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Celestron – AstroMaster 70AZ Telescope – Refractor Telescope – Fully-Coated Glass Optics – Adjustable-Height Tripod – Bonus Astronomy Software Package

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Features

  • POWERFUL TELESCOPE FOR BEGINNERS: The AstroMaster 70AZ is the perfect entry-level telescope for adults and kids eager to explore the night sky. You get bright, clear views and simple, intuitive operation.
  • HIGH-QUALITY 70MM OPTICS: Enjoy crisp, detailed views through the fully coated 70mm (2.8") achromatic refractor perfect for observing the Moon, planets, bright star clusters, and even terrestrial landmarks.
  • VERSATILE DAY & NIGHT USE: Designed for both astronomical and land-based viewing, the AstroMaster 70AZ lets you explore the stars at night and enjoy daytime views of wildlife or distant landmarks.
  • EASY-TO-USE ALT-AZIMUTH MOUNT: Smoothly navigate the sky with a manual alt-azimuth mount and easy-to-use panhandle, which lets you point the telescope up, down, and side to side with precision.
  • QUICK SETUP: With just a few key parts to assemble, you can go from box to backyard in minutesno tools required. The sturdy, adjustable tripod provides stable, comfortable viewing tailored to your height, perfect for adults or kids, standing or seated.
  • ESSENTIAL ACCESSORIES INCLUDED: Comes with two eyepieces (20mm and 10mm), an erect image star diagonal, and a StarPointer red dot finderscope. You'll also receive a FREE download of one of the top-rated astronomy software programs to learn more.
  • UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading telescope brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a 2-Year US Warranty and unlimited support from our team of US-based experts.

Description

Discover the Celestron AstroMaster 70AZ, an easy-to-use, beginner-friendly refractor telescope perfect for kids and adults to use together. Its 70mm (2.8") fully coated achromatic objective lens delivers bright, sharp views of the Moon, Jupiter, Saturn, and star clusters. Thanks to its refractor design, the AstroMaster 70AZ provides a right-side-up image, making it just as effective for daytime viewing of land-based objects like wildlife and scenery. This versatile telescope features an intuitive alt-azimuth mount with a smooth panhandle, allowing effortless pointing and tracking without complex setup or alignment. Assembly is fast and frustration-free thanks to the telescope’s simple design with just a few key parts—no tools required. The adjustable full-height tripod ensures a stable base and can be customized for comfortable viewing for adults or kids, in a standing or seated position. The AstroMaster 70AZ comes complete with essential accessories to get you started right out of the box: a 20mm eyepiece for wide-field 45x magnification, a 10mm eyepiece for detailed 90x views, an erect image diagonal, a StarPointer red dot finderscope for fast target acquisition, and a free download of top-rated astronomy software Starry Night to help plan your sessions. Weighing just 10.8 lb (4.9 kg) fully assembled, this telescope is easy to move and set up in your backyard or at a dark-sky site. Backed by Celestron’s 2-Year Warranty and US- based technical support, the AstroMaster 70AZ is an outstanding choice for beginners seeking a simple, versatile, and rewarding introduction to astronomy.

Brand: Celestron


Model Name: AstroMaster 70AZ Telescope


Optical Tube Length: 685 Millimeters


Eye Piece Lens Description: 20mm and 10mm


Objective Lens Diameter: 70 Millimeters


Telescope Mount Description: Altazimuth Mount


Product Dimensions: 27"D x 32"W x 51"H


Focus Type: Manual Focus


Power Source: Manual


Finderscope: StarPointer™ red dot finderscope


Eye Piece Lens Description: 20mm and 10mm


Mount: Altazimuth Mount


Focus Type: Manual Focus


Power Source: Manual


Finderscope: StarPointer™ red dot finderscope


Compatible Devices: Personal Computer


Number of Batteries: 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included)


Coating: Fully Coated


Focal Length Description: 900 millimeters


Field Of View: 262.6 Degrees


Dawes Limit: 1.66 Arc Sec


Zoom Ratio: 45 multiplier x


Additional Features: Fully-coated optics, StarPointer red dot finderscope, included astronomy software


Optical-Tube Length: 685 Millimeters


Objective Lens Diameter: 70 Millimeters


Item Dimensions D x W x H: 27"D x 32"W x 51"H


Item Weight: 10.8 Pounds


Exit Pupil Diameter: 1.56 Millimeters


Brand: Celestron


Model Name: AstroMaster 70AZ Telescope


Global Trade Identification Number: 14


Manufacturer: Celestron Acquisition LLC


UPC: 050234210614


Manufacturer Part Number: 21061


Model Number: 21061


Warranty Description: TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY


Item Type Name: Celestron AstroMaster 70AZ Telescope


Built-In Media: 20mm and 10mm eyepiece, Erect image 90° diagonal, Optical tube, StarPointer™ red dot finderscope, Tripod and mount (preassembled)


Unit Count: 1.0 Count


Frequently asked questions

The Celestron AstroMaster 70AZ is a refractor telescope, which utilizes a glass lens at the front to collect light and form an image. It's well-suited for beginners and amateur astronomers who are looking into observing celestial objects like the moon, planets, and brighter deep-sky objects.

Yes, the AstroMaster 70AZ comes with a bonus astronomy software package. This software can help users to learn about the night sky, identify stars, planets, and constellations, as well as plan their observing sessions.

Absolutely, the AstroMaster 70AZ features an adjustable height tripod, which allows users to set it up for comfortable viewing whether they are standing or seated. It is designed to be sturdy and stable for clear viewing.

Yes, the AstroMaster 70AZ has fully coated glass optics, which enhance the brightness and clarity of the image by increasing light transmission and reducing reflections and glare. This results in clearer and more detailed views of celestial objects.

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🚀 Abunda's Overview

This is our summary and key points to consider based on customer reviews.

The product reviews for the telescope indicate an overall positive experience among amateur astronomers and families introducing the wonders of space to the younger generation. Users appreciate the product's ease of assembly and usage, as well as its portability and sturdy build. The telescope offers good quality views and is considered a great transition from beginner to intermediate stargazing. However, a common issue seems to be the subpar quality of the included finder scope.

Pros

  • 🔭 Manual operation that is lauded for being "AWESOME" by users
  • 🌟 Easy to assemble and beginner-friendly for children
  • 🌕 Provides clear and detailed views of celestial objects like the moon
  • 🚀 Comes with helpful features like an electronic star finder, and the potential for upgrades with additional accessories
  • ✨ Telescopes are sturdy yet light enough to carry for stargazing in different locations

Cons

  • 🔴 The included finder scope/red dot is of low quality and can be inaccurate
  • 🚸 Telescope may be sensitive to movement, frustrating to beginners when trying to focus

Should I Buy It?

If you're looking for a beginner to intermediate telescope that provides clear views of celestial bodies and is user-friendly for both adults and children, this is a great option. The product offers solid value for money, but be prepared to possibly upgrade the finder scope for a better stargazing experience.

    • Amazing Purchase
Style: AstroMaster 70AZ
This is genuinely so good if you’re on a budget. it is super super clear. the first night i used it, it was cloudy but some stars decided to pop out for me. granted this isnt like a $20,000 telescope so it does just look like a dot, at least with the lenses provided but its super super cool. it was pretty simple to put together except for the finderscope. that one i had to figure out on my own. you have to remove the base of the finderscope from the finderscope itselff. and then slide them together. but other than that its super easy. you have to line it up too dont forget that. that part was a bit annoying but im used to it now. its relatively stable. its got a decent weight to the base. overall a great product at a cheaper price. I would go with this one if you’re looking for one! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on March 27, 2025 by Bo M.
    • Amazingly easy to use - recommend buy the powerseeker accesssory kit with it
Style: AstroMaster 70AZ
I love this telescope. It's my first scope but I've borrowed ones in the past and knew this one would be good to learn with because it is not overly complicated and is VERY easy to set-up. I had it put together in less than 10 minutes. The longest time was getting the disc battery into the back of the red light finder (battery is included) and thinking I had a problem when it was just that I had not screwed the battery cover all the way down. The scope is also light for easy transportation by anyone. I bought this in combination with the $20 PowerSeeker accessory kit which was a perfect match. The telescope comes with 20mm and 10mm lenses in storage containers similar to clear film canisters. The powerseeker kit comes with 15mm & 9mm lenses, red & blue filters & a moon filter in a hard black case. The filters screw onto the end of the lense that goes into the scope - easily with no issues in diameter. If you reorganize the filters to fit all of them in one spot in the case you can put all the lenses from the scope and kit in the case. It was a great deal considering the moon filter alone costs ~$15 if you buy it by itself and now I have more lenses and easy storage. I had the scope out for the first time last night after I set it up. I easily found Jupiter, sighted it in with the red dot finder (move your head until the two red dots make a single point and put that point on the object you want to look at), and then looked at it with the 20mm, adjusting the focus knob only a little. I switched over to the 9mm and saw to my amazement Jupiter's orangish colored cloud bands as well as all 4 moons quite clearly. The moon wasn't up so no comments on that but for a first night out this was pretty impressive. The only negative is that although the scope swings easily from side to side if you loosen the azimuth angle stop, it does not move as easily as I'd like up and down to track stars and planets as the earth spins. This may just be a break-in issue and was not that big of a deal. I had no issues with the stand (I was actually impressed with how well it was made for a telescope this cheap) but I had it at it's lowest point as I like to sit on the ground on a blanket and spread my stuff around me. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on December 7, 2013 by tinkerin
    • Better than the haters say online, but at $180 I'm not sure
Style: AstroMaster 70AZ
When you buy your first telescope, like the same 70mm one marketed under several different names, this one is a huge upgrade on the quality of components at little increase in price (I got mine used like new from Amazon for $110 after tax), then you look it up and realize the refractor crew, or more experienced telescoping community, totally dumps on this one, however I really like it. The red dot is a big upgrade from one of those very entry level finder scopes that's impossible to focus. The mount is much more stable although it's a little short in my opinion, I got a 6mm eyepiece but I'm not sure it was worth it... Well see once the upgraded diagonal comes in. I can easily see the bands on Jupiter, rings of Saturn, and Orion nebula. I have seen the crab, bodes, and cigar nebulas although they ask only appear as a smudge, which is to be expected. Haven't tried Andromeda yet due to my location and season. So I'm my opinion it's a 5 star for the 110$ I got it for, but full price I would not likely purchase it. To be fair I wouldn't know what to get new at the 180 price point, but you would think they could throw in one of those cheap cell phone mounts or that better powerseeker tripod. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 2, 2025 by Padre Peppercorn
    • missing tool tray that's a very important pice during operation at night. This will be big problems
Style: AstroMaster 70AZ
Review Image by Dale boat guy
Other than the tool tray missing ( used like new) appears to be a quality product. New to the astronomy hobby.
Reviewed in the United States on March 22, 2026 by Dale boat guy

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