Celestron
Celestron 21064 AstroMaster Telescope
Entry-level telescope with Alt-Az and equatorial mounts for terrestrial and celestial viewing
- TypeTelescopes
- ColorMulti
- Ready for first-time astronomers
- Compact and portable design for easy transport
- Az pan handle with clutch enables smooth targeting
- German Equatorial mount option suits deep-sky viewing
- Correct-image optics serve both land and sky observation
First telescope for beginners
The Celestron 21064 AstroMaster is an entry-level telescope designed for newcomers to amateur astronomy. It offers a compact and portable design with optical performance suited for first-time buyers. The series provides bright, clear images of the Moon and planets. It is built for dual-purpose terrestrial and celestial viewing.
Mount choice and viewing goals
Before ordering, decide whether you need an Alt-Azimuth or German Equatorial mount. The Alt-Az version includes a pan handle with a built-in clutch for smooth motion and easy targeting. The Equatorial mount features a built-in setting circle to help locate stars, nebulae, and planets. Consider if your primary interest is land viewing, deep-sky objects, or planetary detail.
Upgrading from basic optics
This telescope replaces handheld binoculars or toy optics for serious sky watching. The jump is worth it when you want resolved views of Jupiter's moons and Saturn's rings. Larger aperture Newtonian reflectors in the same series gather more light for galaxies and nebulae. It is not for buyers who want a dedicated astrophotography platform or automated GoTo tracking.
Highlights
- Ready for first-time astronomers
- Compact and portable design for easy transport
- Az pan handle with clutch enables smooth targeting
- German Equatorial mount option suits deep-sky viewing
- Correct-image optics serve both land and sky observation
Specifications
| Brand | CELESTRON |
|---|---|
| Model | 21064 |
| Type | Telescopes |
| Color | Multi |
Questions about this item
What comes in the box with the Celestron 21064 AstroMaster and what must I buy separately?
The Celestron 21064 AstroMaster telescope ships as a complete optical tube on its mount. Eyepieces, finderscope and tripod are included in the standard AstroMaster package.
Which AstroMaster version should I choose for both land and sky viewing?
The 21064 model is built for dual-purpose terrestrial and celestial observation, delivering correct-image views of nature and bright, clear images of the Moon, planets and brighter deep-sky objects.
What does the 21064 model number tell me about real-world performance?
The 21064 identifies this AstroMaster as a portable, entry-level telescope capable of showing Jupiter's moons and Saturn's rings, with larger Newtonian reflectors in the series recommended for fainter galaxies and nebulae.
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