Orion StarSeeker IV 130mm GoTo Reflector Telescope Kit Review

Orion StarSeeker IV 130mm GoTo Reflector Telescope Kit

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  • Value-packed GoTo telescope kit includes an expanded accessory pack with everything you need for fun stargazing activities
  • Let this clever computerized reflector and its big, 130mm optics guide you to bright views of everything from the Moon and planets to deep-sky targets like nebulas and star clusters
  • Huge GoTo database of over 42,000 objects, and handy built-in Tour mode means you’ll enjoy great views on any clear night
  • Comes with GoTo hand controller, 23mm (28.2x) and 10mm (65x) wide-field 60-degree eyepieces, EZ Finder II sight, and more
  • Complete telescope kit also includes a power-doubling 2x Shorty Barlow, view enhancing Moon Filter, detailed MoonMap 260, and a handy AC-to-DC adapter

The value-packed StarSeeker IV 130mm GoTo Reflector Telescope Kit is a great setup for beginning amateur astronomers since it’s loaded with so many great accessories and features a complete GoTo system. The Orion StarSeeker IV 130mm GoTo telescope presents a winning combination of motorized object-location technology and great optical performance at an unbelievably low price. This smart GoTo telescope will lead you and your family on a guided tour of the stars on any clear night. Featuring a reflector telescope optical tube with moderate, 650mm focal length and f/5.0 focal ratio, the Orion StarSeeker IV 130mm Reflector collects a lot of light with its 5.1″ aperture, parabolic reflecting optics for bright, wide-field views of interesting night sky objects. The entire telescope setup weighs just 21.5 lbs. for easy transport. Following a simple two-star alignment process, the Orion StarSeeker IV 130mm telescope can guide you to interesting sights on any clear night with its GoTo database of over 42,000 objects. A handy, built-in “Tour” mode feature of the included GoTo hand controller makes it easy for anyone to explore the wonders of starry skies. The StarSeeker IV 130mm GoTo Refractor Telescope Kit comes with a great selection of useful accessories.The included 23mm wide-field eyepiece provides 21.7x magnification in the 130mm reflector optical tube, and the 10mm ocular yields higher, 50x magnification views through the telescope for closer inspections of starry skies. The Orion EZ Finder II reflex sight makes it “EZ” to center alignment stars. The included Shorty 2x Barlow can be used to double the power of each included eyepiece. Use the Moon Filter that comes with the telescope kit for great lunar views. The Orion MoonMap 260 makes it easy to learn about craters, spacecraft landing sites, and more! This complete telescope kit also includes an AC-to-DC Adapter so you can keep your StarSeeker IV telescope’s motors powered from a 110-volt wall outlet.

Orion 08267 Ritchey-Chretien 8 inch F/8 Optical Tube Assembly (White) Review

Orion 08267 Ritchey-Chretien 8 inch F/8 Optical Tube Assembly (White)

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  • 8 inch (200mm) aperture Ritchey-Chretien optical tube ideal for use with DSLR cameras and small-format CCDs to produce wonderfully flat, virtually coma-free astrophotos
  • Hyperbolic primary and secondary mirrors made of low-expansion quartz glass with enhanced aluminum coatings boast 96% reflectivity for bright imaging performance, and the secondary mirror is precisely center-marked to aid in collimation
  • A rotatable, machined dual-speed (10:1) Crawford focuser equipped with a sturdy linear-bearing provides precise focus adjustment without slippage or flexure with heavy astrophotography accessories attached
  • Three included focus extension rings (one 2 inch and two 1 inch) allow focus position adjustment for use with various imaging cameras and astrophotography accessories
  • Features two dovetail finder scope bases and a unique, Orion-exclusive slotted narrow dovetail bar along the top of the tube for easy accessory attachment

The Orion 8 inch Ritchey-Chretien Astrograph’s outstanding optical design lets you capture spectacular, detailed images of deep-sky objects like never before. Unlike conventional Newtonian reflector and Schmidt-Cass grain designs that are susceptible to coma away from the center of the field, the Ritchey-Chretien utilizes hyperbolic primary and secondary mirrors, made of BK-7 optical glass, to achieve wonderfully flat-field images that are virtually coma-free. Images are also free from chromatic aberration, since there are no lenses. The Orion 8 inch Ritchey-Chretien Astrograph is ideal for use with small CCD-chip cameras such as the Orion Star Shoot line, as well as medium-format CCD and DSLR cameras. The telescope’s wide, fully illuminated flat field produces pinpoint star clarity all the way to the edge of the camera’s sensor. The Orion 8 inch Ritchey-Chretien Astrograph features a machined, dual-speed (10:1) Crawford-style focuser with an engraved millimeter scale on the drawtube. The secondary mirror is precisely center-marked to facilitate collimation. The enameled steel optical tube weighs only 18.5lbs. and features a Losmandy-style dovetail mounting bar underneath for trouble-free setup on medium or large-sized equatorial mounts. The inside of the optical tube is fortified with eight computer-positioned light baffles, and the primary mirror baffle tube and secondary mirror light shield are also highly baffled to ensure maximum image contrast.

Orion 10015 StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector Telescope (Teal) Review

Orion 10015 StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector Telescope (Teal)

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  • A great compact grab-and-go telescope designed for entry-level and intermediate astronomy enthusiasts
  • Substantial 4.5 inch aperture and fast f/4 focal ratio provides bright, detailed views of solar system targets like the Moon and planets, as well as wide-field celestial objects like nebulas and star clusters
  • Ships pre-assembled so you can go from the box to your backyard in minutes. Glass material : Low thermal expansion borosilicate glass
  • Stable tabletop base provides smooth altazimuth motion for easy manual tracking of celestial objects
  • Includes two Explorer II 1.25 inch Kellner telescope eyepieces (17mm and 6mm), EZ Finder II reflex sight for easy aiming, eyepiece rack, collimation cap, Starry Night astronomy software, and more!

Here is a fun and compact telescope that’s sure to inspire the whole family’s natural inclination to explore. The Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector Telescope is no toy – it’s a real reflecting telescope that is wonderfully simple to set up and use! A perfect telescope for beginning amateur astronomers, the StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector is manufactured with the kind of quality you’d expect only to find in much more expensive models. Everyone in the family will enjoy using the StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector telescope thanks to its uncomplicated, simple design and high level of performance. The StarBlast 4.5 will give beginning amateur astronomers hour after hour of fun under the stars and also nurture their interest in the night sky, thanks to its exceptional, high-quality optics. In fact, the optics of the StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector are so good that it’s also a very popular choice for more experienced amateur astronomers looking for a compact and portable telescope to use as a grab-and-go alternative to larger, bulkier mounted models that require more setup time and maintenance. With its 4.5 inch aperture parabolic primary mirror, the StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector Telescope will wow the whole family with gorgeous wide-field views of the night sky. Fascinating craters and mountains on the Moon pop out in crisp detail through the pint-sized StarBlast 4.5 Astro Telescope, but the fun doesn’t end there. You’ll see more than just the Moon with this capable reflector. On clear evenings, the StarBlast 4.5 can provide pleasing views of giant Jupiter with its orbiting moons and Saturn with its stunning rings. Thanks to its precisely crafted, wide-field f/4 reflective optics and significant 4.5 inch (114mm) aperture, the StarBlast 4.5 Astro Telescope can reveal intriguing views of bright galaxies, distant cloudy nebulas, and sparkling star clusters for the whole family to enjoy.

SkyWatcher S11800 GoTo Collapsible Dobsonian 8-Inch (White) Review

SkyWatcher S11800 GoTo Collapsible Dobsonian 8-Inch (White)

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  • 8” (203 mm) Dobsonian-style Newtonian
  • 1200 mm focal length (f/5.9)
  • 2” single-speed Crayford-style focuser with 1.25” adaptor
  • 4-element Plössl 25mm and 10mm 1.25” eyepieces
  • SynScan hand controller with 42,000 object database

Style:Collapsible 8″ Dobsonian

The exciting new Sky-Watcher Dobsonian SynScan series is precision engineered instrument that will allow you to easily find and enjoy viewing night sky treasures, such as Planets, Nebulae, Star Clusters, Galaxies and much more. With its patented collapsible tube design, these Dobsonians are truly the ultimate in portability and performance.The elegant truss tube design was carefully engineered to combine ease of use, extreme portability and consistent performance in an affordable package. Unlike other truss tube designs, the SkyWatcher Collapsible Dobsonian does not need to be disassembled between uses. It transports as two compact pieces that can be assembled and ready to use in just seconds! It is easy to collimate once set up, and it holds its collimation throughout the evening! The patented Tension Control Handle allows users to add or reduce tension, thereby increasing or decreasing the friction between the optical tube and the sideboards.The SynScan AZ hand control allows you point your telescope at a specific object, or even tour the night sky at the touch of a button!! The user-friendly menu system allows automatic slewing to over 42,900+ objects. Even an inexperienced astronomer can master its variety of features in a few observing sessions. The patented dual encoder design allows the telescope to be moved manually whenever the user wishes – but with no need for re-alignment!The Sky-Watcher Dobsonian SynScan series combines the convenience and affordability of the traditional Dobsonian with the convenience of a computerized Go-To telescope.

Orion SkyView Pro 8 GoTo Reflector Telescope Review

Orion SkyView Pro 8 GoTo Reflector Telescope

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  • Our 8″ reflector telescope and SkyView Pro equatorial mount with GoTo control automatically locates targets from its computerized database of over 42,000 celestial objects
  • Big 8″ aperture parabolic mirror and 1000mm focal length (f/4.9) reflector telescope with 2″ Crayford focuser is ideal for viewing deep-space objects
  • The GoTo system will even take you on a guided sky tour or show you the best sights of the month!
  • Sturdy SkyView Pro equatorial mount with stainless steel tripod for excellent stability and smooth control
  • Includes 8×40 finder scope, 25mm and 10mm Sirius Plossl 1.25″ eyepieces, telescope tube rings, Starry Night astronomy software, and more!

A popular classic is now easier to use than ever before. With the computerized GoTo system, pushing a button or two is all it takes to find any one of over 42,000 celestial wonders. Internal stepper motors slew the telescope at up to 3.4 degrees per second right to your target, placing it directly in the eyepiece’s field of view. Using the intuitive menus on the hand controller, you will see more incredible sights than you ever dreamed possible. It will even take you on a guided tour of the best sights each month. A simple two-star or three-star initial alignment is all that’s needed to begin easy, accurate GoTo operation. The telescope features an 8″(203mm)parabolic primary mirror, which collects 73% more light than a 6″ scope, to take you way beyond the Messier catalog! And for the Moon and planets, the SVP 8’s 1000mm focal length (f/4.9) gives you the ability to resolve fine detail at high power. Includes 2″ rack-and-pinion focuser with 1.25″ adapter, an 8×40 finder scope, and two Sirius Plossl eyepieces. The stalwart SkyView Pro equatorial mount and steel tube tripod provide a stable platform that’s so smooth you’ll think the telescope is floating on air. The GoTo system requires an external 12-volt power source like the Orion Dynamo Pro. Some assmebly is required. One year limited warranty.

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