Celestron PowerSeeker 60 AZ Telescope - 60mm Aperture, 700mm Focal Length, Refractor, Altazimuth Mount, Aluminum Tripod

The Celestron PowerSeeker 60 AZ Telescope is an ideal entry-level refractor telescope designed for beginners and hobbyists. With a 60mm aperture and 700mm focal length, it offers clear views of the Moon, planets, and bright deep-sky objects. The altazimuth mount and full-height aluminum tripod provide stable and easy setup, making it perfect for terrestrial and astronomical observation.

Advantages

This telescope combines quality optics with user-friendly features. The fully coated glass optics enhance light transmission for brighter images. The included 3x Barlow lens triples the magnification of each eyepiece, giving you versatile viewing options. The erect image diagonal ensures correct orientation for daytime use, and the Starry Night Basic Edition software helps you explore the night sky.

Suitable for

• Beginners and amateur astronomers
• Family stargazing and educational purposes
• Terrestrial observation (nature, landscapes)
• Lunar and planetary viewing

Key specifications

• Optical Design: Refractor
• Aperture: 60 mm (2.4 in)
• Focal Length: 700 mm
• Focal Ratio: f/11.7
• Eyepieces: 20 mm (35x), 4 mm (175x) - 1.25" barrel
• Barlow Lens: 3x
• Finderscope: 5x24
• Mount: Altazimuth (AZ)
• Tripod: Aluminum, full-height
• Diagonal: 90° erect image
• Highest Useful Magnification: 142x
• Lowest Useful Magnification: 8.6x
• Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 11.4
• Resolution (Rayleigh): 2.32 arc sec
• Resolution (Dawes): 1.93 arc sec
• Light Gathering Power: 73x
• Optical Coatings: Fully coated
• Optical Tube Material: Aluminum
• Software: Starry Night Basic Edition

Recommendations

Celestron PowerSeeker 60 AZ is a reliable and affordable telescope for those starting their astronomical journey. Its simple setup and included accessories provide great value. We recommend using it under dark skies for best results and exploring the Moon, Jupiter's moons, and Saturn's rings.