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Achromatic refractor. Lens diameter: 70mm. Focal length: 500mm

Refractor
Optical design
2.8
Aperture – the diameter of the light-collecting lens or mirror that the telescope uses to collect light
19.7
Focal length – the distance from the primary lens or mirror to the point at which the light is focused

Product ID 86201
Brand Levenhuk, Inc., USA
Warranty lifetime
EAN 5905555028385
Package size (LxWxH) 38.2x9.4x12.2 in
Shipping Weight 13 lb
Description

The Levenhuk New Skyline BASE 70/500 AZ2 is a compact achromatic refractor telescope with a 70mm aperture and a 500mm focal length that is designed for kids and beginner stargazers. Its small size makes it a great travel companion for weekend getaways, and the colorful packaging means that it is ready to be given as a gift for any occasion.

Large-aperture optics

The 70mm objective lens gathers plenty of light, delivering bright and sharp views. Fully multi-coated optics ensure high light transmission. Through this telescope, you can explore lunar craters, the polar ice caps on Mars, the phases of Venus, Saturn’s rings, and Jupiter. Planets at the edge of the Solar System will appear as points of light, visible only under perfect conditions.
The kit includes two eyepieces with focal lengths of 10mm (50x) and 25mm (20x), which provide high-quality views at low and high magnifications. A 2x Barlow lens lets you double the magnification of either eyepiece. The diagonal mirror makes terrestrial viewing more comfortable, delivering an upright but mirror-reversed image. A 6x24 optical finderscope helps you locate stars and planets quickly.

Lightweight alt-azimuth mount

The telescope is mounted on an AZ2 mount. It’s one of the simplest systems to use and requires no special knowledge. The adjustable tripod legs can be set to match the observer’s height.

Additional features

The telescope features a standard T-thread. This is a nice bonus if you want to try astrophotography. With an optional adapter ring, you can attach a DSLR camera and start capturing shots of the Moon, planets, or landscapes through the telescope.

Key features:

  • Designed for kids and beginners who are just getting into astronomy
  • Compact size for easy transport and field use
  • High‑aperture 70mm objective with multi-coated optics for great views of the Moon and inner planets
  • Simple, user-friendly AZ2 alt-azimuth mount
  • Standard T-thread for attaching a DSLR camera
  • Complete accessory set and colorful packaging make this an ideal gift

The kit includes:

  • Telescope optical tube
  • SUPER eyepiece 10mm, 1.25"
  • SUPER eyepiece 25mm, 1.25"
  • 90° diagonal mirror, 1.25”
  • 2x Barlow lens, 1.25"
  • 6x24 optical finderscope
  • Alt-azimuth mount (AZ2)
  • Aluminum tripod
  • Accessory tray
  • User manual and warranty slip
Specifications
Product ID 86201
Brand Levenhuk, Inc., USA
Warranty lifetime
EAN 5905555028385
Package size (LxWxH) 38.2x9.4x12.2 in
Shipping Weight 13 lb
Optical design refractor
Optical scheme achromat
Optics coating fully multi-coated
Objective lens diameter (aperture), in 2.8
Focal length, in 19.7
Highest practical power, x 140
Aperture ratio f/7.1
Resolution threshold, arcseconds 1.5
Limiting stellar magnitude 11.9
Eyepieces SUPER 10mm (50x), SUPER 25mm (20x)
Eyepiece barrel diameter, in 1.25
Barlow lens 2x
Finderscope optical, 6x24
Tripod aluminum
Tripod height (adjustable), in 27.6–51.6
Accessory tray
Telescope control manual
Mount alt-azimuth, AZ2
Additional standard T-thread (M42) for mounting a SLR camera
Optical tube material aluminum
Optical tube dimensions, in 70x480
Optical tube weight, lbs 3.1
User level for children, beginners
Assembly and installation difficulty level easy
Observed object planets of the Solar System, terrestrial objects
Extended kit
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