Motor definitely, makes life a lot easier ... no more fumbling with the control knobs trying to keep your objects centered. Whoever claims the motor does not work has not tried hard enough. For what it costs that motor works very well.

Celestron130EQ Newtonian Astromaster Telescope, Black

Celestron130EQ Newtonian Astromaster Telescope, Black

Q: What size optics do I need to see Mars in detail? I'd appreciate a product link on amazon

2017 so answering for mostly others. To see any detail on Mars or Saturn and Jupiter you are going to need at least 6 to 8 inch dia and around 1000 to 2000 focal length so C 8 sct or better is your best bet. That's going to run you about $1000 but you will be using a barlow lens eyepiece holder to double or even triple the magnification ($100). At those magnifications you are going to need a decent rocksolid tripod and mount. ($800-$1500) The mount will track the planet. Otherwise the planet will be out of your field of view in 15 seconds. The mount IS more important than the telescope. After you have done all this, when you look down the telescope you are going to be disappointed because you are going to see a blurry fuzzy dot but the good news is that in the last 20 years we now have cheap ($150) cameras that we can attach to the telescope and by capturing video and using a standard PC to process the video you can get that picture of Mars that you want. Oh btw don't try to use a DSLR. So anyway that all adds up to close to $3000 and it's very easy to spend another $1000 on accessories and extra eyepieces and adaptors so you will also be able to see nebula and other cool things. I recommend you spend an hour a day for at least a week on the internet before you buy anything so that you will have realistic expectations. Oh and looking at stars is boring in my opinion. Telescopes make dim stars visible but you are still looking at a bright dot. Oh and the $299 telescope in this listing is good value if you just want to look at the moon.

Q: is this sturdy enough for a canon rebel xs to sit on or any dslr for that matter?

I mount my Canon EOS 77D just fine. You do have to adjust the offset weights to re-balance it, but I've not had any problems so far.

Q: Can this be left undercover outside?

No. The tripod collapses pretty easily, though, and the scope comes off without any issues.

4.3/5

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Brand
Celestron
Model name
Telescope
Optical tube length
610
Eye piece lens description
Barlow
Objective lens diameter
1.3E+2

🌌Coated glass optics

🔭130mm aperture

🗺️Equatorial mount

Frequently Bought Together

Celestron - AstroMaster 130EQ Newtonian Telescope - Reflector Telescope for Beginners - Fully-Coated Glass Optics - Adjustable-Height Tripod - Bonus Astronomy Software Package

Celestron – Smartphone Photography Adapter for Telescope – Digiscoping Smartphone Adapter – Capture Photos and Video Through Your Telescope or Spotting Scope Eyepiece

Celestron 8 Piece Telescope Accessory Kit – Eyepieces, 2X Barlow Lens, Colored Filters, Moon Filter and Sturdy Carry Case

Description

🌠 Reach for the Stars with Celestron!

STURDY STYLISH - Set up anywhere with a full-height steel tripod that combines durability with sleek design.
SMOOTH NAVIGATION - Navigate the night sky effortlessly with an equatorial mount designed for precision control.
EXPLORE THE COSMOS - Unleash your inner astronomer with a 130mm aperture for stunning celestial views.
READY FOR ADVENTURE - Includes a deluxe accessory tray to keep your essentials organized while you stargaze.
CRYSTAL CLEAR VISION - Experience the universe like never before with all-coated glass optics for sharp, vibrant images.

The Celestron 130EQ Newtonian Astromaster Telescope is a versatile instrument perfect for both terrestrial and astronomical observations. Featuring a 130mm aperture and all-coated glass optics, it delivers clear and crisp images. The equatorial mount ensures smooth and accurate tracking of celestial objects, while the adjustable steel tripod provides stability and convenience for all your stargazing adventures.

Specifications

Item Weight	17 Pounds
Item Dimensions D x W x H	38"D x 38"W x 56"H
Optical-Tube Length	552 Millimeters
Exit Pupil Diameter	1.44 Millimeters
Objective Lens Diameter	1.3E+2 Millimeters
Finderscope	Built-on StarPointer™ red dot finderscope
Focal Length Description	650 millimeters
Compatible Devices	iPhone, iPad, Android devices
Eye Piece Lens Description	Standard 10mm eyepiece
Dawes Limit	0.89 arc sec
Mount	CG-3 Equatorial
Zoom Ratio	90 multiplier x
Coating	Glass mirrors coated with aluminum and SiO₂
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Power Source	Not Battery Powered
Field Of View	0.67 Degrees
Number of Batteries	1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included)

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