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Celestron PowerSeeker 60EQ Refractor
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Brand | Celestron |
Model Name | PowerSeeker 60EQ |
Eye Piece Lens Description | Galilean |
Objective Lens Diameter | 60 Millimeters |
Telescope Mount Description | Equatorial Mount |
Product Dimensions | 37"D x 9"W x 7"H |
Focus Type | Manual Focus |
Finderscope | Reflex |
Item Weight | 10.4 Pounds |
Compatible Devices | Laptop |
About this item
- Affordable telescope for beginning astronomer; portable yet powerful
- All-glass optical components with high transmission coatings for enhanced image brighness and clarit
- Refractor optical design with a 60mm aperture and 900mm focal length
- Equatorial mount for tracking the sky
- Includes 3x Barlow Lens (1.25"), 20mm eyepiece, 4mm eyepiece, aluminum tripod with accessory tray
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From the manufacturer
PowerSeeker 60EQ
Embark on your voyage across the Universe with the Celestron PowerSeeker 60EQ, the perfect choice for beginner astronomers.
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Manual German Equatorial mount
This sturdy mount features large slow-motion control knobs so you can track objects smoothly and seamlessly as they drift across the nighttime sky.
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Compact and Portable
Get up and go quickly! The PowerSeeker is compact and lightweight, so you can take it along to your favorite campsite or dark sky observing site.
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Objects to Observe
Quality, all-glass optics deliver crisp views of the Moon, the rings around Saturn, and Jupiter’s Galilean moons. Or explore beyond our Solar System—the Orion Nebula, Andromeda Galaxy, and more.
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Celestron is Here for You
Astronomy can be intimidating, but Celestron is here to help. As the premier telescope brand since 1960, we offer free US-based tech support & how-to videos, so you can enjoy stargazing hassle-free.
Better Viewing
Includes 2 eypieces: 20mm and 4mm, plus a 3x Barlow lens to triple the power of each. It’s like having four eyepieces—giving you options for viewing a wide range of celestial objects. The eyepieces and the Barlow Lens can magnify your object between 135x-675x.
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Optical Design
| Refractor | Refractor | Refractor | Newtonian Reflector | Newtonian Reflector |
Aperture
| 60 mm (2.36") | 70 mm (2.76") | 80 mm (3.15") | 114 mm (4.49") | 127 mm (5") |
Focal Length
| 900 mm (35") | 700 mm (28") | 900 mm (35") | 900 mm (35") | 1000 mm (39") |
Focal Ratio
| f/15 | f/10 | f/11 | f/8 | f/8 |
Magnification
| 45x, 225x | 35x, 175x | 45x, 225x | 45x, 225x | 50x, 250x |
Limiting Magnitude
| 11.4 | 11.7 | 12 | 12.8 | 13 |
Low Useful Magnification
| 8.57x | 10x | 11x | 16x | 18x |
High Theoretical Magnification
| 142x | 165x | 189x | 269x | 300x |
Assembled Weight
| 10.4 lbs (4.7 kg) | 13.9 lbs (6.3 kg) | 16.38 lbs (7.4 kg) | 18.9 lbs (8.6 kg) | 21.38 lbs (9.7 kg) |
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Product Description
Product Description
Whether you’re an amateur astronomer or becoming more comfortable with using a telescope, you’ll love the technology and user-friendly features packed into Celestron’s PowerSeeker refractor telescope. The Celestron PowerSeeker 60EQ is a powerful yet easy-to-use telescope. Our PowerSeeker Series telescopes for astronomy beginners have been designed with a combination of value, quality, power, and user-friendly features. They are built to enhance the experience for beginners but are also exceptional for mid-level experienced astronomers. This 60EQ telescope features powerful magnification and easy-to-use controls that allow users to obtain crisp views of the Moon, the rings of Saturn, and Jupiter’s Galilean moons.
The telescope’s sturdy and durable German Equatorial mount and slow-motion rod deliver smooth and accurate pointing. Move the slow-motion altitude rod in an up/down fashion to pinpoint and track your object. The 3x Barlow lens is added to triple the magnification power of the included 20mm and 4mm eyepieces. We’ve included an accessory tray to store accessories conveniently and a free download of our BONUS Starry Night Basic Edition astronomy software with information on 36,000 celestial objects, printable sky maps, and more. The software can be used on your Mac, PC or laptop. It’s the best way to learn about the night sky and plan your next observing session. Additional accessories include a tripod.
You can purchase this Celestron telescope with confidence from the world’s #1 telescope brand, based in California since 1960. You’ll also receive a 2-year warranty and unlimited access to technical support from our team of US-based experts.
Tom Johnson founded Celestron in 1960 after building a telescope to share the night sky with his sons. Since then, Celestron has established itself as the world’s #1 telescope brand. Celestron telescopes are used by scientists in world-class research observatories and even aboard the International Space Station.
From the Manufacturer
PowerSeeker telescopes are a great way to open up the wonders of the Universe to the aspiring astronomer! The Celestron PowerSeeker series of telescopes is designed to give the first-time buyer the perfect combination of quality, value, features and power. Offering exceptional value, these telescopes feature portable yet powerful designs with ample optical performance to excite any newcomer to the world of amateur astronomy.
The PowerSeekers come in a choice of refractor or reflector, equatorial or altazimuth mount design. The PowerSeekers come with all coated glass optical components with for enhanced image brightness and clarity. The Newtonian reflectors offer larger aperture and greater light gathering power needed to resolve the faint detail of hundreds of deep-sky and other celestial objects.
All PowerSeekers come on either sturdy equatorial mounts for tracking the sky, or collapsible altazimuth mounts suitable for terrestrial viewing as well as astronomical use.
The PowerSeekers come with a full range of eyepieces plus a 3x Barlow lens, allowing an increase in viewing power hundreds of times greater than that of an unaided eye! A great choice for children and families.
About Refractor Telescopes
A refractor telescope uses a lens as the primary. The lens at the front of the telescope bends the light passing through it until it comes to a single point called the "focal plane." The long, thin tubes of refractor telescopes look much the same as those Galileo used centuries ago. High quality optical glass and multi-coatings provide todays sky watchers views Galileo never dreamed of. The refractor type of telescope is very popular with individuals who want mechanical simplicity, rugged reliability and ease of use. Because the focal length is limited by the length of the tube, refractor telescopes become quite bulky and expensive beyond a four inch aperture. This limits the light gathering properties of refractor telescopes, but they are an excellent choice for beginners and those who prefer simple operation and versatility. Refractor telescopes are also a popular choice because of their unobstructed view, high contrast and good definition.
60EQ Highlights
- Easy to assemble 60mm German Equatorial refractor
- Pre-assembled aluminum tripod and accessory tray
- Slow motion controls for smooth tracking
- 3x Barlow lens triples the magnifying power of each eyepiece
- Finderscope: 5x24
- Includes two 1.25-inch eyepieces and Star diagonal
- Includes CD-ROM "The Sky" Astronomy software
- Suitable for celestial and terrestrial viewing
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Easy to assemble | 4.0 | 4.7 | 3.5 | 3.8 | 4.6 | 4.5 |
For beginners | 3.9 | 4.6 | 3.1 | 3.6 | 4.5 | 4.4 |
Easy to use | 3.6 | 4.5 | — | 3.7 | 4.5 | 4.5 |
Portability | — | 4.7 | 2.9 | — | — | 4.5 |
Sold By | Amazon.com | Yogahome | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Solomark Optics | Yogahome |
focal length | 900 millimeters | — | 1000 millimeters | — | 700 month | 600 millimeters |
focus type | Manual Focus | Auto Focus | Manual Focus | Manual Focus | Manual Focus | Manual Focus |
zoom ratio | — | — | — | 90 multiplier x | 70 multiplier x | 60 multiplier x |
eye piece lens | Galilean | Barlow | Barlow | Plossl | Plossl | Barlow |
objective lens diameter | 60 millimeters | 80 millimeters | 127 millimeters | 130 millimeters | 70 millimeters | 80 millimeters |
aperture diameter | 60 millimeters millimeters | — | — | — | 70 millimeters millimeters | 80 millimeters millimeters |
telescope mount | Equatorial Mount | Altazimuth Mount | Equatorial Mount | Equatorial Mount | Equatorial Mount | Altazimuth Mount |
What's in the box
Product information
Product Dimensions | 37 x 9 x 7 inches |
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Item Weight | 10.4 pounds |
ASIN | B0002CTZAM |
Item model number | 21043 |
Customer Reviews |
4.4 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #759 in Camera & Photo Products (See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products) #23 in Telescope Reflectors |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | October 2, 2001 |
Manufacturer | Celestron |
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Customers like the quality, ease of assembly, visibility, and appearance of the telescope. For example, they mention it's a good first telescope, the instructions are clear, and it produces good visuals. That said, some complain about the stability. Opinions are mixed on performance and scope.
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Customers like the quality of the telescope. They say it's a good first telescope, perfect scope for the price range, and a wonderful telescope for a beginning astronomer. The diagonal is decent for this price, and the 80 mm objective lens is a decent size for the money. Overall, customers say it is able to look at stars, the moon, planets, and some nebulae.
"...I think that could have been improved. The tripod was OK. It had points on the tips and not rubber feet...." Read more
"...I was apprehensive, but I need not have worried. Optics are great, very well aligned, very easy and smooth to focus, with very little in the way of..." Read more
"...up, and learn a bit about your equipment, you will be well rewarded for the price." Read more
"...a person who does nature and astrophotography, this was a fun, and very good buy." Read more
Customers find the telescope easy to set up and use. They appreciate the clear instructions. Some say the telescope is good for beginners, while others say it's heavy.
"...There were nine easy steps. There was a screw driver left over that looked like a part I missed. (Look says screwdriver on it)...." Read more
"...Optics are great, very well aligned, very easy and smooth to focus, with very little in the way of chromatic aberration or visual defects...." Read more
"...Does take some getting used to the mount...." Read more
"...-Super simple to get from box to stargazing. Instructions are very clear every step of the way from assembly, to balancing,to polar alignment...." Read more
Customers like the visibility of the telescope. They say that it is simple to use, and allows them to see the moon so well. They also say that the moon shots are incredibly bright and detailed. They are able to see star clusters and galaxies, as well as Venus, Mars, and Jupiter. Overall, customers are satisfied with the product's performance and recommend it to others.
"...looks at Venus which is only about a 1/3 crescent right now, but super bright and clear...." Read more
"...It's easy to spot things in the sky, easily lined up and very clear to see through...." Read more
"...I was able to zoom into the moon and see tons of details. On my first attempt I was also able to see Jupitor with slight stripes and it's moons!..." Read more
"...and it's moons, a faint version of the Orion nebula, and lots of detail on the moon...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the appearance of the telescope. They mention that it is simple, functional, and pretty decent looking. They also say that it produces good visuals and that it's really breathtaking when you see something so beautiful. Customers also appreciate the well-designed mount, good eyepieces, and acceptable quality optics.
"...Got some really neat looks at Venus which is only about a 1/3 crescent right now, but super bright and clear...." Read more
"...objects, and the fully-coated glass optics ensure bright and crisp images...." Read more
"...It was neat to look at but took effort to keep it in view...." Read more
"...Nice build quality, good design.. a lot of telescope for the money.. I like the camera attachment feature..on the tube mount.. and the set up for a..." Read more
Customers like the sturdiness of the telescope. They say it's well built, sturdy, and stable. The stand seems sturdy enough for the scope and has lots of little adjusters that help keep it in place. The tripod is pretty sturdy and has a tray to hold different mm scopes. It doesn't feel cheap like others, and the package was well protected.
"...It's well made, the fine adjustments work well and are precise and modular, and it's just generally very robust...." Read more
"...-Slo-mo cables smooth and solid. Excellent tracking...." Read more
"...The stand seems sturdy enough for the scope and has lots of little adjusters that help keep things in the field of view since the stars move across..." Read more
"...The body is really lightweight and the tripod also; the tripod is really stable (even if it doesn't look like it), as long as it's fully expanded;..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the performance of the telescope. Some mention that it works quite well, is well made, and provides no problems doing the job. However, others say that it provides a blurry image and is not powerful enough for anything else.
"...fight to get it to line up with the lens, but it can be done, and works quite well...." Read more
"...The tripod that comes with it (the German Equatorial tripod) works well but for me, the extended use has seemed to have loosened up the mount to the..." Read more
"...EQ-1 motor may be a fine piece of equipment, but mine arrived in non-working condition, so I do not know...." Read more
"...Movement controls work decent as far as I can tell. Viewed Venus a couple nights ago...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the scope. Some mention it's a great scope that doesn't provide too much magnification for the main lens, and has a lot of useful features. However, others say that the finder scope is trash, cheap, and doesn''t stay accurate at all. The finderscope is unstable and non-adjustable, making using the scope horrendous.
"...Its your baby go easy.Con's - I was not happy with the finder scope. I think that could have been improved. The tripod was OK...." Read more
"...The scope was great, but wanted something smaller that would be better for traveling...." Read more
"...First...the bad:-Finder scope is cheap and basically impossible to keep adjusted.with any sort of precision...." Read more
"...Unlike some other products, this scope doesn't provide too much magnification for the main lens...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the stability of the telescope. They mention that the tripod is a little bit shaky for the size of the product, and it's impossible to keep the telescope steady without the screws. The weighted base is not stable, and the telescope shakes quite a bit when zoomed in. The tripod legs are not very rigid, and they need to be tightened to improve stability. Overall, customers are not satisfied with the product's stability.
"...When you are zoomed in it shakes quite a bit so you have to be careful. I don't know much about other stands to know how the others are...." Read more
"...spectacular, but it would do the job just fine IF THE MOUNT DIDN'T SHAKE UNCONTROLLABLY WHEN YOU FOCUS (are you beginning to see a pattern to this?)...." Read more
"...The whole assembly is moderately heavy. The tripod legs are not very rigid but if you tighten the top screws it will help alot...." Read more
"...is also fun, but the cheap tripod makes it difficult because of ground vibrations and the difficulty of perfecting your aim through cheap controls...." Read more
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Con's - I was not happy with the finder scope. I think that could have been improved. The tripod was OK. It had points on the tips and not rubber feet. I have a Galileo tripod I use for a small 400mm-70mm scope I do bird watching with and I think I like that one better.
Pro's - I like the slow motion knobs. I thought I give them a try because too often in my pass I used a short scope with high power lens on a solid base to lessen the shaking due to moving it and near by earth movement, such as trucks going by when out on a patio. Those were better for those earthy harmonics than the long tube type. But with out the slow motion cables I over come the resistance that held the scope at aim and when it broke that hold the scope would over shoot and I would be way off my target. This cable knob type may be the lesser of the two evils and it gives me power like I never had.
The lens tray has a lip on it so I can just place my lens in that with there case's on.
It came with two CD disks. One instructions that was good but for the Polar alignment I like U-Tube. On that CD I couldn't get into accessory to see what the dove tail fastener was met for. I think its an optional digital camera holder. The second CD ( not II ). Asked for me to download a set up soft ware and I do not down load strange exe.
In short, it was like a telescope that cost twice what I paid. That and reviews is what drives Amazon I think...
IMPORTANT... This is a heavy scope with lots of cast iron to it. 18 Lps. It is a bad boy so if your female (like me) or not up to moving that weight, it may not be for you. I plan to back-pack the counter weight & my lens if I'm going too far with it. I wouldn't want a scope any more heavy than this.
There you have it. Not sure I did better than the Gustav Mahler review. He is right, optics are great. Five stars. I can't believe I got a scope this good for this cost. I have four telescopes now. This one is the power house but I still in-joy the others. They have there place.
I read some fairly pannish reviews of the Celestron basic scopes online, including a fairly pannish review of this one, but I went with it anyway because it seemed that the price couldn't be beaten for an 80mm refractor.
I was apprehensive, but I need not have worried. Optics are great, very well aligned, very easy and smooth to focus, with very little in the way of chromatic aberration or visual defects. Got ahold of a variety of Plossl eyepieces from 26mm down to 4.x mm and have now had a chance to use all of them. Found all to be very usable.
The tripod is excellent for this price and I'm not going out on a limb to say that if you had to just buy the tripod from a science shop, you'd pay more in a retail store for the tripod alone. It's well made, the fine adjustments work well and are precise and modular, and it's just generally very robust.
This is a delightful beginner scope at a very, very affordable price and I really can't find anything to complain about. The reviews for this scope on hobbyist sites specifically mentioned a lackluster tripod, iffy optics, and a lackluster set of eyepieces included. I find all of these complaints to be either verrry nitpicky or just plain wrong.
The kids have already spent several evenings breathlessly exploring the surface of the moon in very good detail, and we've taken a few shots through it as well with a camera phone that turned out very nicely.
I guess if you're a serious hobbyist that has a $1k+ scope that you take to meet-ups or something then this may seem like an amateur piece. But if you're just a family looking to explore the sky and get excited while doing it, this fits the bill perfectly, and is a significantly better choice (IMO) than the 70mm scopes or scopes with worse tripods that will only save you $30-$50.
I'd argue that this scope strikes precisely the right balance between "serious" and "affordable" for any family with a couple curious, science-minded kids ready to pick up a new hobby. Then, if they get really into it, spend 4x-10x as much later, in a few years, when they really outgrow this scope—which won't happen for a while.
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The tripod stand is light to carry and features a holder for various lens and their covers.
The eye-piece is a little surprising in that it rotates about the main telescope axis very freely and does not stay in a fixed position.
The mechanisms to lock movement about the any particular axis aren't obvious especially in the dark. It would help to keep a small light handy while using the scope.
The view finder does not point in the same direction as the telescope in general, it needs adjusting using the alignment screws provided.
The knobs provided for Ra and Dec adjustment are made of bendable plastic tubes that keep the instrument light while allowing fine movement of the scope.
I was not able to use the 3x barlow extentsion along with the provided 3mm and 20mm eye-pieces to get a zoomed in view of whatever was in focus.
Overall, I'm happy that I was able to observer celestial objects more clearly. It is a decent telescope for beginners that delivers on the promise while introducing you to the world of astronomy and all its technicalities.
The constant movement of closer celestial objects like the moon and jupiter make it tricky to keep the scope alinged at an object constantly.
Reviewed in Mexico on February 23, 2021