Top Rated Telescopes 2018

Top Rated Telescopes

Today we decided to work on a telescope buying guide for those of you that have been wondering which telescope to buy. We picked writing about our top rated telescopes because let’s face it, we all have our heads in the stars from time to time.

Looking back at the history of telescopes we have to go all the way back to 1608 when a guy from the Netherlands named Hans Lippershey tried to patent one. Shortly afterward, Galileo worked prove the invention and is who we always thought invented the telescope and would be on top rated inventors list (if we had one, hmmm).

There are a number of different types of telescopes but we are going to focus on optical telescopes because these are the best telescopes beginners. Not that we just include beginner telescopes in our top rated telescopes review, we just mean than we know you are not going to be buying a radio telescope or an x-ray telescope today.

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The two basic types of telescopes we looked at as a best beginners telescope are refractor and reflector telescopes. In a refractor telescope, the lens is the primary viewing piece. The light passes through the lens and is refracted as it passes through the lens. Refractor telescopes let the light pass straight through the telescope to your eye.

Reflector telescopes pass the light through the lens to a mirror and you view the mirror images. A reflecting telescope is considered the professional choice and is most widely used by astronomers.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of refractor and reflection telescopes?

1. Refractor telescopes are more rugged. Normally they are in a sealed tube and rarely need cleaning. In a reflector you will have to clean more because the internal components are exposed to the air and dust.
2. Refractors are typically better for land use.
3. Refractors are generally heavier and longer than reflector telescopes.
4. Refractor telescopes are just point and look. A reflector telescope requires more adjustments to view your target object.
5. Refractor telescopes suffer from an effect called chromatic aberration or color deviation or distortion.
6. There are more image faults in refractor telescopes.
7. Reflectors can be much bigger which increases the magnification.
8. Reflecting telescopes are more expensive and have more sensitive internal parts.
9. Reflecting telescopes have larger apertures (more on that below) which means better viewing of objects.
10. Although refractors are usually cheaper as a whole, when you compare price as a cost per square inch of aperture then reflectors are usually cheaper.

If you want to buy a cheap telescope you will probably end up with a refractor telescope, if money is not your primary concern then go with a reflector telescope – unless you need a rugged telescope with virtually no internal parts, then you are back to a refractor telescope.

So how do you pick the best telescope, hopefully from our top rated home telescopes list?

1. Think about what you want the telescope for. If you are going to be moving it around a lot or use for land viewing then a refractor telescope might be the way to go. If you are going to use it as more or less stationary and be viewing the sky then a reflector is probably the way to go. Obviously it is up to you, remember the reflector has the better image but the refractor is more rugged and easier to use.
2. For an astronomical telescope aperture is important. Apertures means the diameter of the telescope’s main optical piece (lens or mirror). A larger aperture means more light which means the more you can see and the clearer it will be.
3. Magnification is important for obvious reasons, but aperture is more important. High magnification does not matter if the object is too blurry to see in the first place.
4. Either reflector or refraction. We have discussed this above so we will not go into it again. There are advantages and disadvantages to both, but remember serious astronomers.

Who makes best telescopes? That is debatable and we did consider the best brand telescopes during this review. Yes, some of the big brands are great and you can argue they make the best telescopes. However, we looked at more than that. We considered price, quality and brand name. Sometimes you can find a high quality telescope that is not one of the major brand name telescopes. Like most things we tend to look at brand as an assurance of quality, which normally works but we might miss out on some quality products that way.

Celestron 127EQ PowerSeeker Telescope

• 3x Barlow Lens
• German Equatorial Mount
• 127mm Aperture
• 1000mm Focal Length
• Comes with aluminum tripod and accessory tray.Focal Length of Eyepiece 1 (mm) 20 mm (0.79 in).Focal Length of Eyepiece 2 (mm) 4 mm (0.16 in)

 

Open up the wonders of the Universe to aspiring astronomers of all ages with the PowerSeeker 127EQ. The PowerSeeker series is designed to give the first-time telescope user the perfect combination of quality, value, features and power.

Amateur astronomy is a great family hobby that can be enjoyed year round, and Celestron’s PowerSeekers are the ideal choice for an affordable and high quality telescope that will provide many hours of enjoyment for the entire family.

Celestron wants you to see the stars…and quickly! With a no-tool setup, the PowerSeeker telescope is ready for use with minor assembly. Simply remove the telescope and tripod from the box, attach two pieces, insert the desired eyepiece, and celestial objects begin to come in clear.

Fully coated optical glass with high transmission coatings creates stunning images with increased brightness and clarity. This telescope also provides correctly-oriented images, making it an ideal choice for both terrestrial and celestial viewing. The PowerSeeker 127EQ comes with a 3x Barlow lens which triples the magnifying power of each lens. PowerSeeker 127EQ’s equatorial mount makes it easier to track objects as they move across the night sky.

Gskyer Telescope, 80mm AZ Space Astronomical Refractor Telescope, German Technology Scope

• Aperture: 80mm. focal length: 400mm. focal ratio: f/5. rack-and-pinion focuser. comes with Low (25mm) , medium (10mm) and high (5mm) magnification eyepieces & 3x Barlow lens.
• Fully Multi-coated optics glass lens ,1.27in preassembled adjustable full size stainless steel tripod & accessory tray, 1-years limited warranty on parts and labor.
• Large aperture-80mm, all front and back lens are coated with multilayer film, which render excellent transmittance and clear image.
• Excellent CF4 optical glass with low dispersion is adopted, which can eliminate chromatic aberration of red, green and blue.
• The Gskyer 80 series telescope ushers in a superb path to explore the universe for those aspired to become astronomers. It is a collection of combination of quality, property, price and appearance advantages, which is exclusively designed for beginners
• Using the high power eyepiece, you’ll achieve up to 18x magnification, perfect for observing the Moon and planets or bringing distant wildlife in close for detailed views.
• Featuring coated antireflection blue film components, Gskyer 80mm refractor telescope provides clean, crisp views.
• Come with one full size stretchable tripod made of stainless steel.
• Pulling the focusing barrel out slightly,the lens barrel can be swung over farther to the left, to get into the close focusing range
• The telescope lens holder is better secured by the use of a dovetail tail plate.

Ideal for the observer who views both astronomical and terrestrial objects, the Gskyer Infinity Series combines an altazimuth mount and quality optics for a superb value. For newcomers and beginners alike, these refracting telescopes are a great way for you to discover the cosmos and the outdoors. You’ll discover more with the Gskyer Infinity Series.If you’ve never owned a telescope before, the Infinity 80mm Refractor is a great telescope to get started in astronomy.

This 80mm (3.2″) aperture gives bright, sharp images for both land and celestial objects. Whether you’re viewing the rings of Saturn, the moons of Jupiter, surface details on the Moon, or terrestrial objects, the Infinity 80 Refractor allows the first-time observer to explore the world, solar system, and beyond.

Telescope 70mm Apeture Travel Scope 400mm AZ Mount – Good Partner to View Moon and Planet – Good Travel Telescope with Backpack for Kids and Beginners

• Telescope 70mm Apeture Travel Scope 400mm AZ Mount, Multi-layer Glass Green coated optics for enhanced image brightness, protect your eyes
• Free includes 1.25 inch 10mm Smartphone Eyepiece Adapter to take photo every time.
• Pre-assembled aluminum full size photographic tripod ensures a stable platform.
• The telescope and tripod fit inside the custom backpack for easy traveling and storage.
• Smooth functioning altazimuth mount with easy pointing to located objects

Beauty is everywhere! Let’s find a distant world together! This is a wonderful world. Let ‘s search for a distant world together. Let’s enjoy the beauty and enjoy together. The SOLOMARK 70mm telescope is ideal for land based astronomy observations of scientists and travelers who are interested in beginners, children, astrophiles, travelers, students, or learning more about the night sky.

Telescopes designed and manufactured using all fully coated green glass optical components with high transmission coatings for enhanced image brightness and clarity. Telescope was intended for casual observing, and you will get a lot of enjoyment out of it. It has all the accessories needed for viewing. High powered eyepiece, low powered eyepiece, adjustable tripod (stable for this size) and fine adjustment control for easy panning. It is easy to use for land viewing and gives nice views of the moon and its craters, specially use this high powered eyepiece. For weight, it’s pretty lightweight so you can take it outside easily with backpack.

The telescope kit comes with a backpack, it’s pretty so you can take it outside easily with backpack. Especially for climbers, hiking, outdoors sports, surveillance jobs or just plain fun watching concerts or sports.

 

Celestron 21061 AstroMaster 70AZ Refractor Telescope

• Quick and easy no-tool setup
• Permanently mounted StarPointer
• Erect image optics – Ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use
• Quick release dovetail attachment – no tool setup
• Optical Tube Length 36 inches (914 mm)
• Pan handle Alt-Az control with clutch – for smooth and accurate pointing. Optical Lens Diameter 2.6″ (70mm)

If you’re looking for a dual-purpose telescope for viewing both the night sky and terrestrial subjects, look no further! The AstroMaster 70AZ provides bright, clear images, allowing viewers to see fine details in their subjects. With this telescope, spotting the moons of Jupiter and rings of Saturn is no problem.

The AstroMaster 70AZ telescope comes complete with a per-assembled tripod. The tripod, mount, and optical tube come together without using any tools

Not sure how to view objects in a telescope? No problem, the AstroMaster 70AZ has you covered. Look through the glass window in the finder scope and center the red dot over your target. Then, it’s ready to view in your low power eyepiece! The equatorial mount makes it easy to track objects and keep them centered, as they appear to move across the sky.

Download Celestron’s free SkyPortal app for iOS and Android devices and you’re ready to take a tour of the universe. Hold your phone up to the sky and identify thousands of objects with a simple tap. Or, use the telescope’s included software to print out paper star charts for your exact time, date, and location.

Gskyer EQ 80900 Telescope, German Technology Telescope,Starwatcher Refractors

• 1.This professional astronomical telescope adopts the optical lens with 99.5% light transmittance, imaging clear and natural which protect the eyes from harm
• 2.The eyepiece is all-aluminum alloy with large diameter and non-dispersive, high quality optical glass-ZF4. Lens coated with multi-layer green film forms a high-power HD imaging
• 3.Installation is simple and fast without tools. It adopts VAR control, smooth tracking and positive image system, which is applicable for both astronomical and terrestrial views
• 4.The tube of the primary mirror was designed in all-metal. The metal turbine equatorial instrument achieves 360 degrees smooth observation, and it is more durable and sturdy
• 5.The attachment plate is for quick access to accessories, the bold stainless tripod is sturdy and durable which height is adjustable to facilitate you better view of stars
• Change the eyepieces here can give you different clarity.
• Inverted image star finder hep find the star easily.
• Multi-layer green film, helps protect the vision.
• Adjust the clarity by whirling the adjusting wheel
• High quality Stainless steel Tripod help the telescope more steady.
• (25mm) and high (10mm) ,(5mm) magnification eyepieces give you variety for any viewing
• Shows the telescope and accessories in the box.

Nowadays, modern technology and management are part of the reason every Gskyer product is made with high quality. Weare known in China for high quality optics at a great price. Now that we want to go global, our goal is to make the ideal optional instrument for every family with best value proposition. We are committed to provide high-quality telescope, binoculars at best prices every family can afford. Enjoy the beautiful sky and we look forward to serving your need with our quality Telescopes & Binoculars!

 

Gskyer Telescope, 60mm AZ Refractor Telescope, German Technology Travel Scope

• 1.Entry-level refractive astronomical telescope with 60mm aperture and 350mm focal length,f/5.8 focal ratio .
• 2.Rack-and-pinion focuser &low (25mm) and high (10mm) magnification eyepieces give you variety for any viewing situation & 3X barlow lens doubles the magnifying power of each eyepiece.
• 3.All-glass optical components with high transmission coatings for enhanced image brightness and clarity.
• 4.Aluminum alloy construction, lightweight and portable, good choice for beginning astronomer.
• 5.Altazimuth mount with a slow motion control the adjustable aluminum
• Featuring coated antireflection blue film l components, Gskyer 60mm refractor telescope provides clean, crisp views. Alloy tripod for precision tracking means you can easily track objects day or night.
• Using the high power eyepiece, you’ll achieve up to 18x magnification, perfect for observing the Moon and planets or bringing distant wildlife in close for detailed views.
• Made with high quality materials and portable design, provides brilliant views in traveling.
• Come with one table top tripod made of aluminum alloy.
• Professional high-power astronomical mirror telescope.

Entry-level refractive astronomical telescope with 60mm aperture and 350mm focal length, great for students or those who are interested in learning more about the space and night sky. With 3X barlow lens, this maximum magnification of this telescope can reach 105 times, which can increase the viewing capability. Lightweight and portable, this telescope can be a wonderful gift for those who love observing animals, enjoying scenery, traveling, etc

Gskyer Telescope,AZ70700 German Technology Telescope,Instruments Infinity Refractor

• 100%New.Used on land and sky viewing in science and travel for beginners, kids, stargazers and travelers
• Aperture: 70mm(2.8″). Focal Length: 700mm. Focal Ratio: f/10. Rack-and-Pinion Focuser &Low (25mm) , medium (10mm) magnification eyepieces give you variety for any viewing situation & 3x barlow lens doubles the magnifying power of each eyepiece
• Multilayer Glass Green coated optics for enhanced image brightness protect your eyes, with detailed instructions for our every customer, it is very easy and quick assemble. And become favorite by every one
• Altazimuth mount with a slow motion control the adjustable stainless steel Tripod for precision tracking means you can easily track objects day or night
• One-year warranty and lifetime maintenance ,we will provide the best service and reliable products to our every customer. And best quality at this reasonable price,please feel ease to use
• Change the focus by adjust the focusing tube.
• Inverted image Star Finder hep find the star easily.
• Multi-layer green film.
• Change the eyepieces here can give you different clarity.
• Adjust the handle to change the angle of the telescope.
• High quality Stainless steel Tripod help the telescope more steady.

Gskyer Infinity Series telescope combines an altazimuth mount and quality optics for a superb value. For newcomers and beginners alike, these refracting telescopes are a great way for you to discover the cosmos and the outdoors. If you’ve never owned a telescope before, This 70mm (2.8″) aperture gives bright, sharp images for both land and celestial objects. Whether you’re viewing the rings of Saturn, the moons of Jupiter, surface details on the Moon, or terrestrial objects, the Infinity 70 Refractor allows the first-time observer to explore the world, solar system, and beyond space.

Celestron PowerSeeker 70EQ Telescope

• Aperture: 70mm; focal length: 700mm
• Focal ratio: 10; focal length of eyepiece 1/2: 20mm/4mm
• Magnification of eyepiece 1/2: 35x/175x
• Barlow lens: 3x; finder scope: 5×24. Erect image optics
• Star diagonal: 1.25 inch erect image diagonal; mount type: German equatorial
• Surprisingly good optics
• Correct image diagonal included
• EQ mount with slow motion controls
• High and low power eyepieces

With its easy setup and clear views of the Moon and planets, it’s no surprise that the PowerSeeker 70EQ is a favorite among beginning astronomers. The included finderscope attachment makes it easy to locate and center viewing items. With its no-tool setup and user-friendly features, this telescope is great for families and children. The PowerSeeker 70EQ is the first step to happy stargazing – the second step is a clear night sky.

Excited to see the stars? Celestron will get you there…and quickly! With a no-tool setup, this telescope is ready for use with minor assembly. Simply remove the telescope and tripod from the box, attach two pieces, insert the desired eyepiece, and celestial objects begin to come in clear.

Fully coated optical glass with high transmission coatings creates stunning images with increased brightness and clarity. This telescope also provides correctly-oriented images, making it an ideal choice for both terrestrial and celestial viewing. The PowerSeeker 70EQ comes with a 3x Barlow lens which triples the magnifying power of each lens. PowerSeeker 70EQ’s equatorial mount makes it easier to track objects as they move across the night sky.

Download Celestron’s free SkyPortal app for iOS and Android devices and you’re ready to take a tour of the universe. Hold your phone up to the sky and identify thousands of objects with a simple tap. Or, use the included software to print out paper star charts for your exact time, date, and location.

Celestron PowerSeeker 80EQ Telescope

• Aperture: 80mm; focal length: 900mm
• Focal ratio: 11; focal length of eyepiece 1/2: 20mm/4mm
• Magnification of eyepiece 1/2: 45x/225x
• Barlow lens: 3x; finder scope: 5×24
• Star diagonal: 1.25 inch erect image diagonal; mount type: German equatorial
• 3x Barlow lens
• German equatorial mount