Celestron Telescope N 130/650 AZ GoTo Astro Fi 130

Celestron Telescope N 130/650 AZ GoTo Astro Fi 130 is a smart entry-level reflector with serious capabilities. Thanks to its 130 mm aperture, it captures 30% more light than a 114 mm telescope, putting not only the moon and planets but also the first nebulae and star clusters within reach. With a focal length of 650 mm and a brightness of f/5, the mirror delivers bright, high-contrast images at both low and medium magnifications.

The telescope is equipped with Celestron's SkyAlign technology: simply point it at three bright objects (without needing to know which ones) and the computer automatically determines your position. Then the GoTo control points you the way to more than 120,000 objects in the database.

A big plus is the WiFi connection. You control the telescope directly with your smartphone or tablet via the free SkyPortal app. This app functions not only as a remote control, but also as a planetarium with background information, images and even audio guides.

The compact, single-arm azimuth mount is stable and lightweight, making the set easy to transport and quick to set up. The convenient handle allows you to click the tube loose from the mount and store it safely.

Application
The Celestron Telescope N 130/650 AZ GoTo Astro Fi 130 is ideal for beginners who want to explore the sky without the hassle.

• Moon: sharp craters and shadows.
• Planets: rings of Saturn, cloud bands on Jupiter and the phase of Venus.
• Deep-sky: bright nebulae such as Orion, open clusters such as the Pleiades and the Andromeda Nebula under dark skies.

Keep in mind that astrophotography with this model is limited to snapshots of the moon and planets via a smartphone adapter. Deep-sky photography requires an equatorial mount.

Specifications

• Optical system: Newton reflector
• Opening: 130 mm
• Focal length: 650 mm
• f/5 luminous intensity
• Resolution: 0.88″
• Boundary magnitude: 12.4 mag
• Max. useful magnification: 260x
• Construction: aluminum tube, 533 mm long
• Coating: aluminum oxide with quartz coating
• Focuser: 1.25″ rack & pinion
• Mounting: azimuthal, GoTo, WiFi controlled
• Database: >120,000 objects
• GoTo tracking: sidereal, sun, moon
• Software: Celestron SkyPortal app (iOS/Android).
• Viewfinder: red dot finder
• Included eyepieces: 25 mm and 10 mm (1.25″)
• Power supply: 8x AA batteries (not included)
• Total weight: 5.9 kg