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Celestron AstroMaster 114 EQ Reflector Telescope Review

September 26th, 2009 Subscribe To Our Feed

Celestron telescope reviews The Celestron AstroMaster 114 EQ Reflector telescope is one of the best telescopes for beginners and is available for under $200 at most online stores!

* Users have given this telescope top reviews
* Perfect for those looking for beginners telescopes or kids telescopes
* Erect Image Optics - Perfect viewing of land-based or sky objects
* Rugged and durable tripod
* Easy and quick setup with no tools required
* “The Sky” Level 1 Planetarium Software Included

If you are in the market to buy a telescope for your beginner astronomer, the Celestron AstroMaster is ideal for children and adults alike! Available for under $200, this telescope has features that you would only expect on the larger more expensive models.

One Of The Most Practical Telescopes For Beginners

This is a dual-purpose telescope which is very appropriate for both terrestrial and celestial viewing. The AstroMaster line provides correct views of land and sky. It provides bright, clear images of the moon and planets.

Plenty Of Features

The Celestron AstroMaster 114 EQ Reflector is perfect for the beginner skywatcher. This beginner telescope features:

1) all-glass optical elements,
2) smooth operating steel tripod mountings with manual motion controls
3) coated optics for enhanced image brightness and clarity
4) quick-release, no-tool setup
5) rugged pre-assembled tripod with 1.25-inch steel tube legs

One of our favorite features of the Celestron AstroMaster 114 EQ Reflector telescope is the permanently mounted StarPointer Finderscope which allows you to keep track of the stars. Another great feature is a German Equatorial Mount with Setting Circles which aids you in accurately locating and tracking the stars and planets.

Recommendation

If you are looking for telescopes for beginners, then make sure to put this versatile, easy-to-use Celestron telescope on your short list!