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PowerSeeker 80AZS Telescope
- $355.00
Celestron PowerSeeker telescopes are a great way to open up the wonders of the Universe to the aspiring astronomer. The PowerSeeker series is designed to give the first-time telescope user the perfect combination of quality, value, features and power. Amateur astronomy is a great family hobby that can be enjoyed year round, and Celestrons PowerSeekers are the ideal choice for families looking for an affordable and high quality telescope that will provide many hours of enjoyment for children and adults alike. PowerSeekers are quick and easy to set up even for the novice. No tools are required for assembly!
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PowerSeeker 80AZS Telescope
- Fully coated glass optics
- Fast f/5 focal ratio offers a wide field of view for observing star clusters and nebulae
- Quick and easy no-tool setup
- Lightweight and easy to transport
Description
Celestron PowerSeeker telescopes open up the wonders of the universe to the aspiring astronomer. The PowerSeeker 80AZS is designed to give the first-time telescope user the perfect combination of quality, value, features and power.
Amateur astronomy is a great family hobby that can be enjoyed year round, and Celestron’s PowerSeeker telescopes are the ideal choice for an affordable and high quality telescope that will provide many hours of enjoyment.
The PowerSeeker 80AZS is quick and easy to set up, even for the novice, with no tools required. The sturdy, collapsible alt-azimuth mount is perfectly suited for terrestrial viewing as well as astronomical use. No matter when you’re observing, you ‘ll get bright, sharp views from PowerSeeker’s fully coated glass optical components.
Specifications
Optical Design | Refractor |
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Aperture (mm) | 80 mm (3.15 in) |
Focal Length | 400 mm (16 in) |
Focal Ratio | f/5 |
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) | 20 mm (0.79 in) |
Finderscope | 5x24 |
Star Diagonal | Erect Image Diagonal |
Mount Type | Altazimuth |
Tripod | Aluminum |
Tripod Leg Diameter | 1 in |
Highest Useful Magnification | 189x |
Lowest Useful Magnification | 11x |
Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 12 |
Resolution (Rayleigh) | 1.74 arc seconds arc seconds |
Resolution (Dawes) | 1.45 arc seconds arc seconds |
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye) | 131x |
Optical Coatings | Multi-Coated |
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