Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ vs Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ: specs compared
Updated 05 September 2026.
130 mm
Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ wins on aperture
On aperture, Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ leads: 130 mm versus 102 mm.
| Spec | Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ | Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ |
|---|---|---|
| Aperture | 102 mm (4.02 in) | 130 mm (5.12 in) |
| Focal length | 660 mm | 650 mm |
| Focal ratio | f/6.5 | f/5 |
| Optical design | Achromatic refractor | Newtonian reflector |
| Focuser / eyepiece barrel | 1.25 in focuser with a 90-degree star diagonal | 1.25 in rack-and-pinion focuser |
| Mount | Altazimuth with slow-motion control (StarSense phone dock) | Altazimuth with slow-motion control (StarSense phone dock) |
| Highest useful magnification (published) | 241x | 307x |
Questions and answers
Which has the higher aperture, Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ or Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ?
On aperture, Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ leads: 130 mm versus 102 mm.
How do Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 102AZ and Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ compare?
On aperture, Celestron StarSense Explorer DX 130AZ leads: 130 mm versus 102 mm.