Celestron AstroMaster 90AZ Lunar Telescope 90mm Refractor Phone Adapter Moon Kit
Celestron AstroMaster 90AZ Lunar Edition Telescope, 90 mm Refractor, Smartphone Adapter & Moon Accessories
Explore the Moon, planets, and daytime scenery with the Celestron AstroMaster 90AZ Lunar Edition Telescope. This beginner-friendly refractor combines a 90 mm aperture with a 1000 mm focal length and coated optics for detailed views. Its manual alt-azimuth mount and pan handle let you point the telescope and follow objects by hand.
The Lunar Edition includes a smartphone adapter for capturing photos and video through the eyepiece, a Moon filter to reduce lunar glare, and a double-sided Moon map for identifying features. Two eyepieces, an erect-image diagonal, a StarPointer™ red-dot finderscope, and a full-height steel tripod complete the observing setup.
Key Features
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90 mm Refractor: Suitable for lunar, planetary, and daytime terrestrial observing.
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1000 mm Focal Length: Provides 50× magnification with the included 20 mm eyepiece and 125× with the 8 mm eyepiece.
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Coated Optics: Help improve light transmission and image clarity.
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Manual Alt-Azimuth Mount: Moves up, down, and side to side, with a pan handle for controlled pointing.
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Smartphone Adapter: Positions a compatible phone camera at the eyepiece for photos and video.
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Moon Filter & Map: Reduce lunar glare and help identify features on the Moon.
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Erect-Image Diagonal: Provides correctly oriented views for daytime observing.
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StarPointer Red-Dot Finder: Helps align the telescope with your observing target.
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Tool-Free Setup: Designed for straightforward assembly.
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Full-Height Steel Tripod: Supports the telescope during observation.
Specifications
| Specification | Details |
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| Brand | Celestron |
| Product | AstroMaster 90AZ Lunar Edition |
| Model | 22072-DS |
| Optical Design | Refractor |
| Aperture | 90 mm |
| Focal Length | 1000 mm |
| Focal Ratio | f/11 |
| Mount | Manual alt-azimuth |
| Included Eyepieces | 20 mm and 8 mm |
| Magnification with Included Eyepieces | 50× and 125× |
| Listed Useful Magnification Range | 13×–213× |
| Finderscope | StarPointer red-dot finder |
| Optical Tube Length | 36" |
| Listed Dimensions | 36" W × 34" L × 51" H |
| Listed Weight | 12.3 lb. |
| Color | White |
| Warranty | 2-year manufacturer warranty |
Usable magnification and image detail depend on atmospheric conditions, the observing target, and setup.
What’s Included
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(1) 90 mm refractor telescope tube
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(1) Manual alt-azimuth mount with steel tripod
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(1) 8 mm eyepiece
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(1) 20 mm eyepiece
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(1) Moon filter
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(1) Double-sided Moon map
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(1) Smartphone adapter
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(1) Erect-image diagonal
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(1) StarPointer red-dot finderscope
Ideal For
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Beginners and casual stargazers
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Exploring lunar craters and other Moon features
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Observing planets
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Daytime viewing of distant scenery
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Trying smartphone photography through a telescope
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Family astronomy activities
Why It Stands Out
The AstroMaster 90AZ Lunar Edition pairs a straightforward manual telescope with accessories focused on Moon observation. Two eyepieces offer different viewing scales, while the filter, map, and smartphone adapter add ways to explore, identify, and record what you see.
Care & Safety
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Never look at the Sun through this telescope or finderscope without a proper solar filter designed for the equipment. Permanent eye damage can result.
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The included Moon filter is not a solar filter.
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Store the telescope indoors when not in use. Protect it from moisture, dust, and prolonged exposure to the elements.
FAQ
Is this telescope suitable for beginners?
Yes. It features tool-free assembly, a manual mount, and a pan handle for straightforward pointing.
Does it track objects automatically?
No. You move the telescope by hand to follow objects across the sky.
What magnifications do the included eyepieces provide?
The 20 mm eyepiece provides 50× magnification, and the 8 mm eyepiece provides 125×.
Can it be used during the day?
Yes. The erect-image diagonal supports correctly oriented views of distant terrestrial scenery. Never point it at the Sun without proper solar equipment.
Can I take pictures with my phone?
The included adapter lets you position a compatible smartphone camera at the eyepiece to capture images and video. Results depend on phone compatibility, alignment, and observing conditions.
What does the Moon filter do?
It reduces the Moon’s brightness for more comfortable lunar viewing. It must not be used for solar observation.
Are a tripod and finderscope included?
Yes. The set includes a steel tripod and a StarPointer red-dot finderscope.
Does it include a warranty?
The supplied product information lists a 2-year manufacturer warranty.