Product Description
Sky-Watcher 70mm AZ2 Refractor Telescope
Learning or interested in Astronomy? This Sky-Watcher 70mm AZ2 Refractor Telescope is a highly affordable telescope which allows beginners to take their first steps into the world of Astronomy. Several accessories are provided, this telescope is suitable for both astronomical and terrestrial observations. Unlike many other beginner telescopes on the market, this Sky-Watcher 60/700 comes with standard 1.25″ focuser allowing a broad range of eyepiece and accessories to be used for a better viewing experience.
Equipped with a user-friendly alt-azimuth AZ2 mount, this Sky-Watcher telescope can move in both horizontal and vertical axes. It is designed for viewing the Sun (Solar Filter REQUIRED), the moon and bright planets, and terrestrial observation during the day.
The Refractor Advantage
Images viewed through a refractor telescope have a classic quality that other telescope designs lack. Since a refractor does not use mirrors to view objects, you get a generally sharper image. Images are also displayed without the secondary mirror shadow, making it suitable for terrestrial viewing when used with a 45° erecting image diagonal or an erecting tube.
Superb Imaging Qualities
This achromatic refractor from Sky-Watcher features an aperture of 70mm and it is fully multi-coated to enhance light transmission. It delivers clear, high contrast images of the moon and the planets. Those new to astronomy will appreciate how simple and easy this telescope is to use.
In the Box:
- 70mm Achromatic Refractor
- AZ2 Mount with Aluminium Tripod
- 2 Eyepieces Super 10mm (70x) & Super 25mm (28x) – 1.25″ Barrel
- 2x Barlow Lens (double the magnifications of the eyepieces)
- Finderscope 6×24
- 90° Star Diagonal – 1.25″ Barrel
- Instruction Manual
About Skywatcher
David Shen, the founder of Sky-Watcher, started pursuing his interest in optics design and star observing when he was 26, working as a polishing technician at a research institute in Taiwan.
It was a lovely summer night after work that the bright stars urged David to observe them with a telescope. After placing the telescope on top of the hood of his car, the view of the magnificent rings from the Saturn planet greatly moved David. That night was deeply engraved in David’s memory since and constantly inspires him to live his dream:
Building High-quality and Affordable Telescopes for Everyone.
“In the past, telescopes are only available to few. But I hope that I could help more people gaze further.” David summarizes his dream. This dream gradually took shape when David established Synta factory for building optics in the 1990s. In 1999, Synta launched the “Sky-Watcher” brand. Striving to its uttermost to improve product quality and reduce cost, Sky-Watcher continues to design and manufacture superior telescopes for enthusiasts worldwide.
“Innovate continuously, and always challenge your limits.” —as his simple motto suggests, David’s passion and love for astronomy have turned into a great source of creativity and pursuit of quality.
SPECIFICATIONS
Model | SW707AZ2 |
Optical design | Multicoated Achromatic Refractor |
Aperture | 70mm |
Focal Length | 700mm |
Focal Ratio | f/10 |
Resolving Power | 1.71″ |
Stellar Limit Magnitude | 11.6 |
Highest Practical Magnification | 140x |
Light gathering power (compared to the unaided eye) | 100 |
Focuser Diameter | 1.25″ |
Recommended Usage | Viewing Moon and Planets |