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Reflector Telescopes

Orion 09007 SpaceProbe 130ST Equatorial Reflector Telescope (Black)
 
Our largest aperture SpaceProbe reflector telescope is the niftiest Newtonian reflector on an equatorial mount we've seen in a long time. The Orion SpaceProbe 130ST EQ Reflector Telescope is a step up from the standard SpaceProbe 130 EQ for the more serious beginning or intermediate stargazer who wants additional performance, particularly for targeting deep-sky objects. Just what's so nifty about the Orion SpaceProbe 130ST Equatorial Reflector Telescope? The answer is best described as short and sweet. First, the short. This ST, or Short Tube, version of the SpaceProbe 130 reflector is indeed more compact than the standard model.

 

               Price: $293.91

 

 

  • This 5.1 inch aperture reflector telescope gathers an ample amount of light for great views of the planets and Moon, as well as brighter galaxies, nebulas, and star clusters

  • Short 24 inch long optical tube design for easy portability and fast f/5 focal ratio for pleasing wide-field performance makes the SpaceProbe 130ST EQ a very versatile telescope the whole family can enjoy

  • Sturdy EQ-2 equatorial telescope mount and adjustable tripod allows manual slow-motion tracking of celestial objects as they appear to migrate across the night sky

  • Complete assembled telescope weighs just 27 lbs. for convenient transport

  • Includes two 1.25 inch Sirius Plossl eyepieces (25mm and 10mm), 6x30 finder scope, 1.25inch rack and pinion focuser, tripod accessory tray, collimation cap, Starry Night astronomy software, and more!

 

The 130ST reflector telescope's optical tube measures 24 inches long compared to 33 inches on the standard 130. The focal length of the ST's 130mm (5.1inch) primary mirror is 650mm (f/5), yielding a wider field of view and brighter images for a given telescope eyepiece focal length. That brings us to sweet. The 130mm aperture primary is a diffraction-limited parabolic mirror, the same type used on much larger reflector telescopes costing many times as much. On a short-focal-length design like this one, a parabolic mirror is a must for focusing incoming light to a point and delivering sharp, detailed images. Moreover, the secondary mirror is held in an advanced holder with thin 0.5mm metal vanes, to reduce diffraction spikes and light loss. These features combined with the included 25mm (26x power) and 10mm (65x power) Sirius Plossl telescope eyepieces and quick-release 6x30 achromatic finder scope make this one sweet optical system for astronomy! The SpaceProbe 130ST EQ reflector telescope also includes a collimation cap and center-marked primary mirror for easy optical alignment. The Orion SpaceProbe 130ST telescope comes on a sturdy and precise EQ-2 equatorial mount with dual setting circles and slow-motion hand controls.

 

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Orion 09798 StarBlast 4.5 Equatorial Reflector Telescope (Blue)
 
This is inexpensive telescope for your first steps on night sky, which features everything what beginner could need from first telescope: equatorial mount, enough of aperture not only for planets but for first glimpse at deep sky also.  These controls will enhance your viewing experience by simplifying both locating and tracking objects. Trough this telescope you will be able to observe moon and brightest planets - Saturn, Jupiter, Venus, Mars, and also take first steps in deep sky observing. With this telescope you will be able to observe more than half of Mesier catalogue objects - star clusters, brightest galaxies and nebulae. Add an optional solar filter and you can observe activity on the sun..

 

                Price: $215.49

 

 

 

 

  • A wide-field reflector telescope with enough aperture to get great views of the Moon, planets, and many bright deep-sky objects

  • A fantastic general-purpose astronomical telescope - great for the beginner to test the waters with mirror optics large enough to keep you and your family busy viewing for years to come

  • Works amazingly well with the included Expanse telescope eyepieces which yield a very wide 66 degree apparent field of view - your first look at the Andromeda galaxy will knock your socks off!

  • Fast f/4 optics and a short focal length provide a very wide field of view, making it easy to locate celestial objects without having to hunt around

  • The EQ-1 equatorial telescope mount makes tracking night-sky objects extremely easy using the included slow-motion controls.

 

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  • AstroMaster 130EQ - General 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

  • German Equatorial mount with Setting circles - to accurately locate and track sky objects

  • Rugged pre-assembled tripod with 1.25" steel tube legs - Provides a rigid and stable platform

  • All coated glass optics for clear, crisp images

  • Deluxe accessory tray for convenient storage of accessories

  • "The Sky" Level 1 planetarium software with 10,000 object database and enhanced images

 

Specs

  • Optical Design: Reflector

  • Aperture: 130 mm (5.12 in)

  • Focal Length: 650 mm (25.59 in)

  • Focal Ratio: 5

  • Eyepiece 1: 20 mm (0.79 in)

  • Magnification 1: 33 x

  • Eyepiece 2: 10 mm (0.39 in)

  • Magnification 2: 65 x

  • Mount: CG-3 Equatorial

  • Optical Coatings: Aluminum

  • Weight: 28 lb (12.7 kg)

  • Finderscope: Built-on StarPointer

  • Tube Attachment: Dovetail Bar

  • Star Diagonal:

  • Tripod: 1.25" steel tube legs

  • CD ROM: The Sky L1

  • Highest Useful Magnification: 307 x

  • Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.1

  • Resolution (Rayleigh): 1.07 arcsec

  • Resolution (Dawes): 0.89 arcsec

  • Light Gathering Power: 345 x

  • Angular Field of View: 1.5 °

  • Linear Field of View (@1000 yds): 79 ft (24.08 m)

  • Optical Tube Length: 24 in (609.6 mm)

 

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You can check Celestron 31042 AstroMaster 114 EQ Reflector Telescope, it has lower aperture: 114 mm, and it is a bit cheaper

$149.98. More information and purchase: Celestron Astro Master 114mm

Celestron 31045 AstroMaster 130 EQ Reflector Telescope
 
This is inexpensive telescope for your first steps on night sky, which features everything what beginner could need from first telescope: equatorial mount, enough of aperture not only for planets but for first glimpse at deep sky also.  These controls will enhance your viewing experience by simplifying both locating and tracking objects. Trough this telescope you will be able to observe moon and brightest planets - Saturn, Jupiter, Venus, Mars, and also take first steps in deep sky observing. With this telescope you will be able to observe more than half of Mesier catalogue objects - star clusters, brightest galaxies and nebulae. Add an optional solar filter and you can observe activity on the sun..

 

                Price: $202.25

Orion 8945 SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope
 
A powerful and capable telescope, the Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian is one of our most popular reflectors due to its elegant combination of precision optics, mechanical simplicity, and rock-solid stability. You and your whole family will appreciate the bright, clear views of the night sky provided by the XT8 Classic. The Moon and planets of our solar system like Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars shine brightly in the SkyQuest XT8 Classic, allowing you to inspect them in detail. The XT8's 8-inch aperture is also large enough to gather a significant amount of light from more distant celestial objects for great views of sparkling star clusters, cloudy nebulas, and faraway galaxies. The XT8 Classic Dob is a tremendous value considering the high quality views it provides on such a wide variety of celestial objects. The point-and-view simplicity of the Dobsonian design is not as complicated as an equatorial (EQ) mount and tripod, so with a little practice, your whole family can scan the heavens just like experienced hobbyists. For any astronomer seeking serious adventure, the XT8 Classic Dob has it all! .

 

                Price: $329.99

 

 

 

 

  • A large aperture Classic Dobsonian reflector telescope at a very affordable price!

  • 8" diameter reflector optics lets you view the Moon and planets in close up detail, and has enough light grasp to pull in pleasing views of faint nebulas, galaxies and star clusters

  • A perfect Dobsonian telescope that can last a lifetime for the beginning astronomy enthusiast or whole family

  • The ultra-stable Dobsonian base keeps the reflector optical tube perfectly balanced for point-and-view ease of use

  • Includes a 2" Crayford focuser that accepts 1.25" and 2" telescope eyepieces, a 25mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece, an EZ Finder II reflex sight, collimation cap, Starry Night software, and more!

 

       Orion 10014 SkyQuest XT4.5  Dobsonian  Price: $257.45

 

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Orion 8945 SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope
 
Perfect for beginning stargazers, this tabletop reflector telescope is not a toy! With its substantial, 100mm aperture parabolic primary mirror boasting a 400mm focal length, the compact Orion StarSeeker 100mm TableTop Reflector telescope will amaze you and your family with gorgeous, detailed views of the night sky. With this capable reflector, you can study the Moon's cratered surface in detail, exploring highland mountains and vast, planar lunar seas of dark material. Bright planets like Jupiter, Saturn, and Mars shine bright in the SkyScanner 100mm Reflector, even when viewing from urban locations with mediocre seeing conditions. On especially clear evenings when viewing from areas with dark skies, the pint-sized Orion SkyScanner telescope can gather enough light for views of open and globular star clusters, bright cloudy nebulas, and even a few distant galaxies.

 

                Price: $329.99

 

 

 

 

 

  • An ideal entry-level reflector telescope with 100mm parabolic primary mirror optics - no plastic lenses as found in some other telescopes made for beginners

  • See hundreds of craters on the Moon, detail on Jupiter and other planets, even when viewing from relatively bright city locations

  • A tabletop telescope big enough to find and observe objects in the night sky, but small enough to easily store in a closet or display on a desk

  • Perfect reflector telescope for wide-angle, low-power viewing of the Milky Way and other deep sky objects when viewing from relatively dark skies

  • Includes two 1.25 inch telescope eyepieces: 20mm (for 20 power magnification) and 10mm (for 40 power magnification), EZ Finder II aiming device, Starry Night astronomy software, and more!

 

The SkyScanner includes two 1.25 inch eyepieces for magnification variety right out of the box. The included 20mm eyepiece provides moderate 20x power magnification, while the 10mm eyepiece boosts the view up to 40x power for higher magnification observations. Both eyepieces accept 1.25 inch Orion eyepiece filters (sold separately) so you can enhance views easily with specialty filters. An included Orion EZ Finder II reflex sight makes aiming the SkyScanner nice and easy. After a simple alignment procedure, simply place the EZ Finder II's red-dot on top of the area or object you want to see, and it will appear in the reflector telescope's field of view. The Orion SkyScanner 100mm TableTop Reflector is just the right size - large enough to see night sky objects yet compact enough to sit on a desk. Thanks to its small stature, the SkyScanner is a great grab-and-go telescope for visual adventures as close as the backyard table, or as far as your favorite remote dark sky site.

 

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Orion 09882 Observer 70mm Equatorial Refractor Telescope (Black)

 

THE SMARTEST TELESCOPE IN THE UNIVERSE!

A truly revolutionary product with ground breaking technology, SkyProdigy is the product of a culmination of decades of telescope advancements.  It combines electronic motors, an intelligent on-board computer, a digital camera and StarSense technology to create an automatic, instant alignment telescope that requires no input from the user.  Simply turn it on, push a button and enjoy the view!  It's that easy.

 

                  Price: $699.00

  • Reflector telescope, aperture: 130 mm (5.12 in), focal length: 650 mm (25.59 in) , focal ratio, 5, finder scope: Star Pointer MOUNT: Motorized Altazimuth

  • Sturdy Stainless Steel Tripod and Accessory Tray , CD-ROM The SkyX First Light Edition Astronomy Software Which Provides Education About the Sky

  • Battery Pack Providing over 30 Hours of Power, Proven Computer Control Technology , Database Allows Telescope to Automatically Locate Over 4,000 Celestial Objects

  • Proprietary Star Sense Technology Provides a Completely Automatic Alignment Process with No User Intervention Required

  • Flash Upgradeable Hand Control Software for Downloading Product Updates Over the Internet, Fully Automatic Alignment Procedure

 

The SkyProdigy's automatic alignment process takes only a few minutes, then you will be ready to select from thousands of objects to view.  Not sure what to look at?  Select the Sky Tour option; this feature offers a customized list of the best objects in the sky to view for your exact time and location anywhere in the world!

No knowledge of the night sky is required.  One touch innovation turns anyone into an instant astronomer!

Celestron's SkyProdigy telescopes use an integrated imaging camera and patented StarSense Technology to automatically align with the night sky and determine where the telescope is currently pointing. The camera automatically captures an image of the sky, which is processed internally to positively identify the stars in the image. Once a positive match is found, SkyProdigy determines the coordinates of the center of the captured image. The process is automatically repeated two more times so that the system has three known alignment points that can be used to make an accurate model of the night sky. From this information the user can select any celestial object in the hand controller's database, and SkyProdigy will automatically move itself to the correct position.

 

SkyProdigy 130 - General Features

  • Fully Automatic Alignment Procedure

  • Fully Computerized Altazimuth Mount

  • Quick-Release Fork Arm Mount and Optical Tube for Easy, Quick No Tool Set Up

  • Sturdy Stainless Steel Tripod and Accessory Tray

  • CD-ROM The SkyX First Light Edition Astronomy Software Which Provides Education About the Sky

  • Battery Pack Providing over 30 Hours of Power

SkyProdigy 130 - Computerized Mount Features

  • Proven Computer Control Technology

  • Database Allows Telescope to Automatically Locate Over 4,000 Celestial Objects

  • Proprietary StarSense Technology Provides a Completely Automatic Alignment Process with No User Intervention Required

  • Flash Upgradeable Hand Control Software for Downloading Product Updates Over the Internet

 

Specs

  • Optical Design: Reflector

  • Weight: 18 lbs (8.16 kg)

  • Aperture: 130 mm (5.12 in)

  • Focal Length: 650 mm (25.59 in)

  • Focal Ratio: 5

  • Finderscope: StarPointer

  • Mount: Motorized Altazimuth

  • Eyepiece 1: 25 mm (0.98 in)

  • Magnification 1: 26 x

  • Eyepiece 2: 9 mm (0.35 in)

  • Magnification 2: 72 x

  • Accessory Tray: No Tool, Quick release

  • Tripod: Steel

  • CD ROM: The SkyX First Light Edition astronomy software

  • Highest Useful Magnification: 307 x

  • Limiting Stellar Magnitude: 13.1

  • Resolution (Rayleigh): 1.07 arcsec

  • Resolution (Dawes): 0.89 arcsec

  • Photographic Resolution: 400 line/mm

  • Light Gathering Power: 345 x

  • Angular Field of View: 1.9 °

  • Linear Field of View (@1000 yds): 103 ft (31.39 m)

  • Optical Coatings: Aluminum with SiO2 overcoat

  • Secondary Mirror Obstruction: 1.7 in (43.18 mm)

  • Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Area: 11 %

  • Secondary Mirror Obstruction by Diameter: 33.2 %

  • Computer Hand Control: Fully Computerized / Flash Upgradeable

  • Slew Speeds: Nine slew speeds: 3°/sec, 2°/sec, 1°/sec, .5°/sec, 32x, 16x, 8x, 4x, 2x

  • Tracking Rates: Sidereal, Solar and Lunar

  • Tracking Modes: Alt-Az

  • Alignment Procedures: StarSense Automatic Alignment, Solar System Align

 

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Celestron S11740 Sky-Watcher 12-Inch Dobsonian Telescope

 

The Sky-Watcher 12" DOB is a big gun. If you are shooting for well resolved, elusive 12th-magnitude fuzzies, you now have the power. In fact, a very significant wow-factor extends down to viewing the stuff people usually concentrate on with 8" and 10" telescopes. Except they say, "WOW!", when they view through this super aperture amateur 12" SW telescope. You can not only be a hero to yourself, but a mystical guru to other backyard astronomers, scout groups, friends, and neighbors.

                  Old price: $1,629.99

                  Price now: $999.00

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • 12" (305 mm) Dobsonian-style Newtonian, 1500 mm focal length (f/5), 2" Crayford-style focuser with 1.25" adaptor

  • 4-element Plossl 25 mm and 10 mm 1.25" eyepieces, 8x50 RA viewfinder

  • Solid rocker-mount with Teflon bearings and tension clutch, Collapsible Tube Design For Easy Storage and Transportation

 

Astronomy is a great hobby to share, and a SW 12" DOB makes you potentially the hit of any star party. Well, so much for ego satisfaction - the point is - the SW 12" DOB is a serious telescope that will be purchased by a serious amateur who wants serious deep-sky penetrating resolution. Be advised this Light Chariot is one sweet astronomical ride! .

 

Specifications for Sky-Watcher 12" Dobsonian Telescope:

 

Shipping Weight: 

 

 113 lbs.

 

Optical Design: 

 

 Newtonian (Parabolic)

 

Aperture (Diameter): 

 

 305mm

 

Focal Length: 

 

 1500mm

 

F-Ratio: 

 

 F/5

 

Secondary Mirror Diameter: 

 

 70mm

 

Highest Practical Power: 

 

 610x

 

Resolving Power: 

 

 .38 arc sec

 

Finderscope: 

 

 8x50 RA Viewfinder

 

Focuser Diameter: 

 

 2", 1.25" adapter

 

Diagonal: 

 

 Internal

 

Eyepiece(s): 

 

 1.25", 25mm, and 10mm

 

Mount Type: 

 

 Dobsonian

 

Slow Motion Control: 

 

 Manual w/ Tension adjust.

 

Counterweight(s): 

 

 N/A

 

Piggyback Bracket: 

 

 N/A

 

Accessory Tray: 

 

 Standard

 

Ground Board Diameter: 

 

 632 740

 

Ground Board Weight(s): 

 

 18.5 kgs.

 

Motor Drive: 

 

 N/A

 

Go-To: 

 

 N/A

 

Tube Weight: 

 

 46.2 lbs.

 

 

Check Celestron S11720 Sky-Watcher 10-Inch Dobsonian Telescope , it has lower aperture: 10-inch, and it is a bit cheaper

$699.00. More information and purchase: Celestron Astro Master 114mm

 

Also: Celestron S11700 Sky-Watcher 8-Inch Dobsonian Telescope

                     

 

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Orion 11043 SpaceProbe 3 Altazimuth Reflector Telescope (teal)

 

The petite SpaceProbe 3 inch AZ reflector telescope is a great choice for kids who are curious about space and the stars. The telescope's 3 inch aperture (or diameter) gathers a good amount of light from the night sky, for impressively bright and detailed views of celestial wonders. The whole family will want to join in the fun of seeing thrilling views of the Moon, bright planets, and star clusters seen through the SpaceProbe 3 AZ telescope. Even though this telescope is great for kids, it's definitely not a toy. This is a genuine reflector telescope that will help foster a lifetime of appreciation for science and astronomy.

 

                  Price: $109.99

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • A fantastic beginner telescope for kids that's lightweight, easy to set up, and has a very affordable price tag!

  • 76mm (3 inch) aperture reflector telescope is large enough for wonderful views of the Moon, rings of Saturn, moons orbiting Jupiter, and even some brighter nebulas

  • Stable altazimuth mount and tripod provides smooth motion in both altitude (up/down) and azimuth (left/right) axes of motion

  • The included EZ Finder II reflex sight makes finding celestial objects a breeze - once aligned, just place the red-dot on the object, and you're ready to view!

  • Includes two 1.25 inch telescope eyepieces, EZ Finder II reflex sight, smooth rack and pinion focuser, reflector collimation cap, and Starry Night astronomy software

 

Beginning astronomy enthusiasts seeking an affordable entry to astronomical adventure will get it in spades with an Orion SpaceProbe 3 Altazimuth Reflector Telescope. Great for all-around astronomical observing, this highly portable, uncomplicated telescope is just the right size and weight for all family members, and just the right price for parents. The SpaceProbe 3 Altazimuth Reflector Telescope makes the night sky's treasures accessible right from the comfort of your own backyard. This inexpensive reflector telescope will amaze you with revealing views of Saturn's picturesque rings, Jupiter's moons, and the beautifully cratered terrain of our own Moon's surface. Built around a 3 inch (76mm) diameter primary mirror, the Orion SpaceProbe 3 Altazimuth Reflector Telescope also gathers enough light to snare the faint glows of some very exotic star clusters and distant nebulas! The SpaceProbe 3's focal length of 700mm (f/9.2) provides sharp views of cosmic curiosities the whole family can enjoy.

 

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Orion 8974 SkyQuest XT8 PLUS Dobsonian Reflector Telescope

 

This deluxe version of our popular 8" Dobsonian reflector telescope is loaded with top-notch feature enhancements and upgraded accessories to make every night under the stars a special experience. The Orion SkyQuest XT8 PLUS Dobsonian telescope boasts a redesigned base with weight-reducing cutouts and highly visible white trim on the baseboard. Adjustable tension knobs on the altitude axis allow you to use heavy accessories with the XT8 PLUS without the telescope drifting downwards. A big, 2" dual-speed Crayford focuser with a fine-focus ratio of 11:1 lets you dial in sharp details of celestial targets.

 

                  Price: $499.99

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • Deluxe upgrade of our popular XT8 Classic Dobsonian boasts multiple key feature enhancements and additional included accessories

  • Eye-catching metallic blue optical tube rides on a redesigned base with adjustable altitude tension knobs

  • Convenient thumbscrew-adjustable secondary mirror for easy collimation without tools

  • Features a 2" dual-speed Crayford focuser with 11:1 fine-focus provides precise focus adjustments for sharp views

  • Upgraded accessories include a 2" 28mm DeepView eyepiece, 1.25" 10mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece, Safety Film Solar Filter, Shorty 2x Barlow, eyepiece rack, EZ Finder II reflex sight, collimation cap, and more

 

Like all reflector telescopes, the XT8 PLUS may occasionally require minor collimation adjustments for peak performance, and we've made it easy for you by equipping the secondary and primary mirror with thumbscrew adjustments so you can adjust alignment without using tools. We've outfitted the XT8 PLUS with bevy of great accessories including a 2" 28mm DeepView eyepiece, 1.25" 10mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece, EZ Finder II reflex sight, eyepiece rack and collimation cap. We also include an 8" Safety Film Solar Filter for safe daytime viewing of sunspots on our nearest star and a Shorty 2x Barlow which doubles the magnifying power of any 1.25" eyepiece.

 

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