TS Optics Telescope AC 70/700 Starscope AZ-2 (56947)

This refractor telescope is ideal for beginners who want to explore the night sky and enjoy detailed views of the Moon, planets, and bright deep-sky objects. With a 70 mm aperture, it gathers significantly more light than the naked eye and offers higher resolution than many entry-level telescopes. The telescope is also suitable for daytime nature observation when used with an erecting lens or Amici prism. The easy-to-use AZ-2 mount and adjustable aluminium tripod make setup and operation straightforward, making it a popular choice for those new to astronomy. TS Optics is a brand of Teleskop-Service.

Optics
Type: Refractor
Design: Achromat
Aperture: 70 mm
Focal Length: 700 mm
Aperture Ratio: f/10
Resolving Capacity: 1.64 arcseconds
Limiting Magnitude: 11
Light Gathering Power: 100 times the human eye
Maximum Useful Magnification: 140x
Tube Construction: Full tube

Focuser
Type: Gear rack
Eyepiece Connection: 1.25"

Mount
Type: AZ-2
Mounting Type: Azimuthal
GoTo Control: No

Tripod
Material: Aluminium
Type: Tripod
Height Adjustable: 71 cm to 121 cm
Accessory Tray: Included

Included Accessories
Eyepieces (1.25"): 20 mm, 12.5 mm, 4 mm
Finder Scope: 5x24
Barlow Lens: 3x
Star Diagonal: 1.25", 90°
Erecting Lens: 1.5x
Moon Filter: Yes

General Information
Total Weight: 4 kg
Series: Starscope
Special Recommendation: Yes
Moon & Planets: Yes
Nebulae & Galaxies: Yes
Nature Observation: Yes
Astrophotography: No
Solar Observation: No (only with appropriate sun filter)
Recommended for Beginners: Yes
Recommended for Advanced Users: No
Suitable for Observatories: No