Celestron · Updated June 2026
Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ: price & specs
Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ. Every price and spec below is linked to its source and dated — no guesses.
Source: astronomics.com verified ✓ corroborated verify in ledger
The Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ is listed at $499.95 on astronomics.com as of 2026-06-27, #6 cheapest of 10 telescopes (median $430); other retailers may be lower. It earns a Silver Deskmark — 49/100 pay-blind standing, #5 of 11 in class.
Verified Jun 27, 2026 · figures linked to their source in the table below
Is the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ a good buy?
At $500, the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ is #6 cheapest of the 10 telescopes we track, where the median is $440. On the spec sheet, its focal length of 650 mm is below the median of the 12, its highest useful magnification of 307 is above the median of the 12, and its weight of 18 lb is below the median of the 11.
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 |
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.
Is the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ worth it vs cheaper telescopes?
Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ against its closest cheaper and pricier telescopes on the specs that matter — every value sourced. See all 10 ranked
| Product | Price | Type | Aperture (mm) | Focal length (mm) | Focal ratio | Mount type |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ this | $499.95 | reflector | 130 | 650 | f/5 | alt_az |
| Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ | $359.95 | reflector | 130 | 650 | f/5 | equatorial |
| Sky-Watcher Classic 200P (8") Dobsonian | $639.95 | dobsonian | 203 | 1200 | f/5.9 | alt_az |
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.
How does the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ compare on price?
At $500, the Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ is #6 cheapest of the 10 telescopes we track, where the median is $440.
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.
Price of record: $499.95 at astronomics.com, 2026-06-27. Other retailers may be lower — check the current price:
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