Vixen 1.25" LVW Lanthanum Wide Eyepiece - 8mm # 3895
Brand | Vixen Optics |
Part Number | 3895 |
Availability | available |
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Manufacturer Description
The 8mm Vixen Optics LVW is world renowned as one of the best High Powered multi-purpose eyepieces available today.
Designed to give the maximum field of view the human eye can view sharply, these eyepieces incorporate several elements made from Premium Rare-Earth Lanthanum glass to reduce optical aberrations.
The LVW eyepiece is designed to give you an incredible wide rich field of view, while reducing any internal loss of contrast or sharpness. Stunning views of the Moon, Galaxies or extended Nebulae are sure to follow when using this eyepiece. Be careful when viewing with these eyepieces, you just may feel like you are falling into a galaxy.
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- Review by viperbob of New Jersey.
May 8, 2009Vixen Lanthanum Wide LVW8mm
Pros:Superb views,No blackouts,Nice FOV,Excellent fit and finish,Excellent brightness,Excellent contrast
Cons:Heavy on smaller scopes,Minimal lateral color
Comments:During the last star party that I went to, there were a number of high powered eyepieces for almost anyone to look through and I did plenty. I was most interested in the "Lanthanum Glass" experience. This was my third eyepiece with Lanthanum glass, and I was pleasantly surprised. This is a rather heavy 8mm eyepiece with excellent fit and finish. I'm told that's most usual with Vixen eyepieces. The field of view is a very nice 65 degrees and eye relief is an excellent 20mm. Brightness and contrast is just superb and the Moon was excellent viewing. However there was a small amount of lateral color but not that much to distract from the view. Mars also was nice with the polar caps and the different colors in view. The field was very flat with pinpoint stars and a black background.On smaller scopes there could be a weight problem, but in my f/10 SCT it was a winner. It is costly, but with this Lanthanum you get what you pay for. This one is right up there with my friend's 8mm Radian. In fact, I along with others gave this eyepiece the edge over the Radian! It also barlows very well and is threaded for filters. This is one very nice eyepiece.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? YesThis review was provided courtesy of AgenaAstro.com
Feb 14, 2008Vixen Lanthanum Wide LVW8mm
Pros:Nice FOV, excellent fit and finish, superb views, no blackouts, excellent contrast and brightness
Cons:Heavy on smaller scopes, minimal lateral color
Comments:During the last star party that I went to, there were a number of high powered eyepieces for almost anyone to look through and I did plenty. I was most interested in the "Lanthanum Glass" experience. This was my third eyepiece with Lanthanum glass, and I was pleasantly surprised.
Bottom Line: Would you recommend this item? Yes
This is a rather heavy 8mm eyepiece with excellent fit and finish. I'm told that's most usual with Vixen eyepieces. The field of view is a very nice 65 degrees and eye relief is an excellent 20mm. Brightness and contrast is just superb and the Moon was excellent viewing. However there was a small amount of lateral color but not that much to distract from the view. Mars also was nice with the polar caps and the different colors in view. The field was very flat with pinpoint stars and a black background.
On smaller scopes there could be a weight problem, but in my f/10 SCT it was a winner. It is costly at $225 new, but with this Lanthanum you get what you pay for. This one is right up there with my friend's 8mm Radian. In fact, I along with others gave this eyepiece the edge over the Radian! It also barlows very well and is threaded for filters. This is one very nice eyepiece.Sort by
Specifications
Apparent Field of View | 65° |
Barrel Size | 1.25" (31.7mm) |
Bolt Case Included | Yes - Free Agena Eyepiece Container |
Bolt Case Size | Agena 65x120mm |
Height (with Eye Guard) | 4.80" (121.8mm) |
Height (without Eye Guard) | 4.46" (113.3mm) |
Max Width | 2.20" (55.8mm) |
End Caps | 2 |
Eye Lens Diameter | 1.20" (30.5mm) |
Eye Relief by Design | 20mm |
Filter Threads | Standard 1.25" Filter Thread (M28.5 x 0.6) |
Focal Length | 8mm |
Lens Elements | 8 |
Lens Groups | 5 |
Rubber Eye Guard | Yes |
Manufacturer | Vixen Optics |
Eyepiece Focal Length | 5.1mm - 10mm |
Eyepiece Field of View | 61 - 70 degrees |
Eyepiece Series | Vixen LVW |
Barrel Type | With safety undercut |
Eyepiece Weight | 15.10oz (428.08g) |