Telescope Mount Tripod

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July 9th, 2009 admin

Telescope Mount Tripod

which telescope is better for a 10 year old?

I just bought 2 telescopes from my son from toys r us. i didn't want to spend too much money on something i wasn't sure he would like. I bought two because i didn't know which would be better. I don't know the difference and i need ur help. one must be returned..

Edu Science Astro-Gazer-70 Telescope 188x power
54" Aluminum tripod w/ Quick-Release Mount;6x 25mm Finderscop w/crosshairs; soft rubber eyecups; 19mm x 20mm 1.25" Diameter Eyepieces; 2 Barlow lens; Cybersky CD-Rom & "Getting the Most From Your New Telescope" DVD; Star Chart; Fully Illustrated Instruction Manual; Padded Carry Case

2nd one..
The refractor telescope features a precision optical glass lens with a maximum magnification of 288x when using the lenses, a diameter of 50mm and a focal length of 600mm. The convenient carry case protects all the pieces including a 1x erecting eyepiece, 4.3x Barlow lens, diagonal viewer, 2 interchangeable eyepieces (9mm and 18mm), 6x 25mm

Considering that both of these are toys, the first one sounds like it might be better, especially if the "70" indicates a 70mm objective. The star chart and other extras that come with it are also a nice touch. The power ratings are meaningless, as neither scope will be usable at the maximum power stated.

It's possible that neither of these scopes provides a clear enough image to be worth using; if possible, try them out first. If your son gets serious about astronomy, or if you can spend a little more, consider getting a real telescope from Orion (http://www.telescope.com/ ) or other telescope store.