Celestron Astromaster 130EQ - Telescope
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The Story
The Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ is a versatile Newtonian reflector telescope designed for both terrestrial and celestial viewing. With its 130mm aperture and German equatorial mount, it delivers bright, clear images of the Moon, planets, and brighter deep-sky objects, making it an excellent choice for amateur astronomers seeking an easy-to-use yet capable instrument.
add_circle The Upside
- check Dual-purpose capability for both terrestrial and astronomical viewing
- check Large 130mm aperture provides good light gathering for brighter deep-sky objects
- check German equatorial mount allows for precise tracking of celestial objects
remove_circle The Downside
- close 13kg weight makes it less portable than smaller telescopes
- close Newtonian design requires occasional collimation (alignment) maintenance
- close May require additional accessories for optimal deep-sky viewing
Specifications & features
Key features
- check_circle 130mm aperture Newtonian reflector optical design
- check_circle German equatorial mount with setting circles for accurate tracking
- check_circle Quick and easy no-tool setup with quick release dovetail attachment
- check_circle Includes two eyepieces (20mm and 10mm) and StarPointer finderscope
- check_circle Comes with "The SkyX - First Light Edition" astronomy software
Specifications
Optical Design
Newtonian Reflector
Focal Length
650mm
Aperture
130mm
Eyepieces Included
20mm (33x), 10mm (65x)
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