Best Telescopes · Celestron · Updated June 2026
Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ: specs and price (2026)
Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ has a US price of $499.95 (Standard retail price per Astronomics). Below is its full, sourced spec sheet — every value links to the source and the date we captured it.
Specifications
| Price (US) | $499.95 Standard retail price per Astronomics |
|---|---|
| Brand | Celestron |
| Released | — |
| type | reflector |
| aperture mm | 130 |
| focal length mm | 650 |
| focal ratio | f/5 |
| mount type | alt_az |
| highest useful magnification | 307 |
| weight lb | 18 |
| release year | — |
Source: astronomics.com (verified 2026-06-19) · corroborated by space.com. Re-verified on Astronomics: aperture 130 mm, focal length 650 mm, f/5, manual alt-azimuth mount, 18 lb total kit weight, 307x highest useful magnification, price $499.95 (SKU 22461). Space.com review corroborates specs.
Frequently asked questions
How much does the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ cost?
The Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ has a US price of $499.95 (Standard retail price per Astronomics), as of 2026-06-19.
What are the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ's key specs?
Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ (Celestron): type reflector, aperture mm 130, focal length mm 650, focal ratio f/5, mount type alt_az. Full sourced spec sheet verified 2026-06-19.
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