Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ vs Celestron C5 optical tube: specs compared
Updated 05 September 2026.
130 mm
Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ wins on aperture
On aperture, Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ leads: 130 mm versus 127 mm.
| Spec | Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ | Celestron C5 optical tube |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 130 mm (5.12 in) | 127 mm (5 in) |
| Focal length | 650 mm | 1250 mm |
| Focal ratio | f/5 | f/10 |
| Optical design | Newtonian reflector (spherical primary) | Schmidt-Cassegrain |
| Focuser / eyepiece barrel | 1.25 in rack-and-pinion focuser | 1.25 in visual back (SCT rear cell) |
| Mount | CG-3 German equatorial | Optical tube only (Vixen dovetail), no mount supplied |
| Highest useful magnification (published) | 307x | 295x |
| Optical tube weight | 6 lb |
Questions and answers
Which has the higher aperture, Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ or Celestron C5 optical tube?
On aperture, Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ leads: 130 mm versus 127 mm.
How do Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ and Celestron C5 optical tube compare?
On aperture, Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ leads: 130 mm versus 127 mm.