The Best Telescope for BEGINNERS (Visual Astronomy)

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  • Orion 8945 SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope

    • UPC: 759270089436
    • ASIN: B001DDW9V6
    • Brand: Orion
    • Manufacturer: Orion

    A powerful and capable telescope, the Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian is one of our most popular reflectors due to its elegant combination of precision optics, mechanical simplicity, and rock-solid stability. You and your whole family will appreciate the bright, clear views of the night sky provided by the XT8 Classic. The Moon and planets of ... [Read More]

  • Celestron - AstroMaster 130EQ Newtonian Telescope - Reflector Telescope for Beginners - Fully-Coated Glass Optics - Adjustable-Height Tripod - BONUS Astronomy Software Package

    • UPC: 710032314418
    • ASIN: B000MLL6RS
    • Brand: Celestron
    • Manufacturer: Celestron

    For amateur stargazers, getting adjusted to the complexity of most high-quality telescopes can be frustrating and lead quickly to a lack of interest. If you’d like to enjoy the outdoors and use a professionally-designed, dual-purpose telescope for astronomy beginners that is powerful and user-friendly, Celestron offers an exceptional option. The ... [Read More]

  • Sky-Watcher 8" Collapsible Dobsonian Telescope

    • UPC: 050234117005
    • ASIN: B004Q78OII
    • Brand: Sky Watcher
    • Manufacturer: Celestron

    Corresponding to the escalating "aperture fever" that has gripped amateur astronomy for several decades, an 8" diameter is now generally regarded as the minimum entry-level aperture for serious observing. The low cost, large diameter, and fast focal ratio of the 8" Sky-Watcher Dobsonian make it an ideal dedicated telescope for wide-field, deep-spac... [Read More]

  • SkyWatcher S11610 Traditional Dobsonian 8-Inch (White)

    • UPC: 050234116107
    • ASIN: B00Z4G3PRK
    • Brand: Sky Watcher
    • Manufacturer: Celestron

    The Sky-Watcher Traditional Dobsonian Telescope 203mm/1200mm (8 and #34; ) has a and #34; paraboloidal and #34; primary mirror to eliminate spherical aberration and a four-arm, secondary- mirror bracket with fine supports (0. 5mm thick), to reduce diffraction spikes and light loss. In addition, this model include a 2 and #34; focuser with a 1. 25 a... [Read More]

  • Celestron - NexStar 8SE Telescope - Computerized Telescope for Beginners and Advanced Users - Fully-Automated GoTo Mount - SkyAlign Technology - 40,000+ Celestial Objects - 8-Inch Primary Mirror

    • UPC: 502341106392
    • ASIN: B000GUFOC8
    • Brand: Celestron
    • Manufacturer: Celestron

  • Celestron - NexStar 130SLT Computerized Telescope - Compact and Portable - Newtonian Reflector Optical Design - SkyAlign Technology - Computerized Hand Control - 130mm Aperture

    • UPC: 050234311458
    • ASIN: B0007UQNNQ
    • Brand: Celestron
    • Manufacturer: Celestron

  • Orion 8297 8-Inch f/3.9 Newtonian Astrograph Reflector Telescope

    • UPC: 759270082970
    • ASIN: B005VAFD4M
    • Brand: Orion
    • Manufacturer: Orion

    Our 8"aperture deep-sky imaging specialist boasts features usually reserved for much pricier astrophotography telescopes. In fact, the Orion 8" f/3.9 Newtonian Astrograph's powerful imaging performance easily exceeds what's achievable with many premium apo refractors costing thousands of dollars more. Its 8" parabolic primary mirror has 800mm of fo... [Read More]

  • 50 Targets for the Mid-Sized Telescope

    • ASIN: 0692858415
    • ISBN: 0692858415
    • Manufacturer: John A Read

    Written as a follow up to 50 Things to See with a Small Telescope,containing virtually no overlap in content, 50 Targets for the Mid-Sized Telescope introduces the beginner stargazer to a new assortment of astronomical wonders. With easy to follow star maps, unique for each target, the budding astronomer will explore the universe like never before... [Read More]

  • Sky & Telescope's Pocket Sky Atlas

    • ASIN: 1931559317
    • ISBN: 1931559317
    • Brand: Brand: Sky Publishing
    • Manufacturer: F+W Media

    Perfect for experienced stargazers and beginners alike, Sky & Telescope's Pocket Sky Atlas will have you exploring the heavens in no time!Sky & Telescope's celestial atlases are the standard by which all other star atlases have been judged for a half century. Now we've raised the bar again with ourPocket Sky Atlas - Jumbo Edition. There has never b... [Read More]

  • 21st Century Atlas of the Moon

    • ASIN: 1938228804
    • ISBN: 1938228804
    • Manufacturer: West Virginia University Press

    On most nights and days, the Moon is visible somewhere in the sky. For many, simply noticing it is a pleasure, yet it is also a fascinating world of craters, mountains, and volcanoes worthy of a closer look. The 21st Century Atlas of the Moon is uniquely designed for the backyard, amateur astronomer. As an indispensable guide to telescopic moon ... [Read More]

  • Celestron NexStar 8 SE Schmidt-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope - with Deluxe Accessory Kit (5 Celestron Plossl Eyepieces, 1.25" Barlow Lens, 1.25" Filter Set, Accessory Carry Case

    • ASIN: B00XVDQRFU
    • Brand: Celestron
    • Manufacturer: Celestron

    Astronomy made simple...Let a NeXStar SE help you find thousands of stars, planets galaxies and more at the touch of a button! In the tradition of Celestron's famous orange optical tubes, the new NeXStar SE Family combines the classic heritage of the original orange tube telescopes with state-of-the-art features including a fully computerized opera... [Read More]

  • Orion 10018 SkyQuest XT8i IntelliScope Dobsonian Telescope

    • UPC: 759270271831
    • ASIN: B000P2ZPB2
    • Brand: Orion
    • Manufacturer: Orion

    Orion's SkyQuest XT8i Intelliscope Dobsonian Computerized Telescope combines powerful 203mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in a nicely portable package. With the included IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator, the amateur stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's datab... [Read More]

  • Meade Instruments 8-inch LightSwitch Series Telescope with Advanced Coma-Free Optics

    • UPC: 709942353020
    • ASIN: B0031DW312
    • Brand: Meade Instruments
    • Manufacturer: Meade

    Aperture: 203.2mm(8-Inch). Focal Length: 2032mm. Meade’s revolutionary LS LightSwitch series of telescopes use advanced technologies like GPS, LNT and ECLIPS CCD imaging to do what no other consumer telescopes have done before: take all the hassle out of using a telescope. Simply flip the switch and the LS automatically aligns itself. Astronomer ... [Read More]

  • Celestron 94244 Enhance Your Viewing Experience Telescope Filter, 8", Black

    • UPC: 050234942447
    • ASIN: B071L1XRJN
    • Brand: Celestron
    • Manufacturer: Celestron Acquisition LLC

    Enhance your viewing experience with Celestron's EclipSmart Solar Filter for Celestron 8” telescopes. With two Velcro straps and four self-adhesive Velcro pads for added safety, you can be assured that the solar filter cannot be accidentally knocked off and will provide Solar Safe, ISO compliant viewing. List of 8" SCT: Advanced VX 8" Schmidt-Cas... [Read More]

  • Celestron - Telescope Carrying Case for NexStar Optical Tubes - Fits 4", 5", 6" and 8" Optical Tubes - NexStar SE, Evolution, Schmidt-Cassegrain, EdgeHD Compatible - Protective EVA Shell, Foam Lining

    • UPC: 050234940030
    • ASIN: B006YTQ9KQ
    • Brand: Celestron
    • Manufacturer: Celestron

    Your NexStar carrying case is designed to safely carry your NexStar 4/5/6 telescope as well as any Celestron 8-Inch SCT/EdgeHD optical tube.

  • SolarLite Solar Filter for Telescope, fits Celestron and Meade 8" Schmidt Cassegrain

    • ASIN: B01LWMQKIU
    • Brand: Thousand Oaks Optical
    • Manufacturer: Thousand Oaks Optical

    SOLARLITE Filters: NEW (Best Value) After years of R & D we have developed a new solar film that has the optical quality of the glass with the advantages of impregnated polymer (Thousand Oaks Optical Black Polymer). Will never develop pin holes or scratches that can let in light and ruin a filter. Other advantages: Light weight and does not require... [Read More]

  • Advanced VX 8" SCT

    • UPC: 050234202619
    • ASIN: B00AZDDATU
    • Brand: Celestron
    • Size: 8"
    • Manufacturer: Celestron

    The iconic 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain has been known for decades as Celestron's most beloved telescope. Now beginner to intermediate astroimagers can have their own C-8 at an extremely affordable price. This classic design has been upgraded with our StarBright XLT coatings for maximum light transmission. Combined with our fully featured Advanced VX ... [Read More]

  • Meade Instruments 228004 Lx65 8 Inch ACF Telescope with AudioStar

    • UPC: 709942998894
    • ASIN: B07NVXVDPP
    • Brand: MEADE
    • Manufacturer: Meade

    The LX65 series 8" Act has an advanced coma-free (ACF) optical design offering the coma-free Pinpoint Star images and flatter image fields while reducing astigmatism and eliminates diffraction spikes

  • SVBONY Telescope Lens 4mm 10mm 23mm Telescope Eyepieces Fully Coated Lens Telescope Accessories Kit Wide Angle for 1.25 inches Astronomic Telescope

    • UPC: 608560877911
    • ASIN: B01LZ6DDC2
    • Brand: SVBONY
    • Size: 4mm 10mm 23mm
    • Manufacturer: SVBONY

    SVBONY 1.25" fully coated wide angle 62°aspheric eyepiece is perfect for broad field lunar observations medium sized star clusters;cloudy nebulas and deep sky targetsNew to star gazing and didn't know what you needed to satisfy your needs;here is something can help you make an educated decision:Make sure that you know your telescope;and how to cal... [Read More]

  • Celestron - NexStar 90SLT Computerized Telescope - Compact and Portable - Maksutov-Cassegrain Optical Design - SkyAlign Technology - Computerized Hand Control - 90mm Aperture

    • UPC: 115971173377
    • ASIN: B0038LX8WU
    • Brand: Celestron
    • Manufacturer: Celestron

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