Celestron Astro Fi 130mm f/5 Reflector Telescopeutilizes an integrated antenna to emit a local WiFi signal so you can control the mount via Android and iOS smartphones and tablets running their free SkyPortal app.

Optically, the scope sports a large 130mm aperture and a short 650mm focal length to produce a fast focal ratio that can resolve deep sky objects that smaller refractor-style scopes cannot, such as splitting binary stars or separating star clusters. With highly-reflective aluminum and SiO₂ (quartz) mirror coatings, light loss is limited so you can make detailed observations of the Moon, view planets and distant nebulae, and get great wide-field views of the sky for comet watching and asteroid hunting. This complete observation rig includes the optical tube assembly, a motorized mount, an aluminum tripod, two eyepieces, and a red-dot finder.

The OTA is mounted on a single-arm motorized alt-az mount. Guiding the mount is the SkyPortal app. Packed with over 120,000 objects it is designed to help users set up quickly and start observing faster. The app offers align aids, can automatically find objects in the night sky; and even offers guided tours of the most interesting objects overhead on any given night. The mount runs on eight user-supplied AA batteries, and the entire rig assembles and breaks down without the need for tools so set up is easy and you can start observing sooner.

130mm Newtonian Reflector OTA    650mm Focal Length, f/5 Focal Ratio    Multi-Coated Parabolic Primary Mirror    1.25" Focuser, 10mm and 25mm Eyepieces    Single-Arm Motorized Alt-Az Mount    WiFi Smartphone Connectivity/Control    120,000+ Image Database    Multiple Alignment and Tracking Tools    Red-Dot Finder    Adjustable-Height Aluminum Tripod

• 130mm aperture
• f/5 focal ratio
• 650mm focal length
• Newtonian reflector optical design
• Highly reflective aluminum/SiO₂ (silicon dioxide) mirror coatings limits light loss for brighter images
• Resolution: 1.07 arcsec, Rayleigh; 0.89 arcsec Dawes Limit
• 1.25" rack-and-pinion focuser

Integrated WiFi:

• Directly connects to tablet or smartphone
• Control mount via free SkyPortal app for Android and iOS
• Android 4.0 and higher, iOS 6 or later

• 120,000+ object database
• Includes: Star clusters, Nebulae, Galaxies, Asteroids and comets, Satellites, including the International Space Station
• Custom SkyTour of all the best celestial objects to view based on the time, date, and location
• Simulate the night sky up to 100 years in the past, or plan a future observing session
• Night Vision Mode preserves night-adjusted vision
• Multiple assisted-alignment choices: SkyAlign, 3-Star, Solar System
• Tracking rates: Sidreal, solar, and lunar; Automatic tracking for near and deep sky objects
• Multiple slew speeds; 3°/sec maximum
• View hundreds of astronomical photographs and NASA spacecraft images
• Listen to more than four hours of audio narration to learn the history, mythology, and science of astronomy and the night sky

Mount:

• Motorized single-arm alt-az
• Runs on eight user-supplied AA batteries
• Quick-release base, OTA, accessory tray with rapid no-tool set up

• Adjustable-height
• Lightweight and durable 2-section aluminum legs
• Spiked feet for steady footing in soft ground

Smartphone Digiscoping Adapter:

• Front cap converts into a smartphone holder to capture photos and video through the eyepieces with just about any phone
• Bungee cords hold the phone safely and securely in place, no matter where the phone's camera is located
• Inside of cap has a holder that fits over standard 1.25" eyepiece
• A small door on cap can be closed when cap is installed on front to prevent dust from entering and opened for digiscoping

• 1.25" barrel diameter
• 25mm produces 26x magnification
• 10mm produces 65x magnification
• Accepts most 1.25" astronomical eyepiece filters

• 1x magnification
• Red dot reticle
• Variable intensity
• Un-magnified field of view makes set up and alignment faster

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What kind of a tripod do you use?

A: A suitable tripod is included.

Q: 2. 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: 3. Automatic alignment seems to be a great feature. Does the scope have the ability to track objects as I am viewing them?

A: Yes

Q: 4. 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: 5. 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: 6. does Celestron AstroMaster 130 EQ have a parabolic mirror?

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

Q: 7. Can a dslr camera be attached to the celestron astromaster 130 eq?

A: Yes a DSLR can be. I would need to know exactly which DSLR you have to recommend the proper adapters.

Q: 8. Is there a rechargeable battery you can buy instead of using 8 AAs?

A: The Celestron Astro Fi 130mm f/5 Reflector Telescope BH #CEA130WIFIRF • MFR #22203 can only use AA alkaline or rechargeable AA batteries. It can also take an AC to DC converter. Celestron AC to DC Power Adapter BH #CEACDCPA • MFR #18778

Q: 9. 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: 10. Can an Olympus Tough TG-5 be adapted to the telescope?

A: Yes it can with the Konus Universal Digiscoping Adapter for Point-and-Shoot Cameras and Smartphones BH #KOUNVRSLADPT • MFR #1301 https://www.bhphotovideo.com/c/product/1221463-REG/konus_1301_universal_digiscoping_adapter.html