The Celestron Powerseeker-70 EQ is a very good telescope for beginners. It is ideal for both terrestrial and celestial applications. The Powerseeker-70 EQ offers multi-coated glass optics to allow clear and crisp images. This refractor model can also be used for astrophotography with an appropriate T-Mount adapter. It comes with the Celestron equatorial mount to allow you to follow the movements of celestial objects, a rugged pre-assembled tripod, a 20mm eyepiece and a 4mm eyepiece, the star chart software, and a permanent mounted Starpointer finderscope to easily locate heavenly objects.
Key Features
- 5x24 Finderscope
- Erect Image Optic ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use
- Quick release dovetail attachment
- German equatorial mount with setting circles to accurately locate celestial objects
- Rugged, pre-assembled tripod with 1.25" steel tube legs provides a rigid and stable platform
- All coated glass optics for clear, crisp images
- Deluxe accessory tray for convenient storage of accessories
- Star chart software
Specifications
| Optical Design |
Achromatic refractor |
| Optical Lens Diameter |
2.8" ( 70mm) |
| Focal Length |
700mm |
| Focal Ratio |
f/10.0 |
| Maximum Useful Magnification |
137x |
| Resolving Power |
Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Optical Tube Dimensions |
Not Specified by Manufacturer |
| Mount Type |
Equatorial |
| Eyepiece Barrel Diameter |
1.25" |
| Finderscope |
1x StarPointer |
| Tripod |
Adjustable aluminum 26-47" ( 66-119cm) |
| Motor |
No |
| GO-TO Capability |
No |
| PC Compatible |
No |
| Power Source |
None |
| Weight |
18.0 lbs ( 8.17kg) |
