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National Geographic

National Geographic 70mm Refractor Telescope 80-40071CF – Beginner Telescope with Adjustable Tripod & Smartphone Adapter

National Geographic 70mm Refractor Telescope 80-40071CF – Beginner Telescope with Adjustable Tripod & Smartphone Adapter

$139.99
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Discover the night sky with ease using the National Geographic 70mm Refractor Telescope 80-40071CF, designed specifically for beginners. Its 70mm aperture captures detailed views of the Moon’s craters, Jupiter’s cloud bands, Saturn’s rings, and even bright deep-sky objects, making it perfect for both casual stargazers and aspiring astronomers.

The carbon fiber-style optical tube is lightweight yet durable, ideal for home use or travel. Two Plössl eyepieces and a 2x Barlow lens provide a wide magnification range from 26.9x to 144x, giving beginners the flexibility to scan wide star fields or zoom in on specific celestial details.

Smooth pan-and-tilt movement from the alt-azimuth mount makes tracking stars and planets intuitive. The red dot finder and downloadable astronomy software help locate celestial targets quickly, while the included smartphone adapter allows beginners to capture and share stunning astrophotography images.

A full-size adjustable tripod with a built-in accessory tray ensures stability and convenience, providing a complete beginner-friendly setup for unforgettable nights under the stars.

Specifications

Optics

  • Aperture: 70mm

  • Magnification Range: 26.9x – 144x

  • Eyepieces: Two Plössl eyepieces

  • Barlow Lens: 2x included

  • Ideal For: Moon, planets, and bright deep-sky objects

  • Optical Tube: Carbon fiber-style design, lightweight & durable

Mount & Tripod

  • Mount Type: Alt-azimuth with panhandle control

  • Tripod: Full-size, adjustable height with accessory tray

  • Finder: Red dot finder

Additional Features

  • Smartphone adapter for astrophotography

  • Downloadable astronomy software included

  • Beginner-friendly design, stable and portable

What’s Included

  • National Geographic 70mm Refractor Telescope

  • Two Plössl eyepieces

  • 2x Barlow lens

  • Full-size adjustable tripod with accessory tray

  • Red dot finder

  • Smartphone adapter for capturing images

  • Downloadable astronomy software

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With a beginner telescope you can see a surprising amount — the craters and mountains on the Moon, the rings of Saturn, the moons of Jupiter, and star clusters like the Pleiades. As you get more comfortable, you can also spot nebulae and distant galaxies. Not sure which beginner telescope is right for you? Check out our Telescope Buying Guide.
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