National Geographic - 70mm Refractor Telescope with Astronomy App - Black
Customers are saying
Customers enjoy the 70mm Refractor Telescope with Astronomy App, particularly its ease of use. The telescope's optical quality is also a highlight for users, who find it to be worth the price. There are no cons to report.
Panhandle alt-azimuth mount
Allows you to steer the telescope smoothly and accurately.
26mm and 9.7mm eyepieces
Produce images with excellent definition and contrast.
26.9x - 124x magnification range
A perfect portal into the realm of deep-sky observation.
700mm focal length
Shortens exposure times for deep-sky photography.
Additional accessories
Include two eyepieces and diagonal, 2x Barlow lens, tripod, and smartphone mount. Phone not included.
- BrandNational GeographicModel Number80-30070Product Name70mm Refractor Telescope with Astronomy AppColorBlackRecommended Minimum Age10 yearsObjective Lens Diameter70 millimeters
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Rating 3.8 out of 5 stars with 25 reviews
- Ease of Use (6)
- Optical Quality (4)
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| Ease of Use, Optical Quality | Ease of use, Quality, Moon Viewing, Size, Assembly | There were no pros for this product— | There were no pros for this product— |
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| There were no cons for this product— | Tripod Stability, Focus, Instructions, Magnification, Weight | There were no cons for this product— | There were no cons for this product— |


































































