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Celestron 31143
Celestron 31143
Weight: 30.86 pounds
List Price: $399.00
Price: Too low to display
Key features Celestron 31143
  • 1000mm focal length
  • SkyAlign allows you to align on any three bright celestial objects
  • f9 focal ratio
  • Computerized hand control with 4,000-object database
  • Motorized Altazimuth mount
  • Model: Celestron NexStar 114 SLT Computerized Telescope

Review Celestron NexStar 114 SLT Computerized Telescope / Celestron 31143:

The NexStar 114 SLT has over twice the light-gathering power of an 80mm telescope. The 114 SLT comes with a fully computerized hand control with a database of over 4,000 celestial objects. With its pre-assembled, adjustable steel tripod, the NexStar 114 SLT can be up and ready to use in a matter of minutes. Our new SkyAlign alignment technology and the included StarPointer Finderscope with a red LED makes aligning a breeze. Compact and lightweight in design, this scope can produce images bright enough to reveal the polar ice caps on Mars or the cloud belts on Jupiter. View the details of the lunar surface or the rings of Saturn which are clearly visible with this telescope. With the extra light gathering capability of the 114 SLT, a number of the Messier objects such as the globular cluster in Hercules (M13), or the Great Nebula in Orion (M42) are available to you. Begin to explore some of the fainter Messier objects using the additional light-gathering capabilities of the 114 SLT's 4. 5 inch primary mirror. Nine slew speeds - 4 degrees per sec, 2 degrees per sec, 1 degrees per sec, 0. [+]
5 degrees per sec, 32x, 16x, 8x, 4x, 2x Tracking Rates - Sidereal, Solar and Lunar Tracking Modes - Alt-Az, EQ North & EQ South Alignment Procedures - SkyAlign, Auto 2-Star Align, 1-Star Align, 2-Star Align, Solar System Align High quality 114mm reflector Fully computerized altazimuth mount StarPointer finderscope to help with alignment and accurately locating objects Quick-release fork arm mount Sturdy stainless steel tripod and accessory tray Proven NexStar computer control technology Database allows telescope to locate over 4,000 celestial objects The Sky Level 1 & NexStar Observers List (v2. 6. 4c) CD-ROM 1. 21 arc seconds Revolution 1. 02 arc seconds Revolving Power Photographic Resolution - 228 line per mm 265x Light Gathering Power 1. 1 Degrees Angular Field of View 59 feet (17. 98 m) Linear Fie Celestron's computerized NexStar 114 SLT adds affordable GoTo technology to a compact Newtonian reflector telescope. The complete package has everything you need to get started except the batteries. The box contains high and low power eyepieces (9mm and 25mm), the computer controller, an adjustable tripod, a red dot finder, and even a planetarium program for your personal computer. The NexStar 114 SLT's compact Newtonian optics produce images that are three times brighter than 60mm beginner scopes. With this telescope it's easy to see Saturn's rings and Jupiter's cloud belts. When the night air is still and clear I've been able to see the Cassini division in Saturn's rings and even spot the shadow of Jupiter's moons crossing the planets cloud tops! Deep space objects like star clusters and galaxies also show up nicely. The Ring Nebula M57, for instance, shows up as a pale smoke ring, and globular cluster M13 begins to reveal its individual stars. Celestron's computerized SkyAlign system is remarkably quick and easy to use. If you can see the moon, you can align this telescope! When you turn on the telescope, select "Solar System Align" on the hand control, enter the date and time, point the telescope at the moon, and press the "Align" button. That's all it takes; the computerized tracking system takes over and begins tracking, quietly, and accurately. Experienced users will love the "Auto Two-Star Align" and "SkyAlign" modes because they allow the telescope to point accurately at over 4,000 objects in the NexStar database. The accurate tracking allowed me to use a Celestron NexImage to take some nice close-up pictures of the moon and planets. The biggest drawback to a computerized telescope is its battery consumption. The standard AA batteries only last a few hours, but the NexStar 114 SLT works very well with an external 12-volt battery such as Celestron's Power Tank. The other drawback comes from the NexStar 114 SLT's compact optical design. This telescope uses a short-focal-length mirror combined with a corrector lens to simulate a traditional long tube reflector. This works pretty well at moderate magnification levels, but the mirrors may need to be fine-tuned, or "collimated," to get the best high power images. I find Celestron's Collimation Eyepiece helps me get this fine tuning just right, but the reward is sharp images, even when I use the high power 9mm eyepiece with a barlow lens for a magnification over 200x. -Jeff Phillips Pros: Easy computerized GoTo system Good (but not great) optics Includes everything but the batteries Cons: Short battery life Optics may need occasional fine tuning.
Galileo Visions, Inc FS-80
Galileo Visions, Inc FS-80
Dimentions: 42 x 36 x 66 inches
Weight: 11 pounds
List Price: $159.95
Price: Too low to display
Key features Galileo Visions, Inc FS-80
  • Galileo trilogy software set - Planetarium (Star/Planet location) progam, instructional telescope videos, and Britannica "Touch the Sky, Touch the Universe" educational program and 1 Year Warranty
  • Included Accessories: Mars-Eye Finder, 2 1.25" Eyepieces(6mm & 20mm)
  • Pre-assembled metal tripod with accessory tray and retractable rubber feet.
  • Unique Features: 1.25" Format
  • Yoke Mounted 800mm x 80mm Reflector Telescope w/ Altitude Slow Motion Control Rod
  • Model: Galileo FS-80 800 x 80mm Yoke Mount Reflector Telescope

Review Galileo FS-80 800 x 80mm Yoke Mount Reflector Telescope / Galileo Visions, Inc FS-80:

The Galileo FS-80 is mounted on an altitude azimuth yoke mount. It's easy use up and down, left and right movement is great for beginners and casual star gazers alike. The Mount features a slow motion altitude adjustment rod for precision adjustments and is attached to a very sturdy, fully adjustable, pre-assembled metal tripod with retractable rubber feet. The tripod also features an accessory tray with slots to place eyepieces or lenses. The telescope tube features heavy duty metal primary and secondary mirror cells. The Galileo FS-80 optical tube assembly features an 800mm focal length. The Primary mirror is a 80mm heavy duty mirror cell with push / pull collimation screws. The primary mirror is aluminized with Silicon Monoxide Quartz overcoat providing 92% reflectivity and a resolving power of 1. 4 arc seconds. The secondary mirror has an obstruction of approximately 25% linear (approximately 6% of the total area). [+]
The optical tube assembly is diffraction limited at ?4 (0. 25 wave in Sodium light). The finderscope is Galileo's Mars Eye electronic Finderscope which helps by getting the observer behind the telescope without losing the surrounding field of view when targeting objects.
Bushnell 789930
Bushnell 789930
Dimentions: 9.6 x 13.8 x 37 inches
Weight: 19.3 pounds
List Price: $149.00
Price: $118.84
Key features Bushnell 789930
  • Large, 1.25" diameter eyepieces
  • 700mm x 3", Reflector
  • Sturdy, preassembled construciton
  • LED electronic red dot finderscope for fast positioning
  • Model: Bushnell Voyager Sky Tour 76mm Reflector Telescope

Review Bushnell Voyager Sky Tour 76mm Reflector Telescope / Bushnell 789930:

BUSHNELL 78 9930 Sky Tour Reflector Telescope 3" reflector telescope with audio hand set; Electronic hand set gives real time location of the night sky ; Illuminated mount works with the electronic hand for direction to the planets and the constellations ; 1. 25" oculars; LED finderscope; Advanced design; Includes metal full length tripod and 3 eyepieces Sky Tour Reflector Telescope.
Celestron 80
Celestron 80
Dimentions: 17 x 13.7 x 12.7 inches
Weight: 8.55 pounds
List Price: $79.99
Price: $34.74
Key features Celestron 80
  • Allows for collimation adjustments
  • Erect Image eyepiece for terrestrial use
  • Carrying strap included
  • 11% more light gathering than a 76mm telescope
  • Tripod adaptable
  • Model: Celestron Explorascope 80mm Reflector Telescope

Review Celestron Explorascope 80mm Reflector Telescope / Celestron 80:

Explore the craters of the moon, marvel at the rings of Saturn, and bring distant objects 44 times closer. This portable, easy-to-use Newtonian reflector has an impressive 80mm aperture that delivers remarkably bright images – a full 78 percent brighter than a 60mm telescope. You can use the scope on the included swivel base, hold it on your lap or mount it on a photo tripod with the included adapter. The built-in erect image lens makes it an excellent land-based daytime spotting scope to view the wonders of nature, as well. Features:11 percent brighter than a 76mm telescope & 78 percent brighter than a 60mm telescopeAttached eyepiece brings objects 44 times closerBuilt-in erect image lens for daytime land viewingDurable construction and carrying strapIdeal for hiking and backpackingIncludes adapter for tripod-mountingCare Instructions: Spot clean lensesLifetime manufacturer's warrantyBecause it weighs just five pounds, the scope goes anywhere your feet can take you – so you get more from hiking, camping and other journeys of discovery.
ORION
ORION
List Price: $329.95
Price: $329.95
Key features ORION
  • Includes 25mm Sirius Plossl eyepiece, EZ Finder II reflex sight, collimation cap, and FREE Starry Night astronomy software
  • 203mm aperture and 1200mm focal length allow you to reach deep into space for jaw-dropping images
  • Big-aperture optics + point-and-view ease of use = out-of-this-world value
  • Now includes an upgraded 2" Crayford-style focuser that accepts 1.25" and 2" eyepieces
  • The ultra-stable Dobsonian base keeps the tube perfectly balanced for point-and-view ease of use
  • Model: Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope

Review Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope / ORION:

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 XT8 Classic isn't just good bang for the buck, it's a supernova of telescope value! The XT8 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.
Celestron 31042
Celestron 31042
Dimentions: 32.5 x 16.9 x 11.4 inches
Weight: 29.55 pounds
List Price: $357.95
Price: $149.95
Key features Celestron 31042
  • Permanently mounted StarPointer
  • Quick release dovetail attachment, no tool setup
  • Pan handle Alt-Az control with clutch, for smooth and accurate pointing (21061, 21063 & 31043)
  • Erect image optics , Ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use
  • Quick and easy no-tool setup
  • Model: Celestron 31042 AstroMaster 114 EQ Reflector Telescope

Review Celestron 31042 AstroMaster 114 EQ Reflector Telescope / Celestron 31042:

If you're looking for a dual-purpose telescope appropriate for both terrestrial and celestial viewing, then the AstroMaster Series is for you. Each AstroMaster model is capable of giving correct views of land and sky. The AstroMaster Series produce bright, clear images of the Moon and planets. It is easy to see the moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn with every one of these fine instruments.
Celestron 31045
Celestron 31045
Dimentions: 34.7 x 18.6 x 11.4 inches
Weight: 38.75 pounds
List Price: $397.95
Price: $174.03
Key features Celestron 31045
  • Erect image optics , Ideal for terrestrial and astronomical use
  • Pan handle Alt-Az control with clutch, for smooth and accurate pointing (21061, 21063 & 31043)
  • Permanently mounted StarPointer
  • Quick and easy no-tool setup
  • Quick release dovetail attachment, no tool setup
  • Model: Celestron 31045 AstroMaster 130 EQ Reflector Telescope

Review Celestron 31045 AstroMaster 130 EQ Reflector Telescope / Celestron 31045:

Designed for the first time buyer. Offering exceptional value, the AstroMaster series features a compact and portable design with ample optical performance to excite any newcomer to the world of amateur astronomy. Alt-Az models have a convenient pan handle with built-in clutch for easy targeting and smooth motion. This style of mount is great for viewing nature and celestial objects. The German Equatorial mount is a good choice for viewing stars, nebulae, star clusters, and planets. A built-in setting circle aids in locating these objects. Locate and identify thousands of celestial objects on your laptop or PC with "The Sky" Level 1 software included FREE with every AstroMaster model. Which AstroMaster model best fits your needs? If you're looking for a dual-purpose telescope appropriate for both terrestrial and celestial viewing, then the AstroMaster Series is for you. [+]
Each AstroMaster model is capable of giving correct views of land and sky. The AstroMaster Series produce bright, clear images of the Moon and planets. It is easy to see the moons of Jupiter and the rings of Saturn with every one of these fine instruments. For views of the brighter deep space objects like galaxies and nebulae, we recommend the larger aperture and light gathering ability of the Newtonian reflectors. If your interest is strictly watching whales, spotting birds, viewing nature, orchecking out your favorite star or planet the altazimuth-mount.
Celestron 21045
Celestron 21045
Dimentions: 37 x 16 x 10 inches
Weight: 30 pounds
List Price: $167.95
Price: $95.42
Key features Celestron 21045
  • Newtonian optical design with a 114mm aperture and 900mm focal length
  • Affordable telescope for beginning astronomer; portable yet powerful
  • Includes 3x Barlow Lens (1.25"), 20mm eyepiece, 4mm eyepiece, aluminum tripod with accessory tray
  • Equatorial mount for tracking the sky
  • All-glass optical components with high transmission coatings for enhanced image brighness and clarity
  • Model: Celestron 21045 114mm Equatorial PowerSeeker Telescope

Review Celestron 21045 114mm Equatorial PowerSeeker Telescope / Celestron 21045:

114mm, 4. 5 inch Diameter Newtonian Reflector / 900mm focal length f/8 / 20mm and 4mm eye piece / Barlow lens 3x / Glossy Silver Tube Color Focuser - 1. 25 inch Adjustable aluminum tripod with accessory tray The Sky Level 1 I love bargains, so I was eager to try out Celestron's new Powerseeker 114 Newtonian reflector telescope. With its 4. 5-inch mirror, Celestron's Powerseeker 114 gathers three times more starlight than popular 60mm refractors. The Powerseeker package includes two eyepieces (K20 and SR4), a plastic 3x barlow, and a lightweight equatorial mount. Optically, the Powerseeker 114 holds its own when compared with my Celestron Firstscope 114EQ. Using the K20 eyepiece included as standard equipment, about 45x magnification, it's easy to see the Andromeda Galaxy and its smaller satellite galaxy M32. When compared to 60mm refractors, the Powerseeker 114 brings out much more detail in the Orion Nebula, reveals many more stars in Perseus' Double Cluster and even brings out a few individual stars in globular clusters like M13. Saturn looks quite small at 45x with the K20 eyepiece, but using my own 7. [+]
5mm eyepiece (120x) I can easily detect the shadow cast by the planet on the rings, and even glimpse the ring's Cassini Division. When the mirrors are properly lined up or "collimated," the images are reasonably sharp up to magnifications of 225x. I find a collimation tool helps get this fine tuning just right. As good as the optics are, however, the effect of cost-cutting shows up in the mechanical components. The focuser is plastic, the finder scope is plastic, the rings that attach the telescope to the tripod are plastic. Even when the tripod legs are clamped at their shortest setting, the telescope wobbles when I try to focus at higher magnifications. Celestron's instruction manual correctly recommends that most viewing be done in the range of 40x to 130x. So what about that 675x magnification proclaimed on the box? I'd say it's not worth the trouble. Overall, the Celestron Powerseeker 114 is a budget priced telescope with good optical performance, especially when using the low power K20 eyepiece. If you're willing to spend a little more money, either Orion's SkyQuest XT4. 5 or Celestron's Firstscope 114EQ will give you a sturdier mount, an improved finder scope, and better eyepieces. Also, for about the price of the Powerseeker 114, I like the dependable refractor design of Celestron's Firstscope 70EQ. -Jeff Phillips Pros: Low cost Good optics Serviceable K20 eyepiece Cons: Wobbly mount Difficult to collimate Plastic finder and focuser.
Celestron 31145
Celestron 31145
Dimentions: 28 x 12 x 8 inches
Weight: 33.07 pounds
List Price: $439.00
Price: Too low to display
Key features Celestron 31145
  • SkyAlign allows you to align on any 3 bright celestial objects
  • Focal ratio: f5
  • Computerized hand control with 4,000-object database
  • Focal length: 650mm
  • Motorized Altazimuth mount
  • Model: Celestron NexStar 130 SLT Computerized Telescope

Review Celestron NexStar 130 SLT Computerized Telescope / Celestron 31145:

Celestron Nexstar 130SLT Newtonian Reflector Telescope lets you travel through our solar system and explore nearby stars and galaxies without leaving earth. It acts as a window to worlds beyond knowledge and imagination. With SkyAlign and PC connectivity, you become familiar with other worlds. If the many wonders of deep space fascinate you but you don't know how to find those fascinating sights, why not let this Celestron telescope do the finding for you? The new SkyAlign easy alignment technology and Star Pointer red dot LED finder of the Celesctron NexStar 130 SLT 5. 1? go-to reflector make lining up on the sky a breeze. Once aligned, the scope's computer hand control will find more than 4,000 celestial objects for you and will track them unerringly while you observe at your leisure. With its pre-assembled adjustable height steel tripod and easy no-tool assembly, the NexStar 130 SLT can be up and ready to take you on a tour of the Universe in a matter of minutes. The 130mm aperture of the NexStar 130 SLT gathers well over two and a half times as much light as even an advanced 80mm refractor, for not much more money, giving you deep space images that are bright and well defined. With the appropriate high power eyepiece and a resolution 62% higher than an 80mm scope, it will give you lunar/planetary images that are crisp and detailed. Whether an advanced entry-level scope for the beginning astronomer, or a second scope for the more-than-casual backyard astronomer, the NexStar 130SLT takes you beyond. [+]
Adjustable height tripod Celestron 2-Year Warranty Celestron’s computerized NexStar 130 SLT adds affordable "Go-To" technology to a compact Newtonian reflector telescope. By using mirrors instead of lenses, the Newtonian optics of the NexStar 130 SLT produce an image nearly five times brighter than the NexStar 60 SLT refractor telescope. The package includes everything except the batteries, and features easy no-tool setup, two good eyepieces, and even includes a student version of "The Sky" planetarium software. The Newtonian design of the NexStar 130 SLT is optimized to produce bright images over a wide field of view. When I use an optional 32mm Plossl eyepiece, the famous Double Cluster in Perseus looks like a display of celestial fireworks with streamers of stars trailing across the 2 degree field of view. The standard equipment 25mm eyepiece magnifies the image about 26 times, with a wide field of view just right for viewing deep space objects like star clusters or the Orion Nebula. The included 9mm eyepiece (72x magnification) offers great views of the Lunar disk and globular star clusters like M13. And when I add a 2x Barlow lens to the 9mm eyepiece for a total magnification of 144x, I can easily see cloud bands on the planet Jupiter and pick up detail in Saturn’s rings. The NexStar 130 SLT also features Celestron’s patented SkyAlign technology. With SkyAlign I don't need a star chart or a compass to align the telescope, I just enter the date and time then point the telescope at three bright stars. SkyAlign tells me the star names, and allows the telescope to find over 4,000 stars, planets, and galaxies by just pushing a button. The accurate tracking makes it easy to get high power views of the planets, and allowed me to take some great pictures using a Celestron NexImage webcam. I also like the "Two-Star align" and "Solar System align" modes because I can often get the NexStar system up and running while older scopes are still waiting for their alignment stars to appear in he twilight. Reflector telescopes offer more light gathering power per dollar than any other design, but that value is balanced by the fact that the mirrors may need to be aligned or "collimated" occasionally. Using Celestron’s Collimation Eyepiece I had no trouble fine tuning the optical alignment, and I was rewarded with sharp views of Lunar craters even when I pushed the magnification up to the theoretical limit of 300x. The other drawback of a computerized telescope, of course, is battery consumption. An optional PowerTank battery is a handy way to power the NexStar 130 SLT, and I like to keep the tripod legs short and observe while seated because this gives me a solid and comfortable view. -Jeff Phillips Pros: Wide field views Computerized go-to tracking Light and portable Cons: Short battery life Sensitive to vibration Suggested Options: Celestron Accessory Kit Celestron PowerTank battery Celestron Collimation Eyepiece.
ORION 9804
ORION 9804
Weight: 22 pounds
List Price: $199.95
Price: $199.95
Key features ORION 9804
  • Sturdy Dobsonian mount and handy grip knob allow for effortless maneuvering
  • 114mm aperture and 910mm focal length for views of lunar craters, planets, nebulas, and galaxies
  • One-year limited warranty
  • ".... a new standard for the beginner's telescope" -- Sky & Telescope (4/01)
  • Includes 2 eyepieces, finder scope, focuser, and FREE Starry Night astronomy software
  • Model: Orion SkyQuest XT4.5 Dobsonian Reflector Telescope

Review Orion SkyQuest XT4.5 Dobsonian Reflector Telescope / ORION 9804:

Without spending a fortune you can get a telescope that will not only satisfy the kids, but the kid in you! Our SkyQuest XT4. 5 is a quality telescope, with point-and-view simplicity that makes it easy to use and makes stargazing fun! The optical performance is far and away better than flimsy department store models. Its 4. 5" (114mm) mirror, housed in an enameled steel tube, gathers 260% more starlight than a 60mm refractor. More light means you can see a lot more celestial objects in greater detail, from Saturn's rings and Jupiter's cloud belts to hundreds of star clusters, nebulas, and galaxies. The XT4. 5's sturdy "Dobsonian" base features Teflon/Nylon bearings, so the tube glides effortlessly up and down, left and right. The XT4. 5 package includes a 6x26 correct-image finder scope and two fully coated 1. 25" Sirius Plossl eyepieces. [+]
One year limited warranty. Orion’s Skyquest XT4. 5 is the smallest in their Dobsonian line of telescopes that includes the B00020WZB0 XT6 , XT8 , and XT10. Newcomers to the hobby are always surprised at how large amateur telescopes are, but to experienced observers, this XT4. 5 is considered a very small scope. Tiny, in fact (It’s so small, astronomers are buying them just because they think they're so cute). Make no mistake, though-the XT4. 5 is a full-fledged telescope, and is a serious observing tool that could last you for years. Your money buys you a lot in this case. Included are a good-quality 4. 5" f/8 primary mirror, two eyepieces, a finder, and a CD-ROM with a stripped-down version of The Sky, a software guide to the sky. The scope comes in two cartons. One contains the optical tube, and the other is a flat-packed box containing the base, which you assemble yourself. Orion includes all the hardware and tools you need, and the instructions are well written. Allocate about 30 minutes to assemble and align everything. See a detailed view of the XT4. 5's features There are a couple of cost-cutting measures. The primary mirror is spherical, not parabolic (this is not likely to affect the views, however). Also, the focuser is plastic. While I’ve never seen one break, plastic focusers are by nature less robust than metal ones. Finally (and this may be the most serious concern of all), the scope is a little short for an adult. The eyepiece is only 3 feet off the ground, which may force you to stoop over (hint: try sitting on a short chair or stool while observing). On the other hand, the height is ideal for a child, and as a result, I heartily recommend this telescope for children. Under the stars, the XT4. 5 exhibits excellent performance. Once properly collimated (aligned), the optics give clear, sharp, contrasty views. I’ve spent enjoyable nights using these telescopes, both as a teaching tool and by myself. Jupiter’s cloud band and four moons are no problem to see, nor are Saturn’s rings. The Orion Nebula is a glowing fan of green gas, with a quartet of tiny stars at its core. Under dark skies (and with some diligence) the XT4. 5 can even pull in some of the fainter deep sky objects, like the brighter galaxies in the Virgo Cluster. Despite the fact that I have a garage full of expensive telescopes, I never feel compromised with any of Orion’s XT scopes. As recently as a few years ago, the old adage regarding telescopes was that you must spend at least $300 to avoid buying junk. While this is still mostly true, Orion’s little XT4. 5 breaks the price barrier in a big way. As long as you can deal with the short eyepiece height, it’s a great starter scope. Pros: Very good optical and mechanical performance Fully accessorized Great value Cons Short eyepiece height Plastic focuser.
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