Telescope for Astronomy, DMOPRDNB 70/300mm Professional
Telescope for Astronomy, DMOPRDNB 70/300mm Professional Astronomy Refractor Telescopes with Adjustable Tripod & Finder Scope for Kids Beginners Adul
IF YOU WANT TO FIND A BEST TELESCOPE FOR YOUR KIDS FOR XMAS OR BIRTHDAY, HERE IS YOUR CHOICE!
| Dimensions: | 20 x 20 x 30 centimetres |
| Brand: | DMOPRDNB |
| Model: | nd058 |
| Part: | TB01156BL |
| Colour: | Blue |
| Dimensions: | 20 x 20 x 30 centimetres |
My little boy is almost 5 years old and was thrilled with this children’s telescope set.
It was fairly easy to set up and we set it up together, the instructions were easy enough to follow. We set it up in his bedroom so he can use it to look out the window.
I think this is a great starting telescope for anyone just starting out. It is aimed at children and provides as a great tool for them when learning about the sky.
The magnification is food and I was impressed with how much I could see seeing as its only really a children’s toy.
Having never owned or used a telescope before, I found this a good starting point with too high a price range. Works well with a clear view and easy to set up. Perfect for kids or even adults as a basic set up.
Works fine and good quality overall.
Currently priced at 29.99 at time of review.
This review is for the Telescope for Astronomy, DMOPRDNB 70/300mm Professional Astronomy Refractor Telescope.
This arrives in a nice colourful box and all contents are securely packed.
I believe this is a reasonable price considering the contents.
The telescope fixes to a tripod and enables this to be placed on the floor near a window or on a table.
Ideally this is for children.as I would say the telescope is not of a powerful focus.
But this will enable children to learn of the stars and planets
Very easy to assemble.and dissemble for storagelightweight
Overallvery well made.securely packed.great for educational purposes
Good fun for the kids and a nice little toy for star gazing.
My kids have been glued to this thing every night for the past week or so and they have started reading books on astronomy as a result of having it, which is just wonderful for me to see.
The telescope itself is very much a kids toy and not really for anyone serious about looking at the stars, but it does give a good starting point for anyone with young ones who have a passing interest in the cosmos.
Made predominantly of plastic it does feel a bit on the cheap side, but that’s in keeping with he price point. Several different lenses are included and set-up is a piece of cake. The tripod us very useful and feels sturdy.
For me this would be the first time using a telescope and I can say I am not incredibly impressed and from my experience it does a similar job to an old-fashioned pair of binoculars however as this is more targeted at kids and novices I can confirm that it had a big impact on my little one as he was incredibly excited to have it assembled together but also to use it, so it was a great father and son bonding moment.
The image it’s pretty clear during the day and I was able to visualize clear images from long distances however during the night I couldn’t see much and it is easy to lose track of an object you are trying to focus on and I would manage to get a focus on something and it did require quite a bit of concentration to be able to get a clear image, both from manoeuvring it but also from standing still.
I like the tripod a lot, it was sturdy and with good height adjustment creating a stable base for the telescope which was needed as I had to move left and right a lot in order to find my bearings and try and focus on something.
I could not see a use for the finder scope as I could not manage to see anything through it.
The tripod can also be used I believe for cameras or other devices which need a stable base.
Overall it was a good experience for both me and my son and even if at sometimes we grew frustrated about not being able to see any aliens on the stars far away, it gave us the opportunity to try new things together and create memories which are simply unevaluable.
This is a telescope that has been produced with children in mind as the primary user.
It comes in a colourfully printed retail carton with photographic images of the contents.
Inside the box there are three more, snug fitting boxes, one with the telescope and a targeting spotter scope inside. one with a white coloured tripod and a small box with two different lenses and a cell phone, camera mount inside.
The instructions are an A4 page with full colour printing showing how to assemble and use the scope.
Assembly took only a few moments and was not too taxing!
The telescope has a pink body on it, I believe blue is also available!
First impressions are very good, the tripod is as good as you would hope to get if you spent as much as this whole set on just the tripod, it has a universal fitting so could easily, also be used for photography.
The images on the spotter scope are reversed, which isn’t an issue if you are looking to the heavens but might be if you are spying on your neighbours!
The telescope itself is a pleasant surprise, it is a lot better than the price or the fact it is aimed at children might imply!
It is easy to focus using the thumb wheels and a good clear image is the reward in the viewfinder.
The universal mobile phone mount included is a little clunky to fit and set up but you could be rewarded with some superb images if you go to the effort.
I would happily recommend this item if you have a child that has shown an interest in the sky at night, the cost is reasonable enough for it not to be a reason not to indulge them.
Happy to help!
This telescope seems overly complicated to set up; there’s so many parts to fit together, and the instructions are not very clear. That said, once done, it’s fairly straight-forward to dismantle and repeat.
The quality is generally pretty good, reasonable for what you’d expect for 30. However, there were marks and some debris within the view-finder on mine; not sure how or why, but those needed to be cleaned up before using this.
The zoom/magnification was respectable. Again, this is a beginner budget telescope so it’s not going to be amazing, but it’s better than what I was expecting. There is a definite zoom/magnification.
Overall, this is a greater starter telescope for budding astronomers.
Oh, and it’s pink! The product description and photos didn’t indicate what colour you’d get, possibly just pot luck, but ours was pink which wasn’t our first choice.
I’ve never used a telescope before and there aren’t many parts to assemble but it did seem overly complicated to put it together and learn how to use it. The instructions weren’t clear to me and I was left trying to match the pieces to the picture on the box the telescope came in (the pictures in the instruction leaflet didn’t match what I had). There is a Finder Scope fixed on the side of the telescope, which I found a bit cramped to use as unfortunately the scope is fixed and not able to be moved. The telescope comes with some lenses that are helpfully marked so you can tell which one to use (eg ‘Moon’), and it’s easy to refocus smoothly using knob on the side. It seems to be reasonably good quality for the price but the assembly and usage instructions let it down. It all folds down so it’s easy to put away when not in use.
For the price and what can give it’s pretty impressive!it’s sturdy and reliable on how is been made and perfect for beginners to explore the sky!
The lens are great you can see clear and provides eye protection too!
The tripod it’s adjustable and easy to accommodate to it!
Great value of money and happy to recommend for the price and quality it’s a great deal for sure !
It is probably just me, but I found this more complex to put together than the manufacturer’s instructions might have it! But then, I have never even used a telescope so I am not familiar with any of the components or how to use one correctly. Some of the instructions are written in fairly small print – or perhaps that is just my age 😉 – but the print itself is bold and, with regards to the actual assembly of the telescope, there is a coloured illustration per step, which helped. What did not help is that one component was referred to as the ‘stargazer’ on one page and the ‘star finder’ on the next! For the technically-minded, the instructions also list the system details, e.g. ‘zenith mirror = 0.965 inch’ which means absolutely nothing to me, but which might be key for someone else 😉
Whilst I realise that this is a toy, when helping children to use the telescope adults will need to be aware not to over-tighten the wing nuts and various locking mechanisms. The tripod is quite lightweight but is fully height-adjustable.
Once assembled, I first tested the telescope by focussing on a subject through the window about 400 yards away – the image through the eyepiece was clear and perfectly adequate, especially for children’s viewing. I even handheld my mobile phone and took a photograph of the view via the eyepiece, which once again was acceptable. There is a dedicated mobile phone holder section which I have not yet attached, but which should achieve an even better image.
Thus far, there have not been any clear skies in my area to view the moon but when there is, there is another filter supplied which will need to be added to the standard filter for viewing across this greater distance. That will be very exciting!
For a child or a novice adult astronomer, this is a great ‘toy’ with which to see the skies above and may even encourage further interest in the hobby of stargazing/astronomy.
First, let’s start with the positives about this little telescope. It is very easy to put together, no need to refer to the instructions. The tripod is nicely made and would be useful also as a camera mount. It is essentially a camera tripod and works in the same way. And the image quality, given the price point is not bad at all.
On the downside. The construction of the telescope is not that robust. It does feel like an aluminium tube with a lens attached, which of course, is exactly what it is. The focus knobs are quite stiff which makes fine focusing not that easy. And the focus tube is covered in silicon grease which means when you touch it to keep the telescope steady whilst focusing you get it all over your hands. You are not supposed to touch it of course but you do find yourself automatically doing so in any case.
The spotter scope which attaches to the side of the telescope has not been of much use. It reverses the image which when looking at land-based objects is a problem, not so much when looking at the moon and stars but I also found that it was not even close to lining up with the image through the telescope. Rendering it is pretty much a cosmetic rather than a useful addition.
In terms of looking at the night sky, it is acceptable. You definitely won’t be seeing anything like the images shown in the listing but as a way of getting your kids interested in astronomy, it does the job. Although I think you will want to upgrade very quickly!
The instructions could do with a rewrite, preferably by someone who speaks English as their first language. Also, the scope shown in the instructions is different to the one sold. Especially the eyepiece.
So, all in all, given the price point it is not bad. But you have to keep your expectations low. This is not a professional-quality telescope.
Pros:
I’m excited about this telescope as it’s an excellent choice for cultivating a shared interest in astronomy among my son and daughters. Its user-friendly features cater to their varying ages, making it an inclusive instrument for the whole family.
The telescope’s design, adorned with the lovely pastel blue and white colours, creates a visually inviting and engaging experience for my children. I appreciate that it appeals to all of them, ensuring everyone can join in on our stargazing adventures.
Having the telescope for all my kids to share enhances its educational value. It’s an opportunity for collaborative learning, encouraging teamwork and a joint exploration of the captivating wonders of the night sky.
The adjustable tripod is a practical feature that accommodates the varying heights and preferences of my son and daughters. It ensures that each child can comfortably participate in observing celestial objects, making it accessible for the whole family.
Stargazing with the telescope has become a delightful family activity. It creates lasting memories and strengthens the bond among my kids as we share the excitement of exploring the cosmos together under the enchanting hues of pastel blue and white.
Cons:
While the telescope’s smaller aperture might limit detailed observations, I understand that it’s well-suited for beginners and serves as a reasonable compromise for shared use among my kids with varying levels of experience.
The magnification range, though on the lower side for advanced users, aligns well with the telescope’s purpose as a family-friendly and introductory instrument for my son and daughters.
Verdict:
This telescope, with its inclusive design and delightful pastel blue and white colours, is a perfect fit for our family. Its user-friendly features and educational value make it an ideal tool for introducing my children to the wonders of stargazing. As a family, we look forward to countless nights of exploration and bonding, fostering a shared love for astronomy and creating cherished memories together. Here’s to many more celestial adventures with my kids!