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The Orion Sirius ED102T CF EQ-G GoTo Triplet Refractor is ... Read more

The Orion Sirius ED102T CF EQ-G GoTo Triplet Refractor is perhaps the ultimate package for anyone looking for a telescope system that can be used to achieve great results for BOTH imaging and visual use. Our gorgeous Orion ED102T CF refractor is a state-of-the-art instrument featuring superb triplet apochromatic optics in a beautiful carbon fiber tube. The 3-element air-spaced objective uses FPL-53 extra-low dispersion glass for true-color performance and tack-sharp views. Its f/7 focal ratio and 102mm aperture make it a very versatile telescope, able to perform admirably on a wide variety of celestial objects. The Sirius EQ-G has become a fan-favorite mount amongst amateur astronomers thanks to its precise performance, convenient portability, and substantial payload capabilities. Internal dual-axis stepper motors offer meticulous tracking of celestial objects for great astrophotographic performance. The GoTo system allows you to select from among 42,900 celestial objects to explore visually or capture photographically using the intuitive menus on the hand controller. If you're looking for a great combination capable of achieving great results in BOTH visual and astrophotographic pursuits, pick up the Orion Sirius ED102T CF GoTo Triplet Refractor today! Weighs 54.8 lbs. assembled. GoTo system operation requires a 12-volt DC power source or AC-to-DC adapter. Minimize

Orion's SkyQuest XT8i Intelliscope Dobsonian Computerized T ... Read more

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. Minimize

Whoever coined the phrase "big things come in small package ... Read more

Whoever coined the phrase "big things come in small packages", would have definitely applied that expression to our new StarMax 90 TableTop Refractor. This ultra-compact Mak-Cass gives surprisingly big views for an instrument of its modest size, making it an elegant first telescope or a great grab-and-go second telescope! The long, 1250mm (f/13.8) focal length gives the StarMax 90 TableTop some serious magnifying power - the included 25mm and 10mm 1.25-inch Super 3-element eyepieces yield powers of 50x and 125x, respectively. It collects over 25% more light than its GoScope 80 cousin, and up to 225% more light than a 60mm refractor telescope. So you'll be able to enjoy planetary delights such as lunar landscapes, Saturn's rings and Jupiter's moons. As you scan the Milky Way, you'll also be able to pull in some open and globular star clusters, as well as a nebula or two. The tube assembly of the StarMax 90mm TableTop Refractor Telescope is attached to a stable swivel base, via a quick-release dovetail mount with adjustable altitude tension. The tube can easily be removed from the base and mounted on an optional photo tripod. The small swivel base itself can also be mounted on a camera tripod with a 3/8-inch screw. Minimize

Take a high-resolution tour of the night sky through our ne ... Read more

Take a high-resolution tour of the night sky through our new 80mm triplet ED refractor with this readily transportable Grab-n-Go package. For most of us, the best and darkest skies for visual stargazing are not right outside the back door, but are found in sometimes distant remote viewing locations away from city lights and skyglow. To make journeys to such dark-sky sites as convenient as possible we've coupled our new ED80T CF triplet refractor with the sturdy VersaGo II altazimuth mount for no-nonsense ease-of-use and exceptional portability. With the included 2" 26mm Q70 eyepiece and EZ Finder II reflex sight, you have a complete setup ready for extensive deep-sky viewing action. Amazingly, the entire set weighs a paltry 20 lbs. for easy transport to your favorite dark skies. The Grab-n-Go 80mm Triplet is also a great setup for a quick trip into the backyard when you want to observe, but would rather not drag out a heavier telescope. The lightweight ED80T CF features an 80mm triplet objective utilizing FPL-53 extra-low dispersion (or "ED") glass for optimal visual performance virtually free of chromatic aberration. Views through the 80mm triplet will be true-color and exhibit superior resolution and sharpness. Minimize

Orion Dobsonians have always been known for superb optical ... Read more

Orion Dobsonians have always been known for superb optical and mechanical quality, wonderful ease of use, and remarkably affordable prices. One other thing they - and almost all other Dobs on the market - have had in common: you pushed the telescope to your observing target by hand. Until now. Orion is pleased to herald another giant leap in Dobsonian evolution with the introduction of the SkyQuest XTg series of fully motorized GoTo Dobsonians. Now, pointing a Dob to even the most elusive of NGC curiosities is as easy as pushing a button or two on the XTg Dobsonians' illuminated hand controller. High-torque servo motors guided by two pairs of high-resolution encoders then slew the telescope right to your object of interest - any of over 42,000 objects in the GoTo controller's database. No more nudging the telescope tube continuously to keep the object from drifting out of the field of view, either. The XTg automatically tracks the object's motion, keeping it centered in the eyepiece while you savor the view. What's more, the closed-loop electronics of the XTg let you move the telescope manually - or endure the accidental bump - without losing orientation for accurate, automated GoTo pointing! Minimize

See the wonders of the universe with these Celestron comput ... Read more

See the wonders of the universe with these Celestron computerized telescopes. All glass, fully coated optics reveal the depths of our solar system. Locate all the sky has to offer through these telescopes from Celestron. Minimize

Coronado Solarscopes 40mm-400mm Personal Solar Telescope Mo ... Read more

Coronado Solarscopes 40mm-400mm Personal Solar Telescope Model: PST. Coronado 40mm-400mm Personal Solar Telescope Minimize

Our largest reflector optimized for astro-imaging boasts 10 ... Read more

Our largest reflector optimized for astro-imaging boasts 10-inch parabolic primary optics with a very fast f/3.9 focal ratio for exceptional wide-field, deep-space imaging performance. Even faint galaxies and nebulas exhibit stunning detail with limited exposure time when photographed through this large-aperture astrograph with a CCD imager or DSLR camera. You'll get incredibly bright, crisp images that will make apo refractor aficionados green with envy - and you'll have more green in your wallet thanks to this telescope's more-affordable Newtonian design. Both the 10-inch (254mm) primary and secondary mirror feature enhanced reflectivity (94%) aluminization for bright, contrast-rich images. The 82mm minor axis secondary mirror provides excellent full-field illumination with modern CCD imagers and DSLR cameras, with less than 8% light drop-off at the edge of APS-C sized sensors. The adjustable 4-vane secondary mirror holder features very thin, 1mm thick spider vanes to minimize diffraction effects in images. A center mark on the primary mirror and three easy-grip collimation knobs make optical alignment easy and precise. Extended tube length of 7.5-inches in front of the focuser blocks intrusion of off-axis light, ensuring optimum image contrast. Minimize

Explore the universe with this 3-in-1 telescope. This amazi ... Read more

Explore the universe with this 3-in-1 telescope. This amazing tool takes little scientists on a space journey through 10 real NASA space images, and teaches them all about what they're seeing through synchronized audio narration. Minimize

To capture dramatic celestial portraits with a film or digi ... Read more

To capture dramatic celestial portraits with a film or digital SLR or an astronomical CCD camera, you'll need a solid mount with excellent tracking and guiding capability and, ideally, a telescope with a large aperture and a focal ratio of f/6 or less. The Sirius 8 EQ-G reflector fills the bill nicely. With the computerized Go-To system, pushing a button or two is all it takes to swing the optical system automatically. Dual internal stepper motors then move the telescope at up to 3.4-deg per second right to your target object, tracking it while you observe or photograph it. . Now includes an upgraded 2" Crayford-style focuser. Minimize

It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on this gentle ... Read more

It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on this gentle giant. For not only does its jumbo-sized optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," raved Astronomy magazine, but it's also one of the most affordable quality Dobs on the market. The SkyQuest XT6 Classic isn't just good bang for the buck, it's a supernova of telescope value! The XT6 Classic gives you the deep-space thrills without the deep-pocket frills. We've kept it lean and mean to keep its price low for tight budgets. But rest assured, it comes fully equipped for adventure, whether you're a beginning stargazer or are graduating to a more capable instrument. It features 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, 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 - and savings! One-year limited warranty. Minimize

Here's a versatile refractor telescope designed to pack up ... Read more

Here's a versatile refractor telescope designed to pack up and go whenever you hit the road, the trail, or the air. It excels for daytime birding, nature study, and scenic long-distance viewing, and will take you way beyond the Earth's horizon after sunset for some casual nighttime stargazing and Moon viewing. The Orion GoScope 70 Backpack Refractor Telescope features a 70mm achromatic lens system for high-resolution images of distant subjects. The telescope sets up in seconds on the retractable aluminum tripod,newly upgraded to provide smoother motion and a wider, more stable stance. The three-way pan head allows smooth, easy pointing of the telescope. It comes with a correct-image prism diagonal, quality 20mm and 10mm Kellner telescope eyepieces (1.25-inch), and EZ Finder II red dot finder scope. It's a complete observational system that tucks away neatly in the specially designed backpack! Includes Starry Night Special Edition astronomy software. Weighs just 6 lbs. Minimize

Exploring the universe with a computer-controlled GoTo tele ... Read more

Exploring the universe with a computer-controlled GoTo telescope just got a whole lot cooler! Because now you can drive the telescope wirelessly right from your Apple iPhone or iPod Touch! All you need is the Orion StarSeek astronomy app (available exclusively by download from the iTunes App Store) and the StarSeek Wi-Fi Telescope Control Module, Serial/USB. The StarSeek Wi-Fi module works by creating its own local wireless network, leveraging the Wi-Fi capability built into the iPhone and iPod Touch. When coupled to the serial port on your telescope's GoTo mount, StarSeek Wi-Fi converts the Wi-Fi signal from the mobile device into serial commands used by the mount to drive the telescope automatically to any of 19,000+ celestial objects in the StarSeek app's database. StarSeek works with all Orion motor-driven GoTo telescopes, including the Atlas EQ-G, Sirius EQ-G, and StarSeeker lines, as well as with most other GoTo telescope brands. Also compatible with GoTo telescopes equipped with a USB port! Minimize

Enjoy the night sky with this iOptron SmartStar G-N114 GPS ... Read more

Enjoy the night sky with this iOptron SmartStar G-N114 GPS Newtonian telescope. Minimize

Celestron Telescopes CGE Pro 1400 HD Computerized Telescope ... Read more

Celestron Telescopes CGE Pro 1400 HD Computerized Telescope 11094. Celestron CGE Pro 1400 HD Computerized Telescope 11094 Minimize

For the most demanding enthusiast, Orion's 180mm Maksutov-C ... Read more

For the most demanding enthusiast, Orion's 180mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Computerized Telescope sets a new standard for superb high-power performance in a remarkably compact design. The 180mm (7.1") Maksutov-Cassegrain optical system has 2,700mm focal length (f/15). With 44% greater light grasp than a 150mm Mak, you'll get brighter astrophotos and better resolution. The meniscus lens is fully multicoated for maximum light transmission, further enhancing image brightness. The heavy-duty SkyView Pro EQ mount has always offered stability and precision control. With GoTo computerized capability, this popular mount effortlessly guides your scope to over 42,900 celestial gems. Minimize

If your interest in amateur astronomy runs the gamut from o ... Read more

If your interest in amateur astronomy runs the gamut from observing to astrophotography, you need an instrument that's up to the task -- like the Atlas 8 EQ-G GoTo Computerized Telescope. It's an 8" reflector telescope with precision 1000mm (f/4.9) parabolic mirror optics, perfect for visual and astrophotographic forays into deep space. It's newly upgraded with a 2" Crayford-type focuser. The beefy Atlas EQ-G mount provides incredibly stable support, thanks to its solid construction and 2"-diameter stainless steel legs. Internal DC stepper motors offer nine slew rates -- up to 3.4 deg per second -- and three tracking rates. With this GoTo computerized telescope you can visit any of 42,900 celestial objects with pushbutton ease. Minimize

The SkyProdigy 90 Computerized Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescop ... Read more

The SkyProdigy 90 Computerized Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope from Celestron is a truly revolutionary instrument which makes it easy to enjoy hours upon hours of stargazing entertainment thanks to its automatic alignment capabilities. The SkyProdigy 90 Computerized Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope employs electronic motors, an on-board computer and digital camera, and Celestron's StarSense technology for automatic, instant alignment without any input required from the user. In fact, zero knowledge of the night sky is required to align the SkyProdigy 90 computerized telescope. All you have to do is turn on the SkyProdigy 90 Maksutov-Cassegrain, push a single button, and enjoy the views. Wow! Now anyone can be an instant astronomer. The Celestron SkyProdigy 90 will take you on a high-power tour of the cosmos. The fully computerized and auto-aligning SkyProdigy single-arm altazimuth mount supports a 90mm aperture Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope which has a nice, long 1250mm focal length (f/13.9) which is ideal for obtaining high-magnification views of the night sky. The telescope is coupled to the mount via a quick-release system for easy attachment. The tripod and accessory tray can be conveniently assembled in the field without the need for tools. Two fully coated 1.25" eyepieces are included (25mm and 9mm) for two magnification options (50x and 139x respectively) right out of the box. Minimize

Stellarvue Telescopes 90mm Triplet Refractor apo Telescope ... Read more

Stellarvue Telescopes 90mm Triplet Refractor apo Telescope w/ Carbon Fiber Tube Model: EE. Stellarvue 90mm Triplet Refractor apo Telescope w/ Carbon Fiber Tube Minimize

If you have a DSLR camera, astro-imaging is an excellent an ... Read more

If you have a DSLR camera, astro-imaging is an excellent and rewarding function to add to its repertoire. Take gorgeous and accurately guided shots of the night sky and of our nearest celestial neighbors in the solar system with our Orion Stars and Solar System Bundle and your DSLR camera! Our ED80T CF Triplet 80mm ED refractor, StarShoot AutoGuider, Deluxe Off-Axis Guider, and solid SkyView Pro GoTo mount combine forces with your DSLR camera to capture stunning skyscape images for you to share with friends and family. DSLR camera not included. The included ED80T CF with its 480mm focal length (f/6.0) and fast, unobstructed triplet objective featuring ED optics virtually eliminates chromatic aberrations making the ED80T CF an excellent candidate for astrophotography use when used with the SkyView Pro GoTo EQ mount and your DSLR camera. The relatively small size and light weight of the ED80T CF telescope makes it perfectly portable for imaging expeditions to dark-sky locations. The retractable dew shield makes the ED80T CF even more compact for storage and transport, with a length of 14.3-inches with the dew shield fully retracted. The telescope measures 18.25-inches when the dew shield is fully extended to minimize peripheral glare and dew accumulation while imaging. Minimize

You'll spend hours on end scanning the Milky Way for nebula ... Read more

You'll spend hours on end scanning the Milky Way for nebulas and star clusters with this economical astro package. It has fully multi-coated 80mm f/5.0 optics and a 90-deg mirror star diagonal (1.25"). We've beefed up the finder scope to an 8x40, and included two wide-field Expanse eyepieces. The EQ-1 equatorial mount allows smooth manual tracking with the slow-motion cables, or automated tracking with optional EQ-1M electronic drive. Padded case for optical tube now included. One-year limited warranty. Minimize