telescope tasco luminova
Experiences with Tasco Luminova telescopes?
I just ordered a Tasco Luminova 675x60mm Refractor EQ telescope. I wanted to remain under $100. I'm just a beginner, and basically want to view the planets and moon. Did I make a good choice with this scope?
As someone else already said, *never* buy a telescope that markets itself primarily based on magnification. This is a sure sign that not only is the manufacturer playing on common assumption, but also that the scope itself is probably junk.
That said, I used--and still use--such a telescope that I got for a present as a kid. If you treat it well, it will work well enough. A few pointers, though:
1.) Do not use the telescope above about 120x.
2.) The tripod will almost certainly be jittery in the slightest wind; you may want to weigh it down with something.
3.) Don't use the Barlow. You should probably ditch the eyepieces as well, which I'm guessing are cheesy Ramsdens or Huygenians; even mine at least came with a decent Kellner. If you see an "SR", "R", or "H" symbol on the eyepieces, save your strength--order a few basic eyepieces from a reputable dealer (Orion, Meade, Celestron, etc.), perhaps with an adapter as well, from .965 to 1.25 for a better field of view.
Unfortunately, ordering this extra equipment will put you well above $100, making it almost worth returning the scope and buying a more expensive one. I leave that judgment to you, though--as someone else already wrote, this telescope could at least whet your appetite for something better.
I'm sorry I can't be cheerier, but good luck. For what it's worth, there are a few excellent, but relatively cheap scopes that can be had from Orion for $200 and under, namely their XT 4.5, which has had nothing but stellar reviews.
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