Celestron - Travel Scope 70 DX Portable Telescope - Gray/Black
- General
- Brand: Celestron
- Model Number: 22035
- Product Name: Travel Scope 70 DX Portable Telescope
- Color: Gray/Black
- Additional Dimensions
- Optical Tube Dimension Length: 431.8 millimeters
- Optical Tube Dimension Diameter: 98.4 millimeters
- Objective Lens Diameter: 70 millimeters (Generally, the larger the diameter of the objective lens, the greater the light-collecting power and the brighter images will appear.)
- Dimensions
- Product Height: 3.9 inches (The out of box height of the item. Height is measured as the vertical distance from the bottom of the item to the top as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Width: 3.9 inches (The out of box width of the item. Width is measured as the horizontal distance from one side of the item to the other as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Depth: 17 inches (The out of box depth of the item. Depth is measured as the distance from the front of the item to the back as it would be primarily used or placed.)
- Product Weight: 4 pounds (The out of box weight of the item.)
- Included
- Software Included: Celestron's Starry Night Basic Edition Software | SkyPortal App
- Eyepieces Included: 20mm eyepiece and 10mm eyepiece
- Tripod Included: true
- Lens Cap Included: false
- Operation Manual Included: true
- Case Included: true
- Material
- Material: Other
- Features
- Magnification Type: Variable (Variable magnification indicates the presence of a zoom function on the device, but fixed magnification cannot be adjusted by the user.)
- Optical Design: Refractor (There are three primary optical designs for telescopes: refractor, reflector, or catadioptric. Refractors use lenses, reflectors use mirror(s), and catadioptric telescopes use a combination of both to form images.)
- Mount Type: Manual alt-azimuth
- Tripod Mountable: Yes
- Warranty
- Warranty - Parts: 2 years
- Warranty - Labor: 2 years
- Imaging
- Magnification: 168 times
- Exposure Control
- Focal Ratio: f/5.7 (Measurement of the device's optic "speed," calculated by dviding focal length by aperture. The smaller (faster) the f/number, the lower the magnification, wider the field of view, and brighter the image - good for low power observing and deep space photography. Larger (slower) f/numbers are better suited for high power lunar and planetary viewing.)
- Focal Length: 400 millimeters (The distance from an optical device's primary lens or mirror to the point where light rays come together in a single focused point, used to determine a device's magnifying power.)
- Other
- Limiting Visual Magnitude: 12 (Measures the brightness of the object as determined from the naked eye (will be less than the same object's limiting photographic magnitude). The larger the magnitude, the fainter the item that can be seen.)
- Resolving Power: 2 arc sec (Refers to the device's ability to distinguish detail between far away objects and separate distinct points of an object at small angular distances. The lower the arc seconds, the greater the ability to distinguish detail. Generally, resolving power increases as the diameter of the telescope increases.)
- Slow-Motion Control: Manual (For optimal tracking of astronomical objects, smooth and steady slow motion control is necessary. Manual control requires adjustments made by the user, while mechanical controls automatically adjust.)
- Telescope Class: Refractor
- UPC: 050234220354
Get a new perspective on nature and the Universe with the ideal day-to-night telescope, Travel Scope 70 DX. This refractor telescope includes a full height tripod and lots of bonus accessories, include a smartphone adapter so you can capture images and video through the eyepiece. It all packs up into a high-quality custom backpack—ready to go wherever your adventures take you. Whether you take it along on your next camping trip or enjoy an impromptu backyard stargazing session, setting up the telescope is a breeze. Even on your first time out, you can assemble the telescope and its accessories in just a few minutes. The adjustable tripod legs allow you to customize the telescope’s height or place it on raised surfaces like a picnic table. By night, Travel Scope 70 DX delivers great views of the planets, the Moon, star clusters and brighter deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula and Andromeda Galaxy. During the day, Travel Scope 70 DX doubles as a spotting scope. Enjoy amazing views of birds, wildlife, boats on the water, migrating whales, and so much more. The entire telescope kit weighs just 3.3 pounds, so you can take it anywhere, hassle-free. Smartphone adapter and Bluetooth shutter release Create your own stunning images and video of celestial or terrestrial objects with the smartphone adapter. With its light, rigid frame, this accessory allows you to connect any smartphone to your Travel Scope’s eyepiece. The additional magnification provided by the eyepiece allows your phone to capture great images of the Moon and planets. This smartphone adapter installs easily by clamping over the top of an eyepiece. The smartphone is held in position with the help of tightening knobs that securely lock your phone in place. To capture the best image, Celestron has also provided a Bluetooth shutter release that allows you to trigger the camera’s shutter on any Android or iOS smartphone remotely, without disturbing the placement of your phone and telescope. NOTE: Some large and/or bulky phone cases (including folio style cases) may need to be removed for the phone to fit in the adapter. Manual Alt-Azimuth telescope Navigate the sky confidently with Travel Scope 70 DX’s intuitive pan handle. The Alt-Az control with clutch allows for smooth tracking and accurate pointing. Like a photographic tripod, you can move the clutch in an up/down, left/right fashion to follow your object in the eyepiece. Deluxe Accessories Included In addition to the smartphone adapter and Bluetooth shutter release, Travel Scope 70 DX includes a full selection of optical accessories, including two eyepieces (20mm and 10mm), an erect image diagonal, a finderscope, a 2x Barlow lens, and a 1.25” Moon filter. The two eyepieces offer different magnifications so you can view your subject at low or high power. The erect image diagonal allows for more comfortable viewing and right-side-up images. The permanently mounted finderscope will help you locate objects and quickly center them in your telescope’s eyepiece. Lastly, the Moon filter reduces glare and increases contrast on the surface of the Moon. Travel Backpack Pack up your optical tube, tripod, eyepieces, and accessories safely and securely in the included custom backpack. Starry Night Software Download Celestron’s Starry Night Software and learn about the night sky, celestial objects, and how to plan your next observing session. Celestron Starry Night Software is the premier astronomy software package on the market, providing detailed information, plus tips and tricks for viewing our Solar System and beyond. Downloadable Robert Reeves’ Lunar Landscapes eBook Familiarize yourself with the Moon, our neighboring world, with Robert Reeves’ Lunar Landscapes eBook. This fascinating guide will take you on a tour of the Moon’s top geographical features, from the crater Tycho to the Sea of Tranquility where Apollo 11 astronauts landed.
- A portable telescope kit with everything you need to get started: 70mm refractor telescope with fully coated glass optics, full height tripod, travel backpack, plus lots more.
- Smartphone Photography Accessories: Capture images and video through your Travel Scope with the included smartphone adapter and Bluetooth shutter release.
- More Bonus Accessories: You’ll also receive two eyepieces (20mm and 10mm), an erect image star diagonal, a 2x Barlow lens, a Moon filter, and a finderscope
- Day-to-Night Performance: Use your Travel Scope for celestial viewing at night or for observation of birds, nature, and wildlife during the day
- Pan handle Alt-Az control with clutch: For smooth and accurate pointing
- 2x barlow lens: For enhanced magnifying power.
- Altazimuth mount: Features slow motion controls to help you track celestial objects.
- Aluminum tripod with leg braces: Provides a stable base.
- Accessory tray: For convenient storage of accessories.
- Phone Compatibility: Any smartphone
- A portable telescope kit with everything you need to get started: 70mm refractor telescope with fully coated glass optics, full height tripod, travel backpack, plus lots more.
- Smartphone Photography Accessories: Capture images and video through your Travel Scope with the included smartphone adapter and Bluetooth shutter release.
- More Bonus Accessories: You’ll also receive two eyepieces (20mm and 10mm), an erect image star diagonal, a 2x Barlow lens, a Moon filter, and a finderscope
- Day-to-Night Performance: Use your Travel Scope for celestial viewing at night or for observation of birds, nature, and wildlife during the day
- Pan handle Alt-Az control with clutch: For smooth and accurate pointing
- 2x barlow lens: For enhanced magnifying power.
- Altazimuth mount: Features slow motion controls to help you track celestial objects.
- Aluminum tripod with leg braces: Provides a stable base.
- Accessory tray: For convenient storage of accessories.
- Phone Compatibility: Any smartphone
Whats Included
- Optical tube
- mount/tripod (preassembled)
- 20mm eyepiece
- 10mm eyepiece
- Erect image diagonal
- 5x24 finderscope
- Smartphone adapter
- Bluetooth shutter release button
- #58 Green Glass Moon filter
- SkyPortal app | Starry Night Basic Edition | Manual | Backpack
- Optical tube
- mount/tripod (preassembled)
- 20mm eyepiece
- 10mm eyepiece
- Erect image diagonal
- 5x24 finderscope
- Smartphone adapter
- Bluetooth shutter release button
- #58 Green Glass Moon filter
- SkyPortal app | Starry Night Basic Edition | Manual | Backpack
Product Manuals
Q: Does this telescope come with any software?
A: Yes, the telescope comes with two software programs: Celestron's Starry Night Basic Edition Software and the SkyPortal App.
Q: What comes with this Celestron telescope?
A: The Travel Scope 70 DX includes a 70mm refractor telescope with fully coated glass optics, a full height tripod, a travel backpack, and many other accessories.
Q: What type of mount does the Celestron telescope have?
A: This Celestron telescope uses an Altazimuth mount with slow motion controls for tracking celestial objects.
Q: How much magnification can I get with this telescope?
A: The Celestron Travel Scope 70 DX telescope offers up to 168x power magnification.
Q: What is the focal length of this telescope?
A: The telescope has a focal length of 400mm.
Q: Does the telescope come with a tripod?
A: Yes, a full height tripod is included with the telescope.
Q: Can I use this telescope for birdwatching during the day?
A: Yes, the Travel Scope 70 DX has Day-to-Night Performance and can be used for both celestial viewing at night and for observing birds, nature, and wildlife during the day.
Q: What kind of smartphone is the adapter compatible with?
A: The smartphone adapter is compatible with any smartphone.
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| Pros for Celestron - Travel Scope 70 DX Portable Telescope - Gray/Black | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Ease of use, Quality, Moon Viewing, Size, Assembly | There were no pros for this product— | Ease of use, Magnification, Sunspot Viewing, View Quality | Quality, Portability |
| Cons for Celestron - Travel Scope 70 DX Portable Telescope - Gray/Black | |||
| Tripod Stability, Focus, Instructions, Weight | There were no cons for this product— | Quality, Tripod | Magnification |
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Customers have good things to say about the Travel Scope 70 DX Portable Telescope. They find it easy to use, portable, and affordable. Many customers also mentioned that it is a great gift and works well for beginners. However, some customers have concerns about the tripod and phone holder, and a few have had trouble focusing the telescope.
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- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Great starter telescope
So far, great little starter telescope! Only four stars since the phone adapter is so frustrating to use. I bought this for my school-aged son who's obsessed with space, and it has been a hit. Easy to set up with minimal help from an adult. I even like to use it myself during the day to watch wildlife far away. Moon filter is really cool.
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- Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Best Birthday gift for kids
It’s compact and portable and good for beginners. I would highly recommend
Posted by GokulM
- Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Decent for beginners
I bought this for my husband he’s been wanting one for my son and him to use at night to see the stars in our backyard. It took a minute to calibrate but it’s serving it’s purpose. I love that it came in a backpack so we can take it camping once summer comes around. My husband really loves it soo much that it’s in display in his office.
Posted by Momofone
