Telescopes Reviews and Prices
Telescopes bring the cosmos closer. Stargazing can be a fascinating hobby and powerful educational tool. But if you don't have a realistic notion of what you're shopping for, your telescope purchase may end up being a big disappointment. Consumer Guide's expert reviews break down the specifics on telescopes so you can find the one that's right for you.

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Celestron NexStar 8i (XLT) SE Photo
The Celestron NexStar 8i (XLT) SE has a lightweight, computerized scope with excellent light gathering capabilities. Check out Consumer Guide's review....

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$999.98 - $1322.99
Bushnell Northstar 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain w/RVO telescope Photo
The Bushnell Northstar 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope offers good optics for this price range. Read Consumer Guide's review....

Meade ETX-80AT-TC telescope Photo
The Meade ETX-80AT-TC telescope is a multi-use astronomical as well as terrestrial scope. Read the full review by Consumer Guide....

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$229.98 - $289.99


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Meade LX90 8109031 Telescope Photo
LX90 8''/2000mm f/10 Astro Telescope - Motorized Schmidt-Cassegrain with #497 Autostar Computer Hand Control, Autostar Suite Software, Lunar Planetary Imager, Tripod & Ultra-High Transmission Coatings ...
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$1954.95 - $3299.00
Meade Astro ETX-90AT Telescope Photo
This is next generation technology built on Meade's original ETX concept to create the most advanced electronically-controlled telescopes that include automatic GO TO object-location with the Autostar Computer Controller (optional). Perfect for both the beginner and the advanced astronomer who alrea...
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$413.60 - $989.00
Celestron NexStar 5 Telescope Photo
The NexStar ushers in a whole new generation of computer automated technology. Simple and friendly to use, the NexStar is up and running after locating just two alignment stars. Its the perfect combination of power and portability. If astronomy is a new hobby, one may wish to start off by using the ...
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$849.95 - $849.95
Swift 863R Telescope Photo
The Swift 863R is a 114mm (4.5") diameter, 900mm focal length Newtonian reflector telescope, with an equatorial mount, aluminum tripod, 5x20 finderscope, 6, 9 and 20mm Kellner 1.25" eyepieces, for magnifications from 45-150x. Reveals lunar craters and monutains, Venus phases, Jupiter bands...
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$199.95 - $199.95
Celestron NexStar 114 SLT Telescope Photo
The NexStar 114 SLT has over twice the light-gathering power of an 80mm telescope! And the 114 SLT, like the other models in the SLT Series, comes with a fully computerized hand control with a database of over 4,000 celestial objects! With its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, the NexStar 114 ...
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$349.00 - $349.00
Celestron FirstScope 76 Telescope Photo
The Celestron FirstScope telescope pays tribute to the men and women who brought us one step closer to understanding the universe around us. High quality Dobsonian style stand with a 76 mm reflector optical tube make Celestron FirstScope an ideal entry level astronomical telescope.Portable and lighw...
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$37.95 - $61.37
Celestron NexStar 5i Telescope Photo
Available in late July 2002, Celestron's affordable NexStar 5i and NexStar 8i are exciting new additions to our renowned NexStar family. NexStar 5i and NexStar 8i take the best of our coveted NexStar 5 and 8 to the next level of performance and operating features. Equipped with the standard electron...
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$29.99 - $29.99
Educational Insights 5273 (80 x 50mm) Telescope Photo
With the GeoVision microscope and telescope set, you can view everything from a microbe to the moon! The portable 360mm telescope features lightweight metal tube construction and a 50mm achromatic objective lens. The all-glass optics and rack-and-pinion focusing deliver clear, up-close images at mag...
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$53.67 - $76.99
Meade NG-70 Telescope Photo
Recently upgraded from 60mm to 70mm aperature, Meade's NG70 telescope combines improved light-gathering ability with light-loss-reducing special optical coatings to produce noticeably sharper images of both celestial and terrestrial objects, making for a much better viewing experience. All the major...
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$77.99 - $139.91
Celestron FirstScope 70 EQ Telescope Photo
This telescope has all glass components, coated optics and smooth functioning mounts, with the added benefit of slow motion controls on the mount for easy adjustments. The Firstscope 70 telescope tubes are glossy black aluminum. Firstscope 70 models are powerful optical instruments that have 100 tim...
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$118.95 - $264.02
Celestron Astromaster 90 Az Refractor Telescope 21063
Store Home Brands Departments Categories About Us Policies Contact Us Celestron AstroMaster 90 AZ Refractor Telescope Altazimuth 21063 This Stock Photo may not match the actual item listed.This listing is for Model# 21063 Authorized Dealer Product Code: CI-TS-21063 Model Number: 21063 Celestron AstroMaster 90 AZ Refractor Telescope Altazimuth 21063 is a dual-purpose telescope that is great for both terrestrial and celestial viewing. The Astro Master 90 AZ Telescope by Celestron produces bright

$234.75
Celestron Advanced Series C8-ngt Reflector Telescope
Store Home Brands Departments Categories About Us Policies Contact Us Celestron Advanced Series C8-NGT Newtonian Reflector Telescope 31062 This Stock Photo may not match the actual item listed.This listing is for Model# 31062 Authorized Dealer Product Code: CI-TS-31062 Model Number: 31062 For a completely automated Celestron Telescope GoTo system, the Celestron Advanced Series C8-NGT Newtonian Reflector Telescope (#11026) comes mounted on the CG-5 GT computerized EQ mount and allows access to f

$1019.00
Meade 14-inch Lx200-acf (f/10) Coma-free Telescope
Meade's LX200-ACF brings Advanced Coma-Free (ACF) optics within reach of aspiring astronomers everywhere. Nearly every observatory reflector in the world uses an aplanatic (coma-free) optical system like the Ritchey-Chrétien (RC), including NASA's Hubble Space Telescope. Now you can own similar optics to what the professionals use. The LX200-ACF includes all the field-proven features of the LX200 including GPS, Primary Mirror Lock, Zero Image-Shift Microfocuser, Oversized Primary Mirror, SmartDrive;, Smart Mount, AutoStar® II and more.

$6995.00
Celestron Powerseeker 80 Eq Telescope Csn21048 80eq
Celestron PowerSeeker 80EQ CSN21048 Easy to assemble 80mm German Equatorial refractor 78% brighter images than a 60mm telescope Pre-assembled aluminum tripod and accessory tray Slow motion controls for smooth tracking 3x Barlow lens triples the magnifying power of each eyepiece Finderscope: 5x24 Includes two 1.25" eyepieces and Star diagonal Includes CD-ROM "The Sky" Astronomy Software Suitable for celestial and terrestrial viewing Powered by eBay Turbo Lister The free listing tool. List your i

$159.99
Coronado Personal Solar Telescope <1.0 Angstrom H-alpha Refractor
Optical Design: Refractor, Focal Length: 400 mm, Max Useful Magnification: 32 x, Mount Type: Equatorial

$599.00
Celestron Cpc925 Edge Hd 9.25"  Latest Telescope Tax Free Free Ship
Check out my other items ! Sign up for my email newsletters by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Celestron CPC Deluxe 925 HD Computerized Telescope Manufactured by: Celestron Model: 11008 $3,199.00 Celestron CPC Deluxe 925 HD Computerized Telescope Celestron's 9.25 optical system has enjoyed a loyal following since we first introduced it with our Ultima 9.25 in 1995. Now the 9.25 optical tube is even better with the addition of EdgeHD optics. The 9.25 is a favorite among astro imagers and

$3199.00
Celestron Cpc 1100 Starbright Xlt Gps Schmidt-cassegrain 2800mm Telescope
SquareTrade AP6.0 Search: Close (X) Celestron CPC 1100 StarBright XLT GPS Schmidt-Cassegrain 2800mm Telescope with Tripod and Tube Brand New in Original Packaging SKU: 11075XLT What's in the Box 40mm (70x ) Plossl Eyepiece (1.25") 8x50mm Finderscope with Quick Release Bracket Car Battery Adapter (25'/7.7 m) NexRemote Control Software CD RS-232 to Serial Port Cable - for GPS 16 Accessory Star Diagonal - 1.25" Visual Back (1.25") Computerized Altazimuth Fork Mount Tripod 2-Year Warranty Product D

$4719.63
Celestron Cpc925 9.25" Sct Goto Telescope
Check out my other items ! Sign up for my email newsletters by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites Overview CPC 925 GPS (XLT) - General Features 9.25" diffraction limited Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope Celestron's premium StarBright XLT coatings Fully computerized dual fork arm Altazimuth mount 8x50 finderscope to help accurately find objects Ergonomic design - Comfortably lift and move the telescope from location to location Star diagonal provides more comfortable viewing position when observ

$2499.00
Coronado 40mm F/10 Personal Solar Telescope -
Optical Design: Refractor, Focal Length: 400 mm, Max Useful Magnification: 32 x, Mount Type: Equatorial

$599.00
Celestron Advanced Series C8-ngt Reflector Telescope
Untitled Document OPERATED BY OPTICSPLANET 800-504-6041 Contact Us About Us Policies Celestron Advanced Series C8-NGT Newtonian Reflector Telescope 31062 Authorized Dealer Product Code CI-TS-31062 Model Number: 31062 Qualifies for Free Ground Shipping* For a completely automated Celestron Telescope GoTo system, the Celestron Advanced Series C8-NGT Newtonian Reflector Telescope (#11026) comes mounted on the CG-5 GT computerized EQ mount and allows access to features like automatic star alignment

$1019.00




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