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Celestron Telescopes

These telescopes help families and beginners explore the night sky with clear glass optics and stable mounts

For adults For beginners Refractor telescopes For kids For moon viewing Tripod included 90mm aperture Reflector telescopes Equatorial mounts 114mm aperture 80mm aperture Black With phone adapter Altazimuth mounts Blue Portable For travel 60mm aperture For deep sky Smart telescopes 70mm aperture Digital 130mm aperture Dobsonian telescopes Tabletop mounts For astrophotography
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What stands out

Coated Glass Optics

The lenses provide clear views of the moon and stars.

Adjustable Tripod Height

The included stands adjust to fit both kids and adults.

Simple Tracking Mounts

Altazimuth and equatorial mounts help you follow celestial objects.

Why it’s listed

Backyard Astronomy Standards

This set features refractor and reflector models with apertures ranging from 80mm to 114mm for varied light gathering. Many models include smartphone adapters and astronomy software to help identify what you see.

  • Fully-coated glass optics
  • AstroMaster 114EQ reflector design
  • PowerSeeker wide-field refractor
  • Altazimuth mounts for easy pointing
  • Smartphone adapter for 1.25 in eyepieces
  • Adjustable-height steel tripods
What to look for

Family Stargazing Design

The AstroMaster series is built for families to use together in the backyard for moon and planet viewing.

Refractor and Reflector Options

Choose between refractor models for crisp terrestrial views or reflectors like the 114EQ for deeper sky exploration.

Portable Travel Builds

Several models are designed for travel, making it easy to take your hobby away from city lights.

Beginner Friendly Setup

These listings emphasize quick assembly and included software to help new users find their way around the stars.

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32 telescopes in this lineup

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Notes from buyers

Michael 4.6

The 102AZ refractor is great for looking at the moon, and the smartphone adapter let me take clear photos of the craters.

Wayne 5.0

I set up the 114EQ in the backyard for my kids, and the equatorial mount made it much easier to track objects as they moved.

Peter 4.5

The PowerSeeker 80AZS is a nice short-tube model that is easy to pack up for weekend trips.

Before you buy

Celestron Questions

What is the difference between the AstroMaster and PowerSeeker models?

AstroMaster models often feature larger apertures and more robust mounts for family use, while PowerSeeker models focus on portability and wide-field views.

Can I take photos with these telescopes?

Yes, specific models like the 102AZ include a smartphone adapter designed to fit 1.25 in eyepieces for capturing discoveries.

Are these telescopes suitable for children?

This catalog includes several models specifically designated for kids and beginners, featuring simple altazimuth mounts for easy operation.

What can I see with a 114mm aperture?

The 114mm reflector models are designed for backyard astronomy, providing enough light gathering to see the moon and brighter deep-sky objects.