I've had a 8" diameter dobsonian telescope for about 25 years but wanted a smaller scope I could take camping when I didn't feel like dragging the heavy, 4 foot long one with me. I also wanted one I could use as a spotting scope for birding.
There are only two things I don't like about this scope. 1) tripod is way to wimpy. Even on a name brand heavier-duty tripod, it's less stable than a dobsonian. The tripod it comes with is barely adequate. It works best if placed on a sturdy table with the legs extended just far enough to make it less tippy. 2) There is some lense flare when looking at Mars, but this is to be expected for this price of scope. There is also some minor purple fringing around the edge of the moon, but the moon looks so gorgeous thru it that you forget to notice.
Now for what I like:
1) Portability - doesn't kill my back to haul it outside. Sets up in minutes. So easy to take outside, I use it all the time. I'd only haul my big scope out a couple times a year because it was too heavy.
2) The moon looks so AWESOME thru this scope!!!
3) Jupiter: you can see several of the moons. I haven't been able to make out any of the color bands as I kinda can with my bigger scope, but that's to be expected due to the size/cost of this one.
3) Saturn: It's my favorite planet. Even though it looks tiny in this scope, you can see the rings and it's beautiful.
I was able to see the nebula in Orion's sword from the city (I live on the outskirts of Salt Lake City) It was really beautiful on one especially dark night, but most nights it's not dark enough to see it well. I haven't been able to see other nebulas I've looked for. I expect that when I'm able to get away from the city lights I'll be able to see more nebulas and galaxies. (Nebulas and planets thru backyard telescopes don't look like most photos. You don't see the colors. Nebulas look like gray clouds. They can still be beautiful tho).
The eyepieces feel cheap, very light weight, but are surprisingly good. Better than I expected for the price. They have enough eye relief that They work ok with my eyeglasses, but I prefer to take my glasses off when looking thru the scope.
I haven't tried the digiscoping adapter yet, but I've experimented with a similar one on my other scope. Digiscoping is tricky and often not all you hope it'd be, but you might get some good photos of the moon.
I haven't really tried it as a spotting scope yet, other than to look at some leaves at the top of a tree, and expect it'll be good for that. I'm considering buying a zoom eyepiece for that.
All in all, I think this is an amazing scope for the price. Too bad the tripod isn't as good as the scope. If you can get a heavier tripod, you'll love this scope, especially if you can find some dark skies. But even from the city, the Moon, Saturn & Jupiter are so amazing thru this scope.
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Travel Scope 70DX Portable Telescope
Grab the Celestron Travel Scope 70DX and go anywhere—from your backyard to another continent. Ample optical performance is packed and ready in this ultra-portable backpack kit.
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High Quality RefractorEnjoy dazzling views through this high quality 70mm refractor with fully coated glass optics. |
Manual Alt-azimuth MountThe Travel Scope features a manual alt-azimuth telescope with a pan handle to navigate the sky with ease. It’s all anchored by a steel tripod, which you can adjust to the desired height. |
Deluxe AccessoriesYour telescope comes complete with these wonderful accessories: two eyepieces (20mm and 10mm), a 2x Barlow lens, a finderscope, an erect image diagonal, a smartphone adapter, a Bluetooth shutter remote, and a Moon filter. |
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Day-to-Night PerformanceThe Travel Scope features a refractor-style body ideal for both terrestrial and astronomical observing. Fully coated glass optics provide vivid images of wildlife, the Moon, planets, and more. |
Ultra-PortableWhether you’re hiking into back-country or going through airport security, the Travel Scope won’t slow you down. The telescope, tripod, & accessories all fit inside the backpack for easy traveling. |
Learn More about the Night SkyYour purchase includes access to Starry Night educational software, our SkyPortal planetarium app for iOS and Android, and a Robert Reeves’ Lunar Landscapes e-book. |
Trust CelestronBuy from the world’s #1 telescope brand, based in California since 1960. You’ll also receive unlimited access to our team of US-based experts. |
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| Optical Design: | Refractor | Refractor | Refractor | Refractor | Refractor |
| Aperture: | 70mm (2.8") | 60mm (2.4") | 80mm (3.1") | 70mm (2.8") | 50mm (2") |
| Focal Length: | 400mm (15.74") | 360mm (14.17") | 400mm (15.74") | 400mm (15.74") | 360mm (14.17") |
| Focal Ratio: | f/5.7 | f/6 | f/5 | f/5.7 | f/7.2 |
| Magnification of Eyepieces: | 20x, 40x | 18x, 45x | 20x, 40x | 20x, 40x | 18x, 45x |
| Highest Useful Magnification: | 168x | 142x | 189x | 168x | 120x |
| Lowest Useful Magnification: | 10x | 9x | 11x | 10x | 7x |
| Limiting Stellar Magnitude | 11.7 | 11.4 | 12 | 11.7 | 11.1 |
| Accessories: | 20mm & 10mm eyepieces, 2x Barlow lens, erect image diagonal, 5x24 finderscope, smartphone adapter, #58 Green Glass Moon filter, and a Bluetooth shutter release button | 20mm & 8mm eyepieces, 3x Barlow lens, erect image diagonal, 5x24 finderscope, smartphone adapter, and a Bluetooth shutter release button | 20mm & 10mm eyepieces, erect image diagonal, 5x24 finderscope, and a smartphone adapter | 20mm & 10mm eyepieces, 45° erect image diagonal, 5x24 finderscope | 20mm & 8mm eyepieces, 45° erect image diagonal, 2x20 finderscope, 3x Barlow lens |
| Total Kit Weight: | 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) | 5.5 lbs (2.49 kg) | 4.2 lbs (1.9 kg) | 3.3 lbs (1.5 kg) | 2.2 lbs (1 kg) |
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Great Value, Easy to Use, Telescope is Good, Tripod Awful
After several decades, I wanted to return to observing the night sky through telescopes. I didn't want to begin with an expensive telescope, so I went with a entry level item. Celestron is one of the most popular telescope makers in the world, so I thought I couldn't go wrong with a telescope from them, which is why I went with the Celestron 70mm Travel Scope DX.I was a bit disappointed with the quality of the diagonal, spotting scope, and tripod. After reading some of the reviews though, I was prepared for that. I ordered a replacement diagonal and tripod along with the telescope. I was more concerned with the quality of the scope. I was pleased with the scope itself.The best way to get started is by observing the easier objects. It allows a person to get used to searching the sky, finding the object you're looking for, and enjoying the view. What better subject to begin with than the moon.The above pictures are of the telescope where I was taking terrestrial photos using a SVBONY SV105 camera. The next was the first picture of the moon with the telescope with my Google Pixel and the smart phone adapter that came with the telescope. As you can see, it needs a lunar filter. Thankfully the telescope came with one. The third image is one taken of the moon with the same Google Pixel phone. This one I still didn't use the filter for, because the Google Pixel has the ability to adjust for the brightness of the moon. I just used my phone's photo ability. The final photo is of trees in the distance taken using the 70mm Travel Scope and the SVBONY SV105 camera.
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I was a bit disappointed with the quality of the diagonal, spotting scope, and tripod. After reading some of the reviews though, I was prepared for that. I ordered a replacement diagonal and tripod along with the telescope. I was more concerned with the quality of the scope. I was pleased with the scope itself.
The best way to get started is by observing the easier objects. It allows a person to get used to searching the sky, finding the object you're looking for, and enjoying the view. What better subject to begin with than the moon.
The above pictures are of the telescope where I was taking terrestrial photos using a SVBONY SV105 camera. The next was the first picture of the moon with the telescope with my Google Pixel and the smart phone adapter that came with the telescope. As you can see, it needs a lunar filter. Thankfully the telescope came with one. The third image is one taken of the moon with the same Google Pixel phone. This one I still didn't use the filter for, because the Google Pixel has the ability to adjust for the brightness of the moon. I just used my phone's photo ability. The final photo is of trees in the distance taken using the 70mm Travel Scope and the SVBONY SV105 camera.
Great Value, Easy to Use, Telescope is Good, Tripod Awful
Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2022
After several decades, I wanted to return to observing the night sky through telescopes. I didn't want to begin with an expensive telescope, so I went with a entry level item. Celestron is one of the most popular telescope makers in the world, so I thought I couldn't go wrong with a telescope from them, which is why I went with the Celestron 70mm Travel Scope DX.Reviewed in the United States on June 5, 2022
I was a bit disappointed with the quality of the diagonal, spotting scope, and tripod. After reading some of the reviews though, I was prepared for that. I ordered a replacement diagonal and tripod along with the telescope. I was more concerned with the quality of the scope. I was pleased with the scope itself.
The best way to get started is by observing the easier objects. It allows a person to get used to searching the sky, finding the object you're looking for, and enjoying the view. What better subject to begin with than the moon.
The above pictures are of the telescope where I was taking terrestrial photos using a SVBONY SV105 camera. The next was the first picture of the moon with the telescope with my Google Pixel and the smart phone adapter that came with the telescope. As you can see, it needs a lunar filter. Thankfully the telescope came with one. The third image is one taken of the moon with the same Google Pixel phone. This one I still didn't use the filter for, because the Google Pixel has the ability to adjust for the brightness of the moon. I just used my phone's photo ability. The final photo is of trees in the distance taken using the 70mm Travel Scope and the SVBONY SV105 camera.
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