This is a pretty good telescope to start with if someone wants to learn how to use this kind of equipment, but it is rather poorly suited for observing the sky beyond the Moon. The construction is very unstable—even small adjustments to the alignment cause strong vibrations, which significantly hinders comfortable viewing. In my unit, a slight fungal growth appeared inside after about a month, even though the telescope was kept in a well-ventilated place. After cleaning, the problem did not return for over a year. This model may work for observing terrestrial objects and as a gadget for older children. I would not buy it again.
A professional mirror telescope mounted on an EQ-II tripod. The Zodiac is ideal for beginners, as well as, thanks to additional expansion capabilities, will meet the expectations of those who already have experience with sky observation.
The 76mm-diameter main mirror and 900mm focal length provide very good performance, which, combined with the high quality of the lens , guarantees bright, clear and high-contrast images of stars, planets and the Moon. The equipment matches the very successful Horizon EX model, and further surpasses it with the ability to conveniently track objects in the sky with precise micromotion. The EQ-II head makes it easy to find objects in the sky based on coordinates read from a star atlas.
With the included straightening lens, the telescope can also function as an observation and landscape telescope.
The telescope is equipped with three interchangeable eyepieces and a Barlow lens that doubles the range of available magnifications. The Zodiac allows the use of components in the 1.25" standard allowing further expansion.
The telescope comes with a QR code (on the flyer), after scanning which you can access a sky map, computer programs, a practical guide and a documentary film.
Technical specifications
Optical system: reflector (mirror telescope)
Max theoretical magnification: 450 x
Diameter: 76 mm
Focal length: 900 mm
Focal length: f/11.84
Resolution capacity: 1.82"
Stellar range (magnitude): 11.7 mag
Ocular focuser: 1.25"
Mount type: parallactic
Tripod height: 140 cm
Weight: 9500 g
Suggested for observing: Mars, Venus, Jupiter with moons, star constellations, nebulae.
Included eyepieces: Huygens H 20 mm, Huygens H 12.5 mm, Ramsden SR 4 mm.
Barlow lens: Barlow 2 x
Image reverser: Yes, magnification 1.5 x
Spotting scope: 5 x 24 mm
Manufacturer: Opticon
| Weight | 9,5 g |
|---|---|
| Objective lens diameter (mm) | 76 |
| Telescope type | Refractor |
| Focal length | 900 mm |
| Lens speed (f/x) | f/11,84 |
| Maximum magnification | 450x |
| Telescope mount | Parallactic EQ |
| Limiting magnitude (magnitudo) | 11,7 mag |
| Replacement glasses in the set | Yes |
| EAN | 5902543852052 |
| Manufacturer code | OPT-37-000070 |
| Brand | Opticon |
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