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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,

Bushnell NorthStar 78-8890 (300 x 90mm) Telescope

$315.00 to $365.00



The NorthStar® telescopes offer amateur astronomers state-of-the-art computer-driven location and tracking capability with simple, push-button control. With a built-in data base of 20,000 celestial objects, you simply call up your target on the hand-held control module, enter a simple "Go To" command and the NorthStar computer does the rest. Once locked on, tracking the object for prolonged viewing is automatic. The innovative RVO (Real Voice Output) feature provides a fun, interactive way to explore the night sky. The remote, hand-held control module features red, backlit push buttons and a red, illuminated LCD read-out for easy viewing without impairing your night vision. Minimize

Manufacturer:Bushnell Product MPNKey FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPN788890
Optical Design   Catadioptrics
Optical Diameter90 mm
Finderscope   Red-Dot
Focal Length1200 mm
Max Useful Magnificationx 300
Mount Type   Altazimuth
MotorizedYes
UPC002975778892


Tags:

bushnell, northstar, 78-8890, 300, x, 90mm, telescope,

Celestron NexStar 114 SLT 31143 (270 x 144mm) Telescope

$220.00 to $399.00



The NexStar 114 SLT has over twice the light-gathering power of an 80mm telescope! And the 114 SLT, like the other models in the SLT Series, comes with a fully computerized hand control with a database of over 4,000 celestial objects! With its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, the NexStar 114 SLT can be up and ready to use in a matter of minutes. Our new SkyAlign alignment technology and the included StarPointer Finderscope with a red LED makes aligning a breeze.Minimize

Manufacturer:Celestron Product MPNKey FeaturesMiscellaneous
MPNNEXSTAR114SLT
Optical Design   Refractor
Optical Diameter144 mm
Finderscope   Red-Dot
Focal Length1000 mm
Max Useful Magnificationx 270
Mount Type   Altazimuth
MotorizedYes
UPC050234311434


Tags:

celestron, nexstar, 114, slt, 31143, 270, x, 144mm, telescope,


Celestron PowerSeeker 127 EQ 21049 (750 x 127mm) Telescope


The PowerSeekers come in a choice of refractor or reflector, equatorial or altazimuth mount design. The PowerSeekers come with all coated glass optical components with for enhanced image brightness and clarity. The Newtonian reflectors offer larger aperture and greater light gathering power needed to resolve the faint detail of hundreds of deep-sky and other celestial objects.Minimize


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


Meade LXD75 SN-8 AT (08047502) (500 x 203mm) Telescope


Meade LXD75 SN8-AT UHTC is an 8 inch Schmidt-Newtonian reflector type telescope with 812mm focal length and fast f/4 aperture and Meade Ultra High Transmission Coating, for 20% more image brightness over its non-UHTC sister model.


Carson Optical SkyView SV-350 Telescope


The Carson(tm) Optical SkyView(tm) 70-mm refractor telescope is designed to be rugged, trouble-free and easy-to-operated for the beginning observer. It features a focal length of 350 mm, a 45-degree diagnol, a power range of 14X to 87X, and an adjustable