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Celestron AstroMaster 90 EQ Refractor Telescope

Celestron AstroMaster 90 EQ Refractor Telescope

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Sale Price: $249.98 SAVE: $153.97 (38%)

List Price : $403.95

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  • Erect image optics - Ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use
  • Quick release dovetail attachment - no tool setup
  • German Equatorial Mount with setting circles - to accurately locate and track sky objects
  • Rugged pre-assembled tripod with 1.25-inch steel tube legs
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Description

Designed for the first time buyer - offering exceptional value, the AstroMaster series features a compact and portable design with ample optical performance to excite any newcomer to the world of amateur astronomy.


Which AstroMaster Telescope model best fits your needs?
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. This telescope has an aperture of 90mm.


The AstroMaster 90 EQ features a German Equatorial mount that will help you view stars, nebulae, star clusters, and planets. A built-in setting circle aids in locating these objects.


When used for astronomical viewing, AstroMasters yield breathtaking views of the Moon, Saturn with its ring structure, Jupiter and its belts and moons, nebulae and star clusters.


Every instrument features all glass optical elements, as well as smooth operating steel tripod mountings featuring manual motion controls. All models feature coated optics for enhanced image brightness and clarity.

 

General Features:

  • Quick and easy no-tool setup
  • Erect image optics - Ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use
  • Quick release dovetail attachment - no tool setup
  • German Equatorial mount with Setting circles - to accurately locate and track sky 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
  • "The Sky®" Level 1 planetarium software with 10,000 object database and enhanced images

Supplier Sku:
21064
What's Included:
Telescope, Tripod, Sky Level 1 planetarium software
Shipping Restrictions:
Available for shipment to the USA and Canada only.
Dimensions & Specifications

Recommended Usage

For the Beginner , Viewing the Moon , Viewing the Planets

Warranty

2-Year Limited

Features

Equatorial Mount

Brand

Celestron

Weight Complete

23 lbs.

Finderscope

Fixed StarPointer

Lens Coating

Multi-Coated

GPS

No

GoTo

No

Telescopes Series

Celestron AstroMaster Telescopes

Optical Design

Refractor

Aperture

90mm

Focal Length

1000mm

Focal Ratio

f/11

Mount Design

CG-2 Equatorial

Eyepiece 1

20mm (50x)

Eyepiece 2

10mm (100x)

Highest Useful Magnification

200x

Star Diagonal

1.25 Inch

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Celestron AstroMaster 90 EQ Refractor Telescope
 
4.6

(based on 9 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (5)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (4)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (0)

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88%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Quality lenses (8)
  • Strong construction (8)
  • Accurate (6)
  • Comfortable eyepiece (3)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Astronomy (9)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Casual/ recreational (7)

    REVIEWS

    Reviewed by 9 customers

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    Oct

    18

    2011

    (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

     
    4.0

    I would recommend this to a friend

    By lu

    from michigan

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Accurate
    • Easy to Use
    • Quality Lenses
    • Strong Construction

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Astronomy

      Comments about Celestron AstroMaster 90 EQ Refractor Telescope:

      good buy

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Mar

      20

      2011

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Overall Happy

      By Buzz Lightyear

      from Silver lake Wisconsin

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Quality Lenses
      • Strong Construction

      Cons

      • Heavy

      Best Uses

      • Astronomy

      Comments about Celestron AstroMaster 90 EQ Refractor Telescope:

      I bought this telescope because my 5 year old loves outerspace,but I didn't want to go get some piece of garbage from [...] that has less power than my cell phone camera. I know nothing about telescopes, so I cant really compare this to others. However, if you are a first timer who wants to get into stargazing, but not quite sure what to buy, this is probably the route you want to go. It is relatively inexpensive, has enough powert to see real cool stuff up there, is easy to set up, and is pretty good quality. It is a little heavy, so Dad, you're going to have to carry it in and out for junior. Do your research and ask questions, but for first timers, I think this one is a good starting point.

      • Was this a gift?:
      • No

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Feb

      19

      2010

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Greeat scope!

      By Dude

      from Texas

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Accurate
      • Easy to balance
      • Easy to set up
      • Heavy
      • Quality Lenses
      • Strong Construction

      Cons

      • Red dot finder isnt great

      Best Uses

      • Astronomy
      • Looking at the moon

      Comments about Celestron AstroMaster 90 EQ Refractor Telescope:

      I have owned this telescope for a few months. It's great! It's my first scope, when I first got it, I worried that it would be confusing to align, and after many nights of pointing and seeing whatever I could, I finally used a compass to align it. It couldn't be easier! I would like to buy more eye peices. You can just barely see some rings around Saturn, the Moon looks amazing, especially the terminator line. This is a perfect scope! Easy to use and it is very solid. I bumped the scope a couple times and it is in perfect working condition. No collimation needed yet.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

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      Jul

      29

      2009

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

       
      5.0

      Great scope right out of the box!!

      By Star Party

      from Loa Angeles Calif.

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Verified Reviewer

      Pros

      • Accurate
      • Strong Construction

      Cons

      • But it does make it stabl
      • Heavy

      Best Uses

      • Astronomy

      Comments about Celestron AstroMaster 90 EQ Refractor Telescope:

      Easy to assemble, watch the U Tube video, helps a lot. First nite great Moon details, then Jupiter and the 4 moons. Saturn to low on the horizon. Would like to see the slow motion cables longer, but with the E.Q. mount you have the flexibility to make them closer to the eyepiece.

      Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

      (1 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

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      Dec

      5

      2008

      (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

       
      4.0

      Quality at a great price

      By boomer

      from New York, New York

      About Me Casual/ Recreational

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Comfortable Eyepiece
      • Quality Lenses
      • Strong Construction

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Astronomy
        • Bird Watching
        • Bright Conditions

        Comments about Celestron AstroMaster 90 EQ Refractor Telescope:

        I was impressed with the quality and sturdyness of my Astromaster 90EQ. As a first time user of a telescope designed for astronomy the ease of putting everything together along with clear instructions made my purchase even further worthwhile. I would highly recommend this telescope to first time users.

        Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend

        (3 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

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        Customer Q & A

        Q1: How long is the tube in inches?

        A: The tube is roughly 36 inches depending on the extension of the eyepiece and whether or not you would leave the dew shield on the front of the telescope.

        Q2: What is the highest possible magnification eye piece I can purchase?

        A: The highest useful magnification will be a 5mm eyepiece.

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