Ideal for near and deep-sky observation, the Celestron's AstroMaster 114EQ 114mm f/8.8 Reflector Telescope provides bright, clear images of the moon, planets, star clusters, and more for great nighttime viewing. The scope is outfitted with a 1.25 rack-and-pinion focuser and two eyepieces to get new users started, and an unmagnified red-dot finder to help set up, align, and navigate easier.

The included manual equatorial mount features slow-motion control cables that make it easy to track objects, even when wearing gloves, while also minimizing vibrations caused by handling the mount with your hands—as well as clearly visible indicators on the Right Ascension and Declination axes. An adjustable-height aluminum tripod rounds out the rig with a tray for accessories such as eyepieces, filters, and lights.

1000mm Focal Length, f/9 Focal Ratio    CG-2 Manual German Equatorial Mount    ISO-Certified Safe Solar Filter    American-Made Solar Safe Film

• 114mm aperture
• f/8.8 focal ratio
• 1000mm focal length
• Highly reflective aluminum-coated mirrors improve light transmission, color rendition, and contrast
• Resolution: 1.22 arcsec, Rayleigh; 1.02 arc sec, Dawes
• Secondary mirror obstruction: 31% by diameter, 10% by area
• 1.25" rack-and-pinion focuser

CG-2 Mount:

• Manual German equatorial
• Dual slow-motion control cables enable fine adjustments with reduced vibrations
• Altitude adjustment screws lock setting
• Etched Right Ascension and Declination scales
• Removable counterweight bar
• Two 2.6 lb counterweights properly balance OTA and accessories for smooth movement
• Dovetail plate enables fast assembly and break-down

Tripod:

• Adjustable height
• 1.25" diameter stainless steel legs
• Tray to hold eyepieces, lights, and accessories
• Spiked feet add stability on uneven/soft ground

Eyepieces:

• 1.25" diameter barrel
• Accepts most 1.25" astronomical filters
• 10mm focal length produces 100x
• 20mm focal length produces 50x

SkyPointer Finder:

• Unmagnified to make finding objects easier and star-hopping navigation faster
• Illuminated red center aiming dot is easy to see without affecting night-adjusted vision

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. What kind of a tripod do you use?

A: A suitable tripod is included.

Q: 2. Will the Celestron Collimation Eyepiece (1.25) allow the realignment of this telescope's mirror?

A: Yes, the collimation eyepiece will assist in collimating the Cometron's primary mirror.

Q: 3. how do you put the telescope together?

A: Here is a link to the Instruction Manual on how to put the scope together. Click on Support at the bottom of the webpage, and you can pull up a PDF File of the Manual. Link: a href= http://www.celestron.com/browse-shop/astronomy/telescopes/cometron-114az target= _blank http://www.celestron.com/browse-shop/astronomy/telescopes/cometron-114az/a

Q: 4. I have a nikon D750, what accessories would i need to connect this to my camera?

A: You need a T-connector mount and a Nikon compatible T-connector ring. I bought both through B&H. The camera needs to be put in Manual mode. The Newtonian reflector needs a focusing Lens of some type. This can be accomplished using the 10mm lens inserted into the T-connector. Some fellow put detailed step by step instructions on the Amazon website how to do this. I suggest that you Google the phrase Celestron Astromaster 130mm EQ will not focus with Nikon camera and you should get to this procedure. I followed it and it works.

Q: 5. Hello, I just bought this telescope, and I would like to use it with my Nikon D800. What accessories do I need?

A: Hello Gregor, You will need a 1.25" Universal Barlow and T-Adapter item #: 93640 and a T-Ring for Nikon Camera, item #: 93402. Sincerely, Garrett at Celestron

Q: 6. I have a Canon Rebel T3i what would I need to buy to make it compatible with this telescope?

A: All you will need is 2 Adapters. The first is the Celestron SLR (35mm OR Digital) Camera Adapter for All Refractor and Reflector Telescopes which Accept 1.25" Eyepieces - Requires Camera-Specific T-Mount Adapter. Then the Vello T-Mount Lens to Canon EF/EF-S-Mount Camera Lens Adapter. Link to Adapter 1: https://bhpho.to/3or5zHH Link to Adapter 2: https://bhpho.to/39h8nAK

Q: 7. Can a Nikon Z-mount camera be attached to the Celestron NexStar 130 SLT?

A: To connect a Nikon Z series camera to the Celestron NexStar 130SLT 130mm f/5 Reflector Telescope you would need these 2 parts: https://bit.ly/4aUAgxJ and a T-mount adapter such as this: https://bit.ly/48qhxsd.

Q: 8. Does this have a smart phone attachment

A: Mine did not come with a smartphone attachment.

Q: 9. What adapter would I need to get for a Sony A7riii (full frame)?

A: You will need the following adapters: T-Minus Ring for Sony E Mount (NEX/A7/A9/QX/VG Series) and a Celestron Universal Barlow and T-Adapter: https://www.celestron.com/products/universal-barlow-and-t-adapter-125in

Q: 10. Can you use a dslr camera with the celestron astromaster 130eq ?

A: I'd add that Celestron only has T-Rings for Canon EOS and Nikon cameras. Bummer for me, since I have neither. On their web site Celestron recommends using the Universal Barlow & T-Adapter (#93649) with most Newtonians. I got the Barlow as part of their Accessory Kit, and have enjoyed it (without being able to attach my DSLR camera).FWIW I have the 114EQ and there is a bolt for mounting a camera on one of my tube rings.