National Geographic 76/700 Reflector Telescope

Bright start for lunar and planetary observation
The National Geographic 76/700 Reflector Telescope is a classic Newton reflector that lets you see the Moon, Saturn and Jupiter in surprising detail. The 76 mm mirror captures enough light to show countless lunar craters, Saturn's rings and even Jupiter's largest moons. Bright deep-sky objects such as the Orion Nebula and the Pleiades also appear subtly in focus exactly what you should expect from an entry-level reflector with this aperture.

Sharp images due to long focal length
The 700 mm focal length and f/9.2 optical system deliver calm, high-contrast images. Thanks to the Newton design, you won't suffer from color aberrations like those found in cheap lens telescopes. As a result, you get clean, true-to-life views of planets and the Moon, even at medium magnifications. The rack-and-pinion focuser provides enough precision to focus effortlessly.

Easy to use and delivered complete
The lightweight azimuth mount (AZ-1) works intuitively similar to a photo tripod so you can move the telescope smoothly. The aluminum tripod is stable and easy to move, ideal for use in the garden or in a dark outdoor location. Thanks to the complete delivery with three eyepieces, a 3× Barlow lens, a 5×24 viewfinder and a moon filter, you can get started right away without additional accessories.

What we recommend

With the National Geographic 76/700 Reflector Telescope, you see:

• Detailed craters and mountain ranges on the Moon
• The rings of Saturn
• Jupiter's largest moons and cloud bands
• Bright star clusters such as the Pleiades

This telescope is intended for beginners who want to explore the Moon and planets with an optically clean image. For faint deep-sky objects or astrophotography, the aperture is limited, but as a first Newton scope, this is a reliable and instructive choice.

Specifications

Optics
Type: Newton reflector
Opening: 76 mm
Focal length: 700 mm
f/ratio: f/9.2
Resolution: 1.51″
Boundary magnitude: 11.2 mag
Light output: 120× relative to the naked eye
Max. useful magnification: 152×
Tube: Closed tube

Focuser
Rack-and-pinion, 1.25″ mount

Mount
Azimuthal mount (AZ-1)
Aluminum Tripod

Included
Eyepieces: 20 mm, 12.5 mm and 4 mm (1.25″)
3× Barlow lens
5×24 viewfinder
Moon Filter
Dust caps

General
Weight (incl. tripod): 5.2 kg
Suitable for: Moon and planets
Not recommended for deep-sky objects
Recommended for: beginners