How clear do you see the closest galaxies?
591320
Galaxies are observed using low power eyepieces. You won't see much using high power so things are very sharp but don't expect to see brilliantly lit gas clouds like you see in magazine astro photographs those are long exposure pictures your eye can't see that looking real time.
1031364
The center of the field is pretty sharp and astigmatism-free, though there is some distortion/coma toward the edges (these are not high-end optics). I'm pretty happy with them for extended objects and clusters. I had no problem seeing Jupiter's moons, and if you have a stable tripod you should be able to discern the presence of Saturn's rings.
214746
Using the stock eyepieces (20mm and 10mm) Saturn's rings, Jupiter's cloud bands and moons are clearly visible on a clear night. I have only had this for a few weeks but as my first scope it's great and would highly recommend it. There are also more eyepieces that can give you even greater visibility.
1623531
u can see whatever u are looking at. the sun will appear as a bight ball but u can still see the rest of the area.
2280906
I've seen Venus, mars, Saturn, and Jupiter. The moons of Saturn and Jupiter are also viewable right out of the box.I would recommend the extra lenses kit, though.
212525
No. I suggest finding a nice dark spot to observe away from light sources as the best step to good viewing. As for observing the moon, a lunar filter is a good investment. The moon is very bright.
214744
It all depends on the eyepieces. However, you can see Jupiter and Saturn in good detail with the supplied eyepieces. Naturally, the better eyepieces you get, the better images you will see. Keep in mind, however, that this is a very good entry level/novice telescope. But, I can say that it is perfect for my 12 year old junior astronomer. We are fortunate to live in a college town that has an observatory, so we are able to visit it to see higher quality images. But, I'm very pleased with this telescope and would purchase it again -- the only "upgrade" I would get would be the motorized, GPS based tracking system to make finding objects easier. It all depends on the eyepieces. However, you can see Jupiter and Saturn in good detail with the supplied eyepieces. Naturally, the better eyepieces you get, the better images you will see. Keep in mind, however, that this is a very good entry level/novice telescope. But, I can say that it is perfect for my 12 year old junior astronomer. We are fortunate to live in a college town that has an observatory, so we are able to visit it to see higher quality images. But, I'm very pleased with this telescope and would purchase it again -- the only "upgrade" I would get would be the... » Read More It all depends on the eyepieces. However, you can see Jupiter and Saturn in good detail with the supplied eyepieces. Naturally, the better eyepieces you get, the better images you will see. Keep in mind, however, that this is a very good entry level/novice telescope. But, I can say that it is perfect for my 12 year old junior astronomer. We are fortunate to live in a college town that has an observatory, so we are able to visit it to see higher quality images. But, I'm very pleased with this telescope and would purchase it again -- the only "upgrade" I would get would be the motorized, GPS based tracking system to make finding objects easier. « Show Less
1619211
Not great... the field of view is a bit narrow for the milky way and the aperture could be better. You should probably aim for a wide angle with a larger aperture (f/2 or lower...)
1611079
Moon will look great. You will see its landscapes with good detail. You can see the craters clearly. You will also see Jupiter's sattelites an Jupiter itself will look like a ball with the equatorial strips clearly visible. Saturn will be small, but even so, it looks wonderful. You will see the rings without problem. M42 nebula is also observable and a great view. Jewel box is a show through this Celestron.
1159066
Not extremely bright but bright enough to see what you need to see up close.
386673
You can see all 5 of the naked-eye planets. Mars is small so even with the highest magnifications (about 190x with this telescope) you can't see much detail. But let me tell you, Saturn and Jupiter are spectacular! With the 4mm eyepiece you can see the winds that stripe Jupiter and the rings that surround Saturn! You can also observe deep-sky objects that include galaxies, nebulae, and even binary star systems.
386671
So far I can see the moon in exquisite detail. I am not experienced enough to say I can't find it because of the telescope. I bought it for my 7 year old and we have looked through it several times and let me tell you, the moon is incredible but I am sorry to say as of yet I haven't journeyed much further than that. I hope this helps.
1750590
Um yes you need to see. You have to look through the eyepiece or viewfinder.
408668
Yes. You can focus very close, probably about an inch or so from the subject.
1611080
Great view of the craters on the moon close to the terminator. Jupiter (and possibly the great spot on a very clear night with appropriate filters). Jupiter's moons (point sources) and their movement around Jupiter. Saturn and it's ring(s!). Mars as a red dot. Venus and its crescent. Orion nebula, ring nebula, and a handful of star clusters. Keep in mind that the weather is a determining factor in your observations. Good luck!
349754
I am nearsighted too and yes, this monocular is quite good without glasses. Not only should you focus on the Moon you will find the Pleiades in Taurus, the Andromeda Galaxy, and the double cluster in Perseus outstanding objects to look at early in the morning. In another month, two at the latest, you can look for the Orion Nebula as it gets higher in the east. Day or night, this monocular is great when a telescope is too slow and cumbersome for the occasion.
310568
yes, I believe you can look directly into the monocular at close up objects, but it isn't the ideal.