Discover the night sky with confidence using the National Geographic CF700SM 70mm Refractor Telescope 80-40070, a beginner-friendly telescope designed to make stargazing simple, exciting, and accessible. With sharp optics, smooth controls, and a durable carbon fiber-style finish, this telescope is the perfect starting point for anyone new to astronomy.

The generous 70mm aperture and 700mm focal length deliver bright, detailed views of the Moon’s craters, Jupiter’s moons, Saturn’s rings, and even bright deep-sky objects like the Orion Nebula. Two premium Plössl eyepieces and a 2x Barlow lens provide a flexible magnification range from 26.9x to 144x, making it easy for beginners to explore both wide-field views and close-up details.

A sturdy full-size tripod, alt-azimuth mount, and slow-motion controls ensure smooth, precise tracking—ideal for new observers learning to follow targets across the sky. The included red dot finder and downloadable astronomy software help beginners quickly identify and locate celestial objects.

For those eager to capture their discoveries, the CF700SM also includes a smartphone adapter, perfect for taking photos of the Moon, planets, and more. Whether in the backyard or under dark-sky conditions, this telescope brings the universe closer in an easy, enjoyable way.

Specifications

Optics

• Aperture: 70mm

• Focal Length: 700mm

• Optical Design: Refractor

• Eyepieces: Two Plössl eyepieces

• Magnification Range: 26.9x – 144x

• Barlow Lens: 2x Barlow included

Mount & Controls

• Mount Type: Alt-azimuth

• Slow-Motion Controls: Yes

• Red Dot Finder: Included

Tripod

• Type: Full-size tripod

• Material: Sturdy, adjustable design

Additional Features

• Carbon fiber-style finish

• Smartphone adapter for astrophotography

• Downloadable astronomy software

• Ideal For: Beginners, casual observers, families, and first-time astronomers

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