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Celestron E-Lux Series 25mm
Save your money for something better
I have 2 of these eyepieces that I was wanting to use on a binoviewer.....One came with a scope, and the other I bought later. ((First let me say that one had different coatings (blue) from the other (green). I am not sure if this really affects th...
I have 2 of these eyepieces that I was wanting to use on a binoviewer.....One came with a scope, and the other I bought later. ((First let me say that one had different coatings (blue) from the other (green). I am not sure if this really affects th...
May 3, 2007
Astro-Physics MaxBright Diagonal
Regarded as the BEST you can get...but at a BIG price
This 2 inch diagonal is critically acclaimed as the best diagonal available. However, it also costs about $300!!! The website says it has 52 layers of dielectric coatings, which are more durable than any type of metal coating. Light transmission i...
This 2 inch diagonal is critically acclaimed as the best diagonal available. However, it also costs about $300!!! The website says it has 52 layers of dielectric coatings, which are more durable than any type of metal coating. Light transmission i...
May 2, 2007
Zeiss (Carl Zeiss Jena) Abbe Orthoscopic 8mm
No Such EP as a ZAO 8mm
Unfortunately there is no such eyepiece as an 8mm Zeiss, Carl Zeiss, or Carl Zeiss Jena Abbe Ortho. The attached picture shows a full set "Carl Zeiss Abbe Orthoscopic Eyepieces" with factory wooden case. These eyepieces only come in an A-4 (4mm), A-...
Unfortunately there is no such eyepiece as an 8mm Zeiss, Carl Zeiss, or Carl Zeiss Jena Abbe Ortho. The attached picture shows a full set "Carl Zeiss Abbe Orthoscopic Eyepieces" with factory wooden case. These eyepieces only come in an A-4 (4mm), A-...
May 1, 2007
Zeiss (Carl Zeiss Jena) Abbe Orthoscopic 12.5mm
No Such EP as a ZAO 12.5mm
Unfortunately there is no such eyepiece as a 12.5mm Zeiss, Carl Zeiss, or Carl Zeiss Jena Abbe Ortho. The attached picture shows a full set "Carl Zeiss Abbe Orthoscopic Eyepieces" with factory wooden case. These eyepieces only come in an A-4 (4mm), ...
Unfortunately there is no such eyepiece as a 12.5mm Zeiss, Carl Zeiss, or Carl Zeiss Jena Abbe Ortho. The attached picture shows a full set "Carl Zeiss Abbe Orthoscopic Eyepieces" with factory wooden case. These eyepieces only come in an A-4 (4mm), ...
May 1, 2007
Burgess Optical Binoviewer BV125
Good quality, inexpensive
This model of binoviewer is one of the many clones available today. It has 3 nylon set screws for holding the eyepieces in place, and has diopter adjustment for both eyepieces. It has about 22 mm clear aperture at the front side with or without the...
This model of binoviewer is one of the many clones available today. It has 3 nylon set screws for holding the eyepieces in place, and has diopter adjustment for both eyepieces. It has about 22 mm clear aperture at the front side with or without the...
May 1, 2007
Sky Engineering Sky Commander
Easy to use, Saves time
I have the XP4 version of Sky Engineering's Sky Commander. This allows one to update (or "flash") the unit using the serial connection on a computer. It has over 9000 objects including the Messier objects and NGC, IC, and many other catalogs, the p...
I have the XP4 version of Sky Engineering's Sky Commander. This allows one to update (or "flash") the unit using the serial connection on a computer. It has over 9000 objects including the Messier objects and NGC, IC, and many other catalogs, the p...
May 1, 2007
Celestron E-Lux Series 32mm
Celestron E-Lux Series 2" 32mm
Celestron has always made effort in their optics and this 2" 32mm eyepiece shows that!! Using an 8" f/6, the views are high contrast and a 55* FOV is perfect for looking at M31. There is also a camera adapter under the rubber eye cup! Comes with a he...
Celestron has always made effort in their optics and this 2" 32mm eyepiece shows that!! Using an 8" f/6, the views are high contrast and a 55* FOV is perfect for looking at M31. There is also a camera adapter under the rubber eye cup! Comes with a he...
May 1, 2007
Orion 80mm f/11.4 Refractor
Orion 80mm f/11.4 Refractor
Many people use this orion 80mm f/11.4 as a guide scope! I use it for both guiding and astrophotography! It's an all around great refractor telescope with very sharp views even at higher power! The focuser is very stable when using my Meade DSI! I ra...
Many people use this orion 80mm f/11.4 as a guide scope! I use it for both guiding and astrophotography! It's an all around great refractor telescope with very sharp views even at higher power! The focuser is very stable when using my Meade DSI! I ra...
May 1, 2007
Losmandy GM-8 Equatorial Mount
Excellent quality, Excellent features, Pricey
I have been using my GM-8 for more than 2 years now, and am very happy with it. One of the biggest advantages is you don't have to fumble with locks to disengage the motor to be able to move the scope by hand. This is a HUGE advantage in convenienc...
I have been using my GM-8 for more than 2 years now, and am very happy with it. One of the biggest advantages is you don't have to fumble with locks to disengage the motor to be able to move the scope by hand. This is a HUGE advantage in convenienc...
May 1, 2007
William Optics 2" SCT Crayford Focuser - Single Speed
Great Quality, Great for visual use and Webcam
This model is no longer made by William Optics. The newer ones have a laser engraved scale on the focuser shaft, and they have dual speed focusing. Dual speed focusing is a HUGE benefit, so the fact that this one was only single speed was a bit of ...
This model is no longer made by William Optics. The newer ones have a laser engraved scale on the focuser shaft, and they have dual speed focusing. Dual speed focusing is a HUGE benefit, so the fact that this one was only single speed was a bit of ...
May 1, 2007
Pentax SMC-XW 3.5mm
Pentax 3.5 XW vs 3.5 Nagler
A few months ago I purchased a Pentax 3.5mm XW even though I have a TeleVue 3.5mm Nagler. Although I enjoy the Nagler, I like the Pentax 10.5mm XL for Planetary and Lunar work so I thought I'd try the 3.5 XW. I've used and compared both 3.5mm eyepi...
A few months ago I purchased a Pentax 3.5mm XW even though I have a TeleVue 3.5mm Nagler. Although I enjoy the Nagler, I like the Pentax 10.5mm XL for Planetary and Lunar work so I thought I'd try the 3.5 XW. I've used and compared both 3.5mm eyepi...
Apr 29, 2007
Meade Deep Sky Imager
Meade Deep Sky Imager Color
Ok my review of the meade dsi-color. At first it's hard to understand the software but Meade has a web site with videos on using this so that was a big help!! I find it better for faint deep space images rather than planets but with the right filters...
Ok my review of the meade dsi-color. At first it's hard to understand the software but Meade has a web site with videos on using this so that was a big help!! I find it better for faint deep space images rather than planets but with the right filters...
Apr 29, 2007
Baader Planetarium IR Pass Filter
Baader Planetarium IR Pass Filter 1.25"
I bought this filter a few weeks ago and I've got to say, this is one filter to have for imaging!! I own a Meade dsi-color and the OEM IR-block really takes away for the image! Last night I used the IR-pass on a star cluster and at lease twice as man...
I bought this filter a few weeks ago and I've got to say, this is one filter to have for imaging!! I own a Meade dsi-color and the OEM IR-block really takes away for the image! Last night I used the IR-pass on a star cluster and at lease twice as man...
Apr 29, 2007
Agena 1.25" Super Wide Angle (SWA) Eyepiece - 15mm
Agena AstroProducts SWA 15mm
I bought this Agena 70* 15mm used but it was in new condition! The color corrective coatings are very good! The eye relief is great! Since I do a lot of imaging and viewing, parfocal is a must and this has that! So I can say by using this for the pas...
I bought this Agena 70* 15mm used but it was in new condition! The color corrective coatings are very good! The eye relief is great! Since I do a lot of imaging and viewing, parfocal is a must and this has that! So I can say by using this for the pas...
Apr 29, 2007
Orion SteadyPix Universal Camera Mount
Orion SteadyPix Universal Camera Mount
I bought the SteadyPix universal digital camera mount for my Fujifilm 2.0 digital camera and using a SWA 70 degree eyepiece, the adapter works very well and stays in place! A-focal imaging is about as easy as it gets for quick photos of the moon and ...
I bought the SteadyPix universal digital camera mount for my Fujifilm 2.0 digital camera and using a SWA 70 degree eyepiece, the adapter works very well and stays in place! A-focal imaging is about as easy as it gets for quick photos of the moon and ...
Apr 29, 2007
Orion AccuFocus Electronic Focuser
Orion AccuFocus Electronic Focuser
For astro-imaging this is a must!! You can control the speed of the focus! Easy to install and operate! The 9volt battery lasts me over 4 months! I have had many Orion accessories and this one is about the best choice I made!
For astro-imaging this is a must!! You can control the speed of the focus! Easy to install and operate! The 9volt battery lasts me over 4 months! I have had many Orion accessories and this one is about the best choice I made!
Apr 28, 2007
Orion Full Aperture Glass Solar Filters
Orion Full Aperture 6" Glass Solar Filter
This came with my Orion 6" f/8 long tube telescope! I've owned this telescope for going on 4 months now and I have used this solar filter maybe 10 times! Cleans the same way as glass and fits snug over the telescope tube! So no worries about it falli...
This came with my Orion 6" f/8 long tube telescope! I've owned this telescope for going on 4 months now and I have used this solar filter maybe 10 times! Cleans the same way as glass and fits snug over the telescope tube! So no worries about it falli...
Apr 28, 2007
Celestron 9x50 Finder Scope
Celestron 9x50 Finder Scope
I bought this Celestron 9x50 finder used and it's one of the best finders I own! Large views and this is about the only way to find those faint nebulas and clusters! I'm always buying and selling my astro stuff, but this is one item I don't think ...
I bought this Celestron 9x50 finder used and it's one of the best finders I own! Large views and this is about the only way to find those faint nebulas and clusters! I'm always buying and selling my astro stuff, but this is one item I don't think ...
Apr 28, 2007
GSO Red Dot Finder with Quick Release Bracket
GSO Multi-Target Red Dot Finder
This is my second 4 pattern red dot finder! I sold my first one because I sold it with the telescope! I missed it so much, as soon as I could, I bought another!! The coatings on the glass look great and it includes a cover for the glass! Night viewin...
This is my second 4 pattern red dot finder! I sold my first one because I sold it with the telescope! I missed it so much, as soon as I could, I bought another!! The coatings on the glass look great and it includes a cover for the glass! Night viewin...
Apr 28, 2007
Antares 1.25" 0.5x Focal Reducer
Antares 0.5x 1.25" Focal Reducer
Very nice focal reducer for under $40. Has many uses! Works great on my Meade DSI-color imager! Also works on any of my eyepieces for extra wide views! I have been using this Antares 0.5x focal reducer on many of my astro-imaging equipment, like m...
Very nice focal reducer for under $40. Has many uses! Works great on my Meade DSI-color imager! Also works on any of my eyepieces for extra wide views! I have been using this Antares 0.5x focal reducer on many of my astro-imaging equipment, like m...
Apr 28, 2007
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