Celestron FirstScope 76/300 Dobson

Small size, big fun

The Celestron FirstScope 76/300 Dobson is an easy-to-use entry-level telescope that makes stargazing easy and fun. With a mirror aperture of 76 mm and a focal length of 300 mm (f/3.9) This Newton reflector delivers surprisingly clear images of the moon, planets and the brightest deep-sky objects. The compact Dobson mount makes it ideal for beginners and families who want to observe without complicated assembly or alignment, just set it down, point it and watch.

Easy to use, ideal for young and old

The FirstScope stands on a robust table top hobson base, which lets you move the tube smoothly horizontally and vertically. Point it intuitively at the moon or a star and focus with the 1.25″ rack & pinion focuser. Its lightweight design (about 2 kg) makes it effortless to move and perfect for balcony, garden or camping.

The 76 mm mirror collects over 100× more light than the naked eye, so you can soon see the craters of the moon, the rings of Saturn, the moons of Jupiter and bright nebulae such as Orion (M42) can explore.

Ready to use immediately

Celestron supplies the FirstScope complete with two eyepieces (20 mm and 4 mm) for different magnifications. The 20 mm eyepiece provides a wide field of view for exploring the moon and star fields, while the 4 mm eyepiece is suitable for higher magnifications on bright objects. The telescope is fully pre-assembled and ready to use within one minute, no tools required.

With its compact size and eye-catching design, the FirstScope fits even as a decorative object on a desk or bookshelf, a telescope that is not only functional but also inspiring.

What you can see with it

• Moon: craters, mountains and lunar seas in sharp detail
• Planets: rings of Saturn, moons of Jupiter, Mars at favorable opposition
• Deep-sky: Orion Nebula (M42), Pleiades (M45), Andromeda Nebula (M31)
• Earth Observation: not recommended (image is upside down, typical of astronomical telescopes)

Specifications

Optical system: Newton reflector
Opening: 76 mm
Focal length: 300 mm
Ratio: f/3,9
Maximum useful magnification: 150×
Focuser: 1.25″ rack & pinion
Mounting: Dobson (tabletop)
Seeker: not applicable (address directly)
Eyepieces: 20 mm and 4 mm (1.25″)
Overall height: approx. 40 cm
Total weight: ±2 kg

What we recommend

The Celestron FirstScope 76/300 Dobson is ideal for beginners, children and casual observers who want to explore the moon, planets and brightest deep-sky objects without a technical barrier. An excellent gift or first telescope for those who want to explore the night sky with an approachable, reliable scope.