaster™ 114 AZ telescope features a alt-azimuth mount with a convenient pan handle with built-in clutch for easy targeting and smooth motion perfect for watching whales, spotting birds, viewing nature or checking out your favorite star or planet. The compact, portable design with ample optical performance will excite any newcomer to the world of amateur astronomy.Minimize

Manufacturer:Celestron Product MPNKey FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPNCITS31043
Optical Design   Refractor
Optical Diameter114 mm
Finderscope   Optical
Focal Length1000 mm
Max Useful Magnificationx 50
Mount Type   Altazimuth
MotorizedNo
UPC050234310437


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celestron, astromaster, 114, az, 50, x, 114mm, telescope,

Meade ETX-80AT-TC (270 x 80mm) Telescope

$245.00 to $276.00



All of the major planets except Pluto are easily observable through Meade's brand-new 80mm (3.1) achromatic refractor telescope. You can study Saturn and its ring system; the primary cloud belts of Jupiter and its 4 major satellites; the Moonlike phases of Mercury and Venus; and much more.

Manufacturer:Meade Product MPNKey Features
MPN3052005
Optical Design   Refractor
Optical Diameter80 mm
Finderscope   Optical
Focal Length400 mm
Max Useful Magnificationx 270
Mount Type   Altazimuth
MotorizedYes


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meade, etx-80at-tc, 270, x, 80mm, telescope,

Celestron NexStar 5 SE (300 x 44.45mm) Telescope

$699.00 to $820.00



Featuring high-quality Schmidt-Cassegrain optics, the NexStar 5 SE is an ideal telescope for observing and photographing the wonders of space. With a total weight of 28 lbs including the tripod, the ultra portable 5 SE features a precision optical system with 1,250 mm focal length (f/10) standard with our premium StarBright XLT coatings and offers 56% more light gathering power than a 4" model.Minimize

Manufacturer:Celestron Product MPNKey FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPNNexStar 5 SE
Optical Design   Catadioptrics
Optical Diameter44.45 mm
Finderscope   Red-Dot
Focal Length1250 mm
Max Useful Magnificationx 300
Mount Type   Altazimuth
MotorizedYes
UPC050234110365


Tags:

celestron, nexstar, 5, se, 300, x, 44.45mm, telescope,


Meade NG-60 (20200) (233 x 60mm) Telescope


A perfect beginning telescope designed specifically for land use, and an occasional peak at the sky. The tripod mount that holds the telescope is designed to move only in straight lines, called Altazimuth.Objects in the sky move in semi-circles, never in straight lines.Use lower power eyepieces to track the Moon, and keep it in the eyepiece.Minimize


Tasco 49060700 (60 x 700mm) Telescope


For those who want to experience astronomy but not get too committed, the Tasco Spacestation 60AZ may be the perfect scope for the first.


Bushnell Sky Tour 78-9930 Telescope


Please do not throw debris into the black hole. Actually, the only rule on this guided trip is that you enjoy the view. The ultimate first telescope, our new Voyager® Sky Tour™ series gives amateur stargazers a pro-grade audio tour of the night sky. Its Illuminated Smart Mount points the way as the talking handset describes constellations and planets, and keeps you engaged with entertaining facts and mythology tidbits. Keeping pace is easy with the LED red dot finderscope. You’re an instant expert with the Sky Tour series.Minimize


Meade ETX-80BB (160 x 80mm) Telescope


Observe the feather structure of an eagle from 50 yards or study the rings of Saturn from a distance of 800 million miles. Then focus beyond the solar system to the universe of nebulae, remote galaxies and ancient star clusters. It's an adventure of discovery the whole family can enjoy, in the backyard or wherever your travels take you.Minimize