--- product_id: 95019031 title: "Sky-Watcher AO70500-OTA Achromatic Refractor, Black" brand: "sky-watcher" price: "273.86 DT" currency: TND in_stock: false reviews_count: 5 url: https://www.desertcart.tn/products/95019031-sky-watcher-ao70500-ota-achromatic-refractor-black store_origin: TN region: Tunisia --- # 500mm focal length, f/7 ratio precision 70mm aperture for crisp views 31.8mm focuser with 5x24 finder scope Sky-Watcher AO70500-OTA Achromatic Refractor, Black **Brand:** sky-watcher **Price:** 273.86 DT **Availability:** ❌ Out of Stock ## Summary > 🔭 Own the night sky—see what others miss! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Sky-Watcher AO70500-OTA Achromatic Refractor, Black by sky-watcher - **How much does it cost?** 273.86 DT with free shipping - **Is it available?** Currently out of stock - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.tn](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/95019031-sky-watcher-ao70500-ota-achromatic-refractor-black) ## Best For - sky-watcher enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted sky-watcher brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Complete Setup Ready:** Includes finder scope, rings, and dovetail bar for seamless CG5/EQ5 mount compatibility. - • **Precision Manual Focus:** Smooth 31.8mm focuser ensures razor-sharp images every time. - • **Crystal-clear 70mm Aperture:** Capture stunning celestial details with a bright, sharp lens. - • **Compact & Lightweight Design:** Just 2kg for effortless portability to your favorite stargazing spots. - • **Optimized 500mm Focal Length:** Perfect balance of magnification and clarity for deep sky and planetary viewing. ## Overview The Sky-Watcher AO70500-OTA is a sleek, black achromatic refractor telescope featuring a 70mm aperture and 500mm focal length (f/7). Designed for precision manual focusing with a 31.8mm focuser and equipped with a 5x24 finder scope, it offers a portable 2kg setup ideal for amateur astronomers seeking crisp, clear views. Compatible with standard CG5/EQ5 mounts, this telescope is a ready-to-go gateway to exploring the cosmos. ## Description Achromatic refractor diameter 70mm, focal length 500mm (f/7), 31.8mm eyepiece, complete with rings and 5x24 finder Recommended 45mm dovetail bar standard CG5/EQ5. Characteristics Type Achromatic Refractor Optical Diagram Double achromatic Diameter 70 mm Focal Length 500 mm Focal Ratio f/7 Focuser 31.8 Weight n/d Finder 5 x 24. ## Features - Diameter: 70 mm - Focal Length: 500mm - Optical pattern: Refractor - Telescope, Accessories ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Package Dimensions L x W x H | 74.5 x 26 x 15.5 centimetres | | Package Weight | 2.02 Kilograms | | Item Weight | 2 Kilograms | | Brand | Sky-Watcher | | Colour | Black | | Lens Fixed Focal Length | 500 Angstrom | | Max Focal Length | 500 Millimetres | | Objective Lens Diameter | 70 Millimetres | | Part number | AO70500-OTA | | Telescope Mount Description | Equatorial Mount | | Focus type | Manual Focus | | Aperture Modes | F7 | | Guaranteed software updates until | unknown | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Sky-Watcher - **Model name:** Achromatischer Refraktor - **Optical tube length:** 500 Millimetres - **Eye piece lens description:** Barlow - **Objective lens diameter:** 70 Millimetres - **Telescope mount description:** Equatorial Mount - **Focus type:** Manual Focus - **Power source:** Manual - **Finderscope:** optical - **Item weight:** 2 Kilograms ## Images ![Sky-Watcher AO70500-OTA Achromatic Refractor, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51HwUUoWYxS.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: I understand I need a dovetail bar. Does this come with screws with the rings?** A: No it does not. It has the threaded metric holes on both sides on the rings. **Q: What is the Mounting ring id size** A: The mounting ring id is nominally 76.mm. The scope tube diameter is 75.6mm. It would depend on the felt thickness as to what tube they would accommodate. With the 1.5mm felt lining they will accommodate 74 to 77mm diameter. **Q: Does it come with a diagonal, and vixen?** A: No it does not. **Q: Is it possible to attach a cannon 700d to this telescope?** A: Yes just search amazon for a canon adapter for your telescope ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolute Quality. *by D***T on 12 December 2020* This is an excellent small scope and is very handy as a grab and go. The doublet optics are crystal clear and the focuser is butter smooth. The attached pictures were taken using this telescope and a Svbony205 electronic eyepiece camera mounted on a Sky-Watcher AZ3 tripod and mount. The telescope is solidly built as is usual with Sky-watcher and I can't recommend it highly enough. It didn't come with any eyepieces nor an erecting prism but as I had these already and the telescope itself was greatly reduced in price it wasn't an issue.EDIT:Noted the 'poor scope' reviews. It's very simple to achieve focus with a short extension tube in between the draw tube and an erecting prism. The moonshots I have posted above are testament to that. I have since found that this scope makes a perfect finder scope for my Sky-watcher Explorer 200P go to. So it has been re-assigned as such . A couple of fairly decent eyepieces such as Achromat Plossl's make this a very usable scope. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent portable scope. *by S***B on 8 February 2023* Great portable scope with mounting rings. Can also function as a guide scope. ### ⭐ Poor telescope *by C***R on 19 September 2020* Unable to achieve focus at all with any eyepieceWill be sending back not impressed with the quality of the product ## Frequently Bought Together - Sky-Watcher AO70500-OTA Achromatic Refractor, Black - LEGO Creator 3 in 1 Mighty Dinosaur Toy, Transforms from T. rex to Triceratops to Pterodactyl Dinosaur Figures, Great Gift for 7-12 Year Old Boys & Girls, 31058 - Root Viewer Kit for Kids - Grow Your Own Plant for Boys & Girls - Science STEM Toy & Craft Growing Kits for Ages 4-8 Birthday Easter Gifts for Boy, Girls 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, Year Old - Gardening Set Toys --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.tn/products/95019031-sky-watcher-ao70500-ota-achromatic-refractor-black](https://www.desertcart.tn/products/95019031-sky-watcher-ao70500-ota-achromatic-refractor-black) --- *Product available on Desertcart Tunisia* *Store origin: TN* *Last updated: 2026-05-31*