The Celestron AstroMaster LT 70AZ Telescope with Solar Filter Kitfrom Celestron AstroMaster LT 70AZ Telescope with Solar Filter Kitis an excellent way to encourage a budding interest to observing the celestial pieces of eye-candy that adorn the night dome of the heavens. With a moderate 70mm aperture the AstroMaster LT 70AZ comes with everything needed to get started appreciating the wonders of the night sky. Two eye pieces of 10 and 20mm with an included diagonal supply versatile magnification to move from a farther wider view to a closer more detailed study. An attached StarPointer finderscope boasts an illuminated set of concentric circles for acquiring a general direction to aim the telescope while trying to pin-down a specific target. A basic manual altazimuth mount dispenses intuitive tracking and alignment of the scope. This is a better entry level telescope for first time indulgence in the astronomical art of sky watching. It is packed full of everything needed to get started.

700mm Focal Length, f/10 Focal Ratio    Steel Leg Tripod    ISO-Certified Safe Solar Filter    2 Hook & Loop Safety Straps

Quick release dovetail attachment

Fully coated glass optics for clear, crisp images

Deluxe accessory tray for convenient storage of accessories

Two eyepieces and a diagonal for optimal viewing experiences

Permanently mounted StarPointer allows general area acquisition

Pan handle Altazimuth control with clutch for smooth and accurate pointing

"The Sky" Level 1 planetarium software with 10,000 object database and enhanced images

Rugged, pre-assembled tripod with 1" steel tube legs provides a rigid and stable platform

Technical data; 10mm and 20mm eyepieces with 70x and 35x magnification respectively, 10-165x lowest to highest useful magnification, 11.7 Limiting Stellar Magnitude, Rayleigh Resolution of 1.99 arc seconds, Dawes Resolution of 1.66 arc seconds, Light Gathering Power of 100x, AOV & FOV = 1.7° - 89' @ 1000 yd / 29.5 m @ 1000 m

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. does Celestron AstroMaster 130 EQ have a parabolic mirror?

A: The AstroMaster 130EQ has a spherical mirror. Sincerely, Garrett at Celestron

Q: 2. Can this be used for daytime scoping too?

A: Yes this Model can be used for Terrestrial use during the daytime, since it comes with a 90° Erect-Image Diagonal.

Q: 3. So in the BOX these are included.StarPointer Finderscope20mm Eyepiece 1.25 (magnification 32.5x)Tripod and Accessory Tray2-Year WarrantyDoes it also come with 10MM EYEPIECE??

A: It comes with a 10mm and 20mm eyepiece. Plenty to start with. Once you get more advanced, I recommend purchasing an eye piece and filter kit with a Barlow lens.

Q: 4. Will this product (BH #CEESSFAM70 • MFR #94246) work with BH #CEA11TS70TB • MFR #22126 Celestron Travel scope 70AZ?

A: No, the Celestron EclipSmart Solar Filter for AstroMaster 70AZ or AstroMaster LT 70AZ Telescopes is made for the AstroMaster 70AZ or AstroMaster LT 70AZ Telescopes. For the Celestron Travel Scope 70mm f/6 AZ Refractor Telescope, Apollo 11 50th Anniversary Bundle, use the Celestron EclipSmart White-Light Solar Filter (BH #CEESSF70MM), which can be found at this link. https://bhpho.to/3QcTNRQ

Q: 5. Can it be adapted to photograph with a Canon powershot sx530 hs? I want to make sure before purchasing.

A: Unfortunately no, the SX530 lens is too long to be adapted to a telescope. It is better to adapt a lens with little or no zoom such as a smart phone and this adapter: https://bhpho.to/3rWspcT

Q: 6. I have a nikon D750, what accessories would i need to connect this to my camera?

A: You need a T-connector mount and a Nikon compatible T-connector ring. I bought both through B&H. The camera needs to be put in Manual mode. The Newtonian reflector needs a focusing Lens of some type. This can be accomplished using the 10mm lens inserted into the T-connector. Some fellow put detailed step by step instructions on the Amazon website how to do this. I suggest that you Google the phrase Celestron Astromaster 130mm EQ will not focus with Nikon camera and you should get to this procedure. I followed it and it works.

Q: 7. What planets, Moons, nebulas , and galaxies can you see with this telescope. ?

A: A 70mm telescope will showcase most of the Planets. The Moon will be the best view, with all the Major Craters. Depending on conditions, Mars will be able to showcase its poles, & larger areas. The rest of the Planets will all be mostly a white color. Jupiter will be a yellow spot, & Neptune a blue dot. Depending on conditions, Saturn rings may be seen. Pluto wont be seen. Stars availble will be, Polaris,Vega,Antares & Proxima Centauri. Depending on conditions, Orion’s Nebula may show some color.

Q: 8. Can I attach a Sony a6000 with E-Mount to a Celestron Astromaster 130 eq?

A: Yes, you will need the Celestron Universal Barlow and T-Adapter #93640 and a T/T2 Mount Lens Adapter Ring for Sony a6000 which Celestron does not offer.

Q: 9. I have a Canon Rebel T3i what would I need to buy to make it compatible with this telescope?

A: All you will need is 2 Adapters. The first is the Celestron SLR (35mm OR Digital) Camera Adapter for All Refractor and Reflector Telescopes which Accept 1.25" Eyepieces - Requires Camera-Specific T-Mount Adapter. Then the Vello T-Mount Lens to Canon EF/EF-S-Mount Camera Lens Adapter. Link to Adapter 1: https://bhpho.to/3or5zHH Link to Adapter 2: https://bhpho.to/39h8nAK

Q: 10. Can you use a dslr camera with the celestron astromaster 130eq ?

A: I'd add that Celestron only has T-Rings for Canon EOS and Nikon cameras. Bummer for me, since I have neither. On their web site Celestron recommends using the Universal Barlow & T-Adapter (#93649) with most Newtonians. I got the Barlow as part of their Accessory Kit, and have enjoyed it (without being able to attach my DSLR camera).FWIW I have the 114EQ and there is a bolt for mounting a camera on one of my tube rings.