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List Price: $499.00

Description

The 150mm (6") Newtonian equatorial telescope with 1400mm focal length is the most popular size telescope for the more serious beginning or intermediate level astronomy enthusiast, and for good reason. The large light gathering power of this 6" telescope makes it ideal for deep-sky observation of galaxies, star clusters and nebulae, as well as lunar and planetary observing. This makes for a very useful and versatile instrument that can take an observer from the very first time looking through a telescope's eyepiece, through years of observing interesting subjects near and far in the night sky.

This version of the 6" Newtonian telescope offers more portability than the standard longer tube Newtonian without sacrificing power or performance. The short tube of this model is only 19" long and has a built-in correction lens, giving it all the focal length of the standard model, while reducing aberrations.

The motor drive has a variable speed control so you can speed up or slow down the right ascension tracking speed. Also, there is a North/South switch so you can use the motor either in the Northern or Southern Hemisphere, depending on where you live.This manufacturer has more than 15 years experience in the field of optical equipments Their OEM products such as telescope, microscope, riflescope, compass, etc., are all over the world. This telescope was manufactured in the very same factory that makes optical products for Bushnell, Tasco, Konus and many other name brand.This is an absolutely high quality product you can trust.

Features

• 6" (150mm) Lens/Mirror, 1400mm Focal Length
• R/A Motor Drive, Star Finder Scope, 2X Barlow Lens
• Plossl 10mm & 25mm Eyepieces, Moon Filter
• Equatorial Mount, Aluminum Tripod with Accessory Tray
• Map Of The Moon, Star Map & Assembly Guide Manual

List Price: $499.00

Description

The 150mm (6") Newtonian equatorial telescope with 1400mm focal length is the most popular size telescope for the more serious beginning or intermediate level astronomy enthusiast, and for good reason. The large light gathering power of this 6" telescope makes it ideal for deep-sky observation of galaxies, star clusters and nebulae, as well as lunar and planetary observing. This makes for a very useful and versatile instrument that can take an observer from the very first time looking through a telescope's eyepiece, through years of observing interesting subjects near and far in the night sky.

This version of the 6" Newtonian telescope offers more portability than the standard longer tube Newtonian without sacrificing power or performance. The short tube of this model is only 19" long and has a built-in correction lens, giving it all the focal length of the standard model, while reducing aberrations.

The motor drive has a variable speed control so you can speed up or slow down the right ascension tracking speed. Also, there is a North/South switch so you can use the motor either in the Northern or Southern Hemisphere, depending on where you live.This manufacturer has more than 15 years experience in the field of optical equipments Their OEM products such as telescope, microscope, riflescope, compass, etc., are all over the world. This telescope was manufactured in the very same factory that makes optical products for Bushnell, Tasco, Konus and many other name brand.This is an absolutely high quality product you can trust.

Features

• 6" (150mm) Lens/Mirror, 1400mm Focal Length
• R/A Motor Drive, Star Finder Scope, 2X Barlow Lens
• Plossl 10mm & 25mm Eyepieces, Moon Filter
• Equatorial Mount, Aluminum Tripod with Accessory Tray
• Map Of The Moon, Star Map & Assembly Guide Manual

List Price: $34.00
Sale Price: $5.00
You save: $29.00 (85%)

Description

Binoculars with 7x50 magnification & a field of view 297 feet at 1,000 yards, ruby coated UV optic for clarity & glare-free viewing. Ideal for outdoor activities in all weather conditions. Binoculars include astorage pouch, neck strap, protective lens caps & cleaning cloth.

Features

• Magnification 7 times more powerful than the naked eye
• Ruby coated UV optics for glare-free viewing
• Body features a durable rubberized grip and fold down eye cups
• Perfect for sporting events, nature watching, sightseeing and much more
• Comes complete with soft, protective carrying pouch with convenient neck strap

Sale Price: $44.99

Description

Give your scope a power boost! Orion's Shorty barlow lens doubles the power of any eyepiece it's used with. For about the price of a single telescope eyepiece or less, this practical accessory effectively doubles the number of eyepieces at your disposal. It gets its name from its compact size. The Shorty barlow lens is just 3" long end to end - about half the length of a standard barlow lens. It's short 1.25"-diameter barrel is just 1.6" long, fitting easily in any 1.25" star diagonal, so it's great to use with refractors and Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. In fact, it works with any type of telescope. The Shorty's 2x amplifier lens is an achromatic glass doublet that's multi-coated to ensure excellent light transmission. The machined and anodized aluminum housing is internally baffled to eliminate unwanted reflections and increase contrast. Barrel is threaded to accept filters.

Features

• Double the power of any 1.25" telescope eyepiece with the Orion Shorty Barlow lens
• A great way to essentially double the number of telescope eyepieces in your collection,
• Very compact - just 3" long (half the length of a standard Barlow lens) - easy to stash in your accessory case
• Doublet lens system is multi-coated for excellent transmission and
• Threaded for use with 1.25" Orion telescope eyepiece filters
• The internal housing is baffled to eliminate unwanted reflections and increase contrast

List Price: $129.00
Sale Price: $69.00
You save: $60.00 (47%)

Description

Vivitar 263 / 525x76 mm Reflector Telescope opens up a world (and a universe) of exploration possibility! SAVE BIG! A stellar value for the budding stargazer! This Vivitar Telescope utilizes reflector-based design and technology, plus only the highest-grade coated lenses and mirrors to bring the skies to your eyes. 2 magnification eyepieces included: 263X and 525X; Aluminum tripod with deluxe altazimuth mount for superior precision. Slow motion control for precise adjustments; 3X Barlow magnifying lens. 1.5X erecting lens for viewing land objects "right-side up"; 5x24 mm finder scope helps you quickly get your aim on; SR 4 mm, H 8 mm eyepieces. Focal length 700 mm. 28" long. Weighs approx. 10 lbs. Discover the heavens with this terrific optical instrument, an astronomical bargain! Order Today! Vivitar 263 / 525x76 mm Reflector Telescope

Features

• Magnification Eye Pieces/Eye Piece: 263x, 525x/SR4mm H8mm
• Aperture: 76mm (3" in.), Focal Length: 700mm, f/9
• Lens Type/Erecting Lens: 3x Barlow Lens/1.5x
• Finderscope: 5x24
• Full-sized adjustable aluminum tripod has a universal mount so can also be used with cameras and the telescope
• Convenient direction control handle located on the tripod
• 175x and 350x Eyepieces included
• Full size adjustable aluminum tripod
• 76mm (3-inch) aperture, 700mm. f/9 focal length, 5x24 finder scope, SR4mm H8mm eyepiece, 2x Barlow lens, 1.5 erecting lens.
• Get a clear, crisp view of the universe

Description

Ambient Temperature Sensor

Features

• This sensor gives ambient temperature readings through the Kendrick Premier Power Controller, or on your PC via optional remote software.
• Also works with the Kendrick Digi-Fire 10 Controller.

Description

Ambient Temperature Sensor

Features

• This sensor gives ambient temperature readings through the Kendrick Premier Power Controller, or on your PC via optional remote software.
• Also works with the Kendrick Digi-Fire 10 Controller.

Sale Price: $595.00

Description

"Talk to your computer and it will understand" Work Faster and Smarter! Dragon NaturallySpeaking 11 Professional is the ideal solution for busy corporate professionals to create documents and emails, fill out forms, and streamline workflow tasks - all by speaking. It's three times faster than most people type, with accuracy rates of up to 99-percent right out of the box. Dictate into a handheld device when you're away from your PC, or use a Bluetooth microphone. Create custom commands to automate repetitive tasks you perform that involve multiple keystrokes or mouse clicks.

This edition offers complete enterprise network support, including new security features, a special management guide for IT professionals and support for Citrix deployments.

Up to 99-Percent Accurate and Three Times Faster than Typing
Most people speak more than 120 words per minute, but type less than 40 words a minute. That means you can create documents and emails about three times faster with Dragon NaturallySpeaking. Dragon never makes a spelling mistake, and it actually gets smarter the more you use it!

Easy to Use
Dragon NaturallySpeaking installs quickly and requires no special script reading. New on-screen help and tutorials will make you an expert user in no time.

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Features

• Speech recognition software turns talk into text
• Just speak to your computer naturally
• Create documents and emails, fill out forms, and streamline workflow tasks

List Price: $57.95
Sale Price: $44.75
You save: $13.20 (23%)

Description

Celestron Telescope Cable USB port to RS-232 / Serial Computer PC Adapter/Converter Cable 18775

Features

• Convert your RS-232 connection to USB
• Includes driver software
• USB offers faster speeds
• Many new computers no longer offer RS-232 connections

Sale Price: $39.00

Description

For connecting Meade Serial Device to PC's USB Port.

Features

• The Meade USB to RS232 Adapter Cable allows you to connect a Meade RS232 device to a PC's USB port
• The USB to RS232 Adapter Software driver creates a virtual commport on your PC and treats the virtual port as a normal PC serial port
• The software is compatible with Windows 98, ME, 2000, and XP
• Meade USB to RS-232 Bridge Cable - 07507

Sale Price: $13.99

Description

This cable connects the IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator to a serial port on your personal computer, allowing the use of astronomy software such as Starry Night Pro or TheSky6 Professional Edition to control the IntelliScope.

Features

• Useful cable for any IntelliScope telescope from Orion
• For use with Starry Night Pro astronomy software, and other programs such as The Sky6 Professional Edition
• This cable connects the IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator to a serial port on your personal computer
• Allows you to use astronomy software to tell your IntelliScope controller where you want to view
• Use an astronomy program interface instead of scrolling through menus and catalogs to find objects to view through your IntelliScope telescope

List Price: $191.95
Sale Price: $109.95
You save: $82.00 (43%)

Description

TE3)CELESTRON ASTROMASTER 70AZ SCOPE

Features

• Quick and easy no-tool setup
• Permanently mounted StarPointer
• Erect image optics - Ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use
• Quick release dovetail attachment - no tool setup
• Pan handle Alt-Az control with clutch - for smooth and accurate pointing

Sale Price: $14.39

Description

The timer can be set anywhere from 1 second to 99 hours, 59 minutes, 59 seconds. The buttons can be operated with a single thumb. The LCD panel can be illuminated. The remote has a stylish and ergonomic design. This timer remote cord allows the camera shutter to be released from a distance and prevents the camera from shaking
*Two-stage release button: Halfway pressing for auto-focus, complete pressing for taking pictures.
*Power source: Two AAA-type batteries (2XAAA Batteries not included)
*Battery life: Approximately two months of continuous shooting with a delay of 5 min, an exposure time of 4 min 56 s, and an interval of 5 min.

Compatible with:
Canon (Replacement for RS-60E3)
EOS Digital Rebel
Digital Rebel (aka 300D)
Rebel T1i (aka 500D)
Rebel XT (aka 350D)
Rebel XTi (aka 400D
Rebel XS (aka 1000D & Kiss F)
Rebel XSi (aka 450D & Kiss X2)
EOS Kiss/New Kiss/Kiss 7/Kiss III
Rebel 2000, Rebel G, Rebel G II, Rebel T1, Rebel T2, Rebel T2i
ELAN 7, ELAN 7E, ELAN 7N, ELAN II, ELAN IIE, IX LITE
PowerShot G10/G11
Pentax (Replacement for CS-205)
K10D/K110D/K100D/K20D/K200D/KM
*ist D/DS/DS2/DL/DL2/K10
MZ-6, MZ-L, ZX-L
Hasselblad: H/H1/H2/H2D/H1D
Contax: 645/Nl/Nx/N/N Digital/LA-50
Samsung: GX-20 GX-10 GX-1L GX-1

Specifications:
*Model: RS-60E3 Timer Remote Control Cord
*Length of cord: 91 cm (3 ft. approx.)
*Shutter release button: Dual Stage Button (halfway / complete)

Functions:
*Delay / Self Timer (DELAY)
*BULB/Long Exposure (LONG)
*Interval Timer (INTVL)
*Exposure Count (N)

Features

• K100D,K110D, K10D, *ist Ds2, *ist D, *ist Ds, *ist, *istDL, *ist DL2
• Samsung GX-1L, GX-1S, GX-10
• Canon EOS 30, 33, 50E, 300, 300V, 3000, 50, 300D (Digital Rebel)
• 350D (Digital Rebel XT), 400D (Digital Rebel XTi), 450D (Digital Rebel XSi), 500D, 1000D
• Timer delay: 0s to 99hrs 59min 59s in 1s increments

List Price: $99.95
Sale Price: $35.95
You save: $64.00 (64%)

Description

Premium Grade Shutter Cable Release, same function as Original.Auto-focusing, Single Shot, Continous, and Bulb.16" Cord. Original Manufacture Packaging. 24 Month Manufacture Warranty.

Features

• Premium Grade Shutter Cable Release with Timer and Intervel
• Auto-focusing, interval 1sec - 100hr. Shutter Count: 1-399 times + infinity
• First Shot Delay from 1 sec. up to 100hr.
• Dimension: 15.4cm (L) x 4cm (W) x 1.8 cm (D) (cord excluded), 1.2" LCD Display, 14" Cord.
• 24 Month Manufacture Warranty

Sale Price: $24.95

List Price: $34.95
Sale Price: $5.29
You save: $29.66 (85%)

Description

This book is based around the author’s beautiful and sometimes awe-inspiring color images and mosaics of deep-sky objects. The book describes how similar "Hubble class" images can be created by amateur astronomers in their back garden using commercially available telescopes and CCD cameras. Subsequent processing and image enhancement in the "electronic darkroom" is covered in detail as well. A range of telescopes and equipment is considered, from the author’s 11-inch with Hyperstar camera, down to more affordable instruments. Appendices provide links to free software – not available from a single source – and are themselves an invaluable resource.

Sale Price: $34.95

Description

Over last couple of years webcam astrophotography has literally exploded onto the astronomy scene. It has rapidly evolved from simple black-and-white imaging into long-exposure full-color imaging with quality that rivals more conventional astrophotography. In many cases webcams have become the cameras of choice for lunar and planetary imaging. you can get started in webcam astrophotography very inexpensively. You don't need to invest $10,000 in a high end CCD camera, telescope and software. A basic webcam costs about $100.. Software to control the camera and process the images is free. If you have a telescope (practically any telescope will work) and a computer you are ready.In this Video you will learn:The best webcams to useHow to attach a webcam to your telescope.How to focus your webcamWhat software to useHow to stack and process your imagesand More!This product is manufactured on demand using DVD-R recordable media. Amazon.com's standard return policy will apply.

List Price: $149.99
Sale Price: $129.99
You save: $20.00 (13%)

Description

This tried-and-true refractor goes the extra distance in introducing the novice to the wonders of the night sky. The Observer 70 features a 70mm fully anti-reflection coated achromatic objective lens, which provides 36% more light-gathering ability than a 60mm. Its 700mm focal length (f/10) will show you the stark beauty of the lunar surface, Saturn's rings, Jupiter's atmospheric belts, or the billowy clouds of the Orion Nebula. The included EQ-1 equatorial mount comes equipped with dual slow-motion controls for manual star tracking and adjustable aluminum tripod. Includes an EZ Finder II finder scope to help you zero in on your celestial targets, two eyepieces - 25mm (1.25") and 10mm (1.25") - and 90-deg star diagonal. One year limited warranty.

Orion’s Observer 70 EQ combines the solid optical performance of a classic achromatic refractor with a German style equatorial mount. The Observer 70 features very good optics and 36 percent more light gathering power than 60mm beginner scopes. The complete accessory package includes high and low power eyepieces, a 90 degree star diagonal, a red-dot finder, illustrated instructions, and Orion‘s Starry Night Special Edition astronomy software. The Observer 70 EQ features very good optical performance. Achromatic refractors have a two piece objective lens, the second lens element compensates for “chromatic aberration”, the false color or blue fringes seen in low cost telescopes. In daylight tests I see very little blue fringing with the standard equipment 10mm eyepiece (70X magnification), and none at all with the 25mm eyepiece (28X). Stars and planets show up very nicely with the Observer 70. The quadruple star in the Orion Nebula known as the Trapezium is cleanly split into four components with the 10mm eyepiece (70X magnification). When I combine the 10mm eyepiece with a 2X Barlow lens for 140X magnification, I’m treated to lovely views of Saturn’s rings and the little orange disk of Mars. My view of the Moon is delightfully crisp and clear; the 25mm eyepiece nicely frames the Lunar disk, and using the 10mm eyepiece I can easily see mountain peaks and terraced walls inside the crater Copernicus. The Observer 70 EQ also features an aluminum tripod and an EQ-1 equatorial mount. The equatorial mount is a little more complicated to balance and align than the Observer 70 AZ , but the reward is better slow motion control and tracking at magnifications over 100X. Simply point the equatorial axis at Polaris, the North Star, and the telescope tracks celestial objects by turning one slow motion knob. This makes it much easier to use a high power eyepiece while viewing the Moon and Planets. The “EZ Finder II” works by shining a red LED on a small window; just look through the window and line up the red spot with your target. This works OK for bright objects like the Moon and planets but not so well for finding galaxies and deep space objects. Orion’s Observer 70 EQ is simply a very good entry level telescope for a student or family. The good quality 70mm optics produce an image that is significantly sharper and brighter than 60mm beginner scopes, and the package includes a solid mount, two good eyepieces, and fully illustrated instructions. --Jeff Phillips Pros: Reliable refractor design Good views of the Moon and planets Complete accessory package Starry Night software included Cons: Finder only works for bright objects

Features

• A great entry-level refractor telescope at a very affordable price
• Reveals detailed views of the Moon and bright planets such as Jupiter and Saturn
• 70mm (2.75") aperture and 700mm focal length provides great views of bright night-sky objects
• Includes sturdy tripod and equatorial (EQ) mount for convenient manual slow-motion tracking of celestial objects
• Includes two eyepieces, finder scope, focuser, 90-degree mirror diagonal for comfortable viewing
• Free Starry Night astronomy software and DVD, and more!

List Price: $30.95
Sale Price: $20.95
You save: $10.00 (32%)

Description

Celestron Telescope Astrophotography T-Adapter - 1-1/4in Universal 93625

Features

• Allows attachment of 35mm SLR camera to the prime focus of your telescope
• Great for terrestrial, short exposure lunar and planetary photography
• Use with separate guidescope for long exposure deep-sky photography
• Fits any type of telescope that uses a 1.25-inch focuser or visual back
• Both a T-Adapter and T-Ring are required to mount camera

Sale Price: $19.99

Description

The Moon's disk, even at partial phases, is intensely bright with reflected sunlight. The glare washes out most of the craters, rilles, and other surface details from view. Our 1.25" Orion 13% Transmission Moon Filter reduces the glare, allowing transmission of only 13% of the reflected light. Not only will you see more surface features, but you can study them in greater comfort. The filter reduces irradiation, which is the distortion at the boundary between light and dark areas, such as along the lunar terminator. The Orion Moon Filter is especially useful to owners of large-aperture scopes, in which the Moon's brightness can be overwhelming. It uniformly reduces light over the entire visible spectrum. Screws into threaded eyepiece barrel.

Features

• The Orion 1.25" 13% Transmission Moon Filter reduces glare so you can see more lunar detail and surface features with your telescope
• Threads directly into the 1.25" barrel of your telescope eyepiece
• Especially useful for large aperture telescopes through which the light of the Moon can be extremely overwhelming
• Telescope eyepiece filter transmits only 13% of the incoming light, boosting contrast and ability to discern detail on the Moon
• Perfectly neutral color will not alter the natural color of the Moon

List Price: $15.95
Sale Price: $13.68
You save: $2.27 (14%)

Description

Celestron Telescope Moon Filter - 1-1/4" 94119-A

Features

• Celestron Moon Filter, 1-1/4'' : 94119-A

List Price: $30.00
Sale Price: $20.95
You save: $9.05 (30%)

Description

A T-Adapter allows you to attach your 35mm SLR camera to the prime focus of your telescope or spotting scope. This arrangement is used for terrestrial photography and short exposure lunar and planetary photography. It can also be used for long exposure deep-sky photography when using a separate guidescope.Both a T-Adapter and T-Ring are required to mount a camera to your instrument.

Features

• Allows attachment of your 35mm SLR camera to your telescope or spotting scope
• Compatible with NexStar 4 and for all C90 Spotting Scopes
• Excellent for terrestrial photography
• Great for short exposure lunar and planetary photography

List Price: $318.95
Sale Price: $159.95
You save: $159.00 (50%)

Description

Celestron’s 52268 90mm Maksutov Spotting Scope delivers excellent high power optics in a compact, affordable package. The 52268 package includes a backpack style soft carrying case, an 8x21 erect image finder scope, a 1.25 inch size correct image 45* prism diagonal, and a fully coated 32mm plossl eyepiece for a magnification of 39X. The Maksutov-Cassegrain design of the C90 uses a combination of mirrors and lenses; this “folded” optical system has a focal length of 1250mm in a body only twelve inches long. The Maksutov design delivers high power views without a trace of the chromatic aberration, also called blue fringing, that can distort high power views in competing refractor style spotting scopes. At 40X magnification where some low cost spotting scopes start to seem fuzzy, the C90 is just getting started. The C90 uses the same 1.25 inch eyepieces used in astronomical telescopes. The standard equipment 32mm plossl eyepiece yields a magnification of 39X, but many other eyepieces can be used to vary the magnification. The Celestron model 52268 seems very well built, with excellent multi-coatings visible on the front lens. The real beauty of this 90mm Maksutov spotting scope, however, is in the view it offers. When I use an optional 12.5mm eyepiece to look at Jupiter at 100X I can clearly see Jupiter’s major cloud bands as well as its four moons. When I look at the Moon and stars I can easily push the magnification to 200X with an optional 6mm eyepiece. When I look at birds in the backyard, I’m treated to delightful views full of vibrant color and crisp detail. With a close focus distance of only 15 feet, the detail and texture I see is simply amazing. High magnification viewing requires a solid tripod, of course. Celestron’s Heavy Duty Altazimuth Tripod comes with slow motion controls to allow the scope to be pointed precisely, and I can clamp the dovetail base on my CG5 mount for astronomical use. The other drawback to high magnification viewing is a narrow field of view; high magnification makes it hard to follow moving targets like birds in flight. Overall the Celestron C90 Maksutov Spotting Scope does a fine job as a companion to good pair of binoculars. The C90 also doubles as a portable astronomy scope; it won’t show the flag on the Moon but it will show thousands of craters on the Moon as well as showing the moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn. --Jeff Phillips Pros: Compact and portable Excellent high power optics Upgradeable with 1.25” eyepieces Adaptable for astronomy and photography Cons: Not waterproof

The Maksutov optical design is recognized for being a portable design that is easy to use and has a variety of applications, making it an excellent choice for both terrestrial and astronomical usage. This C90 Mak has excellent optics with razor sharp images over a wide field, along with built-in T-adapter threads for adapting SLR cameras. It comes with a 32mm eyepiece, 45° erect image diagonal, and 8x21 erect image finderscope.

Features

• 90 mm (3.5") Diameter Maksutov spotting scope
• Multi Coated Optics
• Comes with 32 mm Eyepiece, 45° Erect Image Diagonal and 8x21 Erect Image Finderscope
• Compact and Portable Design
• Built-in T-Adapter threads for Ease of Adapting SLR Cameras

List Price: $225.00

Description

Zhumell's Small Scope Eyepiece and Filter Kit includes the three upgrades a telescope owner needs most: Good eyepieces, a good Barlow lens, and filters to bring out lunar and planetary detail. Zhumell wraps up this package with a sturdy aluminum case lined with shock-absorbing die-cut foam. I've been very pleased with the sharp images of Saturn I get when using Zhumell lenses with my 8-inch Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope. I get sharp, ghost-free images, whether I'm using the 20mm plossl at 100x magnification or the 10mm plossl at 200x magnification. On a night when the air was still and clear I even had a delightful view at 400x by combining the 10mm plossl with the 2x Barlow. The Zhumell accessory kit includes a good-quality Barlow lens with fully multicoated optics. The four Plossl eyepieces include high-power 3.6mm and 6.3mm lenses, and medium-power 10mm and 20mm lenses. The filter set includes a polarizing filter, a moon filter, and five color filters. The polarizing filter is handy for reducing daylight glare, the same way you would use polarizing sun glasses. The colored filters are used to enhance the faint details visible on planets such as Jupiter and Mars. Unfortunately, there is no low-power eyepiece included, and the case has no slot to hold a low-power eyepiece if you supply your own. --Jeff Phillips Pros: Sharp plossl eyepieces Very good 2x Barlow Handy portable size Cons: No low-power eyepiece No room for expansion

he Zhumell Telescope 1.25 Inch Eyepiece and Filter Kit is a great way to make the most of your telescope! Zhumell kits include a selection of eyepieces and filters that optimize available light. This, in turn, allows planetary features, galaxies, and binary systems to stand out in fine detail. All kits include fully-coated 1.25 Super Plossl eyepieces to ensure image clarity.

The Zhumell Telescope 1.25 Inch Eyepiece and Filter Kit is the perfect accessory for any scope!

The Zhumell Telescope 1.25 Inch Eyepiece and Filter Kit includes:

4mm high-grade eyepiece
6mm high-grade eyepiece
12.5mm high-grade eyepiece
32mm high-grade eyepiece
2x Achromatic Barow Lens
#12 Yellow filter
#21 Orange filter
#23A Light Red filter
#56 Green filter
#82A Light Blue filter
Polarizing filters
Chrystalview Moon filter
Aluminum-sided eye-piece and filter case

Features

• Zhumell 1.25" Eyepiece Projection astrophotography kit
• Extends the range of magnification for any telescope or spotting scope when you are making pictures.
• 3.6, 6.3, 10 and 20mm Plossl eyepiece1.25"
• Also includes Universal Eyepiece Projection Adapter
• Comes with aluminum-sided case

List Price: $149.99
Sale Price: $129.99
You save: $20.00 (13%)

Description

Orion’s Observer 70 EQ combines the solid optical performance of a classic achromatic refractor with a German style equatorial mount. The Observer 70 features very good optics and 36 percent more light gathering power than 60mm beginner scopes. The complete accessory package includes high and low power eyepieces, a 90 degree star diagonal, a red-dot finder, illustrated instructions, and Orion‘s Starry Night Special Edition astronomy software. The Observer 70 EQ features very good optical performance. Achromatic refractors have a two piece objective lens, the second lens element compensates for “chromatic aberration”, the false color or blue fringes seen in low cost telescopes. In daylight tests I see very little blue fringing with the standard equipment 10mm eyepiece (70X magnification), and none at all with the 25mm eyepiece (28X). Stars and planets show up very nicely with the Observer 70. The quadruple star in the Orion Nebula known as the Trapezium is cleanly split into four components with the 10mm eyepiece (70X magnification). When I combine the 10mm eyepiece with a 2X Barlow lens for 140X magnification, I’m treated to lovely views of Saturn’s rings and the little orange disk of Mars. My view of the Moon is delightfully crisp and clear; the 25mm eyepiece nicely frames the Lunar disk, and using the 10mm eyepiece I can easily see mountain peaks and terraced walls inside the crater Copernicus. The Observer 70 EQ also features an aluminum tripod and an EQ-1 equatorial mount. The equatorial mount is a little more complicated to balance and align than the Observer 70 AZ , but the reward is better slow motion control and tracking at magnifications over 100X. Simply point the equatorial axis at Polaris, the North Star, and the telescope tracks celestial objects by turning one slow motion knob. This makes it much easier to use a high power eyepiece while viewing the Moon and Planets. The “EZ Finder II” works by shining a red LED on a small window; just look through the window and line up the red spot with your target. This works OK for bright objects like the Moon and planets but not so well for finding galaxies and deep space objects. Orion’s Observer 70 EQ is simply a very good entry level telescope for a student or family. The good quality 70mm optics produce an image that is significantly sharper and brighter than 60mm beginner scopes, and the package includes a solid mount, two good eyepieces, and fully illustrated instructions. --Jeff Phillips Pros: Reliable refractor design Good views of the Moon and planets Complete accessory package Starry Night software included Cons: Finder only works for bright objects

This tried-and-true refractor goes the extra distance in introducing the novice to the wonders of the night sky. The Observer 70 features a 70mm fully anti-reflection coated achromatic objective lens, which provides 36% more light-gathering ability than a 60mm. Its 700mm focal length (f/10) will show you the stark beauty of the lunar surface, Saturn's rings, Jupiter's atmospheric belts, or the billowy clouds of the Orion Nebula. The included EQ-1 equatorial mount comes equipped with dual slow-motion controls for manual star tracking and adjustable aluminum tripod. Includes an EZ Finder II finder scope to help you zero in on your celestial targets, two eyepieces - 25mm (1.25") and 10mm (1.25") - and 90-deg star diagonal. One year limited warranty.

Features

• A great entry-level refractor telescope at a very affordable price
• Reveals detailed views of the Moon and bright planets such as Jupiter and Saturn
• 70mm (2.75") aperture and 700mm focal length provides great views of bright night-sky objects
• Includes sturdy tripod and equatorial (EQ) mount for convenient manual slow-motion tracking of celestial objects
• Includes two eyepieces, finder scope, focuser, 90-degree mirror diagonal for comfortable viewing
• Free Starry Night astronomy software and DVD, and more!

List Price: $249.99
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The Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector is a Newtonian reflector telescope packaged with a sturdy equatorial mount, two Explorer II eyepieces, a 6x30 finder scope, and Orion‘s Starry Night Special Edition software. Invented by Sir Isaac Newton, reflector telescopes provide more light gathering power per dollar than any other telescope design. With 130mm (5.1 inches) of aperture, the SpaceProbe 130 produces images that are twice as bright as 90mm telescopes and more than four times brighter than 60mm beginner scopes. The Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector with its Explorer II eyepieces serves up bright, clear images of the Moon, the planets, and even deep space objects like star clusters and galaxies. The 25mm eyepiece magnifies the image by 36 times; when I look at the Pleiades or Seven Sisters cluster at 36X the SpaceProbe 130 shows me a bright open cluster with dozens of point-like stars filling the field of view. When I use the 10mm eyepiece (90X magnification) the lunar disk fills the field of view and the rings of Saturn are plainly resolved. And when I use an optional Ultima 2X Barlow with the 10mm eyepiece for 180X magnification I can see the cloud bands of Jupiter and pick out individual stars in bright globular clusters like M13. The EQ2 equatorial mount included with the Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector comes partially assembled, but it shouldn’t take long to set up. The trick to using an equatorial mount is to point the polar axis at Polaris, the North Star. Once the mount is aligned and balanced, the telescope tracks stars and planets at high power with just a turn of one slow motion knob. You can even add an optional motor drive for hands free tracking. The Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Newtonian Reflector Telescope is a simply a great value. The Explorer II eyepieces deliver bright sharp images of the Moon, the planets and the stars, and the EQ2 mount can be motorized for hands free tracking. --Jeff Phillips Pros: More than 4 times brighter than 60mm scopes Includes two eyepieces and a 6x30 finder Solid equatorial mount and aluminum tripod Starry Night software and SkyTheatre DVD included

Ships to the U.S. including Alaska, Hawaii, and Puerto Rico. Orion SpaceProbe 130 EQ Reflector Telescope An affordable but very capable telescope130mm aperture and 900mm focal length for great all-around viewing performanceIncludes sturdy tripod and equatorial mount for hands-free celestial trackingIncludes two eyepieces, finder scope, focuser, collimation cap, and FREE Starry Night astronomy softOne-year limited warranty A lot of folks shopping for their first telescope tell us that they have always had a fascination with the stars. They've been wanting to get a telescope for a long time, they say. We understand very well the lure of the night sky. It has intrigued mankind for millennia with its beauty and mysteriousness. And still does. So it's only natural to want to know more about it, to get a closer look. If you share this fascination, and are ready finally to spring for that telescope, then consider the affordable but very capable Orion SpaceProbe 130mm EQ Reflector Telescope. Sporting the classic long-tube Newtonian design, the Orion SpaceProbe 130mm provides great all-around viewing performance. One minute you can be studying lunar crater formations at high power; the next, the ethereal glow of a nebular star factory. A few minutes later, the ringed visage of Saturn. All served in crisp detail by way of the SpaceProbe's light-gathering 130mm (5.1") primary mirror of 900mm focal length (f/6.9). The mirror lies at the base of the rolled-steel optical tube, which is outfitted with a smooth rack-and-pinion focuser. It accepts 1.25" telescope eyepieces, including the two fully coated Explorer II telescope eyepieces that come standard with the Orion SpaceProbe 130mm: a 25mm for low-power viewing at 36x and a 10mm for higher-power looks at 90x. Also standard is a 6x30 achromatic finder scope to help home in on celestial targets. The mount is our sturdy EQ-2 equatorial model, with adjustable aluminum legs and accessory tray. Slow-motion controls allow fine

Features

• Complete 5.1" aperture reflector telescope with full-size adjustable tripod and equatorial (EQ) mount for easy manual tracking of objects in the night sky
• 900mm focal length and f/6.9 focal ratio makes the SpaceProbe 130 EQ an excellent telescope for viewing wide-field deep-sky objects like cloudy nebulas, distant galaxies, and sparkling open star clusters and bright globular star clusters
• 130mm optics gulp up light from the night sky for wonderful views of the Moon and planets like Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn
• Sturdy EQ-2 equatorial telescope mount features two slow-motion control knobs so you can keep what you're looking at in the eyepiece for extended views
• Includes two Explorer II 1.25" Kellner eyepieces (25mm and 10mm focal lengths) for two different viewing magnifications, a 6x30 finder scope for easy aiming of the telescope, collimation cap, dust caps, accessory tray, Starry Night software, and more!

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The ETX70AT is my favorite of all the low-cost computerized telescopes, because of its compact body and also because it is so easy to use. The ETX70AT package includes everything a beginner needs to get started (except batteries). So what can you see, exactly, with this little telescope? It will show you craters on the Moon, the rings of Saturn and the moons of Jupiter. Take it with you to dark country skies and the little ETX70AT will even show you galaxies and reveal the Milky Way as a brilliant river of stars. I found the low power views with the included MA25mm eyepiece, about 14X magnification, to be sharper from edge to edge than my 15X70 binoculars. Wide-field, low-power views allow you to take in the full picture of bright star clusters like the Pleiades. The Pleiades are known as the Seven Sisters because sharp eyed people can often see seven or eight stars with the naked eye, and though I've only ever been able to make out six, with the ETX70 on a good clear night, I counted 77 stars! The low power view of a rising moon, one day past full, was simply beautiful--the lunar rays splashed out of the major impact crater Tycho sharply etched against the Maria (the lunar seas). Higher magnification with the MA9mm eyepiece did begin to reveal the optical defects that short focus achromatic refractors always show. The moon was rimmed by a bright green glow, and the craters were no longer quite as sharp. When I turned my gaze to Saturn, I could plainly see the rings and Saturn's moon Titan, using either the MA9mm (39X) or my own SP6.4mm eyepiece (55X), but the image was not as sharp as it would have been in a classic style long focus refractor. The Autostar controller makes it easy to find more than 1400 celestial objects. The Autostar computer included with the ETX70AT is simply amazing. Plug in the Autostar and the batteries, point the tube North and level, and the Autostar's easy alignment routine will pick two alignment stars and help you find them. You will still need a guide book, like Nightwatch by Terrence Dickinson, to introduce you to the bright stars by name, but this is about the only detail Meade left out of the ETX70AT package. Take Autostar's guided tour of "tonight's best," and you'll soon be looking at galaxies and star clusters. Yes, you really can see galaxies with a little telescope like this. All you need are dark skies and knowing where to look. And Autostar takes care of the "knowing where to look" part. Once the telescope is aligned, bring up M31 on the menu and press "GO TO." You'll find yourself looking at the Andromeda Galaxy, two million light years away. Even from a dark location in the country you'll see why amateur astronomers refer to galaxies as "faint fuzzies." This view of faint and fuzzy galaxies is very much the way they looked to comet hunter Charles Messier who first discovered these so called "M" objects. A surprising number of people with bigger telescopes also own one of these little ETX refractors. There's no doubt about it, a compact, computerized telescope that actually finds things for you is just plain cool. --Jeff Phillips Pros: It's easy to find objects with the Autostar computer Wide field views Cons: Planet views could be better

Let Meade high-resolution optics and revolutionary Autostar capability take you on an automated guided tour of the Solar System, the Galaxy, and beyond. Now even the most novice amateur astronomer can locate and explore the planets, galaxies, and nebulae, as well as star clusters, asteroids, and comets, all at the push of a button. The Meade ETX-70AT Astro Telescope brings the full range of celestial images to your eye with astonishing levels of clarity, resolution, and definition. Refractors This is a refractor telescope. Refractors (also known as a dioptrics) capture light with a lens at the front of a long tube and send it to an eyepiece at the other end. They look, in other words, just like what most people think of when they hear the word "telescope." Refractors offer--potentially, at least--the cleanest images of any telescope design. They are simple and reliable (the sealed tube is maintenance-free), and are good for both celestial and terrestrial viewing. Read more about different telescope designs in our buying guide All of the major planets except Pluto are easily observable through the ETX-70AT. Study Saturn and its ring system; the primary cloud belts of Jupiter as well as its four major satellites; the Moonlike phases of Mercury and Venus; prominent features on Mars; the starlike images of the distant planets Uranus and Neptune. The Moon stands out in stark, almost three-dimensional detail - craters, mountain ranges, and fault lines. In our galaxy the telescope displays hundreds of nebulae, star clusters, double and multiple stars, and variable stars - plus dozens of external galaxies in all their variations of form and structure. Terrestrial Observing The Meade ETX-70AT also makes an excellent land-view instrument for the birdwatcher, the naturalist, or for the home with a view. Image quality and resolution typically far exceed levels normally expected of terrestrial telescopes. Terrestrial observers quickly appreciate the advantages afforded by the Autostar hand controller. Using Autostar, many land objects can be readily followed, or tracked, from a distance, using one of nine selectable speeds. Optical System The ETX-70AT includes a multi-coated, achromatic objective lens of exclusive Meade design and manufactured of Grade-A crown and flint optical glass components. The lens yields razor-sharp images of astronomical and terrestrial subjects. In the optical design of ETX-70AT, light enters from the right through a 2-element objective lens and travels to a focus at the focal plane. Field stops internal to the optical tube prevent off-axis light from reaching the focal plane, thereby enhancing image contrast. The Autostar Hand Controller makes it easy The included Autostar controller permits the automatic location of over 1400 celestial objects: Solar System Planets 8 Moon 1 Asteroids 26 Comets 15 Constellation 88 Deep-Sky Named Objects 66 Galaxies 74 Diffuse Nebulae 31 Planetary Nebulae 19 Quasars 11 Caldwell Objects 109 Messier Objects 110 Stars Named Stars 79 Double Stars 395 Variable Stars 189 SAO Stars 200 Earth Satellites 50 Autostar Hand Controller For all of their advanced imaging capabilities, portability, ease of use, and contemporary cosmetic design, Meade ETX telescopes are above all uniquely defined by the revolutionary Autostar hand controller. It's easy to use: just enter the object you wish to observe on to the Autostar display, press GO TO, and watch as the telescope moves rapidly in seconds to place the object in the telescope's field of view. One observing session validates the prediction made by Sky & Telescope that "The ETX/Autostar concept will go down as the greatest happening in amateur astronomy yet." Objects stored in the Autostar's database include the entire range of celestial phenomena and are designed to keep the active observer busy for many a starlit evening. The above database listing has been specifically chosen as suitable for observing with the ETX-70AT and provides an excellent introduction to the diversity of astronomical objects visible through the telescope. In addition to its object-locating capabilities Autostar permits pushbutton centering of objects within the telescopic field at any of nine selectable speeds. Once Autostar locates an object, it directs the telescope automatically to track the object across the sky, compensating fully and precisely for the effects of the Earth's axial rotation. Ultraportable Easy to carry to any observing location, whether a distant mountaintop or your own back yard, the Meade ETX-70AT telescope brings the excitement of astronomy to users of any age. Just place the telescope on any flat surface (or use the standard-equipment field tripod), do a quick, easy alignment of the telescope's computer to the sky, and start observing. Six internal (user-supplied) AA-batteries power the ETX-70AT for about 20 hours. Features 1. Eyepiece 2. Eyepiece Holder Thumbscrew - Tightens the eyepiece in place. 3. 90° Eyepiece Holder - Holds the eyepiece upright for easy viewing. 4. Optical Tube - The main optical component that gathers the light from distant objects and brings this light to a focus for examination with the eyepiece. 5. Movable Objective Lens Cell - This component contains the telescope's lenses. The focus knob moves the cell for precise image focus. 6. Vertical Lock - Controls the manual vertical movement of the telescope. Turning the vertical lock counterclockwise unlocks the telescope enabling it to be freely rotated by hand about the vertical axis. Turning the vertical lock clockwise (to a "firm feel" only) prevents the telescope from being moved manually, but engages the vertical motor drive for Autostar operation. 7. Fork Arms - Hold the optical tube in place. 8. Focus Knob - Moves the telescope's objective lens (5, Fig. 1) in a finely-controlled motion to achieve precise image focus. The ETX-60AT and ETX-70AT telescopes can be focused on objects from a distance of about 17 ft. to infinity. Rotate the focus knob clockwise to focus on distant objects, and counterclockwise to focus on nearby objects. 9. Horizontal Lock - Controls the manual horizontal rotation of the telescope. Turning the horizontal lock counterclockwise unlocks the telescope, enabling it to be freely rotated by hand about the horizontal axis. Turning the horizontal lock clockwise prevents the telescope from being rotated manually, but engages the horizontal motor drive for Autostar operation. 10. Computer Control Panel A. Handbox (HBX) Port for the Autostar coil cord. B. LED - The red power indicator light illuminates when power is supplied to the Autostar handbox and to the telescope's motor drive. C. ON/OFF Switch - Turns the Computer Control Panel and Autostar ON or OFF. D. Auxiliary (AUX) Port - Provides connection for current and future Meade accessories, such as the Meade AstroFinder Software with Cable Connector Kit, which allows you to control your ETX from a PC. 11. Base Housing - Supports the telescope for placement on a flat, level surface, such as a tabletop or optional tripod. 12. Holes for Optional Tripod (not shown, on the bottom plate). 13. Right Ascension (R.A.) Setting Circle. 14. and 15. Cellback containing Flip-Mirror and Flip-Mirror Control Knob - ETX telescopes include an internal mirror. 16. Photo Port - Attach any 35mm camera with a removable lens to this port using an optional #64ST T-Adapter or attach the #933 Erecting Prism for correctly oriented images through the eyepiece. 17. Declination (Dec) Setting Circle (on left fork arm). 18. Autostar with attached coil cord. 19. Dust Cap. 20. Battery Compartment.

The Meade ETX-70AT brings home technology that would seem far-fetched even in speculative future-fiction. Experience push-button astronomy as high-resolution Meade optics, combined with the incredible Autostar controller take you on an automated guided tour of the Solar System, the Galaxy, and beyond. Even novice stargazers can locate and explore planets, asteroids, comets, nebulae, galaxies, and other deep space objects, all with astonishing clarity and resolution RS-232 serial interface for software Tripod Included

Features

• Exclusive multicoated, air-spaced achromatic objective lenses
• Razor-sharp images of both astronomical and terrestrial subjects
• Extremely portable at only 6.8 pounds
• Telescope can be used on any flat surface
• Meade 882 tripod included

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Astro-imaging is an immensely rewarding hobby, but the challenges involved can seem difficult to beginners. Some of the best objects to start on are the planets of our own solar system and the Moon. Big, bright targets like Jupiter, Saturn, Mars and the Moon make wonderful models as they strut their way around the Sun on their celestial catwalk. The planets are relatively easy to locate and identify in the night sky, so solar system objects prime imaging targets for all astro-imagers. The Orion StarShoot Solar System Color Imager IV is equipped with features that make it easy to take your own images of objects in our solar system. Its 1/3-inch format CMOS imaging sensor with a 1280 x 1024 pixel layout can take sharply detailed planetary and lunar images. Each pixel is a mere 3.6µm x 3.6µm in size for exceptional image resolution in 24-bit RGB color. Since the 8-bit output StarShoot Solar System Color Imager IV is progressive scan, all pixels will be used for each and every exposure. At full 1280 x 1024 resolution, you can capture up to 15 frames per second. By stacking multiple exposures to create a single picture, you can increase image detail significantly.

Features

• Now compatible with Apple computers and laptops! Included software is now Mac OS X compatible, as well as Windows 7, Vista (32 bit & 64 bit), and XP operating systems
• Our fourth generation planetary imaging camera provides an affordable way to acquire stunning astrophotos of our neighbors in the solar system
• Features a 1/3" format color CMOS imaging chip with a very small 3.6microns x 3.6microns pixel size for exceptional resolution
• Camera sensor features a 1280 x 1024 pixel layout with 1.3 megapixel resolution, progressive scan imaging uses all pixels for each exposure
• Features a 1.25" nosepiece threaded for 1.25" filters so you can enhance your astrophotos easily

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The Celestron NexImage Solar System Imager is a complete CCD solar system imager capable of producing high quality planetary images with greater light sensitivity and color fidelity than comparable CMOS imagers. -- The NexImage, along with the NexImage software package, can bring out tremendous detail and reveal a final image that will rival those taken with astronomical CCD cameras costing thousands of dollars more. -- **View and capture live video on your computer screen -- **Software automatically filters out video frames most affected by poor atmospheric "seeing" leaving only the sharpest, clearest frames to be stacked and aligned into one high quality image -- **Easy to follow quick start instructions and tutorial with sample video file that will have you producing quality images your first night out -- ** -- Camera control software allows you to manually change the gain, contrast, exposure time, frame rate and color saturation using your PC -- With the 1.25" adapter barrel, the NexImage is compatible with most any telescope. In addition, the 1.25" adapter is threaded for standard eyepiece filters and can be removed and replaced with optional focal reducer lens, adding greater versatility. --

Amazon.com Review Celestron's NexImage combines a sensitive CCD imaging device with powerful image processing software in one affordable package. Now anyone with a telescope can take pictures that are simply amazing. An image of Jupiter taken with the Celestron NexImage Solar System Imager Amateur astronomers have been taking great pictures of the moon and planets by using modified Webcams. The favored Webcams for astro-imaging have been the hard-to-find Philips ToUCam and Vesta models because of their high-performance CCD chips. Now Celestron's Neximage puts the same CCD technology in a package that's ready to use with any telescope that accepts 1.25-inch eyepieces. The NexImage includes an anodized metal nosepiece that fits in a 1.25-inch eyepiece holder. When I installed the Windows based software, I also updated my Windows Media Player files. Then I simply plugged the NexImage into my computers' USB port, and I was ready to start taking pictures. The NexImage CCD is sensitive enough that I can take "snapshots" of the Moon or Sunspots (always use a safe Solar filter, of course!) even without a motor-driven telescope. The real power of the NexImage package, however, comes from its included Registax software which automatically aligns and stacks hundreds of individual AVI video frames into one sharp, highly detailed picture. I used my 8-inch Celestron Schmidt-Cassegrain telescope (similar to the Nexstar 8 GPS ) and my 2x Ultima Barlow lens to capture some beautiful pictures of Jupiter and Saturn. The sensitive Sony CCD chip in the NexImage easily shows color and detail on Jupiter that just doesn't show up when I use CMOS-based Webcams. The fine performance of the NexImage package is limited somewhat by its included video capture software. The AmCap software doesn't give me the precise control of exposure times I'd like; I wasn't able to photograph the moon Callisto next to Jupiter, for instance, without overexposing the planet. Celestron doesn't mention the other little drawback in its ads. You'll have so much fun that your hard drive will start filling up with pictures and AVIs! --Jeff Phillips Pros: Sensitive CCD chip Fits any telescope that takes 1.25-inch eyepieces Powerful image processing software Cons: Takes practice to get the exposure time just right Software is Windows only You'll fill up your hard drive with pictures

Features

• Complete CCD solar system imager produces high-quality planetary images
• View and capture live video on your computer screen
• Software automatically filters out fuzzy frames for sharper image
• Easy to install and use
• Manually control gain, contrast, exposure time, and much more from your PC

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Astro-imaging is an immensely rewarding hobby, but the challenges involved can seem difficult to beginners. Some of the best objects to start on are the planets of our own solar system and the Moon. Big, bright targets like Jupiter, Saturn, Mars and the Moon make wonderful models as they strut their way around the Sun on their celestial catwalk. The planets are relatively easy to locate and identify in the night sky, so solar system objects prime imaging targets for all astro-imagers. The Orion StarShoot Solar System Color Imager IV is equipped with features that make it easy to take your own images of objects in our solar system. Its 1/3-inch format CMOS imaging sensor with a 1280 x 1024 pixel layout can take sharply detailed planetary and lunar images. Each pixel is a mere 3.6µm x 3.6µm in size for exceptional image resolution in 24-bit RGB color. Since the 8-bit output StarShoot Solar System Color Imager IV is progressive scan, all pixels will be used for each and every exposure. At full 1280 x 1024 resolution, you can capture up to 15 frames per second. By stacking multiple exposures to create a single picture, you can increase image detail significantly.

Features

• Now compatible with Apple computers and laptops! Included software is now Mac OS X compatible, as well as Windows 7, Vista (32 bit & 64 bit), and XP operating systems
• Our fourth generation planetary imaging camera provides an affordable way to acquire stunning astrophotos of our neighbors in the solar system
• Features a 1/3" format color CMOS imaging chip with a very small 3.6microns x 3.6microns pixel size for exceptional resolution
• Camera sensor features a 1280 x 1024 pixel layout with 1.3 megapixel resolution, progressive scan imaging uses all pixels for each exposure
• Features a 1.25" nosepiece threaded for 1.25" filters so you can enhance your astrophotos easily

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Meade CCD Color Filter Set for Meade Deep Sky Imager Pro - 04530

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Meade LS 8 in Advanced Coma-Free Lightswitch Telescope f/10 w/ UTHC 0810-03-10

Features

• LightSwitch Technology
• Astronomer Inside
• Advanced Coma-Free Optics
• Aperture: 203.2mm(8-Inch). Focal Length: 2032mm
• Simply flip the switch and the LS automatically aligns itself

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Share your passion for astronomy with others by capturing beautiful astrophotographs. Starry Night AstroPhoto Suite will help you every step of the way, from identifying objects to controlling your computerized telescope and imaging equipment to capturing and processing images. The AstroPhoto Suite combines essential features of Starry Night Pro astronomy software with MaxIm DL Lite digital imaging software in one comprehensive, easy-to-use package. Your astrophotos will reveal the colors of faint objects your eye cannot detect and details that elude even the best-trained eye in real-time viewing with a telescope. Capture images of celestial objects that rival those from professional observatories. Easily import pictures captured and processed with MaxIm DL Lite back into Starry Night Receive automatic updates of new discoveries and orbital data of satellites, comets and asteroids Features in MaxIm DL Lite - Includes the basic tools you need to produce stunning astronomical images Smooth and sharpen images by filtering out hot spots or dead pixels Calibrate images for crisp shots of the same image Combine up to 4 monochrome images into a single full-color image Supports webcams and DSLRS, including Canon EOS Digital line (1D, 1Ds, 1Dmkll, 1Dsmkll, 10D, 20D, 20Da, 300D/Rebel/KISS, 350D/Rebel XT, D30 and D60); Lumenera; Meade DSI and LPI; Nikon D70; Olympus E1, E-300, E-500; Orion StarShoot Deep-Space Set exposure sequences and durations with auto-save to capture images automatically Starry Night AstroPhoto Suite upgrade includes - DVD-ROM for Windows XP containing Starry Night AstroPhoto, astronomy software plus plug-in for MaxIm DL Lite CD-ROM for Windows 98/ME/2000/XP containing MaxIm DL Lite imaging software Exclusive SkyTheater DVD with over an hour or original movies about space Starry Night Companion, a 192-page illustrated astronomy book New, comprehensive 210-page U

Features

• Plan observing sessions with Event Finder that instantly displays celestial events, such as lunar and solar eclipses and conjunctions, for months far into the future
• Create Observing Lists of astronomical objects using a variety of filters such as magnitude, altitude above horizon, type or database. Quickly see what objects you have observed and which ones you still need to hunt down
• Find targets effortlessly with three-view starhopping charts customized to your equipment
• Select your equipment and FOV indicators from expanded default database of over 300 Orion, Meade, Celestron and Vixen scopes, binoculars, SBIG, Apogee, FLI and Starlight Express CCD chips and more
• Controls most popular brands of computerized telescopes including Orion SkyQuest Intelliscope, Meade LX-200 and AutoStar and Celestron Nexstar series (additional cable required)

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The Carson StarMapLight Red-LED Flashlight SL-1 is a red LED flashlight for low-light use. This Carson Flashlight is great for astronomy, photographic darkrooms, or reading theater programs without disturbing others. The StarMapLight Red LED Flashlight SL1 by Carson comes with

The SL-11 StarMapLight from Carson Optical is a red LED flashlight designed for low-light use, and is ideal for applications such as photography darkrooms, astronomy, and illuminating your tent without disturbing fellow campers. The light includes a convenient attached keychain, making it easy to take with you everywhere. Specifications Runs on two G13A button cell batteries (included) Measures one by 3.6 inches (W x D) One-ounce weight About Carson Optical Carson is a leading supplier of consumer optics products for major catalog companies, nationwide retailers, and direct to consumers. The company's product line covers categories from recreation, sports, hobby, education, and crafts with products ranging from high-end binoculars to low-cost magnifiers.

Features

• Red LED flashlight designed for low-light use
• Ideal for photography darkrooms, astronomy, and illuminating your tent without disturbing fellow campers
• Includes convenient attached keychain, making it easy to take with you everywhere
• Runs on two G13A button cell batteries (included)
• Measures one by 3.6 inches (W x D); one-ounce weight

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The Carson StarMapLight Red-LED Flashlight SL-1 is a red LED flashlight for low-light use. This Carson Flashlight is great for astronomy, photographic darkrooms, or reading theater programs without disturbing others. The StarMapLight Red LED Flashlight SL1 by Carson comes with

The SL-11 StarMapLight from Carson Optical is a red LED flashlight designed for low-light use, and is ideal for applications such as photography darkrooms, astronomy, and illuminating your tent without disturbing fellow campers. The light includes a convenient attached keychain, making it easy to take with you everywhere. Specifications Runs on two G13A button cell batteries (included) Measures one by 3.6 inches (W x D) One-ounce weight About Carson Optical Carson is a leading supplier of consumer optics products for major catalog companies, nationwide retailers, and direct to consumers. The company's product line covers categories from recreation, sports, hobby, education, and crafts with products ranging from high-end binoculars to low-cost magnifiers.

Features

• Red LED flashlight designed for low-light use
• Ideal for photography darkrooms, astronomy, and illuminating your tent without disturbing fellow campers
• Includes convenient attached keychain, making it easy to take with you everywhere
• Runs on two G13A button cell batteries (included)
• Measures one by 3.6 inches (W x D); one-ounce weight

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Binoculars come in a wide range of shapes and sizes these days, and an even wider range of prices. It's easy to spend less than $100 or more than $500 for what may appear to be, at least outwardly, comparable models. While they may look the same, they are probably quite different on the inside. Recently, the binocular market has seen a flood of giant binoculars at prices that were unheard of just a few years ago. In general, giant binoculars are defined as those that magnify the view 10 times or more and have 70-mm or larger front (objective) lenses. It used to be that the least expensive giant binoculars cost in excess of $150, even $200. All that changed not long ago, when the bottom fell out of the price cellar. Now, several companies import giant binoculars that sell for half that, or less. Celestron's 15x70 SkyMaster binoculars are one of the leaders in the low-price giant binocular arena. They certainly sound good on paper. The SkyMasters include multicoated optics and BaK-4 internal prisms, two features that promise brighter, better images, and key points to look for when judging a pair of binoculars. They also come with an adapter for attaching them to a photo tripod, which is a must to use them to their fullest, and a soft carrying case. But just because they are cheap doesn't always mean they are worth the price. Would it be better to save up for a more expensive pair? To find the answer, I had an opportunity recently to judge the SkyMasters against a pair of Fujinon 16x70 FMT-SX binoculars , one of the finest pairs of giant binoculars sold today. Like the SkyMasters, the Fujinons feature BaK-4 prisms, but also have fully multicoated optics. As a general rule, superior coatings mean superior image sharpness and contrast. But then, that should be expected, given that the Fujinons cost many times more than the Celestrons. While the Fujinons were clearly the better performer, the Celestron SkyMasters held up admirably. Image brightness, quality, and contrast were all remarkable considering their bargain price. Although images were a little soft across the outer 25% of the Celestron's field, the overall view was impressive nonetheless. Some inexpensive binoculars have very sloppy focusing, causing the eyepieces to tilt and shift. Not so with the SkyMasters. I found that their center-focusing mechanism worked smoothly, with no apparently backlash or wobble. Eye relief (the distance you hold your eyes away from the eyepieces to see the full field) is stated to be 18 mm, a good distance for higher power binoculars and an important consideration if you must wear glasses when viewing. The SkyMasters are also light enough to support by hand for short periods of time, although buyers would be well advised to mount them on a sturdy photo tripod. The bottom line is, if you are considering a pair of giant binoculars, whether for bird watching, stargazing, or another recreational use, and have a limited budget, Celestron's giant 15x70 SkyMasters represent an excellent value. --Phil Harrington, author of Star Ware and Star Watch Pros: Exceptional value for the price Light enough to support by hand BaK-4 prisms Multicoated optics Cons: Outer 25% of the field is soft and a little blurry Requires a tripod to use for extended periods

Celestron and ;s SkyMaster Series of large aperture binoculars are a phenomenal value for high performance binoculars ideal for astronomical viewing or for terrestrial (land) use - especially over long distances. Each SkyMaster model features high quality BAK-4 prisms and multi-coated optics for enhanced contrast. Celestron has designed and engineered the larger SkyMaster models to meet the special demands of extended astronomical or terrestrial viewing sessions. The 15x70 version is one of the most popular models in the series. It offers serious large aperture light gathering in an affordable and reasonably lightweight configuration.

Features

• Multi-coated optics
• Large aperture perfect for low light conditions and stargazing
• Tripod adapter
• 13 mm (0.51 in) long eye relief ideal for eyeglass wearers
• Diopter adjustment for fine focusing

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Handy fold-down eyecups prevent prescription glasses and sunglasses from scratching. Bushnell is the leading brand in high-performance binoculars, and the Falcon series offers powerful magnification at an economical price. Versatile, and ideal for stadium sports, bird-watching, hunting, and many other outdoor applications, the 10x50 model boasts a durable design and rubberized, abrasion-resistant finish. An InstaFocus lever provides smooth feedback, with just enough tension to fine-tune magnification, while a Porro prism and coated lenses provide sharp viewing. For those who wear eyeglasses, or sunglasses on bright days, clever fold-down eyecups protect your lenses from scratching. Specifications 10X magnification 50-millimeter lens diameter Auto focusing Porro prism 25-foot close focusing distance 27-ounce weight Nine-millimeter eye relief Five-millimeter exit pupil 300-foot field of view at 1,000 yards About Bushnell Bushnell has been the industry leader in high-performance sports optics for over 50 years. Its guiding principle is to provide high quality, reliable, and affordable sports optics products for a wide variety of applications. Bushnell products have consistently won design and performance awards from prestigious organizations, and the company's product lines enhance the enjoyment of outdoor pursuits such as spectator sports, nature study, hunting, fishing, birding, and stargazing. The company often incorporates emerging technologies that combine leading edge design with performance innovation, which has made it one of the most recognized and reputable sports optics brands in the world.

Bushnell Falcon 10x50 Porro Prism Black Binoculars 133450

Features

• Boasts durable design and rubberized, abrasion-resistant finish
• Porro prism and coated lenses provide sharp viewing
• 10X magnification, 50-Millimeter lens diameter, and auto focusing Porro prism
• 25-Feet close focusing distance, 27-Ounce weight
• 9-Millimeter eye relief and 5-Millimeter exit pupil, 300-Feet field of view at 1000 yards

List Price: $37.95
Sale Price: $24.44
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Description

Celestron UpClose 10x50 Binocular 71137 Wide Angle

Features

• Fully coated optics and BK7 prisms,
• Protective rubber covering,
• 10 x 50 Wide angle - 7 degree Angular Field of View, 367 ft.
• No-Fault Lifetime Warranty,
• Water resistant body and nylon carrying case

Sale Price: $120.56

Description

Powerful 60mm coated lens telescope, perfect for beginniners interested in astronomy. With a focal length of 800mm (f/13), budding astronomers will be able to detect close-up details of celestial phenomena as well as terrestrial views of nature or the urban landscape. Includes aluminum tripod with slow motion control rod for easy vertical micro adjustment. 33" x 23 5/8" x 49 1/8" high. Includes instructions. Eye Pieces: SR4MM, H12.5 & H20MM Magnification: 200X, 64X, & 45X Barlow Lens Magnification: 600X, 192X & 120X

Features

• Image shown may not be true representation for size or quantity of this product, please refer to the size and quantity stated in the above product title, or to description below!

Sale Price: $449.00

Description

This beautiful solid brass refractor telescope is mounted on a solid brass and hardwood tripod. The telescope uses precision ground glass optics to produce a bright and clear 18-power non-inverted image. The main tube is wrapped in a hand sewn high quality 100 percent leather sheath. The dark brown leather sheath adds distinctive styling and eliminates fingerprints or tarnish on the main tube. The telescope is focused by rotating a large adjusting ring near the eyepiece. The telescope is 29 inches (73.6 cm) long with a main tube 2 1/4 inches (5.7 cm) in diameter, and has an objective lens diameter of 42 mm. A removable 2 3/4 inch (7.0 cm) diameter brass cap protects the objective lens. This Stanley London telescope is mounted on a sturdy two-section telescoping rich cherry-stained solid hardwood tripod with a heavy brass casting. The height of the telescope is adjustable from a minimum height of 37 inches (94 cm) to a maximum height of 59 inches (150 cm) tall. The telescope is easily removed from the tripod, and the tripod collapses efficiently for compact storage. The telescope with tripod weighs 15 1/4 pounds (6.9 kg). This beautiful brass telescopes are perfect for your office or home, near a view window, for viewing the water, landscape, the Moon and Jupiter.

Features

• Easily removable from its tripod, which collapses efficiently for compact storage.
• Telescope length is 29 inches (73.6 cm), 2 1/4 inches (5.7 cm) in diameter, and has an objective lens diameter of 42 mm.
• A removable 2 3/4 inch (7.0 cm) diameter brass cap protects the objective lens. Maximum telescope height of 59 inches (150 cm) tall.
• The telescope with tripod weighs 15 1/4 pounds (6.9 kg).
• Heavy solid brass and extremely sharp optics.

List Price: $125.00
Sale Price: $49.99
You save: $75.01 (60%)

Description

Here is our best value, full featured telescope. This simple to assemble and easy to use refractor telescope will amaze and astonish you with its outstanding views of the Moon, Saturn's Rings and plenty of deep-space objects such as the Beehive star clusters, the Orion Nebulae and binary star systems. Sporting a 50mm objective lens and a long 600mm focal length, this telescope can achieve magnifications from 30x to 75x using the two included eyepieces. Also included is a full-sized aluminum tripod with an altazimuth mount, making it simple for you to "point-and-shoot" within 5 minutes of opening the box. This fantastic telescope is great for bird watching, mountain gazing, and is perfect for high-rise apartment dwellers who want to scan the city. There is no better telescope value than our great 50mm refracting telescope!

Features

• 50mm Objective Lens / 600mm Focal Length
• Detachable Finder Scope, Collapsible Aluminum Tripod
• H 8mm Eyepiece & H 20mm Eyepiece
• Collapsible Aluminum Tripod, Star Map
• Map Of The Moon & Instruction Manual

Description

William Herschel made and sold many telescopes of this type. He used his own 7ft telescope (which would have been very similar to this one) with a 6.2 inch aperture magnifying images 227 times (depending on the eyepiece used), to make his second review of the heavens in 1781 from his house in New Kings Street, Bath. It was during this review that he discovered the planet Uranus. Herschel was able to supplement the pension granted him by

Features

• William Herschel made and sold many telescopes of this type. He used his own 7ft telescope (which would have been very similar to this one) with a 6.2 inch aperture magnifying images 227 times (depending on the eyepiece used), to make his second review of the heavens in 1781 from his house in New Kings Street, Bath. It was during this review that he discovered the planet Uranus. Herschel was able to supplement the pension granted him by
• This item is uploaded and managed by National Maritime Museum
• © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London

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William Herschel made and sold many telescopes of this type. He used his own 7ft telescope (which would have been very similar to this one) with a 6.2 inch aperture magnifying images 227 times (depending on the eyepiece used), to make his second review of the heavens in 1781 from his house in New Kings Street, Bath. It was during this review that he discovered the planet Uranus. Herschel was able to supplement the pension granted him by

Features

• William Herschel made and sold many telescopes of this type. He used his own 7ft telescope (which would have been very similar to this one) with a 6.2 inch aperture magnifying images 227 times (depending on the eyepiece used), to make his second review of the heavens in 1781 from his house in New Kings Street, Bath. It was during this review that he discovered the planet Uranus. Herschel was able to supplement the pension granted him by
• This item is uploaded and managed by National Maritime Museum
• © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London

List Price: $649.95

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BRAND NEW SHORT TUBE NEWTONIAN EQUATORIAL REFLECTOR TELESCOPE Diameter=150mm (6") - Focal point=750mm (30") and 1400mm (55") Full Coating = al+sio Clear aperture 6inches = 150mm Focal length 29.38inches = 750mm Focal ratio f/5 Mirror thickness 0.625inches = 16mm Thickness/diameter ratio 1:9.6 Surface Accuracy = 1/8. Using a barlow correcting lens, this almost doubles the 750 mm power, this makes it 1400 mm. The tripod is aluminum, fully adjustable and foldable with a very nice accessory tray to hold your telescope lenses and other accessories. This telescope is mounted on a fully functioning and precise equatorial mount. A counterweight, latitude scale, setting circles and slow motion controls on both axes are standard, so you have a fully loaded telescope right from the start. This mount is the most rigid and stable in its price range. It features precision worm gears for extremely smooth motion. Simple schematic of how the telescope works. Observe hundreds of galaxies, nebulae, and star clusters of all types your very first night out, and hundreds more the next night out, Simply by observing through your new telescope. Watch as the telescope moves effortlessly and smoothly from major planet to asteroid to galaxy to nebula with the flexible slow moving controls on each axis, placing every object in the center of the telescopic field. Study fine fault lines on the Moon, structural detail in Jupiter s cloud belts and Red Spot, the Cassini division in Saturn s rings, and much more. This is a discontinued model a major US known manufacturer. The factory is in China. We purchased the rest of the pulls from them.. They will come in a Generic box, Warranty is through us. Our agreement to them was not to disclose the Manufacturer name, this is why we were very specific with the specifications in the ad. Every thing you need, this is a complete kit, great for beginners and provides plenty of room for growth. S&H IS $10.50

Features

• LIMITED TIME $10.50 FOR SHIPPING !
• FREE TRIPOD ALUMINUM AND ACCESSORIES
• METAL TUBE
• Clear aperture 6inches = 150mm
• Surface Accuracy = 1/8

List Price: $73.95
Sale Price: $27.99
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In 1609, world-renowned Italian scientist, Galileo Galilei, introduced an elementary telescope to the growing astronomy community, which sparked interest into the mysterious night sky for centuries to come. Four centuries later, in celebration of the International Year of Astronomy 2009, Celestron offers the portable FirstScope Telescope. The FirstScope pays tribute to Galileo Galilei and many of history's most notable astronomers and scientists by displaying their names around the optical tube. Honoring the contributions of these men and women, who brought us one step closer to understanding the universe around us. The FirstScope is a wonderful keepsake for anyone interested in astronomy. This quality Dobsonian style telescope features a 76mm aperture reflector optical tube. FirstScope is an ideal entry-level astronomical telescope. It is very easy to observe with; you simply navigate the night sky by moving the tube in the direction of the desired object, making the viewing experience a snap! The compact design makes it easy enough to take with you on your next outdoor adventure. FirstScope is also stylish enough to be a decorative fixture on your bookshelf or desk.

Features

• FirstScope Telescope
• 76mm aperture reflector optical tube
• Moveable tube for ease of navigation for viewing
• Lightweight, portable
• Two eyepieces included

List Price: $30.95
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Celestron Telescope Astrophotography T-Adapter - 1-1/4in Universal 93625

Features

• Allows attachment of 35mm SLR camera to the prime focus of your telescope
• Great for terrestrial, short exposure lunar and planetary photography
• Use with separate guidescope for long exposure deep-sky photography
• Fits any type of telescope that uses a 1.25-inch focuser or visual back
• Both a T-Adapter and T-Ring are required to mount camera

List Price: $225.95
Sale Price: $139.99
You save: $85.96 (38%)

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CES1071 Features: -Telescope. -PowerSeeker collection. -Color: Black. -Material: Aluminum. -127 mm (5'') Newtonian reflector. -3x Barlow lens triples the magnifying power of each eyepiece. -Quick and easy no-tool setup. -Slow motion controls for smooth tracking. -Erect image optics - ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use. -Fully coated glass optical components with high transmission coatings. -Enhanced image brightness and clarity. -Accessory tray for convenient storage of accessories. -''The Sky'' level 1 planetarium software with 10,000 object database. -Dimensions: 11'' H x 17'' W x 33'' D.

Features

• 3x Barlow Lens
• German Equatorial Mount
• 127mm Aperture
• 1000mm Focal Length
• Comes with aluminum tripod and accessory tray

Sale Price: $320.00

Description

A real working replica of Newton's reflecting telescope, with 10x magnification. Looks great and includes its own base.
Instructions in Japanese, but very detailed pictured steps, easy to build!

Sale Price: $549.99

Description

Orion(r) SkyQuest(TM) XT Classic Dobsonians It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on these gentle giants. For not only do their jumbo-sized optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," raved Astronomy magazine, but they're also the most affordable quality Dobs on the market. SkyQuest XT Classics aren't just good bang for the buck, they're a supernova of telescope value! XT Classics give you the deep-space thrills without the deep-pocket frills. We've kept them lean and mean to keep their prices low for tight budgets. But rest assured, they come fully equipped for adventure, whether you're a beginning stargazer or are graduating to a more capable instrument. All Classics feature an expertly figured parabolic mirror housed in an enameled steel optical tube. The tube rides on a stable Dobsonian base that allows easy point-and-view navigation and has a convenient carrying handle. A 2" Crayford focuser (XT6 has 1.25" rack and pinion focuser), EZ Finder II aiming device, 25mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece (1.25"), and quick-collimation cap are all standard equipment. Setup takes only a minute, leaving the rest of the evening to marvel at the planets, the Moon, and a myriad of deep-sky treasures. Enjoy the fantastic views â?" and savings! One-year limited warranty.

Features

• The Orion SkyQuest XT10 Classic Dobsonian is a big 10" aperture reflector telescope with a small price tag
• Gobbles up light for great views of deep-sky objects such as nebulas, galaxies, star clusters,
• Simple "point-and-view" Dobsonian design reflector telescope is easy and fun to use for the whole family
• Stable Dobsonian telescope base and Orion CorrecTension friction optimization system
• Includes precise 2" Crayford focuser, 25mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece,
• EZ Finder II reflex sight, collimation cap, dust caps, and Starry Night software
• It keeps reflector optical tube perfectly balanced in any position
• And close-up views of more nearby targets like the Moon and planets

Sale Price: $291.16

Description

CARSON RP-300 REDPLANETAPERTURE 114MM (4.5") 45X - 100X MAGNIFICATION; FOCAL LENGTH 900MM (35.4"); 6 X 30MM FINDER SCOPE; K20MM & K9MM EYEPIECES; EQUATORIAL MOUNT WITH STURDY ALUMINUM TRIPOD

Sale Price: $380.00

Description

Features equatorial Newtonian reflector, 3" aperture, 35" focal length, 5" x 24" finderscope, equatorial mount with setting circles and slow-motion controls, three different sized eyepieces, two Barlow lenses, and metal adjustable tripod with slow-motion control rod for easy vertical micro adjustment. Measures 28" x 5'. Gift boxed.

Sale Price: $99.99

Description

If you're looking for an affordable entry-level telescope for that beginning astronomy enthusiast, our SpaceProbe 3 Altaz is the perfect choice. Great for all-around stargazing, this highly portable, uncomplicated scope is just the right size and weight for the entire family, and just the right price for parents. This is a quality telescope, with a 3" (76mm) glass primary mirror mounted in a sturdy Neptune Blue Metallic aluminum tube. The rack-and-pinion focuser accepts standard 1.25" eyepieces. Two Explorer II eyepieces, a low-power 25mm (28x) and a high-power 10mm (70x), are included. An EZ Finder II finder scope mounted on the tube helps zero-in on the sky target. The altazimuth mount is lightweight and easy to use. To aim it, simply move it up or down or left or right. An adjustable, aluminum tripod with accessory tray is also included. One-year limited warranty.

Orion's surprising little Spaceprobe 3 has been picked by independent reviewers as one of the best telescopes in its price class. Unlike similar telescopes seen in discount stores, Orion has refined the Spaceprobe 3 by paying attention to the little details, and that make this telescope a great value. The Spaceprobe 3 comes with an unusually complete set of accessories. The package includes two very good Explorer II eyepieces (25mm and 10mm), an adjustable altazimuth tripod, a good red-dot finder, a student edition of "The Sky" planetarium program, and a well written manual. The package even includes the tools you'll need to assemble the telescope and align the optics. The Spaceprobe 3 is a Newtonian reflector. That means it uses mirrors instead of lenses. Newtonians are primarily used for astronomy because the images are upside-down. Orion includes a collimation tool and good directions for aligning the mirrors. The reward for aligning the mirrors is seen in images that snap into sharp focus. My Spaceprobe 3 arrived properly aligned right out of the box. With its Explorer II eyepieces, this telescope consistently delivers fine views. Using the 25mm eyepiece (28x magnification) the Pleiades cluster is simply wonderful, showing dozens of stars. From a rural location with a dark sky, the Orion Nebula is a big ghostly glow, and when I zoom in with the 10mm eyepiece, the Trapezium resolves into four tiny pinpoints. The double star Gamma Andromeda becomes two beads of light, one gold, the other one pale blue. Moon and planet images are crisp, with none of the false color I see in low cost refractors. When I look at the Moon I see mountains and terraced walls inside the larger craters. With the 10mm eyepiece (about 70x), Saturn's rings are sharply separated from the planet, and I can even pick out the planet's shadow on the rings. The Altazimuth mount included with this telescope is light and easy to use; it may be the best choice for a young astronomer. If you want motorized tracking of the stars and planets, Orion's Spaceprobe 3 EQ is available with an equatorial mount, and Celestron sells essentially the same optical system with the computerized NexStar 76GT. -Jeff Phillips Pros: Best in class optical performance Two good Explorer II eyepieces Complete accessory package Cons: Small 76mm aperture Upside-down terrestrial images

Features

• A fantastic beginner telescope that's lightweight.
• 76mm aperture reflector telescope is large enough for wonderful views of the Moon.
• The included EZ Finder II makes finding celestial objects a breeze.
• Includes two 1.25" telescope eyepieces, EZ Finder II reflex sight, smooth rack and pinion focuser.

List Price: $29.00
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The new Opteka RC-4 remote control makes taking group photos easy by allowing you to take pictures away from the camera. The RC-4 allows the selection of either a 2-second shutter delay or instant shutter release. The RC-4 is completely dedicated to the Canon EOS Digital Rebel, XT, XTi, XSi, T1i, T2i, T3i, Elan 7ne, 7n, 7e, T2, K2, 60D, 300D, 350D, 400D, 450D, 500D, 550D, 7D, & 5D Mark II

Features

• Wireless camera operation for Digital Rebel, XT, XTi, XSi, T1i, T2i, T3i, 60D, 7D, 5D Mark II and most film EOS SLR's.
• Allows for shutter release up to 16 feet
• Instant or 2-second shutter release delay
• Makes group photos easy
• Battery included, Typical Battery Life - up to 2 years, 10,000 exposures

List Price: $29.00
Sale Price: $7.00
You save: $22.00 (76%)

Description

The new Opteka RC-4 remote control makes taking group photos easy by allowing you to take pictures away from the camera. The RC-4 allows the selection of either a 2-second shutter delay or instant shutter release. The RC-4 is completely dedicated to the Canon EOS Digital Rebel, XT, XTi, XSi, T1i, T2i, T3i, Elan 7ne, 7n, 7e, T2, K2, 60D, 300D, 350D, 400D, 450D, 500D, 550D, 7D, & 5D Mark II

Features

• Wireless camera operation for Digital Rebel, XT, XTi, XSi, T1i, T2i, T3i, 60D, 7D, 5D Mark II and most film EOS SLR's.
• Allows for shutter release up to 16 feet
• Instant or 2-second shutter release delay
• Makes group photos easy
• Battery included, Typical Battery Life - up to 2 years, 10,000 exposures

Sale Price: $14.39

Description

The timer can be set anywhere from 1 second to 99 hours, 59 minutes, 59 seconds. The buttons can be operated with a single thumb. The LCD panel can be illuminated. The remote has a stylish and ergonomic design. This timer remote cord allows the camera shutter to be released from a distance and prevents the camera from shaking
*Two-stage release button: Halfway pressing for auto-focus, complete pressing for taking pictures.
*Power source: Two AAA-type batteries (2XAAA Batteries not included)
*Battery life: Approximately two months of continuous shooting with a delay of 5 min, an exposure time of 4 min 56 s, and an interval of 5 min.

Compatible with:
Canon (Replacement for RS-60E3)
EOS Digital Rebel
Digital Rebel (aka 300D)
Rebel T1i (aka 500D)
Rebel XT (aka 350D)
Rebel XTi (aka 400D
Rebel XS (aka 1000D & Kiss F)
Rebel XSi (aka 450D & Kiss X2)
EOS Kiss/New Kiss/Kiss 7/Kiss III
Rebel 2000, Rebel G, Rebel G II, Rebel T1, Rebel T2, Rebel T2i
ELAN 7, ELAN 7E, ELAN 7N, ELAN II, ELAN IIE, IX LITE
PowerShot G10/G11
Pentax (Replacement for CS-205)
K10D/K110D/K100D/K20D/K200D/KM
*ist D/DS/DS2/DL/DL2/K10
MZ-6, MZ-L, ZX-L
Hasselblad: H/H1/H2/H2D/H1D
Contax: 645/Nl/Nx/N/N Digital/LA-50
Samsung: GX-20 GX-10 GX-1L GX-1

Specifications:
*Model: RS-60E3 Timer Remote Control Cord
*Length of cord: 91 cm (3 ft. approx.)
*Shutter release button: Dual Stage Button (halfway / complete)

Functions:
*Delay / Self Timer (DELAY)
*BULB/Long Exposure (LONG)
*Interval Timer (INTVL)
*Exposure Count (N)

Features

• K100D,K110D, K10D, *ist Ds2, *ist D, *ist Ds, *ist, *istDL, *ist DL2
• Samsung GX-1L, GX-1S, GX-10
• Canon EOS 30, 33, 50E, 300, 300V, 3000, 50, 300D (Digital Rebel)
• 350D (Digital Rebel XT), 400D (Digital Rebel XTi), 450D (Digital Rebel XSi), 500D, 1000D
• Timer delay: 0s to 99hrs 59min 59s in 1s increments

List Price: $30.95
Sale Price: $20.95
You save: $10.00 (32%)

Description

Celestron Telescope Astrophotography T-Adapter - 1-1/4in Universal 93625

Features

• Allows attachment of 35mm SLR camera to the prime focus of your telescope
• Great for terrestrial, short exposure lunar and planetary photography
• Use with separate guidescope for long exposure deep-sky photography
• Fits any type of telescope that uses a 1.25-inch focuser or visual back
• Both a T-Adapter and T-Ring are required to mount camera

Sale Price: $549.99

Description

Orion(r) SkyQuest(TM) XT Classic Dobsonians It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on these gentle giants. For not only do their jumbo-sized optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," raved Astronomy magazine, but they're also the most affordable quality Dobs on the market. SkyQuest XT Classics aren't just good bang for the buck, they're a supernova of telescope value! XT Classics give you the deep-space thrills without the deep-pocket frills. We've kept them lean and mean to keep their prices low for tight budgets. But rest assured, they come fully equipped for adventure, whether you're a beginning stargazer or are graduating to a more capable instrument. All Classics feature an expertly figured parabolic mirror housed in an enameled steel optical tube. The tube rides on a stable Dobsonian base that allows easy point-and-view navigation and has a convenient carrying handle. A 2" Crayford focuser (XT6 has 1.25" rack and pinion focuser), EZ Finder II aiming device, 25mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece (1.25"), and quick-collimation cap are all standard equipment. Setup takes only a minute, leaving the rest of the evening to marvel at the planets, the Moon, and a myriad of deep-sky treasures. Enjoy the fantastic views â?" and savings! One-year limited warranty.

Features

• The Orion SkyQuest XT10 Classic Dobsonian is a big 10" aperture reflector telescope with a small price tag
• Gobbles up light for great views of deep-sky objects such as nebulas, galaxies, star clusters,
• Simple "point-and-view" Dobsonian design reflector telescope is easy and fun to use for the whole family
• Stable Dobsonian telescope base and Orion CorrecTension friction optimization system
• Includes precise 2" Crayford focuser, 25mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece,
• EZ Finder II reflex sight, collimation cap, dust caps, and Starry Night software
• It keeps reflector optical tube perfectly balanced in any position
• And close-up views of more nearby targets like the Moon and planets

Sale Price: $599.99

Description

Orion's SkyQuest XT8i Intelliscope Dobsonian Computerized Telescope combines powerful 203mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in a nicely portable package. With the included IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator, the amateur stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank. It's like having your own personal tour guide to the universe! The optical tube houses an 8" (203mm) parabolic mirror and rides on our state-of-the-art Dobsonian base, equipped with springless CorrecTension friction control for smooth movement and always-perfect tube balance. One-year limited warranty.

Features

• Large Dobsonian reflector telescope with 8" aperture allows you to see faint deep-sky objects such as nebulas and galaxies, in addition to fantastic views of the Moon and planets
• Locating those faint deep-sky objects is simple with the IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator - it includes more than 14,000 objects in its database, and points you right to each one
• Select the object you wish to view from the IntelliScope database, then simply follow the directional arrows displayed on the hand controller by moving the telescope until the object is right in the eyepiece field of view - it's easy!
• The ultra-stable Dobsonian telescope base keeps the reflector optical tube perfectly balanced for easy point-and-view use
• A precise Crayford focuser allows use of larger format 2" telescope eyepieces - the bright, wide-field view of the Andromeda galaxy in a low power 2" eyepiece is jaw-dropping!

List Price: $199.99
Sale Price: $179.99
You save: $20.00 (10%)

Description

Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector TelescopeLaunch a lifetime of stargazing with this compact, ready-to-use telescopeTop-notch optics show you the moon, the planets, the stars and moreScope comes fully assembled so you can go from box to backyard in minutesHigh-quality optics, point-and-view ease of use, remarkable portability, all for less than $200Your ticket to space-tourism without the zero-G nauseaMaybe it's because many of us started out with those frustrating little department store refractors, but at Orion we strive to offer quality telescopes for beginners that are easy to use and will inspire their natural inclination to explore.The Orion StarBlast is one such telescope. Pint-sized in stature, it's a real reflecting telescope that's super-simple to use and yet manufactured with the kind of quality you'd expect in more expensive models.The Orion StarBlast is a point-and-view telescope that swivels smoothly on its sturdy, low-profile base. No complicated setup is required. In fact, it comes pre-assembled and ready for action right out of the box! Just carry it outdoors by its built-in handle, place it on the ground or on a picnic bench, and let the fun begin!Inside the StarBlast's 18"-long steel tube are real, quality telescope optics, including a 114mm (4.5") parabolic mirror. With the two Explorer II telescope eyepieces, upcoming skywatchers will see spectacular views of the Moon's craters, the planets, star clusters, and lots of other exotic space stuff. Aiming the Orion StarBlast is easy with the EZ Finder II "red dot" finder scope. The package also includes an eyepiece rack and a snap-on dust cap.The Orion StarBlast will not only give beginners hour after hour of fun, but will also nurture their interest in the night sky. One-year limited warranty. This item cannot be shipped internationally due to its size and weight.

Features

• Compact 4.5-inch (113-mm) f/4 Newtonian reflector, comes ready to use
• Only 25 inches tall, it makes a great "grab-and-go" telescope for impromptu observation sessions
• With a tabletop altitude-azimuth mount, 6- and 17-mm Explorer II 1.25-inch eyepieces

List Price: $419.99
Sale Price: $399.99
You save: $20.00 (5%)

Description

This remarkable scope combines powerful 150mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in one nicely portable package. And with the included IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator, even the novice stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank. It's like having your own personal tour guide to the universe! The optical tube rides on our state-of-the-art Dobsonian base, equipped with springless CorrecTension friction control for smooth movement and always-perfect tube balance. This telescope comes complete with a 1.25" rack-and-pinion focuser, two Sirius Plossl eyepieces, finder scope, eyepiece rack, nav knob, carrying handle, and snap-on dust cap.

Features

• Intelligent push-to Dobsonian telescope can lead you to more than 14,000 celestial objects with its included IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator
• 6" aperture f/8.0 reflector telescope gathers enough light for bright close-up views of the Moon and planets
• An ideal telescope for planetary and Moon viewing, also provides sharp views of brighter deep sky objects such as galaxies, nebulas and star clusters
• Simple Dobsonian point-and-view ease of use plus IntelliScope smarts equals a telescope for a lifetime
• Includes 1.25" rack & pinion focuser, two Sirius Plossl 1.25" eyepieces, a 6x30 right-angle correct-image finder scope, eyepiece rack, collimation cap, Starry Night software and more!

Description

This small brass reflecting telescope uses a curved mirror rather than an objective lens to collect light and produce the observed image..

Features

• This small brass reflecting telescope uses a curved mirror rather than an objective lens to collect light and produce the observed image..
• This item is uploaded and managed by National Maritime Museum
• © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London

Description

This small brass reflecting telescope uses a curved mirror rather than an objective lens to collect light and produce the observed image..

Features

• This small brass reflecting telescope uses a curved mirror rather than an objective lens to collect light and produce the observed image..
• This item is uploaded and managed by National Maritime Museum
• © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London

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This small brass telescope is a reflecting telescope that uses a curved mirror rather than an objective lens to collect light and produce the observed image..

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• This small brass telescope is a reflecting telescope that uses a curved mirror rather than an objective lens to collect light and produce the observed image..
• This item is uploaded and managed by National Maritime Museum
• © National Maritime Museum, Greenwich, London

List Price: $199.99
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Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector TelescopeLaunch a lifetime of stargazing with this compact, ready-to-use telescopeTop-notch optics show you the moon, the planets, the stars and moreScope comes fully assembled so you can go from box to backyard in minutesHigh-quality optics, point-and-view ease of use, remarkable portability, all for less than $200Your ticket to space-tourism without the zero-G nauseaMaybe it's because many of us started out with those frustrating little department store refractors, but at Orion we strive to offer quality telescopes for beginners that are easy to use and will inspire their natural inclination to explore.The Orion StarBlast is one such telescope. Pint-sized in stature, it's a real reflecting telescope that's super-simple to use and yet manufactured with the kind of quality you'd expect in more expensive models.The Orion StarBlast is a point-and-view telescope that swivels smoothly on its sturdy, low-profile base. No complicated setup is required. In fact, it comes pre-assembled and ready for action right out of the box! Just carry it outdoors by its built-in handle, place it on the ground or on a picnic bench, and let the fun begin!Inside the StarBlast's 18"-long steel tube are real, quality telescope optics, including a 114mm (4.5") parabolic mirror. With the two Explorer II telescope eyepieces, upcoming skywatchers will see spectacular views of the Moon's craters, the planets, star clusters, and lots of other exotic space stuff. Aiming the Orion StarBlast is easy with the EZ Finder II "red dot" finder scope. The package also includes an eyepiece rack and a snap-on dust cap.The Orion StarBlast will not only give beginners hour after hour of fun, but will also nurture their interest in the night sky. One-year limited warranty. This item cannot be shipped internationally due to its size and weight.

Features

• Compact 4.5-inch (113-mm) f/4 Newtonian reflector, comes ready to use
• Only 25 inches tall, it makes a great "grab-and-go" telescope for impromptu observation sessions
• With a tabletop altitude-azimuth mount, 6- and 17-mm Explorer II 1.25-inch eyepieces

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Little scientists will love this two-in-one telescope and microscope. View everything from a microbe to the moon! See small things magnified 50x, 150x, or 250x. Attach the telescope tube to convert DuoVision into a 15x telescope, bringing distant objects up close. This complete science kit includes three interchangeable microscope eyepieces (50x, 150x, and 250x), one prepared slide, two blank slides, 10 specimen covers, and one pair of plastic tweezers, all stored in a convenient accessories box. The microscope is equipped with a two-way light (two "AA" batteries required for bulb, not included). Measures 12.1" x 9.2" x 3.6".

Features

• Two-in-one telescope and microscope
• 15x telescope
• 50x, 150x, or 250x microscope
• 2-way light source
• For Ages 7+

List Price: $139.95
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Celestron PowerSeeker telescopes are a great way to open up the wonders of the Universe to the aspiring astronomer. The PowerSeeker series is designed to give the first-time telescope user the perfect combination of quality, value, features and power. Amateur astronomy is a great family hobby that can be enjoyed year round, and Celestrons PowerSeekers are the ideal choice for an affordable and high quality telescope that will provide many hours of enjoyment for the entire family. PowerSeekers are quick and easy to set up even for the novice. No tools are required for assembly! Their sturdy equatorial mounts are perfect for tracking objects in the night sky, and the collapsible alt-azimuth mounts are perfectly suited for terrestrial viewing as well as astronomical use. 14 mm (4.5) diameter Newtonian reflector 900 mm focal length (f/8) German Equatorial mount with RA and DEC slow-motion controls and setting circles 5x24 finderscope 20 mm erect image eyepiece (45x) 1.25 4 mm eyepiece (225x) 1.25 Barlow lens 3x 1.25 Focuser 1.25 Adjustable aluminum tripod with accessory tray The Sky X First Light edition CD-ROM Metallic charcoal black tube color

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In 1609, world-renowned Italian scientist, Galileo Galilei, introduced an elementary telescope to the growing astronomy community, which sparked interest into the mysterious night sky for centuries to come. Four centuries later, in celebration of the International Year of Astronomy 2009, Celestron offers the portable FirstScope Telescope. The FirstScope pays tribute to Galileo Galilei and many of history's most notable astronomers and scientists by displaying their names around the optical tube. Honoring the contributions of these men and women, who brought us one step closer to understanding the universe around us. The FirstScope is a wonderful keepsake for anyone interested in astronomy. This quality Dobsonian style telescope features a 76mm aperture reflector optical tube. FirstScope is an ideal entry-level astronomical telescope. It is very easy to observe with; you simply navigate the night sky by moving the tube in the direction of the desired object, making the viewing experience a snap! The compact design makes it easy enough to take with you on your next outdoor adventure. FirstScope is also stylish enough to be a decorative fixture on your bookshelf or desk.

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• FirstScope Telescope
• 76mm aperture reflector optical tube
• Moveable tube for ease of navigation for viewing
• Lightweight, portable
• Two eyepieces included

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The Benchmark of Performance :The new Monarch 3 is setting the standard for quality in binoculars. With high reflected phase correction coated roof prisms and fully multi-coated lenses, this binocular is designed to outshine the competition!

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• High Reflective Silver Alloy Phase corrected prisms - helps eliminate the degradation of the image caused by different light phases reflecting in the binocular.
• Fully Multicoated - all lens surfaces are multicoated with anti-reflective coatings
• Polycarbonate Body - designed to be rugged and durable
• Multi-click Turn and Slide Eyecups with generous eye relief - great for eyeglass wearers
• Unmatched Warranty - 25 year No Fault repair or replace warranty

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CES1071 Features: -Telescope. -PowerSeeker collection. -Color: Black. -Material: Aluminum. -127 mm (5'') Newtonian reflector. -3x Barlow lens triples the magnifying power of each eyepiece. -Quick and easy no-tool setup. -Slow motion controls for smooth tracking. -Erect image optics - ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use. -Fully coated glass optical components with high transmission coatings. -Enhanced image brightness and clarity. -Accessory tray for convenient storage of accessories. -''The Sky'' level 1 planetarium software with 10,000 object database. -Dimensions: 11'' H x 17'' W x 33'' D.

Features

• 3x Barlow Lens
• German Equatorial Mount
• 127mm Aperture
• 1000mm Focal Length
• Comes with aluminum tripod and accessory tray

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The Hand of God combines inspiration for the mind and spirit by juxtaposing what Astronomy magazine has called “the most beautiful astrophotos ever taken” with illuminating words of scientists, poets, and theologians. Introduced by an essay from award-winning science writer Sharon Begley, this revised edition includes more than sixty new images and creates for the reader an unforgettable experience of the wonder of the universe.It was once believed that to look into the heavens was to look into the face of God. The first Hubble telescope images from space, which appeared in 1990, confirmed that sentiment in ways that are beyond imagination. These eerily luminous landscapes, splendid with color and motion, gave us a glimpse into the outermost reaches of the universe—a vast, unexplored realm where spiraling galaxies cartwheeled, nebulae shimmered, and stars were born. Dark clouds parted like gauzy curtains and allowed us to peer directly into the heart of a mystery. Since that time, more images have been captured on film that are simultaneously wondrous and troubling, restoring to our lives that very mystery that seems to be part of the human experience. Throughout history, scientists and theologians, artists and writers, poets, and philosophers have struggled eloquently to make sense of the universe and God’s part in it. Together the images in The Hand of God and the accompanying reflections encourage a sense of awe and, perhaps, purpose in an age hostile to both. “We cannot take a single step toward heaven,” French mystic Simone Weil once said. “If, however, we look heavenward for a long time, God comes and takes us up.” Perhaps it is time to look up once again.

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Choosing and Using the New CAT will supersede the author’s successful Choosing and Using a Schmidt-Cassegrain Telescope, which has enjoyed enthusiastic support from the amateur astronomy community for the past seven years. Since the first book was published, a lot has changed in the technology of amateur astronomy. The sophistication and variety of the telescopes available to amateurs has increased dramatically. Computerized SCTs, Maksutov-Cassegrains, and most recently Meade’s new and acclaimed Ritchey-Chrétiens have come to dominate the market. That means that all amateurs considering the purchase of a new telescope (not only a SCT, and not just beginners) will benefit from this detailed guide. Choosing the right telescope for particular kinds of observation (or even for general work) is far from easy – but Rod Mollise gives invaluable advice and guidance.