1-Bundle 70 mm Celestron AstroMaster 70AZ Refractor Telescope with Eyepiece Kit & Smartphone Adapter

Begin exploring the night sky with the Celestron AstroMaster 70AZ Telescope Bundle. Its 70 mm refractor and fully coated glass optics deliver bright, clear views of the Moon, planets, star clusters, and other celestial objects.

This beginner-friendly astronomy kit includes four eyepieces, lunar and planetary filters, a StarPointer red-dot finderscope, an adjustable tripod, and a smartphone adapter for capturing photos and videos through the eyepiece. The manual alt-azimuth mount provides straightforward up, down, left, and right positioning without requiring batteries or complicated alignment.

Key Features

• 70 mm refractor telescope for astronomy and terrestrial viewing

• Fully coated glass optics improve brightness and clarity

• Long 900 mm focal length

• Manual alt-azimuth mount with panning handle and clutch

• Adjustable full-height tripod

• StarPointer red-dot finderscope assists with aiming

• Four interchangeable 1.25" eyepieces

• Moon and planetary filters enhance selected observations

• Erect-image diagonal provides correctly oriented views

• Smartphone adapter supports basic photography and video

• Quick, tool-free telescope setup

• Includes downloadable Starry Night Basic Edition software

• Suitable for beginning astronomers

Included Eyepieces and Magnification

Based on the telescope’s 900 mm focal length:

• 20 mm eyepiece: 45x magnification

• 15 mm Kellner eyepiece: 60x magnification

• 10 mm eyepiece: 90x magnification

• 9 mm Kellner eyepiece: 100x magnification

Actual viewing quality depends on atmospheric conditions, object brightness, and correct focusing. The telescope’s stated highest useful magnification is 165x, although the included eyepieces provide magnifications up to 100x.

Included Observing Filters

• Moon filter reduces brightness when viewing the Moon

• #80A blue planetary filter enhances selected planetary details

• #25 red planetary filter increases contrast for selected observations

Filters attach to compatible 1.25" eyepieces. Results vary according to the object and viewing conditions.

Smartphone Photography

The included basic smartphone adapter aligns a compatible phone camera with the telescope eyepiece. It can be used to capture photos and videos of bright targets such as the Moon. Compatibility may vary by smartphone size, camera placement, and case design.

Specifications

• Brand: Celestron

• Model: 22061

• Optical design: Refractor

• Aperture: 70 mm

• Focal length: 900 mm

• Focal ratio: f/13

• Lens coating: Fully coated

• Included magnification range: 45x–100x

• Highest useful magnification: 165x

• Lowest useful magnification: 10x

• Limiting stellar magnitude: 11.7

• Light-gathering power: 100x

• Finder: StarPointer red-dot finderscope

• Eyepiece size: 1.25"

• Mount type: Manual alt-azimuth

• Optical tube length: 27"

• Optical tube weight: 2.9 lb.

• Tripod minimum height: 32"

• Tripod maximum height: 51"

• Tripod folded length: 31"

• Tripod weight: 7.9 lb.

• Tripod maximum load: 9 lb.

• Package dimensions: 15" W × 33" L × 10" H

• Package weight: 18.8 lb.

• Color: Blue

• Condition: New

What’s Included

• (1) AstroMaster 70AZ refractor telescope

• (1) Manual alt-azimuth mount with panning handle

• (1) Adjustable full-height tripod

• (1) 20 mm eyepiece

• (1) 15 mm Kellner eyepiece

• (1) 10 mm eyepiece

• (1) 9 mm Kellner eyepiece

• (1) StarPointer red-dot finderscope

• (1) 1.25" erect-image diagonal

• (1) Moon filter

• (1) #80A blue planetary filter

• (1) #25 red planetary filter

• (1) Basic smartphone adapter

• (1) Microfiber cleaning cloth

• (1) Foam-lined accessory carrying case

• Starry Night Basic Edition software download

Ideal For

• Beginning astronomy and stargazing

• Viewing the Moon and bright planets

• Observing star clusters and selected deep-sky objects

• Basic smartphone astrophotography

• Terrestrial daytime viewing

• Backyard and travel observation

• Educational STEM activities

• Astronomy gifts for teens and adults

Why It Stands Out

This bundle goes beyond a basic starter telescope by including four eyepieces, three observing filters, a smartphone adapter, astronomy software, and a protective accessory case. Its manual mount and tool-free setup make it approachable for beginners, while the 900 mm focal length provides useful magnification for lunar and planetary viewing.

Important Solar Warning

Never look directly at the Sun through this telescope, its finderscope, any eyepiece, or with the naked eye unless a properly designed, securely installed solar filter covers the front aperture. Permanent and irreversible eye damage may occur. Eyepiece solar filters are not safe.

Care Instructions

• Store the telescope indoors when it is not in use

• Protect it from moisture, dust, and prolonged outdoor exposure

• Use a weather-resistant cover if temporary outdoor protection is necessary

• Clean optical surfaces only when needed

• Use the included microfiber cloth and follow Celestron’s optical-cleaning instructions

• Do not touch the glass optics with your fingers

Frequently Asked Questions

What can I see with this telescope?
Depending on sky and atmospheric conditions, it can provide views of the Moon, bright planets, star clusters, and other celestial objects.

Does the telescope require batteries?
The manual alt-azimuth mount does not require batteries. The StarPointer finderscope may require its own battery for red-dot illumination.

What magnifications do the included eyepieces provide?
The included eyepieces provide approximately 45x, 60x, 90x, and 100x magnification.

Is this telescope suitable for beginners?
Yes. It features tool-free setup, a manual panning handle, a red-dot finderscope, and straightforward operation.

Can it be used for smartphone photography?
Yes. The included adapter connects many smartphones to the eyepiece for basic photos and videos. Phone compatibility can vary.

Does it provide correctly oriented terrestrial views?
Yes. The included erect-image diagonal provides properly oriented views for daytime terrestrial observation.

Are the filters and accessories easy to store?
Yes. A foam-lined carrying case is included for the eyepieces, filters, and small accessories.

Can I safely use it to view the Sun?
Only with a compatible, properly installed solar filter that completely covers the telescope’s front aperture. Never aim the unfiltered telescope or finderscope at the Sun.

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