Celestron Inspire 100AZ Refractor Telescope with Built-in Smartphone Adapter

Meet the Celestron Inspire 100AZ

The Inspire 100AZ is a versatile refractor designed for beginners who crave brighter views and easier setup. Its design centers on balance and simplicity, so you can spend more time observing and less time fiddling with gear. The short optical tube and ample aperture work together to deliver a wider field of view, which helps you spot larger, fainter deep-sky targets while still providing crisp, erect-image viewing for daytime use.

With fully coated glass optics and a solid altazimuth mount, this telescope aims to feel sturdy in your hands. A steel tripod with an integrated fold-up accessory tray keeps essential tools within reach, and a smart feature set keeps your observing workflow smooth from first light to your next session. A built-in smartphone adapter tucked into the lens cap makes quick imaging possible, so you can capture fleeting moments without complex setups. A red LED flashlight sits at the mount head for gentle illumination of the tray, while a large projected reticle finder scope helps you aim with confidence. The focus micrometer provides a repeatable reference point, so you can return to a target’s best focus point again and again, day or night.

Why this design works for you

• Largest aperture in the Inspire family to illuminate more of the night sky
• Short tube yields a broader field of view for larger objects
• Erect image optics for natural daytime and nighttime viewing
• Fully coated glass optics promote sharp contrast and clarity
• Asymmetrical mount design delivers stability with lighter weight
• Integrated fold-up accessory tray and a sturdy steel tripod for on-the-go use
• Lens cap doubles as a built-in smartphone adapter for easy imaging
• Red LED flashlight provides adjustable lighting without washing out the view

Ease of use and setup

• Setup is fast: open tripod legs, lock the tray, and attach the telescope to the base with the quick-release dovetail
• Smartphone imaging is straightforward via the cap mounted adapter, with a rubberized grip surface for alignment
• Finderscope and erect optics help you locate targets quickly during day or night
• The focus micrometer lets you quickly return to a known focus point for repeatable observations

What you might notice while observing

• Bright, wide views of star clusters and nebulae due to the large aperture and wide field
• Clear, natural-looking terrestrial and celestial views thanks to erect image optics
• Compact, user-friendly design that travels well and stores neatly when not in use

Warranty and support reflect Celestron’s long-standing presence in the field, including a two-year US warranty and access to US-based expertise for questions or guidance as you explore the night sky.