Celestron Inspire 70 AZ

1. Refractor Optical Design: The Celestron Inspire 70 AZ is a refractor telescope, utilizing lenses to gather and focus light. This design provides crisp, high-contrast images, making it excellent for viewing the Moon, planets, and even double stars. Its closed tube design requires minimal maintenance, as the optics are protected from dust and moisture.

2. Integrated Smartphone Adapter: A standout feature, the built-in smartphone adapter is cleverly integrated into the lens cap, allowing users to easily capture and share images and videos through the telescope’s eyepiece. This innovation simplifies sharing your discoveries or venturing into basic astrophotography.

3. EZ Focuser and StarPointer Pro: Equipped with an EZ Focuser for smooth and precise focusing, and a StarPointer Pro finderscope that projects a red LED dot onto the sky, aligning and locating celestial objects becomes significantly easier, enhancing the overall user experience.

4. Versatile Use: This telescope is not only perfect for exploring the night sky but also serves as an excellent instrument for terrestrial observation. Whether viewing distant landscapes, wildlife, or boating phenomena, the erect image diagonal ensures that objects appear right-side up, exactly as you see them with your naked eye.

ABOUT THE CELESTRON INSPIRE 70 AZ

The Celestron Inspire 70 AZ stands out in its series as an ideal entry-level refractor telescope, uniquely designed to make observational astronomy accessible and engaging for beginners. With a 70mm aperture, it expertly gathers enough light to reveal stunning details of the Moon’s craters, the rings of Saturn, and Jupiter’s prominent moons, as well as brighter deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula. Its intuitive manual Alt-Azimuth (AZ) mount allows for simple point-and-look navigation, making tracking celestial objects effortless for new users. What truly sets this model apart is its integrated smartphone adapter, cleverly built directly into the lens cap, transforming your smartphone into an astrophotography tool for capturing and sharing your celestial views. The telescope features fully coated glass optics for enhanced light transmission, delivering bright and clear images. Its lightweight and portable design, combined with a quick-release accessory tray and an integrated LED flashlight, emphasize ease of use and readiness for spontaneous stargazing sessions in the backyard or on the go. The Celestron Inspire 70 AZ is a versatile instrument, equally suited for detailed astronomical observation and vibrant terrestrial viewing.

ABOUT CELESTRON

Celestron, a company founded in 1960 and headquartered in Torrance, California, has established itself as a pioneering and leading brand in the world of telescopes and optical equipment. Known for its innovative designs, Celestron revolutionized amateur astronomy with the introduction of its mass-produced Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes, making advanced optics accessible to a wider audience. The brand is globally recognized for its commitment to optical clarity, user-friendly technology, and product reliability. Celestron’s philosophy centers on inspiring discovery, from casual backyard stargazing to serious astrophotography, providing instruments that foster a deeper connection with the universe. Their products are valued for their consistent quality and robust build.

MAIN FEATURES

• Optical Design: Refractor telescope with fully coated glass optics

• Aperture: 70 mm (2.75 in)

• Focal Length: 400 mm (15.75 in)

• Focal Ratio: f/5.7

• Mount Type: Manual Alt-Azimuth (AZ)

• Eyepieces: 20 mm (20x magnification) and 10 mm (40x magnification) – 1.25" format

• Finderscope: StarPointer Pro (LED dot-style)

• Diagonal: 90-degree erect image diagonal

• Tripod: Full-height steel tripod with accessory tray

• Unique Features: Integrated smartphone adapter (lens cap), red LED flashlight

• Weight: Approximately 3.3 kg (7.3 lbs)

• Application: Ideal for observational astronomy (Moon, planets, brighter deep-sky objects) and terrestrial viewing, suitable for beginners.

WARRANTY

This product is covered by a 2-year global warranty that includes defects in materials and manufacturing under normal use.

IN THE BOX

• Celestron Inspire 70 AZ Refractor Telescope

• Full-height steel tripod

• Accessory tray

• 20mm Kellner eyepiece

• 10mm Kellner eyepiece

• StarPointer Pro finderscope

• 90-degree erect image diagonal

• Built-in smartphone adapter (integrated into lens cap)

• Red LED flashlight

• User manual