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Celestron 80EQ - £90 Amazon Prime Only

eclipsechaser · 2019-01-05 14:47:46

This is an excellent beginner telescope from one of the best manufacturers. Be warned that it takes a lot of time and effort to learn how to use a telescope properly. The views are good but if you're expecting what you see from the Hubble, you'll be disappointed. It's excellent for seeing lots of detail on the Moon. You…

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This is an excellent beginner telescope from one of the best manufacturers. Be warned that it takes a lot of time and effort to learn how to use a telescope properly. The views are good but if you're expecting what you see from the Hubble, you'll be disappointed. It's excellent for seeing lots of detail on the Moon. You can also see some small detail on other planets and see their moons. You'll be able to resolve some double stars. Galaxies and nebulae will be misty patches.

You won't get better for the price if you wanted a starter telescope.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/gp/offer-listing/B0007UQNKO/ref=mw_dp_olp?ie=UTF8&condition=new

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