1 / 7Apgoza R40070 70 mm Beginner Telescope
The Apgoza R40070 is a beginner telescope listing a 70 mm objective lens, 400 mm focal length and adjustable tripod. It also claims smartphone compatibility, but its magnification and several accessory details conflict across the listing, so confirm the selected kit and figures before buying.
At a glance
- The listing specifies a 70 mm objective lens and 400 mm focal length.
- A 5x24 finderscope and tripod mount are listed.
- Smartphone compatibility is stated, and feature copy describes a phone adapter for taking photos.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The listed 70 mm objective and 5x24 finder provide specific entry-level astronomy setup details for prospective buyers.
- Smartphone compatibility may suit buyers interested in capturing telescope views, subject to the phone adapter being in the selected kit.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Brand | Apgoza |
|---|---|
| Model | R40070 |
| Objective lens diameter | 70 Millimetres |
|---|---|
| Focal length | 400mm |
| Field of view | 1.3 Degrees |
| Zoom ratio listed | 20x-200x |
| Finderscope | 5x24 |
| Optical coatings | Anti-reflective multi-coatings |
| Mount | Tripod Mount |
|---|---|
| Compatible devices | Smartphone |
| Dimensions listed | 38.5D x 11.5W x 22.5H centimetres |
|---|---|
| Weight listed | 1.6 Kilograms |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The title and details list a 70 mm objective and 400 mm focal length, but a feature paragraph instead says 50 mm and 360 mm. Magnification is also inconsistent: 20x–200x in the details, 20x, 67x, 100x and 200x in one feature, and 30x–200x in an FAQ. The listing also varies between 1.5x and 3x Barlow lenses and a 2x Barlow, so confirm the selected model's optics and accessories before purchase.
What’s in the box
- Astronomical telescopeIncluded
- TripodCheck selected pack
- Eyepieces and Barlow lensCheck selected pack
- Moon filterCheck selected pack
- Phone adapter and Bluetooth camera controllerCheck selected pack
- Carrying bagCheck selected pack
Check which accessories are included in your selected pack before buying.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Beginners or families looking for a telescope with a listed tripod mount and finder scope.
- Buyers seeking a beginner telescope that the listing says is compatible with smartphones.
Less suited to
- Buyers who need consistent, clearly specified magnification or confirmed accessory contents before ordering.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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The supplied aggregate ratings are uniformly five-star in a small sample, which is a positive but limited signal. No written customer feedback is provided, so the ratings do not explain experiences with the telescope's optics, setup or accessories. Buyers should weigh them alongside the listing's conflicting technical and kit details.
Frequently asked questions
What objective size and focal length are listed?
The details list a 70 Millimetres objective lens diameter and 400mm focal length. A feature paragraph instead states 50 mm and 360 mm, so treat the figures as inconsistent and verify them before ordering.
What magnification does it offer?
The details give a 20x-200x zoom ratio, while other listing sections give different magnification ranges or combinations. Confirm the figures and included eyepieces and Barlow lens for the selected listing.
Can it be used with a smartphone?
Smartphone is listed as a compatible device, and feature text describes a phone adapter. The explicit box contents list only the astronomical telescope, so confirm whether the adapter is included.
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