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Telescopes

8 products from Celestron. Prices from $56.95 to $1,365.95, including GST.

Explore telescopes for viewing the Moon, planets, stars and brighter deep-sky objects. This range suits beginners, families, visual observers and photographers building a telescope setup. Celestron telescopes and accessories include GoTo instruments, finderscopes, camera adapters, focal reducers and dew-control components for different observing and imaging needs.

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About the Telescopes range

Start with aperture, the diameter of the telescope's main lens or mirror, because larger aperture gathers more light and can resolve finer detail. Compare focal length and focal ratio as well. A longer focal length generally suits the Moon and planets, while a shorter one gives a wider view. Magnification depends on the telescope and eyepiece together, not the telescope alone. A stable mount is important for a clear image. Choose a manual mount for straightforward viewing, or GoTo if you want the telescope to locate selected objects automatically.

Check the telescope design, mount, included eyepieces and intended use before ordering. Maksutov-Cassegrain models such as the Celestron NexStar 127SLT are compact and suited to lunar and planetary viewing. Camera accessories require careful matching. A T-adapter must suit the telescope connection, while a separate camera-specific T-ring may be needed. Confirm whether your telescope accepts a 1.25-inch or 2-inch eyepiece accessory, and check model compatibility for items such as focal reducers and dew heater rings. Each product page lists dispatch information.

Telescopes questions

What size telescope is good for a beginner in Australia?

A beginner should compare aperture, mount stability and ease of finding objects rather than magnification claims alone. Smaller instruments are easier to store and transport, while larger apertures show more detail but add weight. A GoTo model can help locate objects without learning manual star-hopping first.

What can I see through a telescope?

The Moon and bright planets are common targets. Depending on aperture, sky darkness and conditions, you may also view star clusters, double stars and brighter nebulae or galaxies. Light pollution, atmospheric turbulence, correct focusing and realistic magnification expectations all affect the result.

Can I connect my camera to a telescope?

Yes, if the telescope and camera connections are matched correctly. A compatible telescope adapter provides the telescope-side connection, while a camera-specific T-ring connects to the camera body. Check the telescope model, focuser or rear-thread specification, camera mount and whether the setup is intended for prime-focus or eyepiece projection photography.

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