National Geographic CF700SM 70mm Refractor Telescope

National Geographic CF700SM 70mm Refractor TelescopeThe National Geographic CF700SM gives beginners a 70mm refractor with slow motion fine controls on both axes smooth, cable driven tracking that holds targets steady at higher magnifications where cheaper alt az mounts shake and drift. Features Alt azimuth mount with slow motion controls cable driven fine adjustment on both altitude and azimuth axes for precise, vibration free tracking 70mm achromatic refractor sharp, high contrast views of the Moons

The National Geographic CF700SM gives beginners a 70mm refractor with slow-motion fine controls on both axes — smooth, cable-driven tracking that holds targets steady at higher magnifications where cheaper alt-az mounts shake and drift.

Features

• Alt-azimuth mount with slow-motion controls — cable-driven fine adjustment on both altitude and azimuth axes for precise, vibration-free tracking
• 70mm achromatic refractor — sharp, high-contrast views of the Moon’s craters, Saturn’s rings, Jupiter’s moons, and bright star clusters
• 700mm f/10 focal length — a slow focal ratio that excels at planetary and lunar detail with minimal chromatic aberration
• Two Plossl eyepieces (26mm and 9.7mm) plus 2x Barlow lens — four magnification levels from 27x wide-field to 144x planetary close-ups
• Red dot viewfinder — project a targeting dot onto the sky for fast object location
• Smartphone adapter — snap photos of the Moon and planets directly through the eyepiece
• Full-size adjustable tripod with accessory tray — stable platform with convenient storage
• Astronomy software and star map download — plan sessions and identify targets before you step outside

Ideal For

• First-time telescope owners who want precise tracking without the complexity of an equatorial mount
• Parents and families looking for a shared backyard activity with real astronomical capability
• Lunar and planetary observers — the f/10 focal ratio and slow-motion controls deliver crisp, steady views of the Moon and planets
• Budget-conscious beginners who want quality optics and a proper mount without overspending