National Geographic CF700SM 70mm Refractor Telescope

The National Geographic CF700SM 70mm Refractor Telescope combines sharp optics, user-friendly controls, and a bold carbon fiber finish to deliver a complete stargazing experience for beginners and casual observers. With a generous 70mm aperture a

Explore the Night Sky with Precise Manual Controls

The National Geographic CF700SM pairs 70mm refractor optics with a 700mm focal length for beginner astronomy. Its manual mount includes slow-motion controls to help you make small adjustments while following celestial targets.

Features and Included Accessories

• 70mm aperture and 700mm focal length: Suitable for exploring the Moon and bright celestial objects.
• Two Plössl eyepieces and 2x Barlow lens: Provide several magnification options.
• Manual alt-azimuth mount: Slow-motion controls help refine your aim.
• Full-size adjustable tripod: Set a comfortable observing height.
• Red dot finder: Helps locate your chosen target.
• Smartphone adapter: Try taking photographs through the eyepiece; smartphone not included.
• Downloadable astronomy software: Helps you plan observing sessions.
• Carbon fiber-style finish: Gives the telescope its distinctive black appearance.

Begin at Low Magnification

Locate targets with the lower-power eyepiece before increasing magnification. Visible detail depends on sky conditions, location, and setup.

Never look at the Sun through this telescope or its finder.

nd 700mm focal length, this versatile refractor excels at viewing detailed lunar landscapes, planetary features like Saturn’s rings, and even bright deep sky targets such as the Orion Nebula. Equipped with two Plössl eyepieces and a 2x Barlow lens, it offers a wide magnification range of 26.9x to 144x. The full-size tripod provides a stable foundation, while the alt-azimuth mount with slow-motion controls ensures smooth tracking of celestial objects. A red dot finder and downloadable astronomy software make locating targets simple and intuitive. For those eager to capture what they see, a smartphone adapter is included for easy astrophotography. Whether observing from the backyard or a remote dark-sky site, this telescope makes exploration of the night sky both accessible and exciting.