Reviews & Ratings for Celestron PowerSeeker 127EQ Newtonian Telescope 21049 — 23 reviews — Page 1

I purchased this scope to take camping and wasn't really expecting much but the scope is working well after some very frustrating collimation issues. The scope came way out of adjustment which is typical and expected because of shipping but I had to completely disassemble it so the primary could be center dotted and the corrector lens built into the focuser had to be removed in order to use a laser. This wouldn't have been an issue except the little nuts used on the inside were impossible to get to and this is why I did not rate it any higher and would definitely not recommend this scope for a beginner. Come on Celestron, you used to make some pretty good scopes!

This telescope uses a jones-bird style spherical primary mirror instead of a parabolic primary mirror which means it needs a a VERY accurate correcting lens in the focuser to correct the spherical aberration ( astigmatism). With very high priced and well made optics this could be corrected but at this price point it is simply not which results in very poor images and complete mush for everything but the center of the field. This correcting lens in the focuser also makes this scope nearly impossible to collimate (align optically) just save yourself the trouble and buy something that is made correctly with a parabolic mirror you will get much more hassle free enjoyment out of it and much better views. Sorry to write such a poor review but I hope this helps someone make a better decision than I did. For similar prices you could get a table top dobsonian that is much better made by first light explorer or many other choices. A good equatorial mount will also cost money, with telescopes by once and cry once. The OMNI XLT 150 from celestron is also a good scope but expensive because of its better quality scope and mount. Please do you own research with my review and make a better informed choice.

Great Telescope for the Northwoods! Easy to use and perfect for the wide range of skill associated with new astronomers. It seems to be portable and good for both the adults and kids. Just getting started with the exploration of the northern skies.

It's an awesome telescope for the price I bought one about 12years ago not as big and paid $300 this is the best telescope for money you can buy. It's a great telescope if your just starting out with astrology. It was very simple to assemble instructions were easy to follow . It's light weight easy to move around only 25lbs it cones with sturdy tripod and a handy tray that fits in the middle of the tripod it holds extra lenses etc., celestron telescopes are among some of the most popular and reasonably priced telescopes on the market .

After lugging around a 6" and 10" set of Newts this is a real treat and I am very pleased with the optics for the price. Used previously owned eyepieces and purchased a different finder. A good backpack scope!
Pros: Portability, access to controls, accessories available.
Cons: finderscope okay for fun, lenses marginal.

me parece una marca con una muy buena optica y variedad de productos

Excellet for starters in astronomy. Great value for the money spent.

this was the easiest,quickest way to buy a telescope.the detail in the description was detailed and assurate.The deal was great.
Pros: sight is beautiful
Cons: a bit aquired to move around.

I purchased this for my grandsons who live in San Diego. The oldest is 9 yrs old, he & I assembled it in less than 15 minutes. That evening we were looking at impressive close up views of the moon. On a clear California night you can view the rings of Saturn. A very nice piece of optics for the serious amateur astronomer
Highly recommended.
Pros: light & portable, yet still powerful
Cons: none

As a beginner I really needed a diagram of my specific telescope not diagrams of similar telescopes. More explicit directions on how to focus the scope to the lens. I had to go online to get a better understanding of how to accomplish that.
Pros: Easy assembly, clear optics, stable tripod
Cons: needs better instructions for beginners,include diagram for specific model - not similar models