--- product_id: 36471487 title: "Celestron Inspire 100AZ Refractor Telescope with Built-in Smartphone Adapter, Blue" brand: "celestron" price: "$885.64" currency: USD in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Celestron" url: https://www.desertcart.us/products/36471487-celestron-inspire-100az-refractor-telescope-with-built-in-smartphone-adapter store_origin: US region: United States of America --- # Built-in smartphone adapter for astrophotography 100mm aperture for crisp views Integrated red LED flashlight for night use Celestron Inspire 100AZ Refractor Telescope with Built-in Smartphone Adapter, Blue **Brand:** celestron **Price:** $885.64 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🔭 See the stars like never before—your personal gateway to the universe! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Celestron Inspire 100AZ Refractor Telescope with Built-in Smartphone Adapter, Blue by celestron - **How much does it cost?** $885.64 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.us](https://www.desertcart.us/products/36471487-celestron-inspire-100az-refractor-telescope-with-built-in-smartphone-adapter) ## Best For - celestron enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted celestron brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Stable & Stylish Design:** Lightweight asymmetrical mount and sturdy steel tripod combine sleek looks with rock-solid stability. - • **Night-Ready Illumination:** Built-in removable red LED flashlight gently lights your workspace without ruining night vision. - • **Precision Focus Every Time:** Focus micrometer lets you bookmark exact focus points for repeat observations—never lose your target. - • **Effortless Setup in Seconds:** Pop open tripod legs, lock accessory tray, and start stargazing—no hassle, no delay. - • **Capture the Cosmos on Your Phone:** Integrated smartphone adapter lets you snap stunning celestial photos without extra gear. ## Overview The Inspire 100AZ Refractor Telescope by Celestron offers a 100mm fully coated aperture with a 660mm focal length, delivering wide-field views ideal for deep sky and terrestrial observation. Featuring an integrated smartphone adapter for easy astrophotography, a built-in red LED flashlight for night use, and a focus micrometer for precise targeting, it combines user-friendly design with professional-grade optics. Its lightweight asymmetrical mount and steel tripod ensure stability and quick setup, backed by a 2-year US warranty and expert support. ## Description The ultimate telescope for the novice to intermediate astronomer, the Inspire 100AZ features the largest aperture in the Inspire family line and its short tube offers a wider field of view perfectly suited for larger, fainter deep sky objects. Packed with features never seen before on entry level telescopes, Inspire features fully coated glass optics, a solid altazimuth mount with a unique asymmetrical design, a sturdy steel tripod with integrated fold-up accessory tray, an integrated smartphone adapter, built-in red LED flashlight, large projected reticle finder scope, erect image optics, and a focus micrometer for easily returning to the same focus point. The Inspire has the easiest setup of any telescope in its class. Simply pop open the tripod legs, turn the lock knob on the accessory tray, and attach the telescope tube to the base using the quick release dovetail mount. You are now ready to observe! The lens cap has an integrated smartphone adapter built into it. Place your smartphone against the rubberized friction surface on the outside of the cap so your camera is viewing through the imaging port. Secure the smartphone using the two adjustable bungee cords. The inside of the lens cap has a fitting that secures to your eyepiece using two set screws. Voila! You are now ready to take high power images through the telescope. The mount has a red LED flashlight built-in. Turn the flashlight on to illuminate your accessory tray with a soft red glow. The flashlight can easily be removed from the mount to provide red light where you need it most. The focus micrometer is a numbered scale that indicates the focuser’s position. It allows quick return to a specific focus point for specific targets such as a bird nest, infinity focus, etc. Review: Great telescope! - Bought as a Christmas gift and just used. Was able to see the moon very well. Kids love it. Sight included needs to be calibrated with the telescope. I didn’t get the chance but still was able to spot the moon without it. Haven’t tried the included software yet Review: Nice telescope - I’m a casual backyard astronomer and I bought this to leave out near my back door to check out a few planets or the moon.I like the way this is built. It looks and feels very solid. It’s a good looking telescope. It’s obviously not that James Webb, but for the money, I think it’s a good deal and I enjoy it. Also, the finder scope works well although it’s a little confusing to figure out how to use it for the first time. ## Features - Easiest setup of any entry level scope. With the folding accessory tray you just pop the tripod legs open, turn the lock knob and you’re ready to go. - Bold new design - The main telescope lens cap comes with a fully integrated smartphone adapter built-in, perfect for the budding astrophotography. - Red LED flashlight - Stowed in the center of the mount head, the flashlight can be used to gently illuminate the accessory tray or can be removed for use as a spotlight when needed. - Focus micrometer - Allows quick return to a specific focus point for specific targets (bird nests, infinity focus, etc.) - The asymmetrical mount design offers light weight and incredible stability. Erect image optics enables a fully correct image for easy viewing day or night, terrestrial or astronomical. - UNBEATABLE WARRANTY & SUPPORT: Buy with confidence from Celestron, a leading telescope brand in California since 1960. Your purchase includes a 2-Year US Warranty and unlimited support from our team of US-based experts. ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B01L0EQPLC | | Additional Features | Built-in Smartphone Adapter, Integrated Red LED Flashlight, Asymmetrical Mount Design, Focus Micrometer | | Best Sellers Rank | #296 in Camera & Photo Products ( See Top 100 in Camera & Photo Products ) #33 in Telescope Refractors | | Brand | Celestron | | Built-In Media | 20mm and 10mm Kellner eyepieces, 90° erect image diagonal, Mount with tripod and folding accessory tray connected, Optical tube, Red LED flashlight | | Coating | Fully Coated | | Compatible Devices | Smartphone | | Customer Reviews | 4.4 4.4 out of 5 stars (311) | | Dawes Limit | 1.14 Arc Sec | | Exit Pupil Diameter | 50 Millimeters | | Eye Piece Lens Description | 20mm and 10mm Kellner eyepieces | | Field Of View | 0.92 Degrees | | Finderscope | StarPointer™ Pro red dot finderscope | | Focal Length Description | 660 millimeters | | Focus Type | Manual Focus | | Global Trade Identification Number | 00050234224031 | | Item Dimensions D x W x H | 32"D x 32"W x 55"H | | Item Type Name | Celestron Inspire 100AZ Refractor Smartphone Adapter Built-In Refracting Telescope, Blue (22403) | | Item Weight | 12.4 Pounds | | Manufacturer | Celestron Acquisition LLC | | Manufacturer Part Number | 22403 | | Model Name | Inspire 100AZ Refractor | | Model Number | 22403 | | Mount | Altazimuth Mount | | Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Metal batteries required. (included) | | Objective Lens Diameter | 100 Millimeters | | Optical-Tube Length | 436 Millimeters | | Power Source | Manual | | UPC | 050234224031 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | TWO-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY | | Zoom Ratio | 2:1 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** Celestron - **Eye Piece Lens Description:** 20mm and 10mm Kellner eyepieces - **Finderscope:** StarPointer™ Pro red dot finderscope - **Focus Type:** Manual Focus - **Model Name:** Inspire 100AZ Refractor - **Objective Lens Diameter:** 100 Millimeters - **Optical Tube Length:** 436 Millimeters - **Power Source:** Manual - **Product Dimensions:** 32"D x 32"W x 55"H - **Telescope Mount Description:** Altazimuth Mount ## Images ![Celestron Inspire 100AZ Refractor Telescope with Built-in Smartphone Adapter, Blue - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71PuOtzHNrL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: The tripod is mentioned in some answers but the add indicates telescope only. does it come from amazon with a tripod or not?** A: The Inspire 100AZ telescope package comes with the telescope, tripod and accessories. Sincerely, Garrett at Celestron **Q: I’m totally new to telescopes so please be kind. but when i look through this scope will things be upside down? or will they be as i should see them.** A: The Inspire 100AZ comes with an erect image diagonal, so when used with the eyepiece, the image will be in its correct, right-side up orientation. Sincerely, Garrett at Celestron **Q: What is the focal length for this model?** A: 900mm **Q: Does it come with a case and how strong is the tripod?** A: Does not come with a case at that price but one is available. Tripod is reasonably sturdy. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great telescope! *by J***E on December 26, 2025* Bought as a Christmas gift and just used. Was able to see the moon very well. Kids love it. Sight included needs to be calibrated with the telescope. I didn’t get the chance but still was able to spot the moon without it. Haven’t tried the included software yet ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nice telescope *by J***E on April 4, 2025* I’m a casual backyard astronomer and I bought this to leave out near my back door to check out a few planets or the moon.I like the way this is built. It looks and feels very solid. It’s a good looking telescope. It’s obviously not that James Webb, but for the money, I think it’s a good deal and I enjoy it. Also, the finder scope works well although it’s a little confusing to figure out how to use it for the first time. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Easy to use with features that the BIG scopes do ... *by P***B on June 18, 2017* Easy to use with features that the BIG scopes do not have such as highly useful removable red flashlight embedded above accessory tray. Also the scope cap doubles as smart phone holder for astrophotography. Lightweight, quality sight, crisp optics, and neat focus indicator numbers on side of scope for easy return to reference. Stable tripod configuration with locking accessory tray for added sturdiness. Nothing flimsy about the tripod. Bought exclusively for solar eclipse but already see that we will be using it for more sightings. Also, we ordered the 100AZ model which arrived in a sealed 70AZ box but opened anyway to find the 100AZ as ordered. Manufacturer hiccup maybe. Easy to align red sight with scope which we did in less than 2 minutes. Excellent value! ## Frequently Bought Together - Celestron 22403 Inspire 100AZ Refractor Telescope with Built-in Smartphone Adapter, Blue - Celestron 94119-A 1.25 inch Moon Filter - Suitable for Lunar Observation, Extra Bright Planets or Terrestrial Viewing Over Sand or Snow, Black - Celestron 93326 Omni Barlow Lens, Silver, 2 x 1.25 Inch --- ## 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.us/products/36471487-celestron-inspire-100az-refractor-telescope-with-built-in-smartphone-adapter](https://www.desertcart.us/products/36471487-celestron-inspire-100az-refractor-telescope-with-built-in-smartphone-adapter) --- *Product available on Desertcart United States of America* *Store origin: US* *Last updated: 2026-04-23*