National Geographic CF700SM Carbon Fiber Refractor Telescope
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National Geographic CF700SM 70mm f/10 Carbon Fiber Refractor - 80-40070
Discover the National Geographic CF700SM 70mm Refractor Telescope, a gateway to a captivating journey through our celestial neighborhood and beyond.
This remarkable refractor is adorned with a distinctive carbon fiber-style wrap, endowing it with a rugged allure.
With its generous 70mm aperture, it excels in lunar, planetary, and deep sky observations, delivering vivid and detailed views.
Boasting a manageable 700mm focal length, this telescope is exceptionally portable, offering flexibility in your stargazing endeavors.
Its versatile f/10 focal ratio strikes a perfect balance between wide-field panoramas and high-powered magnification.
For budding astrophotographers, this scope comes equipped with a convenient adapter that allows you to affix your smartphone to the eyepiece, enabling easy capture and sharing of celestial snapshots.
The package is further enriched with two premium Plossl eyepieces, ensuring enhanced viewing experiences.
To complete this exceptional kit, a sleek alt-azimuth mount with slow-motion controls provides smooth and precise tracking, elevating your observing sessions to new heights of enjoyment and precision.
Features:
- 70mm Aperture: The 70mm aperture provides impressive light-gathering capabilities. This allows the telescope to reveal a wealth of lunar details, showcase planetary features like Jupiter’s cloud belts or Saturn’s majestic rings, and provide clear views of some of the brightest Messier objects in the night sky.
- 700mm Focal Length: With a focal length of 700mm, this refractor strikes a harmonious balance between magnification and field of view. This makes it versatile enough to handle a wide range of celestial observations, from detailed lunar studies to expansive deep-sky explorations.
- 26.9x to 144x Power Magnification (w/ 2x Barlow Lens): The telescope offers a magnification range from approximately 26.9x to 144x when using the included 2x Barlow lens in combination with interchangeable Plossl eyepieces. This range provides flexibility for observing a variety of celestial objects at different levels of detail.
- Two Interchangeable Plossl Eyepieces: The telescope includes two high-quality Plossl eyepieces that enhance your viewing experience. These eyepieces offer different magnification options, allowing you to tailor your observations to specific celestial objects or phenomena.
- 2x Barlow Lens: The 2x Barlow lens effectively doubles the magnification of the telescope. This versatile accessory allows you to explore celestial objects in greater detail or enjoy panoramic views, depending on your preference.
- Slow-Motion Controls on Alt-Azimuth Mount: The alt-azimuth mount is equipped with slow-motion controls, ensuring smooth and precise movements as you navigate the night sky. This feature is invaluable for tracking celestial objects, especially when observing at high magnifications.
- Carbon Fiber Styling Wrap: The telescope boasts a rugged edge with its carbon fiber styling wrap. This not only adds a distinctive aesthetic appeal but also contributes to the telescope's durability, making it a reliable companion for your stargazing adventures.
- Full-Size Tripod with Accessory Tray: The fully adjustable tripod provides a stable and customizable platform for your telescope. It also features an accessory tray that comes in handy for storing extra eyepieces or other essential observing accessories.
- Smartphone Adapter: The included smartphone adapter allows observers to securely attach their smart devices to the eyepiece. This enables easy capturing and sharing of celestial images, making it an excellent choice for budding astrophotographers.
- Red Dot Finder: The red dot finder simplifies the process of locating celestial objects. Its intuitive design helps you align your telescope with the desired target quickly and accurately.
- Downloadable Star Map Software: Included star map software aids in locating observing targets. This digital tool provides a convenient and interactive way to plan your observing sessions and identify interesting celestial objects in real-time.
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Recommended Upgrade:
Upgrade your stargazing experience with the National Geographic CF700SM 70mm Refractor Telescope Ultimate Bundle - a Red Carpet exclusive offer!
In this Ultimate Bundle upgrade, you'll receive four invaluable bonus accessories:
- ES R-Lite Flashlight: to preserve your night vision
- Explore One Moon Filter: for clearer lunar observations
Elevate your astronomy journey with these essential additions today!
What's Included:
✓ National Geographic CF700SM Carbon Fiber Refractor
✓ Alt/Az Mount
✓ Tripod with accessory tray
✓ 2pcs Plossl eyepiece
✓ 2x Barlow Lens
✓ Red dot viewfinder
✓ Smartphone adapter
✓ Star Map Software
✓ Stellarium Computer Software
✓ Limited 1 year warranty
Specifications:
| Item Number | 80-40070 |
| Optical Design | Newtonian Reflector |
| Magnification (w/ 2x Barlow Lens) | 26.9x to 144x |
| Eyepieces | Plossl 26 mm & 9.7 mm |
| Mounting | Alt/Az Mount |
| Lens Size | 70 mm |
| Focal Length | 700 mm |
| Eyepiece Size | 31.7 mm / 1.25 in |
| Viewfinder | Red dot |
| Finish | Carbon Fiber |