Brand: Celestron

Celestron PowerSeeker 80AZS Short Refractor (21087)

21087

Brand: Celestron

Celestron PowerSeeker 80AZS Short Refractor (21087)

21087

The PowerSeeker 80 is a short refractor telescope perfect for terrestrial and celestial viewing on the go. The PowerSeeker can view the planets, moon, star clusters and brighter deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula and Andromeda Galaxy at night.
  • 80mm short refractor telescope with fully coated glass optics and a lightweight frame.
  • Observe in no time with a quick and easy, no-tool setup.
  • Accessories include two eyepieces (20mm and 4mm), a erect image diagonal, 3x Barlow lens, and a finderscope.
  • Slow motion rod control for smooth and accurate pointing.
  • Adjustable height tripod includes an accessory tray.
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Why we love the Celestron PowerSeeker 80AZS Short Refractor (21087)

The PowerSeeker 80 is a short refractor telescope perfect for terrestrial and celestial viewing on the go. The PowerSeeker can view the planets, moon, star clusters and brighter deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula and Andromeda Galaxy at night and with the erect image star diagonal makes the optical tube ideal for using as a spotting scope during the day.

Product Description

The PowerSeeker 80 is a short refractor telescope perfect for terrestrial and celestial viewing on the go. The PowerSeeker can view the planets, moon, star clusters and brighter deep sky objects like the Orion Nebula and Andromeda Galaxy at night and with the erect image star diagonal makes the optical tube ideal for using as a spotting scope during the day.

Setting up the telescope is a breeze and will have you observing in no time. 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. The total telescope kit is lightweight and perfect for impromptu observing sessions or transporting wherever life"s adventures take you.

Manual Alt-Azimuth telescope

Navigate the sky with a panning handle Alt-Az control with clutch for smooth and accurate pointing. Move the clutch in an up/down, left/right fashion to track your object in the eyepiece.

Accessories Included

ThePowerSeeker 80 comes with two eyepieces (20mm and 4mm), a erect image diagonal, 3x Barlow lens, and a finderscope. The two eyepieces offer different magnifications to view your intended object. For even more magnification, connect your 3x Barlow lens to triple the power of each eyepiece. The erect image diagonal allows for right-side-up viewing ideal for terrestrial subjects but can also be used for celestial objects. The finderscope will help you quickly center an object in your eyepiece for easier observing.

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 resources and knowledge to view our solar system and beyond.

What can I see with a Celestron PowerSeeker 80AZS Short Refractor (21087)?

Here are some simulated views of common objects. Results with your telescope will vary with viewing conditions, obrits, equipment and more.

Jupiter with

20mm Eyepiece - 20x Magnification

(Included with This Telescope)

Jupiter with

4mm Eyepiece - 100x Magnification

(Included with This Telescope)

Jupiter with

5mm Eyepiece - 80x Magnification

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Moon with 20mm Eyepiece

20x Magnification

(Included with This Telescope)

Moon with 4mm Eyepiece

100x Magnification

(Included with This Telescope)

Moon with 5mm Eyepiece

80x Magnification

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Andromeda with 36mm Eyepiece

11x Magnification

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Andromeda with 20mm Eyepiece

20x Magnification

(Included with This Telescope)

Andromeda with 4mm Eyepiece

100x Magnification

(Included with This Telescope)

Specifications

OPTICAL TUBE INFO:
Optical Design: Refractor
Aperture: 80mm (3.15")
Focal Length: 400mm (16")
Focal Ratio: f/5
Focal Length of Eyepiece 1: 20mm (0.79")
Focal Length of Eyepiece 2: 4mm (0.16")
Barlow Lens: 3x
Finderscope: 5x24
Star Diagonal: Erect Image Diagonal
Highest Useful Magnification: 189x
Lowest Useful Magnification: 11x
Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 12
Resolution (Rayleigh): 1.74 arc seconds
Resolution (Dawes): 1.45 arc seconds
Light Gathering Power (Compared to human eye): 131x
Optical Coatings: Fully Coated
Optical Tube Length: 150mm (5.9")
Optical Tube Diameter: 90mm (3.54")
Optical Tube Weight: 2.3 lbs (1.04 kg)
Dovetail: CG-3 Dovetail bar
MOUNT INFO:
Mount Type: Manual Alt-Azimuth
Height adjustment range (includes mount and tripod): 812.8mm - 1295.4mm (32" - 51")
Tripod Leg Diameter: 31.75mm (1.25") steel
Accessory Tray: Yes
Tripod Weight: 3.6 lbs (1.63 kg) includes weight of mount
Slew Speeds: Manual
Dovetail Compatibility: CG-3 saddle plate
Software: Celestron Starry Night Basic Edition Software and SkyPortal App
Total Kit Weight: 5.9 lbs (2.68 kg)

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