What size optics do I need to see Mars in detail? I'd appreciate a product link on amazon

2017 so answering for mostly others. To see any detail on Mars or Saturn and Jupiter you are going to need at least 6 to 8 inch dia and around 1000 to 2000 focal length so C 8 sct or better is your best bet. That's going to run you about $1000 but you will be using a barlow lens eyepiece holder to double or even triple the magnification ($100). At those magnifications you are going to need a decent rocksolid tripod and mount. ($800-$1500) The mount will track the planet. Otherwise the planet will be out of your field of view in 15 seconds. The mount IS more important than the telescope. After you have done all this, when you look down the telescope you are going to be disappointed because you are going to see a blurry fuzzy dot but the good news is that in the last 20 years we now have cheap ($150) cameras that we can attach to the telescope and by capturing video and using a standard PC to process the video you can get that picture of Mars that you want. Oh btw don't try to use a DSLR. So anyway that all adds up to close to $3000 and it's very easy to spend another $1000 on accessories and extra eyepieces and adaptors so you will also be able to see nebula and other cool things. I recommend you spend an hour a day for at least a week on the internet before you buy anything so that you will have realistic expectations. Oh and looking at stars is boring in my opinion. Telescopes make dim stars visible but you are still looking at a bright dot. Oh and the $299 telescope in this listing is good value if you just want to look at the moon.

is this sturdy enough for a canon rebel xs to sit on or any dslr for that matter?

I mount my Canon EOS 77D just fine. You do have to adjust the offset weights to re-balance it, but I've not had any problems so far.

Motor definitely, makes life a lot easier ... no more fumbling with the control knobs trying to keep your objects centered. Whoever claims the motor does not work has not tried hard enough. For what it costs that motor works very well.

Can this be left undercover outside?

No. The tripod collapses pretty easily, though, and the scope comes off without any issues.

Celestron – AstroMaster 130EQ Newtonian Telescope – Manual Reflector for Beginners – Aluminized Mirror – Adjustable-Height Tripod – Includes Accessories Plus Astronomy Software Package

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Brand
Celestron
Model Name
AstroMaster
Optical Tube Length
552
Eye Piece Lens Description
Standard 10mm
Objective Lens Diameter
130
Telescope Mount Description
Equatorial

🔭130mm aperture for crisp celestial views

🪐650mm focal length with 90x zoom for deep-sky exploration

⚙️Smooth dual slow-motion controls for pinpoint accuracy

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🌌 Unlock the Universe: See More, Discover More, Be More

TRUSTED LEGACY SUPPORT - Backed by Celestron’s 2-year US warranty and expert support, join a community of passionate sky explorers since 1960.
COMPLETE STARTER KIT INCLUDED - Comes with 20mm & 10mm eyepieces, StarPointer red dot finderscope, plus a free top-rated astronomy software download—everything to launch your cosmic journey.
READY IN MINUTES NO TOOLS NEEDED - Quick assembly and adjustable-height tripod mean you’re backyard-ready fast, whether standing or seated—perfect for spontaneous stargazing sessions.
STELLAR OPTICS BEGINNER FRIENDLY - 130mm Newtonian reflector with premium aluminized & SiO₂ coatings delivers bright, sharp images of planets and deep-sky wonders.
PRECISION POINTING ZERO GUESSWORK - Dual slow-motion knobs on the CG-3 equatorial mount let you track stars and planets effortlessly—feel like a pro from night one.

The Celestron AstroMaster 130EQ is a beginner-friendly Newtonian reflector telescope featuring a 130mm aluminized mirror and 650mm focal length for detailed celestial viewing. It includes a stable CG-3 equatorial mount with smooth manual slow-motion controls, an adjustable tripod, essential eyepieces, a StarPointer finderscope, and a free astronomy software package. Designed for quick setup and backed by a 2-year US warranty, it’s the perfect gateway for aspiring astronomers to explore planets and deep-sky objects with confidence.

Specifications

Item Weight	17 Pounds
Item Dimensions D x W x H	38"D x 38"W x 56"H
Optical-Tube Length	552 Millimeters
Exit Pupil Diameter	1.44 Millimeters
Objective Lens Diameter	1.3E+2 Millimeters
Finderscope	Built-on StarPointer™ red dot finderscope
Focal Length Description	650 millimeters
Compatible Devices	iPhone, iPad, Android devices
Eye Piece Lens Description	Standard 10mm eyepiece
Dawes Limit	0.89 arc sec
Mount	CG-3 Equatorial
Zoom Ratio	90 multiplier x
Coating	Glass mirrors coated with aluminum and SiO₂
Focus Type	Manual Focus
Power Source	Not Battery Powered
Field Of View	0.67 Degrees
Number of Batteries	1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included)

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Celestron – AstroMaster 130EQ Newtonian Telescope – Manual Reflector for Beginners – Aluminized Mirror – Adjustable-Height Tripod – Includes Accessories Plus Astronomy Software Package

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