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Models & Brands: Bushnell 78-6036, Bushnell 40060675, Bushnell 49114500, Pentax Sport Optics 70967, Celestron 94176, Bushnell 78-8890, Barska AE10758, Celestron 94305, Celestron 31062, Pentax Sport Optics 70515
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Bushnell 78-6036 Dimentions: 21 x 10 x 5 inches
Weight: 8 pounds
List Price: $199.88
Price: $184.95
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Key features Bushnell 78-6036
- 35-power magnification, a precision ground 60mm (2 1/3) objective glass lens
- 525mm Comparable focal length
- Focuses by simply moving the telescoping tube in or out
- Model: Bushnell Harbormaster Brass 35 x 60mm Tabletop Refractor Telescope
Review Bushnell Harbormaster Brass 35 x 60mm Tabletop Refractor Telescope / Bushnell 78-6036:The Harbormaster Telescope by Bausch & Lomb was inspired by a vintage British import. This refined instrument of fine optical quality and classic proportions houses modern optical elements with enhanced coatings in solid brass. Beautiful hand-milled solid wood legs are stained in rich cherry. Features a coated achromatic air-spaced objective for razor-sharp resolution. With engraved serial number and certificate of authenticity. Like the Bausch & Lomb Harbormaster, the Bushnell Harbormaster provides a touch of distinction at a tremendous value. Perfect for any decor with solid brass tube and vintage cherry-finished base. |
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Bushnell 40060675 Weight: 3.31 pounds
List Price: $139.99
Price: $106.93
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Key features Bushnell 40060675
- 675x zoom magnification
- Features Tasco SkyWatch CD-ROM with 10,000 object database, diagonal, moon filter, and solar projection screen
- Weighs 18.5 pounds
- Includes 6 x 24 finderscope
- Powerful, economically priced for advanced beginners and amateur astronomers
- Model: Tasco 40060675 Luminova 675 x 60mm Telescope
Review Tasco 40060675 Luminova 675 x 60mm Telescope / Bushnell 40060675:Perfect for the amateur astronomer. (Impressive-looking white lab coast not included. ) For an amazing look at our closest celestial neighbors, these powerful Luminova® telescopes are an intelligent choice. Quality optics, slow-motion controls and two mounting options provide sharp images, excellent eye relief and a wide field-of-view, while its light weight makes for easy carrying. A powerful but economical 900mm focal length refractor telescope for beginning amateur astronomers. Luminova® Features:36x, 72x, 225x, and Land eyepieces6x24mm finderscopeMetallic champagne finishWeight 18. 5 lbs. Adjustable aluminum tripodIncludes Tasco SkyWatch CD-ROM with 10,000 object database, diagonal, moon filter, solar projection screenFor in-depth information on how to choose which Telescope is right for you and for detailed technical information, please click. Tasco's Luminova 675 is an affordable 60mm refractor telescope on a lightweight equatorial mount. The complete accessory package includes three 1. [+]25" eyepieces (H25, H12. 5, and SR4), a mirror diagonal, a moon filter, a solar projection screen, and even a program disk that turns your computer into a desktop planetarium. For the more advanced observer, an equatorial mount makes it easy to track the moon or a planet at higher magnifications. Simply point the polar axis at Polaris, the North Star, and the telescope will track planets with a simple turn of the slow motion knob. In practice, however, the light weight equatorial mount has its drawbacks. This telescope is tall enough that it becomes wobbly and difficult to focus at high power. (Young astronomers might prefer a simpler alt-azimuth telescope, such as Celestron's Firstscope 60 AZ. ) The standard equipment lenses and 3x barlow can be combined for a range of magnification from 36x with the H25 eyepiece all the way up to 625x by combining the SR4 eyepiece with the 3x barlow. Realistically, I get the best views of Saturn's rings at 120x using my own 7. 5mm eyepiece. An optical effect called diffraction shows up as little rings around the stars, and this limits the useful magnification of any telescope. With the Luminova 675, when I use magnifications over 120x bright stars no longer focus to sharp points, they look more like little bulls-eyes. The generous accessory package included with the Luminova 675 includes two Huygenian or H- type eyepieces. Unfortunately, these are an old fashioned design with 27 degrees apparent field of view, about half the field of more modern Plossl and MA designs. The narrow field means that some of my favorite deep space objects like the Pleiades and the Double Cluster don't quite fit, even with the low power eyepiece. –Jeff Phillips Pros: Good planet views up to 120x Complete accessory package Low maintenance design Cons: Narrow field H-type eyepieces Wobbly tripod. |
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Bushnell 49114500 List Price: $159.95
Price: $133.55
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Key features Bushnell 49114500
- Adjustable Aluminum tripod
- Single Fork Arm Altazimuth Mount
- Red Dot Starpointer Finderscope
- Model: Tasco Spacestation 114mm Reflector ST w/Variable Led Red Dot Finderscope Telescope
Review Tasco Spacestation 114mm Reflector ST w/Variable Led Red Dot Finderscope Telescope / Bushnell 49114500:With an LED electronic red dot finderscope 500mm focal length and 114mm objective mirror the Spacestation 114ST is ideal for any astronomer. With an LED electronic red dot finderscope 500mm focal length and 114mm objective mirror the Spacestation 114ST is ideal for any astronomer. Magnification: 114x Mount: Single Fork Arm Altazimuth Finderscope: Red Dot Starpointer Focal Ratio: F/4. 4 Objective Lens Diameter: 500mm Eyepiece: 25mm (20x) 10mm (50x) 4mm (125x) Tripod: Adjustable Aluminum Weight (lbs/kg): 22. 5/10. 2. |
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Pentax Sport Optics 70967 Weight: 3.85 pounds
Price: Too low to display
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Key features Pentax Sport Optics 70967
- 1.25" eyepiece attachment accepts any Pentax eyepiece from a 20x-60x zoom eyepiece to a host of fixed, high quality eyepieces
- Fully-multi-coated optics provide maximum light transmission and reduced internal reflections
- Improved optical design
- ED glass optical elements provide greater color accuracy and resolution
- Aiming line built into hood for quick subject acquisition
- Model: Pentax PF-65ED AII Spotting Scope
Review Pentax PF-65ED AII Spotting Scope / Pentax Sport Optics 70967:Designed for high-quality, high-precision outdoor viewing. The PENTAX PF-65EDA incorporates porro-prism optics and a 65mm objective lens with PENTAX-exclusive ED (Extra-low Dispersion) optical elements to deliver sharp, high-contrast images with minimal chromatic aberration. With a 45-degree slanted lens barrel, the PF-65EDA offers hours of comfortable, fatigue-free viewing. This spotting scope also feature a compact, lightweight body with nitrogen-filled waterproof construction (JIS Class 6), a collet-type eyepiece receptacle for an American-standard 31. 7mm (1. 25 inch) sleeve, a protective rubber housing, and accessible reach by either hand. When mounted on a tripod, the lens barrel can be twisted 90 degrees clockwise or counterclockwise from thedefault position at top or 180 degrees from side to side along with easy-to-locate pointers at top and 45-degree angles, to assure the best viewing position. The extendible rubber lens hood comes with a sight line to facilitate target-line adjustment. To optimize the performance of these new spotting scopes, PENTAX has developed three compact, high-performance XF-series eyepieces, all featuring a bright, high-contrast image, an American-standard 31. 7mm sleeve and focal lengths ideal for outdoor viewing and bird watching. [+]The smc PENTAX XF8. 5 and XF12 are standard unifocal eyepieces, offering a focal length of 8. 5mm and 12mm, and a magnification of 46 and 32. 5 times, respectively,. |
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Celestron 94176 Dimentions: 4 x 3 x 2 inches
Weight: 2 pounds
List Price: $139.99
Price: $70.00
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Key features Celestron 94176
- CSN
- Celestron Radial Guider - 94176
- Model: Celestron Radial Guider Schmidt-Cassegrains
Review Celestron Radial Guider Schmidt-Cassegrains / Celestron 94176:Specifically for use in prime focus, deep-sky imaging or astrophotography with Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes, the Radial Guider is compact and sleek in design. This accessory makes it possible to simultaneously photograph and guide through the optical tube assembly of your telescope. The Radial Guider also eliminates the problem of differential flexure, because you're both guiding and photographing through the telescope. The Radial Guider is compatible with Celestron's C5, C8, C9¼, C11 and C14 telescopes and comes with a unique prism angle adjustment screw. It must be used with a guiding eyepiece, camera T-Ring and drive corrector (dual axis preferred). Primarily for use with catadioptric telescopes, but also works on refractor telescopes having adequate back focus. This guider is a tremendous improvement over conventional off-axis guilders. Not only is the angle of the prism tunable, but it also maintains a fixed rigid camera orientation while still offering users the freedom to move the guiding eyepiece radially about 135°. |
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Bushnell 78-8890 Dimentions: 1 x 1 x 1 inches
Weight: 23 pounds
List Price: $549.99
Price: $289.95
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Key features Bushnell 78-8890
- Built-in database of 20,000 celestial objects
- Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope with powerful imaging in compact body
- Remote hand-held control with computerized tracking
- 4mm and 20mm eyepieces
- Real voice output for fun, interactive night viewing
- Model: Bushnell Northstar 300 x 90mm Motorized Telescope w/ Real Voice Output
Review Bushnell Northstar 300 x 90mm Motorized Telescope w/ Real Voice Output / Bushnell 78-8890:Bushnell North Star Goto 90mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Compact / Real Voice Output / Eyepieces Included: 4mm (300x) and 20mm(60x) / 1200mm Focal Length 1x wide-angle, red dot finderscope. Quick-release tripod and accessory tray for fast, easy assembly. Once locked on, tracking the object for prolonged viewing is automatic User Level - Intermediate Mount - Kinematic Focal Length - 1200mm Eyepiece Format - 1-1/4 Inch Inches / Lens Coating - Standard Eyepieces Included - 4mm (300x) and 20mm(60x) Camera adaptable for astrophotography with separately purchased Bushnell 780104 photo adapter combined with separately purchased T-mount matched to your camera body lens mount. |
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Barska AE10758 Dimentions: 25 x 4.6 x 4.6 inches
List Price: $295.50
Price: $139.99
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Key features Barska AE10758
- Includes moon filter , Astronomy Software and a sturdy adjustable aluminum tripod with accessory tray
- Engineered with heavy duty equatorial mount with setting circles and dual slow motion adjustment cables
- Solid 675x power reflector telescope with rack and pinion focuser, and a red dot finderscope
- All glass coated optics for enhanced image brightness
- Includes 3 separate Interchangeable eyepieces and a 3x Barlow lens to increase viewing power
- Model: Barska Starwatcher 675x900mm Refractor Telescope
Review Barska Starwatcher 675x900mm Refractor Telescope / Barska AE10758: |
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Celestron 94305 Weight: 9.95 pounds
List Price: $416.95
Price: $229.95
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Key features Celestron 94305
- Three E-Lux 2" Eyepieces - 3-element fully multicoated optical design with a 56°apparent field of view (40mm has 50° ) Comes with 26mm, 32mm and 40mm focal lengths.
- 2" Barlow Lens - 2x A Barlow lens doubles the magnifying power of your eyepiece by doubling its effective focal length. The E-Lux 2x Barlow is fully multicoated and gives you a total of six power combinations.
- 2" Mirror Diagonal - This high quality 90-degree multicoated mirror diagonal allows you to take advantage of the wider field of view provided by 2" eyepieces. It fits all rear cells of Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes and includes an adapter to use with refractor telescopes.
- Five Colored Eyepiece (Lunar & Planetary) Filters - 2", Included are Kodak Wratten #12 (deep yellow), #21 (orange), #25 (red), #58 (green), and #80A (blue). These filters will greatly enhance your enjoyment of our solar system.
- The Aluminum Carrying Case is sturdy and well-built and holds all of the included items in the die-cut foam interior.
- Model: Celestron 94305 Two-inch Eyepiece and Filter Kit
Review Celestron 94305 Two-inch Eyepiece and Filter Kit / Celestron 94305:Increase your enjoyment of the universe with this complete accessory kit designed for 2" eyepiece systems. Everything you need in one convenient carry case If you've got a telescope or spotting scope equipped with a two-inch focuser, you will want to consider adding the Celestron 94305 Two-inch Eyepiece and Filter Kit. Featuring several of Celestron's high-quality accessories, this kit can be used with virtually any telescope or spotting scopes, regardless of the manufacturer, with a two-inch focuser. Included in the kit are: Three E-Lux two-inch eyepieces, featuring a three-element, fully multicoated optical design with a 56-degree apparent field of view (the 40mm has a 50-degree field of view), in 26mm, 32mm, and 40mm focal lengths. One two-inch Barlow 2x lens. This fully multicoated lens doubles the magnifying power of your eyepiece by doubling its effective focal length and gives you a total of six power combinations. Five colored eyepiece (lunar and planetary) filters, including one each of the following: Kodak Wratten numbers 12 (deep yellow), 21 (orange), 25 (red), 58 (green), and 80A (blue). These two-inch filters are designed to greatly enhance your enjoyment of the solar system. One two-inch, 90-degree, multicoated mirror diagonal that allows you to take advantage of the wider field of view provided by two-inch eyepieces. It fits all rear cells of Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes and includes an adapter to use with refractor telescopes. [+]The accessories are housed in a sturdy aluminum carrying case with a die-cut interior for convenient storage and protection. Each accessory is protected by Celestron's one-year limited warranty. What's in the Box Three E-Lux eyepieces, E-Lux Barlow lens, five lunar/planetary filters, 90-degree star diagonal, refractor adapter, and aluminum carrying case. |
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Celestron 31062 Dimentions: 48 x 48 x 72 inches
Weight: 67 pounds
List Price: $1,715.95
Price: $1,019.00
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Key features Celestron 31062
- 40,000+ object database with 400 user-definable objects and expanded information on over 200 objects
- Proven NexStar computer control technology
- Mounted on the CG-5GT computerized EQ mount
- Double line, 16-character Liquid Crystal Display Hand Control with 19 fiber optic backlit LED buttons
- DC Servo motors with encoders on both axes
- Model: Celestron Advanced Series C8 1000 x 200mm N-GT Telescope
Review Celestron Advanced Series C8 1000 x 200mm N-GT Telescope / Celestron 31062:For a completely automated GoTo system, the C8-NGT (#31062) comes mounted on the CG-5GT computerized EQ mount and allows access to features like automatic star alignment capability and GoTo slewing to over 40,000 objects. Equipped with high speed motors and hand control, the C-8NGT allows you to remotely slew your telescope to desired objects quickly and accurately. No matter at what level you are starting out, the Advanced GT series is designed to provide you with years of observing pleasure. CG-5 Mount, Precision engineered for stability. The German Equatorial mount has precision worm gears on both axes for extremely smooth stability. The key element that makes this system the most stable in its class is the 2" Stainless Steel heavy-duty tripod legs with larger and more substantial legs that offer excellent damping characteristics for more stable views. The CG-5 also has a convenient latitude scale for easier alignment and an optional polar finder scope for the ultimate in precision alignments. Many people prefer Newtonian reflectors over refractors and catadioptric telescopes because they pack the most bang for the buck. But until recently, consumers had to choose between Dobsonian-mounted telescopes, which forced them to find and track objects manually, or very expensive, very sophisticated instruments on heavy mounts. That dichotomy left a large chasm right in the middle of the market. [+]Can't someone make a moderately priced, reasonably large reflector on a clock-driven, computer-controlled mount? The answer is yes, they can. One company leading the way is Celestron, with their recently introduced line of "Advanced Series GT" telescopes. The Celestron Advanced Series C8 N-GT pairs an 8-inch f/5 optical tube assembly with the redesigned CG-5GT German equatorial mount. The end result is a telescope that is easy to set up, pleasant to use, and a very good value. The original CG-5 mount was adequate for relatively small instruments, but its tripod legs were too weak to hold a substantial instrument. The legs with the new CG-5GT are greatly improved, and similar in design to those used with Celestron's more expensive NexStar and NexStar GPS Schmidt-Cassegrain telescopes. The redesigned CG-5 mount's axes are also smoother and more stable than the original. Further, the GT version adds a NexStar computer control GoTo system that includes a database of more than 40,000 sky objects both near and far. Throughout my tests, the NexStar GoTo system has performed very well night after night, provided it was initialized correctly (which means that the equatorial mount has to be approximately aligned with the celestial pole). Once all was set, each subsequent target was within the field of the C8-N's 20-mm eyepiece (50x). For the best views, however, I often substituted my own eyepieces. The 10-mm Tele Vue Radian, for instance, proved to be a favorite. The C8-N has some of the finest optics I have ever seen in a Newtonian reflector. Star testing proved that the primary mirror was a nearly perfect paraboloid. That let me enjoy some wonderful observations of Saturn as well as great detail within Jupiter's turbulent atmosphere, both at 357x using my own 7-mm Pentax eyepiece (similar to this one) and 2. 5x Tele Vue Powermate. The telescope's 8-inch aperture is large enough to view all of the planets, as well as thousands of deep-sky objects. The Orion Nebula glimmers beautifully in the field, while its Trapezium multiple star is easily resolved. The C8 N-GT also shows hordes of stars in globular clusters M3, M5, and M13; the faint glow of planetary nebulae M57 and M27; and the sparkling beauty of open clusters M35, M11, and many others. I have very few complaints about the C8 N-GT. If anything, the focuser is a little quirky. Most 2-inch focusers only require a 1. 25-inch adapter, but the C8 N-GT also needs a 2-inch adapter. Both adapters look like top hats, with broad, tapered bases serving as the hat's brim. The bases are tapered to prevent the adapter from falling out of the focuser should either of the two locking thumbscrews accidentally loosen. In both cases, the eyepiece itself slips into the adapter's long tube, which protrudes about 1. 5 inches above the "brim. " Although it works, this dual-adapter design means having to remember yet another piece of equipment when heading out. I also found it necessary to degrease the focuser's rack and pinion gearing. Many imported focusers come with thick, almost glue-like grease that impairs function, rather than improve it. After getting as much of the grease off as possible and spraying the gears with dry silicone lubricant, the focuser worked smoothly. Overall, the Celestron C8 N-GT is one of the best moderately priced telescopes on the market today. Its combination of excellent optics and functional mount will combine to give users years of enjoyment. -Phil Harrington, author of Star Ware and Star Watch Pros: Excellent optics Accurate GoTo control Sturdy tripod Cons: Quirky focuser Sticky grease used as a lubricant. |
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Pentax Sport Optics 70515 Dimentions: 0.04 x 0.024 x inches
Weight: 1.15 pounds
List Price: $429.00
Price: Too low to display
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Key features Pentax Sport Optics 70515
- High-refraction, low-dispersion lanthanum glass elements deliver bright, high-resolution images with minimal aberrations and distortions
- Improved 70 degree field of view for easier viewing
- XW 7, 10, 14 , 20 will give a wider field of view than our previous eyepieces when used on Pentax Spotting Scopes or with telescopes
- Fully multi-coated lenses increase light transmission and color quality
- XW 14, 20, 30, and 40 are designed specifically provide ideal viewing conditions when used with a telescope
- Model: Pentax 70515 SMC-XW 14 1.25-Inch Eyepiece for Telescopes and Pentax Spotting Scopes
Review Pentax 70515 SMC-XW 14 1.25-Inch Eyepiece for Telescopes and Pentax Spotting Scopes / Pentax Sport Optics 70515:Pentax SMC XW 14mm Eyepiece 1-1/4 Inch Format |
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