Best Affordable Telescope For Astrophotography - April 2024

Orion Observer 80ST 80mm Equatorial Refractor Telescope

This short focal length refractor telescope gives wonderfully wide views of the night sky! You do not need a big, bulky telescope to enjoy backyard astronomy. Our potent little Orion Observer 80ST Equatorial Refractor Telescope proves otherwise. Compact and hassle free, it's easy to take outside and set up, and easy to bring in when you're done. This versatile telescope's 80mm-aperture objective lens has a short focal length of 400mm (f/5), which makes the Observer 80ST extremely portable and compact. Thanks to the telescope's fast f/5 focal ratio, bright, wide-field views of the stars and dee... [Read More]

• ASIN: B0732VG4ZP
• UPC: 759270102739
• ASIN: B0732VG4ZP
• Brand: Orion
• Size: small
• Manufacturer: Orion

Celestron - PowerSeeker 127EQ Telescope - Manual German Equatorial Mount - Telescopes for Adults - Compact and Portable - BONUS Astronomy Software Package - 127mm Aperture

Amateur astronomers will love the user-friendly features of Celestron’s PowerSeeker series of beginner telescopes. The Celestron PowerSeeker 127EQ is an easy-to-use and powerful telescope. PowerSeeker Series Celestron telescopes have been designed with a combination of value, quality, power, and user-friendly features to enhance the experience for first-time telescope users. This 127EQ telescope is the perfect choice for families in search of a high-quality telescope that is affordable and provides years of enjoyment. Powerful magnification and easy-to-use controls allow new astronomers to o... [Read More]

• ASIN: B0007UQNKY
• UPC: 050234210492
• ASIN: B0007UQNKY
• Brand: Celestron
• Size: 1
• Manufacturer: Celestron

Celestron NexStar 130SLT Computerized Telescope

• ASIN: B0007UQNNQ
• UPC: 050234311458
• ASIN: B0007UQNNQ
• Brand: Celestron
• Manufacturer: Celestron

Celestron NexStar 8 SE Telescope

• ASIN: B000GUFOC8
• UPC: 502341106392
• ASIN: B000GUFOC8
• Brand: Celestron
• Manufacturer: Celestron

Gskyer Telescope, 600x90mm AZ Astronomical Refractor Telescope, German Technology Scope

Telescope Specification - Aperture: 90mm(3.5in) - Focal Length: 600mm(23.62in) - Focal Ratio: F6.7 - Eyepiece1: 25mm(0.98in) - Magnification1: 24X - Eyepiece2: 10mm(0.39in) - Magnification2: 60X - Eyepiece3: 5mm(0.196n) - Magnification3: 120X - Max Magnification: 360 - Finderscope: 6*30 - Zenith Mirrors: 48°Erecting BAK7 prism - Mount: AZ Altazimuth Mount - Optical coating: Multi Antireflection Green Film - Barlow lens: 3X - Resolution: ≤2.8 - Angular Field of View: 1°36" - Tuble connection: Hook Dovetail Plate - Tripod: 1.27inch stainless steel Tripod About Refund Poli... [Read More]

• ASIN: B00WCG3UOS
• UPC: 712407692794
• ASIN: B00WCG3UOS
• Brand: Gskyer
• Size: AZ90600
• Manufacturer: Gskyer

Orion CT80 80mm Refractor Starshoot AutoGuider Package

Orion can guide you to better quality astrophotos, literally, with our CT80 80mm Refractor StarShoot AutoGuider Package. This refreshingly affordable and incredibly effective autoguiding solution can be added to virtually any astrophotography system to improve guiding accuracy so you get awesome astrophotos every time. No matter what telescope you're using for long-exposure astrophotography, precise guiding is an absolute requirement to get pinpoint star images. Using both a dedicated autoguider device and guide scope telescope is arguably the best way to optimize the accuracy of any astrophot... [Read More]

• ASIN: B077GQGG78
• UPC: 759270202774
• ASIN: B077GQGG78
• Brand: Orion
• Manufacturer: Orion

Zhumell Z12 Deluxe Dobsonian Reflector Telescope

With its Z12 Dobsonian telescope, Zhumell took a completely new approach to the telescope design process, starting with you! It’s no wonder this telescope has been a smash success among amateur astronomers; the Z Series is based on customer feedback to be the best telescope value on the market. From suggestions about materials and construction to your wish list of must-have accessories, it’s all been included in this family of high-quality and affordable Dobsonian telescopes. The Zhumell Z12 Dobsonian telescope features a massive 12” parabolic primary mirror that captures a substantial a... [Read More]

• ASIN: B07BRHX8WS
• UPC: 853555008027
• ASIN: B07BRHX8WS
• Brand: Zhumell
• Size: Z12 Deluxe Dobsonian
• Manufacturer: Celestron Acquisition LLC

Celestron 114LCM Computerized Telescope (Black)

• ASIN: B0036GNNCC
• UPC: 791836741655
• ASIN: B0036GNNCC
• Brand: Celestron
• Manufacturer: Celestron

SVBONY SV205 Telescope Camera CMOS Telescope Camera 8MP USB3.0 Electronic Eyepiece 1.25 inches Astronomy Camera for Telescope Astrophotography

The SV205 CMOS color camera is a popular choice for beginners,due to its affordable price tag and solar system photography capabilities. Features: Imaging Sensor: This camera uses a 8M Pixel SONY IMX179 imaging sensor with 1.4µmx1.4µm pixel size. Capturing Images: This type of camera sensor is ideal for capturing images of planets like Saturn, Jupiter and Mars because the images are highly magnified. You can either take single exposures during times of good seeing. Or record video footage (AVI or YUV uncompressed format) and stack the best frames in Registax. "Webcam" Style Cameras to compe... [Read More]

• ASIN: B075K18YBY
• UPC: 714559060148
• ASIN: B075K18YBY
• Brand: SVBONY
• Manufacturer: SVBONY

ZWO ASI120MC-S 1.2 Megapixel USB3.0 Color Astronomy Camera for Astrophotography

The ZWO ASI120MC-S is an affordable and sensitive color astronomy camera for imaging the planets, Moon, Sun (with a safe solar filter), and brighter deep-sky objects through a telescope. The camera incorporates a 1.2 megapixel CMOS sensor with a quantum efficiency (QE) as high as 75% to keep exposure time to a minimum. The pixels of the sensor are 3.75 microns in size, small enough for imaging solar-system objects but large enough to capture low-noise images of brighter nebulae, galaxies, and star clusters. The ASI120MC-S is the faster USB3.0 version of the ASI120MC camera from ZWO. At full re... [Read More]

• ASIN: B0781WDZ1Y
• UPC: 611550605272
• ASIN: B0781WDZ1Y
• Brand: ZWO Optical
• Manufacturer: ZWO Optical

Orion StarShoot USB Eyepiece Camera II (Black)

With Orion's StarShoot USB Eyepiece Camera II, the whole family, classroom, or astronomical society can enjoy the view as seen through your telescope right along with you, as if you were all looking through the same telescope at once! The USB Eyepiece Camera II lets you view what you see in your telescope on your laptop or desktop PC for crowd-pleasing performance. The StarShoot USB Eyepiece Camera II fits in any telescope with a 1.25-Inch focuser, or a 2-Inch-to- 1.25-Inch step-down adapter. While a telescope attached to a mount equipped with a tracking motor will provide the best results for... [Read More]

• ASIN: B0093VH9UQ
• UPC: 759270521837
• ASIN: B0093VH9UQ
• Brand: Orion
• Manufacturer: Optronic Technologies, Inc

Orion 52064 StarShoot AutoGuider

The Orion StarShoot AutoGuider's sensor is a high-resolution, 1/2" format 1.3-megapixel CMOS monochrome chip, with 5.2 micro x 5.2 micro pixels for highly accurate guiding. That high accuracy due to the small pixel size means you can use the AutoGuider with smaller, less expensive guide scopes than is possible with other guide cameras. The chip resides in a super-compact, anodized aluminum housing that measures just 2.5" wide by 2.35" long and weighs a mere 4.4 oz. It has a 1.25" nosepiece that can be removed to access a T-thread interface. The AutoGuider's short inward focus requirement of on... [Read More]

• ASIN: B001EPND18
• UPC: 759270520649
• ASIN: B001EPND18
• Brand: Orion
• Manufacturer: Orion

YUNAWU 1.25" Telescope Digital Electronic Eyepiece Camera for Astrophotography USB Port

System requirements IBM PC or compatible PC or laptop with USB port Pentium 200 or higher CPU Windows 98SE/ME/2000/Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1/10 Operating Systems CD-rom Drive in case computer is not equipped with software 32MB or higher memory Support DirectX VGA card Specification: CMOS Chip Type: Color CMOS image sensor 3 Strong led for better picture in dark Video format: 24 bit RGB Interface: USB Lens: 1.25"/31.7mm Video: 640x480 pixels up to 15 frame/sec(VGA) Frame rate: 320x240 up to 30 frame/sec(CIF) Sensor size: 4.86mm x 3.64mm S/N ratio: less than 45dB Dynamic range: less than 72dB Fo... [Read More]

• ASIN: B07DFZ7MWX
• UPC: 749545216346
• ASIN: B07DFZ7MWX
• Brand: YUNAWU
• Manufacturer: YUNAWU

BYNNIX 1.25" Telescope Digital Electronic Eyepiece Camera for Astrophotography USB Port

Feature: 1.Fun and useful USB Eyepiece Camera allows you to transmit the real-time view through your telescope to a laptop or PC, and capture great digital movies and images 2.Share the view of bright planets, the Moon, and terrestrial targets through your telescope with friends, family, and fellow astronomy enthusiasts. An affordable introduction to the rewarding hobby of astrophotography. Great for lunar and planetary shots - not suitable for deep space imaging Very versatile - Fits into any 1.25-Inch telescope focuser or 1.25-Inch step-down adapter 3.Compatible with Windows XP/Vista/7/8/8.1... [Read More]

• ASIN: B07NRZFKR3
• UPC: 767509240701
• ASIN: B07NRZFKR3
• Brand: BYNNIX
• Size: one size
• Manufacturer: BYNNIX

Orion 53082 StarShoot G3 Deep Space Color Imaging Camera

The Orion StarShoot G3 Deep Space Color Imaging Camera has been designed with performance enhancing features and software that until now have been reserved for much more expensive CCD imagers. Built around the popular Sony interline ICX419AKL color CCD sensor chip, which boasts a 752 x 582 pixel array with sensitive, 8.6 micron by 8.3micron pixels, the StarShoot G3 is capable of detecting fine details in celestial objects. This bigger, 1/2" format CCD sensor usually isn't available in cameras priced as low as the StarShoot G3, and it provides a much larger imaging field of view than cameras eq... [Read More]

• ASIN: B005OUTO1W
• UPC: 759270530822
• ASIN: B005OUTO1W
• Brand: Orion
• Manufacturer: Orion

Zeny 70mm Refractor Telescope with Tripod & Finder Scope, Portable Telescope for Kids & Astronomy Beginners, Travel Scope with 3 Magnification eyepieces & Moon Mirror

Zeny 70mm Telescope is a compact and universal telescope with bright image quality and high magnification power. Ideal gift for friends and children. Very suitable for beginners to explore the vast sky, like the moon,

• UPC: 391374693
• Rating: 5.0

Telescope for Kids - 30x Magnification by Hey! Play!

Play! The Kids Telescope with Tripod by Hey! Play! with superior performance observation of celestial bodies, is suitable for entry-level amateur astronomers and children. This telescope is small enough to take anywhere, but powerful with

• UPC: 290837787
• Model: 80-HM331676
• Color: Multicolor
• Rating: 1.0

Zeny Telescope for Kids and Adults 70mm Portable Travel Telescope Astronomy Refractor Telescopes with Universal Wheel Tripod Observing Moon and Scenery (Rucksack&Mobile Stands Included)

Zeny 70mm Telescope is a compact and universal telescope with bright image quality and high magnification power. Ideal gift for friends and children. Very suitable for beginners to explore the vast sky, like the moon,

• UPC: 508188825
• Rating: 3.0

16x52 High Power HD Monocular Telescope Lens Dual Focus Prism Scope with Night Vision –Includes Universal Smartphone Mount and Tripod Waterproof Fog Proof Compact 16X Zoom for All Outdoors

Description:Item type: Monocular TelescopeColor: BlackSupports All Smartphones, Including: iPhone X, 8plus, 8,7plus, 7,6, 6s, 6plus, 5, 5s, 4s,SE, Samsung GALAXY S8, S6, S6 Edge, S5 , Note, LG, HTV, Sony, and almost all other smartphones

• UPC: 365568508
• Rating: 1.0

Waterproof 9500m 40X60 Portable Compact Monocular Optical HD Lens Phone Telescope + Tripod Clip For Concert,Ball game.Aquarium,Outdoor Sporting

Package included:1 x Telescope1 x Triangular bracket1 x Lens connector1 x Cleaning cloth1 x Clip1 x Pouch1 x Safety rope1 x Instructions1 x BoxModel: 40X60Prism Type: BAK4Field of View: 1500 / 9500mLength: 15cm / 5.91

• UPC: 124583616
• Model: 40X60
• Color: Silverwith silvery Tripod Clip

Scout's Brass / Leather Spyglass 7" - Telescope For Children - Hand Telescope - Brand New - Kids Telescope - Brass Spyglass - Telescope Handheld

The Hampton Nautical 7” Brass Spyglass is a great gift for the young nautical explorer in your life. This small brass spyglass is pocket sized, at 3.5 inch when collapsed and 7 inch when fully

• UPC: 109399450
• Model: 1099

16x52 High Power HD Monocular Telescope Lens Dual Focus Prism Scope with Night Vision –Includes Universal Smartphone Mount and Tripod Waterproof Fog Proof Compact 16X Zoom for All Outdoors

Description:Item type: Monocular TelescopeColor: BlackSupports All Smartphones, Including: iPhone X, 8plus, 8,7plus, 7,6, 6s, 6plus, 5, 5s, 4s,SE, Samsung GALAXY S8, S6, S6 Edge, S5 , Note, LG, HTV, Sony, and almost all other smartphones

• UPC: 165942921

Astronomical Telescope for Kids Children Beginners Scientific Tool, 20X 30X 40X

Included Package: (with package)3x Eyepiece1x Tripod1x TelescopeA tool to inspire children to know about astronomy, he can bring happiness and knowledge to your children. This is a great invention.Features:Adjustable and Elevated Air MovementHigh quality aerospace

• UPC: 389408555
• Size: 405x310x410mm

Phone Cell Phone Camera Telescope Adapter Mount for Binocular Monocular Spotting Scope Telescope Microscope Fits for Almost All Smartphone

Package Includes: 1 x Phone Camera Telescope Adapter Mount. 30 Day Money Back Guaranteed! 12-month free replacement warranty for manufacturer's defects! Product Description Compliable with telescope binocular monocular nightvision spotting scope. Fit eyepiece diameter 28mm-47mm

• UPC: 882367961
• Model: 128865

40x60 HD Waterproof Universal Phone Telescope,Focus Zoom Optical Lens Monocular Telescope+ Tripod + Mini Clip for Outdoor Camping Hunting Traveling Boating Beach (3 Patterns)

Color: BlackResolution ratio: 100.0°Magnification: 40XLarge wide angle: 60Objective lens diameter: φ52mmLine field of view: 1500m / 9500mMaterial: Glass optical lenses,Plastic shell,ABS clipPackage include:1 x Telescope1 x Triangular bracket1 x Lens front cover1 x Lens rear

• UPC: 489816424
• Color: with Phone clipOther