If you’re just getting started with astrophotography, picking the finest telescopes might be difficult. A good telescope may help you get closer to the mysteries of space by allowing you to explore distant galaxies from your own backyard. If you enjoy seeing the night sky but want to take some pictures of it as well, determining which equipment is required for the task can be a little more challenging.

Whether you’re a novice hoping to get started in astronomy or an expert photographer wanting to upgrade your equipment, we’ve compiled a list of the best telescopes for astrophotography below.

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The PowerSeeker 70EQ is the perfect balance between quality and affordability for beginners. It’s one of our most popular telescopes for a reason – it’s easy to use, affordable, and delivers an amazing view!

If you’re looking for an inexpensive way to introduce your children or students to the world of astronomy, look no further than Celestron’s PowerSeeker series. This telescope is easy enough for kids and adults alike, and will help you see all kinds of amazing celestial objects – from planets to comets! Plus, with its low price point, anyone can afford it!

Optical Design	Refractor
Mount Type	German Equatorial
Ideal Usage	Terrestrial and astronomical use
Aperture	70 mm
Focal Length	700 mm

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If you’re new to the hobby, it’s hard to know where to start. There are so many models and brands out there that it can be overwhelming. It’s like shopping for a car – how do you know which one is best?

The PowerSeeker 70EQ is a great option if you want something powerful but easy-to-use at an affordable price. This telescope has enough aperture (70mm) and magnification (400X) to see details on the Moon and planets such as Saturn’s rings and Jupiter’s cloud bands, plus bright star clusters like the Pleiades open cluster in Taurus, bright nebulas like M42 in Orion.

Objective Lens Diameter	130 Millimeters
Telescope Mount	Equatorial Mount
Item Weight	24.25 Pounds
Product Dimensions	88.9 x 48.26 x 27.94 cm
Country of Origin	China

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Telescopes are expensive, and it can be hard to know if you’re buying the right one for your child’s needs.

We’ve done our research, and we think we’ve found the perfect telescope for children. This SSEA Telescope 525x has everything kids need in their first telescope set up – easy-to-use controls, high-quality lenses that won’t crack or scratch easily, an adjustable tripod stand that makes viewing comfortable no matter what height you are standing at (even little ones!), as well as a backpack case that holds everything together so they can take it with them on all of their adventures! Your child will love this gift because it allows them to explore space like never before!

Optical Tube Length	700 Millimeters
Objective Lens Diameter	60 Millimeters
Item Weight	‎4 kg 500 g
Product Dimensions	‎60 x 15 x 20 cm
Country of Origin	India

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The Celestron Inspire 100Az Refractor Telescope has a lot of great features that make it easy to use and very affordable for beginners. It’s also a good choice if you’ve been looking at telescopes but haven’t pulled the trigger because they can seem complicated or expensive. This one is neither!

It’s an excellent choice for anyone who wants to get started in astronomy without breaking the bank or having to spend hours reading manuals and instructions before using their new gear. It’s simple enough that my ten-year-old son was ready to go within minutes after opening it up on Christmas morning, yet powerful enough that he was able to see craters on the moon as well as Saturn’s rings – both from our backyard!

Optical Zoom	‎33 x
Magnification Maximum	241
Min Aperture	‎100 Millimeters
Item Weight	‎9 kg 70 g
Country of Origin	USA

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This Meade Infinity 50 mm (2″) Refractor Telescope Bundle comes with everything you’ll need to explore space like never before. The powerful altazimuth mount provides smooth motion in both altitude and azimuth axes, which means it’s easy to find objects in the sky and track them as they move across the night sky. With its 2″ aperture lens, this telescope can provide high-quality images of planets, galaxies, or nebulae – even on nights where seeing isn’t great! The included 20mm eyepiece gives 40x magnification so you can see more detail than ever before!

This telescope offers the perfect combination of quality and affordability. It has all the features you need to start observing planets and galaxies from anywhere in India right away!

Optical Tube Length	600 Millimeters
Objective Lens Diameter	50 Millimeters
Telescope Mount	Altazimuth Mount
Item Weight	1 kg 300 g
Product Dimensions	99.06 x 99.06 x 132.08 cm

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This telescope has an aperture of 100mm and a focal length of 400mm, which means you’ll get high-quality images with this reflector scope. It comes with two eyepieces (25mm and 10mm) so you can choose how much magnification you want in your view. There are even more accessories available if you need them!

If you’re looking for a gift idea or just something fun to do on a Saturday night, then check out the Orion SkyScanner Reflector Telescope! With its affordable price point and ease-of-use features, this telescope will quickly become one of your favorite tools for exploring the universe.

Optical Tube Length	15.7 Inches
Objective Lens Diameter	100 Millimeters
Aperture Modes	‎100-150mm
Item Weight	‎2 kg 810 g
Product Dimensions	24.13 x 24.13 x 35.56 cm

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For many of us, the night sky is a mysterious place. We look up at the stars and see thousands of points of light, but we don’t know what they are or how to find them.

This telescope will help you unlock the mysteries of our universe by making it possible for you to view hundreds of celestial objects that were previously invisible to your naked eye. The included instruction manual will guide you through using this telescope with ease so that even beginners can learn about astronomy in no time!

Telescope Mount	Altazimuth Mount
Objective Lens Diameter	76 Millimeters
Country of Origin	USA
Item Weight	3.63 Kilograms
Product Dimensions	101.6 x 116.84 x 134.62 cm

How to choose the best telescope for viewing planets and galaxies in India

What should you look for when shopping for a telescope? Is it 150x or 300x magnification? Don’t be fooled by that. A telescope is more than just simply a magnifier. It absorbs light. The design and construction of the telescope are discussed here.

I’ve highlighted the most important decision-making criteria that you must consider when choosing the best telescope for you. Let’s have a look at them to get the greatest stargazing experience possible.

The aperture

The aperture is the objective lens or mirror of a telescope. It is the large circle at the front end, and it absorbs light through refraction (mirrors work on reflection). The aperture is measured in millimeters for a reflecting telescope, but inches are used for a refracting telescope. The larger the diameter of the aperture, the more amount of light will be absorbed by it and the better resolution you get.

The magnification

Magnification refers to how much bigger an object can look when viewed through a telescope. A small value means that your view will not appear very different from your naked eye. High values mean objects will appear relatively big, but they may look fuzzy due to insufficient resolving power as mentioned later in this article. This also brings up the question of the magnification limit. Most telescopes will not provide sharp and steady images past their highest useful magnification. This is due to atmospheric turbulence that affects the incoming light rays, much like ripples on water.

Astronomical telescope manufacturers sometimes quote a range of magnifications for their products, usually in the form of power per inch (or mm) of aperture. For example, Orion Sirius 150-1500×65(150x which corresponds to 65mm or 2.5 inches).

Refractor or reflector type?

Refractor type telescope uses lenses to focus the incoming light whereas reflector type uses mirrors. Both types have their pros and cons, and I won’t dwell on them here.

The mount

A telescope is useless if it does not remain steady. Telescopes with equatorial mounts require adjustment of the right ascension and declination for tracking objects in the sky. A non-motorized mount is not suitable for astrophotography as that requires a motor to compensate for Earth’s rotation. Motorized or computerized mounts are expensive, but they’re worth every penny if you want to take long-exposure photographs of deep-sky objects.

Conclusion

Choosing the best telescope for viewing planets and galaxies is a difficult decision. Whether you want to use your device for stargazing or astrophotography, there are many things to consider when choosing between refracting telescopes or reflector types. The aperture of the lens should be considered as well as its magnification capabilities. Even though these devices can get very expensive, they will all provide you with an incredible view in some way shape, or form so it’s worth investing!

Choose either the Celestron PowerSeeker 70 or the Specialty scope if you are just a casual observer. If you’re serious and searching for a long-term investment, go for the Celestron AstroMaster 130 EQ. Keep in mind that finding planets and nebulas takes more time and work than most people think. The key to success is practice!