The Skywatcher GreatStart SW 130N-EQ2 130mm Manual Reflector Telescope provides light gathering sufficient to resolve rudimentary structural detail in prominent deep-space objects to a greater extent than a 114mm mirror instrument. M13 the spectacular globular star cluster in Hercules can be incrementally resolved into thousands of additional stars surrounding the object's central core compared to a 114mm scope. Glowing, cloud-like nebulosity is more impressive, brighter and seen in wider in extension in emission nebulae like M42 (The Great Orion Nebula) and M8 (Laguna Nebula) compared to a 114mm diameter instrument. The SW 130N-EQ2 resolves lunar and planetary detail admirably. The SW 130N can be relied upon to provide satisfying images of solar system objects that are superior to that of a 114mm telescope. Nonetheless, the incredible sharpness of the SW 90AR-EQ2 objective lens for planetary viewing may be a better choice for those primarily relegated to observing the solar system because deep space viewing is severely compromised by city sky glow. The primary mirror is fabricated from Grade-A glass to exacting demands of smoothness and optical figure. The mirror is aluminized and over coated with a hard protective quartz layer for lasting quality. This telescope offers a traditional focal length of 900mm yielding higher powers with each eyepiece used compared to the wide field SW 130NS-EQ2 model. The focuser assembly is solid and stable with a mechanically s

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 withaccessory tray, “The Sky Level 1” CD-ROM.

You are buying the Telescope to be perfect but the box to have some damage. Meade Instruments DS-2114AT 114mm Altazimuth Reflector Go-To Telescope Automatic alignment / Altazimuth DS-2000 mount / 114 mm (4.5 inch) aperture / AutoStar Suite planetarium software included Description: Automatic alignment / Altazimuth DS-2000 mount / 114 mm (4.5 inch) aperture / AutoStar Suite planetarium software included Video requires the latest version of Flash Player The DS-2114AT is a fully GoTo telescope, an onboard Computer knows the night sky. After a short alignment procedure, your telescope will be ready to take you on a tour of the universe. Special features to this model include a new generation II DS-2000 mount and a new advanced field tripod for a solid observing platform. Also features oversized declination lock knob with fast locking grip and enhanced SmartFinder with multi-coated optics. Large 114mm Aperture captures a lot more light for brighter images and greater detail. Two Premium 1.25" Super Plossl eyepieces provide superior long eye relief and an expansive wide visual field. The automatic alignment, SmartFinderTM Electronic level sensor, electronic magnetic north sensor, high precision internal clock and red dot projection finder all work together to get you aligned with the heavens. It assembles in minutes and includes everything you need to explore your universe, including AutoStar SuiteTM Astronomer Edition planetarium Software and an instructional Video to teach you the night sky and how to use your telescope. · New generation II DS-2000 mount and new advanced field tripod · Large 114mm (4.5") aperture · Two Premium 1.25" Super Plossl eyepieces · Automatic alignment + SmartFinderTM Electronic level sensor, electronic magnetic north sensor, high precision internal clock and red dot projection finder · Assembles in minutes · AutoStar SuiteTM Astronomer Edition planetarium software and an instructional video included

Although perfect for beginning stargazers, this telescope is not a toy! The Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector is just the right size - large enough to see night sky objects yet compact enough to sit on a desk. The wide field of vision is ideal for observing detailed moon craters and even the spectacular rings of Saturn without having to leave town. Under darker skies, the SkySkanner has enough light-gathering power to reveal objects as deep as the Milky Way. Complete with 100mm parabolic primary mirror optics made of glass not plastic, two 1.25" eyepieces, and an EZ finder II reflex sight, this 100mm reflector provides up to 40x magnification out of the box and collects over 200 times more light than the unaided eye!

Affordable and Portable.........The R130Sf 5” Newtonian telescope comes standard with the 6 x30 finder and dovetail tube plate that attaches quickly to the Porta mount. It’s the perfect medium aperture, pick up and go package. The PORTA gives great performance when viewing objects at high magnification, the damping and vibration being significantly reduced as compared to other lesser quality telescope mounts.

You don't have to know Lyra from Leo to locate oodles of celestial objects with the StarSeeker 130. It uses the latest computerized object-locating technology to automatically pinpoint any of 4,000+ astronomical objects, then tracks it until you are ready to move on to the next one! With the largest optics of all the StarSeekers, this model sees the deepest into space. Its 130mm-diameter (5.1") parabolic mirror has a short focal length to provide a wide field of view and bright images. Friends and family will enjoy probing intriguing star clusters and nebulas as well as the Moon and planets. Includes illuminated hand controller, 1.25" R&P focuser, two Kellner eyepieces, and a red-dot finder scope to aid in the initial alignment.

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.

The ultimate first telescope, the new Voyager® Sky Tour gives amateur stargazers a pro-grade audio tour of the night sky. Its illuminated Smart Mount points the way as the talking handset describes constellations and planets, and keeps you engaged with entertaining facts and mythology tidbits.

Rich-Field 4.5 Inch Newtonian Reflector Telescope. Possibly the best reflector telescope value available today, this 4.5" scope boasts a short 500mm focal length. As a result, this scope packs a super-fast F/4.4 F-ratio, making it an extremely powerful instrument for wide-field and deep space astronomy. With its tremendous light-gathering power, you can observe fabulous nebulae, galaxies, binary star systems and most of the famed deep space Messier objects in dark skies. You can see outstanding detail when viewing the moon you'll spot the Rings of Saturn and the Moons of Jupiter. Included is an adjustable full-sized aluminum tripod with a built-in accessory tray. This scope has an Equatorial Mount, so it can be polar aligned to track the movements of stars parade across the night sky. Use the declination circle, hour circle and latitude scale to quickly locate any celestial body. Thanks to precision worm gears and a substantial counter weight, the telescope can be balanced so that the slightest finger touch turn of the flexi cables will move the telescope with a smooth, steady motion. An optional right-ascension motor drive is available. Two medium power 1.25" diameter Plossl eyepieces (25mm & 10mm) and a Barlow 2x lens are included. Additional 1.25" eyepieces are available. Also included is a dust-free cleaning cloth, a map of the surface of the moon and a moon filter designed for reducing moon glare, and a poster of the solar system. The primary mirror is collimated (aligned) at the factory, but the scope does not include collimation aides, tools or instructions. All reflector telescopes show an inverted image, so purchase an optional erector eyepiece for daytime terrestrial viewing. Because the included paper instructions offer limited guidance, we provide buyers with an online full-color photograph, step-by-step assembly guide so you'll be up and running without having to struggle with a complex assembly diagram.

Tack sharp telescope with extra aperture for deep sky views. Here is one of the best multiple purpose grab and go telescopes that is as perfectly suited for looking at the stars as it is the bird in the tree half a mile away.Don’t let its diminutive size and weight fool you, many telescopes like this design are used for research around the globe and even outside our atmosphere! You are sure to be blown away by its snap focus and razor like images.The PORTA II gives great performance when viewing objects at high magnification, the damping and vibration being significantly reduced as compared to other lesser quality telescope mounts.