Choosing and Buying a Telescope

Help choosing and buying a telescope for amateur astronomy. Compare types, understand the tradeoffs between price and quality, and share personal experiences with various telescopes.

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How telescopes work Sky and Telescope's guide to choosing a telescope Telescope facts from Hansen Planetarium Clear Skies guide to choosing and buying a telescope

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Choosing and buying a telescope is a daunting task. A mass-manufactured telescope from a department store is usually a waste of money, no matter how much you spend.

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Since choosing and buying a telescope is an entire subject of its own, see the Buying a Telescope Page. Good luck and clear skies! Return to NSA Home Page

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