The Astromaster 70EQ is a tool suitable for astronomical observations. The sturdy steel tripod and the equatorial head make it possible to observe the details of the moon and brighter planets, to appreciate the beauty of many double stars of the brightest objects in the deep sky and to pursue them manually using the convenient right ascension knob.

• German Equatorial/Alt-Az/dual-OTA mode.
• Permanent periodic error correction (PPEC).
• Belt drive – Super smooth PE curve. Low backlash, silent slewing.
• +/- 5 arc seconds native periodic error.
• Dual shutter release control for batch exposures of astrophotography.
• Motor controller with high torque and accuracy.
• Includes two V-style saddles for mounting dual OTAs
• Secure-fit power supply connections.
• Polar alignment with optional polarscope.
• Dual Encoders
• Counterweight extension bar included.
• Retractable counterweight bar.

WARNING: the Synscan hand controller has now been replaced by the WIFI controller to be used with Synscan Pro by Skywatcher 

AZ-EQ6 SynScan GoTo Altazimuthal Equatorial Mount

WARNING: the Synscan hand controller has now been replaced by the WIFI controller to be used with the app Synscan Pro by Skywatcher 

• 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain optical tube
• Multi-purpose alt-azimuth mount
• Adjustable height aluminum tripod with 1.25” legs
• 11 pound payload capacity
• SynScan Go To telescope mount with 42,900 object+ database
• Built-in WiFi
• Controlled with SynScan Pro app for iOS and Android
• Freedom Find dual encoder technology
• DC operation (batteries not included)

• 102mm Maksutov-Cassegrain optical tube
• Multi-purpose alt-azimuth mount
• Adjustable height aluminum tripod with 1.25” legs
• 11 pound payload capacity
• SynScan Go To telescope mount with 42,900 object+ database
• Built-in WiFi
• Controlled with SynScan Pro app for iOS and Android
• Freedom Find dual encoder technology
• DC operation (batteries not included)

• X-Cel LX eyepieces, optimized for planetary viewing, offer a 60° field of view through a six-element fully multi-coated lens system
• Pop-up rubber eyeguards provide comfort and increase contrast.  Raise and lower with a simple twist.
• A treaded rubber grip offers a no-slip grip, even with gloves on
• 1.25” barrels are threaded to accept filters

• X-Cel LX eyepieces, optimized for planetary viewing, offer a 60° field of view through a six-element fully multi-coated lens system
• Pop-up rubber eyeguards provide comfort and increase contrast.  Raise and lower with a simple twist.
• A treaded rubber grip offers a no-slip grip, even with gloves on
• 1.25” barrels are threaded to accept filters

• X-Cel LX eyepieces, optimized for planetary viewing, offer a 60° field of view through a six-element fully multi-coated lens system
• Pop-up rubber eyeguards provide comfort and increase contrast.  Raise and lower with a simple twist.
• A treaded rubber grip offers a no-slip grip, even with gloves on
• 1.25” barrels are threaded to accept filters

• X-Cel LX eyepieces, optimized for planetary viewing, offer a 60° field of view through a six-element fully multi-coated lens system
• Pop-up rubber eyeguards provide comfort and increase contrast.  Raise and lower with a simple twist.
• A treaded rubber grip offers a no-slip grip, even with gloves on
• 1.25” barrels are threaded to accept filters

• X-Cel LX eyepieces, optimized for planetary viewing, offer a 60° field of view through a six-element fully multi-coated lens system
• Pop-up rubber eyeguards provide comfort and increase contrast.  Raise and lower with a simple twist.
• A treaded rubber grip offers a no-slip grip, even with gloves on
• 1.25” barrels are threaded to accept filters

• X-Cel LX eyepieces, optimized for planetary viewing, offer a 60° field of view through a six-element fully multi-coated lens system
• Pop-up rubber eyeguards provide comfort and increase contrast.  Raise and lower with a simple twist.
• A treaded rubber grip offers a no-slip grip, even with gloves on
• 1.25” barrels are threaded to accept filters

• X-Cel LX eyepieces, optimized for planetary viewing, offer a 60° field of view through a six-element fully multi-coated lens system
• Pop-up rubber eyeguards provide comfort and increase contrast.  Raise and lower with a simple twist.
• A treaded rubber grip offers a no-slip grip, even with gloves on
• 1.25” barrels are threaded to accept filters

• Most famous sensor of Sony
• APS-C(1.8″) Diagonal 28.4mm
• 16M Pixel (4944×3284)
• Very low read noise: 2.3e @24db gain 3.3e @lowest gain
• 14Bit ADC: provide real 14bit Dynamic range
• Electronic shutter: no vibration problem with mechanical shutter

• The Celestron 2.5x Luminos Barlow increases the magnification of any 2” or 1.25” eyepiece by two and a half times
• High-quality 4-element optics produce a flat field for sharp images that are free of extraneous color
• Hard-anodized aluminum barrel is threaded to accept 2” filters
• A brass compression ring holds eyepieces firmly in place, and large thumbscrews are easy to turn, even with gloves on
• A 2” to 1.25” adapter is included.  Allows the use of both 2” and 1.25” eyepieces.

• Enjoy wide 82° views with Celestron Luminos Eyepieces
• Retractable eyecup pops up when you need it, drops down when you don’t
• Sturdy anodized aluminum barrels are threaded for filters
• A rubber grip keeps the eyepiece securely in your hands, even when it’s cold or you have gloves on

• Enjoy wide 82° views with Celestron Luminos Eyepieces
• Retractable eyecup pops up when you need it, drops down when you don’t
• Sturdy anodized aluminum barrels are threaded for filters
• A rubber grip keeps the eyepiece securely in your hands, even when it’s cold or you have gloves on

• Enjoy wide 82° views with Celestron Luminos Eyepieces
• Retractable eyecup pops up when you need it, drops down when you don’t
• Sturdy anodized aluminum barrels are threaded for filters
• A rubber grip keeps the eyepiece securely in your hands, even when it’s cold or you have gloves on