What is Reddit's opinion of Celestron - PowerSeeker 127EQ Telescope - Manual German Equatorial Telescope for Beginners - Compact and Portable - Bonus Astronomy Software Package - 127mm Aperture?

From 3.5 billion Reddit comments

Celsestron powerseeker 127eq About the best you can do in that price range I have seen every planet through it, as well as several of Jupiters moons and Saturns rings https://www.amazon.com/Celestron-21049-PowerSeeker-127EQ-Telescope/dp/B0007UQNKY

You're going to need to spend a little more unless you find one used. How about something like this? But may help to get one with magnification lenses. Just wait on other replies before buying. This has a $15 off coupon too

https://www.amazon.com/Celestron-21049-PowerSeeker-127EQ-Telescope/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?crid=3PWX623TUNFUI&keywords=celestron+127eq+telescope&qid=1654630152&sprefix=celestron+127%2Caps%2C227&sr=8-3&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fo...

i dont have a camera for my scope but they make them for sure you can buy a big one for about 180. they are very accessible just a bit time consuming. intimidating at first but worth it! i have this one :)

Celestron - PowerSeeker 127EQ Telescope - Manual German Equatorial Telescope for Beginners - Compact and Portable - Bonus Astronomy Software Package - 127mm Aperture https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_TMTMBR42VX2AQRNP5N5X?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Limited-time deal: Celestron - PowerSeeker 127EQ Telescope - Manual German Equatorial Telescope for Beginners - Compact and Portable - Bonus Astronomy Software Package - 127mm Aperture https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_dl_P1VV6XJXBYB738ZVQ50D?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Limited-time deal: Celestron - PowerSeeker 127EQ Telescope - Manual German Equatorial Telescope for Beginners - Compact and Portable - Bonus Astronomy Software Package - 127mm Aperture https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=cm_sw_r_apan_i_dl_P1VV6XJXBYB738ZVQ50D?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Celestron - PowerSeeker 127EQ Telescope - Manual German Equatorial Telescope for Beginners - Compact and Portable - Bonus Astronomy Software Package - 127mm Aperture https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_TMCWS9JF7WAP5K6VJZ4P?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I've been convinced. I'll be buying a new telescope Celestron 127EQ. Thanks for the advice.

is this one any good? celestron

I sent op's image to my brother, who has a Celestron 127eq. He said he's seen Saturn similar to the image on the left, not quite as good. He's also been able to see a couple of Jupiter's moons.

Not as nice as OP's scope, but it will get you looking at planets, and might be easier to aspire to.

https://www.amazon.com/Celestron-21049-PowerSeeker-127EQ-Telescope/dp/B0007UQNKY

What’s a good beginner telescope to take photos of the moon?

I was thinking about this - I have an a6300. All I would need is an adapter right ?

Or are there telescopes built specifically to attach to cameras ?

Celestron PowerSeeker 127EQ Telescope

> https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=psdc_499154_t1_B00D05BKOW?th=1

I'm still reading through everything. As a photographer I thought I had a decent grasp on photo equipment. Then I started into astrophotography and I'm so lost lol. I found a great star tracker than can hold lenses up to 200mm or more but what if I wanted a tracker that could also locate planets and nebulae etc? My main uses will be for the milky way (6 minute exposures etc), but I know me all too well and will eventually want to get into planets and some deep space stuff. But I also know I probably will never get into the cooled CCD cameras etc... so lost still lol.

For looking at the moon, you really don't need something crazy expensive. You could get a small dobsonian type like this for some good moon views. If you wanted to get more into looking at planets or nebulas you would want to go bigger. The one I was using to get this shot was a 10inch dobsonian which was around $600.

Oh no. I just bought http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0007UQNKY?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=od_aui_detailpages00 earlier today and now I feel like I made a horrible decision.

But any telescope is an upgrade from my 26 year old refractor, and this one doesn't have the chance to have been banged around in a garage. I saw pictures people have taken with it and it looks good (not top of the line but for $150 it's good enough.) I do however plan on upgrading whenever I am more financially stable (maybe 1-2 years) so this should tide me over until then.

Is this one I found on amazon decent? I'd like a nice telescope but I don't want to pay 600 dollars for one.....yet.

I am buying my son this telescope for Christmas. I hear good things, and it falls within your budget. Our goals are to see lots of Moon craters and check in on Saturn and other planets.

http://www.amazon.com/Celestron-21049-127EQ-PowerSeeker-Telescope/dp/B0007UQNKY

Yo tengo en la mira este: https://www.amazon.com.mx/gp/product/B0007UQNKY

Es para principiantes pero muy bueno!

If I'm not mistaken it's this one

Celestron PowerSeeker 127EQ

I think ill probably buy the z130 then!

How do you feel about the Celestron - PowerSeeker 127EQ Telescope - Manual German Equatorial Telescope for Beginners - Compact and Portable - Bonus Astronomy Software Package - 127mm Aperture?

​

Idk if you've used it but it comes with a stand, slightly less money. Idk if it's any good though compared to the z130

​

Here's an Amazon link:

https://www.amazon.com/Celestron-21049-PowerSeeker-127EQ-Telescope/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=psdc_499154_t1_B00D12U1IK

​

Thanks again for all the help!

Thanks for the detailed response, going to check out that sub and do some more search. I've read that parabolic is far superior to spherical. Is this something I should truly be worried about as a beginner? I'm looking at this: https://www.amazon.ca/Celestron-21049-PowerSeeker-127EQ-Telescope/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=asc_df_B0007UQNKY/?tag=googleshopc0c-20&linkCode=df0&hvadid=292968380877&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=17523455779006832162&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9000812&hvtargid=pla-365326649899&th=1 to start

Would this be alright

Anyone have good or bad experience with this guy? Celestron Powerseeker 127EQ

I am getting a refund and was looking on Amazon for some German equatorial mounted newtonian reflector, there are a few that I am considering. https://www.amazon.com/Celestron-21049-PowerSeeker-127EQ-Telescope/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?crid=1L40J0M54Z8TC&dchild=1&keywords=newtonian+telescope&qid=1590689570&sprefix=Newt%2Caps%2C200&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=Z... Or https://www.amazon.com/Meade-Instruments-216005-Reflector-Telescope/dp/B00LU1DAWI/ref=psdc_499154_t2_B0007UQNKY

The thing is, I must buy from Amazon. I am from Mexico and Amazon has the cheapest deals ever, for example the same telescope from Amazon and now from another store the price skyrockets by a lot.

And to be honest I've like it so far, that is the only issue I've had with it, and such issue (I know it should not be any issue whatsoever) can be solve either by a better handle or lubricating the screws or even both!

Either way, thank you so much for your answer, it is my first telescope and for the budget and my location it was the best deal. :)

Hey, great idea introducing your cousin to astronomy! His first views through a telescope may be times he remembers for the rest of his life. :)

You may want to try Amazon's International Shipping section. It has a lot of well priced scopes!

https://www.amazon.com/International-Shipping-Direct/b/ref=as_li_ss_tl?node=230659011&linkCode=sl2&tag=amazon123405-20&linkId=b739aa289b437281a7069081d2ffef8b

Here is my pick for your budget: https://www.amazon.com/Celestron-21049-127EQ-PowerSeeker-Telescope/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1526851326&sr=8-3&keywords=telescope&th=1

That scope is good enough to see details on the planets (jupiter's clouds, saturn's rings) and a lot of the brighter deep space objects (nebulas, clusters, galaxies). If you go out to the country, you'll be able to see a lot of fainter objects, perhaps up to around magnitude 10.

Hope it works out!

Astronomers without Borders have some amazing telescopes and least expensive Don't go for a high end one , just pick a beginners

https://www.astronomerswithoutborders.org/store/index.php?main_page=product_info&cPath=0&products_id=4&zenid=bbpmck0h912ddr7e1qifog4hc4

Celestron 127EQ PowerSeeker Telescope https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_1NVqzbW67QQ09

Gskyer Telescope, AZ70400 German Technology Astronomy Telescope, Travel Refractor https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DBK1GIK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_oPVqzbHVZ19R7

Don't worry about the books for now, once you trigger interest he will do his own research on the web.

Feel free to reach me if you need any help.

All the best

I bought a pretty decent one online on Amazon. It's a beginner telescope but still quality. Cheap for what it is I think and great for a kid. I'll update with the link ...

This is the same scope I'm considering! How cheap did you score it?? Its $135 on amazon (http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=cm_sw_su_dp)

A laser collimator seems to be an essential tool to check the collimation on the 127EQ:

-$30 Celestron 1.25" collimation eyepiece (http://www.amazon.com/Celestron-94182-Collimation-Eyepiece-1-25/dp/B00009R7RJ)

I'm looking at something like this, where I could then have some cash to buy / build a nice travel case for it and all necessary accessories. Can go higher price if it helps reduce size / weight / or gives better images.

http://www.amazon.com/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=psdc_499154_t2_B000MLL6RS

Also, this looks pretty compact for its size, and I could ditch the tripod and probably rig up some type of table top setup off the back of my bike once parked. http://www.gizmag.com/astronomers-without-borders-onesky-starter-telescope/30111/

Should I be worried about having bought this as a first scope? Are there accessories that will help the viewing or is this a brand-locked kind of thing?

Am I going to struggle to operate it with no experience?

https://smile.amazon.com/Celestron-21049-127EQ-PowerSeeker-Telescope/dp/B0007UQNKY/ref=sr_1_2?m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&s=photo&ie=UTF8&qid=1512183962&sr=1-2&refinements=p_89%3ACelestron%2Cp_6%3AATVPDKIKX0DER