Celestron AstroMaster 130 EQ Telescope
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Celestron AstroMaster 130 EQ Telescope

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  • Optical Diameter: 130 mm
  • Max Useful Magnification: x 65
  • Mount Type: Equatorial
  • Focal Length: 650 mm
  • Optical Design: Newtonians
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Decent beginner telescope.

bywhuffo Sep 23, 2011
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Pros Beautiful design - looks like a professional scope in many ways.
Cons Cheap eyepieces, wobbly tripod. Good for beginners.
Recommended it? Yes

Well designed and looks great - a lot of work went into making this look like a top-line telescope. Unfortunately, the underlying hardware isn't really capable of delivering what the design promises.

Two big flaws - the tripod looks heavy duty, but it's just a bit too wobbly to be useful... Read full review »

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Versatile. Good mirror. Fun, useful, not perfect.

bywkndrder Dec 3, 2008
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Pros Good mirror, light weight, smooth focusser, sturdy mount, accesory tray built-in, very...
Cons Supplied finder next to useless, Eq mount somewhat clumsy in use.  Eyepieces mediocre.
Recommended it? Yes

I bought this scope because the 80mm lens of my achromatic refractor was severely limiting my deep-sky interests.
I'm happy to say the (F5) mirror has a good parabolic surface, and gives nice views up to 75X, and reasonable to 110X - but don't buy this if your primary interest is the moon and... Read full review »

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Celestron Astromaster 130mm EQ, 5 Newtonian Reflector Telescope, 650mm f/5 Focal Length with German Equatorial Mount

130mm (5") diameter Newtonian reflector, 650mm focal length (f/5), German equatorial mount (CG-3) with RA and DEC slow-motion controls and setting circles, built-on Star Pointer finderscope, 20mm erect image eyepiece (33x), 10mm eyepiece (65x) 1.25", adjustable height 1.25" steel leg tripod with accessory tray, "The Sky Level 1" CD-ROM.Designed for the first time buyer... Offering exceptional value, the AstroMaster series features a compact and portable design with ample optical performance to excite any newcomer to the world of amateur astronomy. Alt-Az models have a convenient pan handle with built-in clutch for easy targeting and smooth motion. This style of mount is great for viewing nature and celestial objects. The German Equatorial mount is a good choice for viewing stars, nebulae, star clusters, and planets. A built-in setting circle aids in locating these objects. Locate and identify thousands of celestial objects on your laptop or PC with "The Sky" Level 1 software included FREE with every AstroMaster model. Which AstroMaster model best fits your needs? If you're looking for a dual-purpose telescope appropriate for both terrestrial and celestial viewing, then the AstroMaster Series is for you. Each AstroMaster model is capable of giving correct views of land and sky. The AstroMaster Series produce bright, clear images of the Moon and planets. It is easy to see the moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn with every one of these fine instruments. For views of the brighter deep space objects like galaxies and nebulae, we recommend the larger aperture and light gathering ability of the Newtonian reflectors. If your interest is strictly watching whales, spotting birds, viewing nature, orchecking out your favorite star or planet the altazimuth- mounted models are ideal. Alt-Az models have a convenient pan handle with built-in clutch for easy targeting and smooth motion. Models featuring the German Equatorial mount are a good choice for viewing stars, nebulae, star clusters, and planets. Built-in setting circle aids in locating these objects. When used for astronomical viewing, AstroMasters yield breathtaking views of the Moon, Saturn with its ring structure, Jupiter and its belts and moons, nebulae and star clusters. Every instrument features all glass optical elements as well as smooth operating steel tripod mountings featuring manual motion controls. All models feature coated optics for enhanced image brightness and clarity.

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Celestron 31045 AstroMaster 130 EQ Reflector Telescope

If you're looking for a dual-purpose telescope appropriate for both terrestrial and celestial viewing, then the AstroMaster Series is for you. Each AstroMaster model is capable of giving correct views of land and sky. The AstroMaster Series produce bright, clear images of the Moon and planets. It is easy to see the moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn with every one of these fine instruments. For views of the brighter deep space objects like galaxies and nebulae, we recommend the larger aperture and light gathering ability of the Newtonian reflectors.

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Celestron Telescopes Astromaster 130 EQ Equatorial Reflector Telescope New 31045 Model: EE. Celestron AstroMaster 130 EQ Equatorial Reflector Telescope New - 31045

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