EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC 8x50 Finder and Guider Scope with Helical Focuser, 1.25inch and T2 connection

Excellent 8x50 viewfinder telescope with removable eyepiece unit and illuminated crosshairs with precise helical focuser, 1.25 inch and T2 connection for autoguiding

  • Universal 50mm viewfinder and guide telescope
  • Removable eyepiece unit with illuminated crosshair
  • Compact guiding unit for autoguiding with helical focus
  • Camera mounting via 1.25 inch plug connection or T2 thread
  • Backfocus is approx. 22mm behind the T2 thread
  • Very large field of view FOV of 6.96 degrees
  • Objective focal length: 220mm , focusing distance: 28mm
  • FMC multi-coated lens surfaces - bright image field
  • Separate focusing for field of view and crosshairs
  • Suitable for EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC, BRESSER MESSIER etc.

€169.00*

% €199.00* (15.08% saved)

Available, delivery time: 1-3 days

Product number: 0620170
GTIN/EAN: 4007922063621
WEEE-Reg.-Nr.: DE 34716369

With BRESSER, you can enjoy a smooth introduction to the vast world of astronomy. Our detailed information ("Telescope Guide") provides valuable tips for beginners—but even experienced astronomers can use the information we provide (e.g., tables for the geographical latitude of all major world cities) as a reference.

Here is the table of contents of the comprehensive BRESSER Telescope Guide:

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Product information "EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC 8x50 Finder and Guider Scope with Helical Focuser, 1.25inch and T2 connection"
Universal 50mm viewfinder and guide telescope with a focal length of 220mm
Excellent 8x50 viewfinder telescope with removable eyepiece unit and crosshairs with adjustable red illumination. The precise helical focuser and the 1.25 inch /31.7mm plug-in connection, as well as the T2 camera connection thread (M42x0.75mm), allow the autoguiding required for long time exposure to obtain a point-shaped star image. It can also be used as a mini travel telescope.

High quality 8x50 viewfinder telescope with adjustable crosshair illumination
Image sharpness and viewing characteristics lift this viewfinder well above the level of the usual 8x50 viewfinder scopes. The visible image is bright and crisply sharp. Furthermore, this viewfinder has a very large field of view (FOV) of 6.96 degrees. This makes finding and adjusting objects much easier. The existing scale markings (pitch=1 degree) on the crosshairs are a good reference for estimating distances, and the open centre markings also make it easier to centre objects precisely. All lens surfaces are protected against weathering by multi-coating and guarantee a bright viewfinder image due to the high light transmission values. The adjustable red LED illumination unit is powered by two LR41 coin batteries. The main lens and the crosshairs can be focused independently of each other, giving you perfect focus for your eyes.

Compact tracking unit for autoguiding
One of the main applications for this telescope is the so-called autoguiding. Here the usually larger photo-taking optics are actively corrected by a smaller guiding telescope with a second tracking camera. This means that the mechanical fluctuations in the tracking accuracy, which are present in all astronomical telescope mounts, are measured by the tracking camera and compensated accordingly. This is necessary in order to obtain a point-shaped star image on the astrophotos during long time exposures and to avoid unwanted star trails. For this purpose, the guiding telescope is inserted into the existing viewfinder shoe of the photo-taking optics and aligned parallel. If the existing viewfinder shoe is not compatible, a suitable viewfinder shoe is also included. With the 1.25 inch / 31,7mm plug connection at the rear end or via T2 thread connection (M42x0,75mm), a tracking camera can be mounted afterwards. This is held securely by a brass ring clamp and 3 clamping screws. Please note the required back focus for your tracking camera. The focal plane (backfocus) is approx. 22mm behind the T2 thread. The sensitive focusing on the guiding star is done by a large knurled wheel of the mechanically precise manufactured helical focuser. For easy reproduction of the point of focus, this has a white millimetre scale from 0 to 28mm, which is attached by laser engraving. After the tracking camera has been connected directly or via computer to the telescope mount and the necessary basic settings have been made, the first astrophotos with long time exposure can be taken.

Use as mini travel telescope
This viewfinder and guide telescope can also be used quite simply as a mini travel telescope. With the optional eyepieces, a magnification of 8x to 40x can be achieved. Nearly all eyepieces with a focal length of 5 to 26mm and 1.25 inch/31.7mm plug connection are suitable. Especially recommended are the EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC eyepieces of the 52 degree (Art. 02195xx) and 62 degree (02196xx) LER series. Note: Only straight view use is possible.

Metal viewfinder holder and viewfinder shoe

The mount of this viewfinder and guide telescope is completely made of aluminium and is a stable base. The viewfinder mount is suitable for many common types of telescopes, such as EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC, BRESSER MESSIER etc. If the existing viewfinder shoe is not compatible, a matching viewfinder shoe is also included. This can be attached to the telescopic tube by means of four M5 screws. The bore distances of the viewfinder shoe are 31.7mm on the longitudinal and transverse axis. The six large adjustment screws with non-slip knurling make it easy to align the viewfinder, even with clammy fingers. All adjusting and clamping screws have plastic tips that effectively prevent the viewfinder housing and viewfinder mount from being scratched.


FEATURES
  • Excellent 8x50 viewfinder and guiding telescope
  • Can also be used as mini travel telescope
  • Perfect image sharpness and good viewing comfort
  • FMC Multi-coated lens surfaces
  • Lens focal length: 220mm
  • Max. possible camera weight: 550g
  • Removable eyepiece/cross hair unit
  • Camera connection via 1.25 inch / 31.7mm plug connection or T2 thread
  • T2 thread: M42 x 0,75mm
  • Precise helical focuser for focusing the visible image
  • Focuser travel range: 28mm
  • Close focus distance: 3 m
  • Laser engraved millimetre scale from 0 to 28mm on the focuser
  • Focal plane (backfocus) is approx. 22mm behind the T2 thread
  • Separate focusing of the crosshair at the eyepiece
  • Very large field of view FOV of 6.96 degrees
  • With adjustable red cross-hair iillumination
  • Scale markings crosshair with 1.0 degree graduation
  • Power supply of illumination unit: coin battery type LR41 (2pcs)
  • Brass ring clamp and 3 clamping screws on the 1.25 inch plug connection
  • With optional eyepieces magnifications from 8x to 40x can be achieved
  • Suitable are almost all eyepieces with 1.25 inch/31,7mm shaft
  • Mounting of the viewfinder telescope is completely made of aluminium
  • Viewfinder mount with 6 large adjustment screws with knurled head for easy grip
  • Finder shoe suitable for EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC, BRESSER MESSIER etc.
  • Additionally a suitable viewfinder shoe is included
  • Bore distances of the viewfinder shoe are 31.7mm on the longitudinal and transverse axis
  • Adjusting and clamping screws have plastic tips

SCOPE OF DELIVERY
  • 8x50 viewfinder/guiding telescope
  • Eyepiece unit with crosshair
  • Crosshair illumination unit incl. batteries
  • Viewfinder holder with viewfinder shoe
  • Instruction manual

Colour: black
Material: Aluminium

Accessories

BRESSER Full HD Deep-Sky Camera & Guider 1.25"
BRESSER Full HD Deep Sky Camera with autoguider: a great camera for different types of astrophotography and for autoguiding. Not only suitable for planets, but also for deep-sky objects such as galaxies, nebulae and star clusters. Dedicated ToupSky Astro Imaging software supports video preview, video recording, video processing, image capture and processing, dark field correction and raw data output. Easy to use, but with professional results. One of the main features of the new backlit SONY IMX290 CMOS sensor is its high light sensitivity, which makes it possible to detect deep-sky objects without active cooling. SONY has increased the quantum efficiency at 533 nm wavelength up to 77%, which is much better than other CMOS sensors have been able to achieve in the past. Connect this camera to a guidescope and attach the camera's built-in ST-4 port, directly to your telescope's equatorial mount guide port and autoguide - using many popular audioguiding programs (PHD, Guidedog and more). Autoguiding enables you to take accurate pictures with long exposure times of several minutes. Thanks to the extra light-sensitive camera, you now always have a suitable guide star to hand, even using short exposure times. An ST-4 protocol connection cable is also included. Simple automatic tracking at its best. You can use this camera with all guiding telescopes, or off-axis guiders that accept a 1.25 " tube, 1.25" filter thread (M28.5x0.6) or C-mount adapter thread (1 "x1 /32"). IMPORTANT NOTES: This is not a stand-alone guider camera. You always need a Windows 10/11 computer to take pictures and for autoguiding. The autoguider software is not included. You can use PHD2 Guiding, Guidedog, Metaguide, Guidemaster (freeware) or AstroArt, MaxIm DL (paid). DOWNLOAD PHD2-Guiding: https://openphdguiding.org/ DOWNLOAD GuideDog: http://barkosoftware.com/GuideDog/index.html DOWNLOAD latest camera software and drivers: http://www.touptek.com/download/showdownload.php?lang=en&id=2Download INDI Driver: https://github.com/indilib/indi-3rdparty/tree/master/indi-toupbase SPECIFICATIONS Camera type: BRESSER / Touptek GPCMOS02000KPA color Sensor: SONY IMX290 CMOS color, backlit Image and video size: Full HD 1936 x 1096 pixels (video 15 FPS) Native sensor size in pixels: 1936 x 1096 Exposure times: 66µs to 16min Binning: YES, 2x2 Megapixel: 2.1 MP Sensor size in mm: 5.6 x 3.1 Pixel size: 2.9 µm x 2.9 µm Bit depth: 8/12 switchable ST-4 Compatible Autoguider: YES CNC milled housing made of aluminum Protective strap on the camera housing Camera tube diameter: 1.25 "(31.7 mm) Camera connection thread: C-mount + 1.25 "filter thread Computer interface: USB 2.0 C-mount extension tube with 1.25 inch filter thread included No IR cut filter installed Operating system: WINDOWS 10 + 11 ASCOM driver included Field of view for different focal lengths in mm (given in arc minutes): 400mm - 48.2 'x 27.3' 500 mm - 38.6 'x 21.8' 600 mm - 32.1 'x 18.2' 700 mm - 27.5 'x 15.6' 800 mm - 24.1 'x 13.6' 900 mm - 21.4 'x 12.1' 1000 mm - 19.3 'x 10.9' 1250 mm - 15.4 'x 8.7' 1500 mm - 12.9 'x 7.3' 1750 mm - 11.0 'x 6.2' 2000 mm - 9.6 'x 5.5' SCOPE OF DELIEVERY Full HD camera C-mount adapter USB 2.0 PC connection cable with a length of 200cm Interface cable for ST-4 autoguider port with 150cm length Dust cap for camera tube Software CD

€289.00*
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BRESSER MikrOkular Full HD eyepiece camera
Save pictures and videos from your microscope or telescope directly in Full HD resolution on your PC. The BRESSER MikrOkular Full HD is an eyepiece camera that can be used directly instead of the eyepiece of your telescope or microscope. Adapters for various devices (all common eyepiece dimensions from different manufacturers) and multilingual recording software for Windows are already included in the scope of delivery. With this camera you can document your microscope or telescope observation or share it with others. Ideal for hobby, school, study and work. The camera can take pictures of the moon and the bright planets on the telescope. In microscopy, the camera is mainly used for shooting in brightfield and incident light. FEATURESmetal housing, mini USB socketresolution 1920 x 1080 Pixel, Full HDPixel size: 3x3 µm, sensor size: 5.86 x 3.28 mm23,2mm barrel, integrated UV/IR blocking filter30mm; 30,5mm adapter for various microscopes and telescopes included31,7mm (1,25") adapter for telescopes includes with thread for 1,25" filtersmultilingual recording software for Windowsimage format jpg, bmp, tif, pngvideo format avi SYSTEM REQUIREMENTSWindows 10 or 11Intel i3, i5, i7 or i9 CPU from the 2nd generation orAMD FX or Ryzen CPUinternet connection for software downloadUSB 2.0 SCOPE OF DELIVERYcamera module incl. dust capUSB-cableCamLabLite-Software as a download link, language versions German, English, French, Turkish, Russian, Polish, Indonesian, ChineseUsers Guide included in the software (German, English)Adapters 30mm, 30,5mm, 31,7mm (1,25”)

€55.79* €67.90* (17.84% saved)
EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC Deep Sky Astro Camera 16MP
High resolution deep sky camera with large Panasonic CMOS sensor and active cooling. Enter the world of astrophotography now. With the new EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC DEEP SKY ASTRO camera you get a modern complete package for the comfortable shooting of astro photos and videos. Finally, an easy-to-use camera for capturing galaxies, star clusters, the moon and even planets with high resolution and low sensor noise. Thanks to the fast USB 3.0 computer interface, all image data is transferred within a few seconds. Long waiting times are now history. Simply connect the camera to your telescope using the T2 female thread (M42.0.75mm) or the supplied 2" (50.8mm) plug-in adapter and after installing the drivers and the included EXPLORE Capture recording and editing software, you are ready to take the first real astro photos with a highly specialized camera for your application.  The EXPLORE Capture Pro software included in delivery not only offers the basic functions required for image and video capture, but also many helpful special functions for image post-processing and camera setup. Functions such as live image display, exposure settings, white balance, dark image print, stacking, timelapse recording and much more can be configured individually. Especially the very sophisticated software makes your entry into astrophotography really easy. With the automatic settings you can produce absolutely presentable results without any previous knowledge. If you like, simply switch off the automatic settings and gradually dare to adjust the individual professional settings. The new EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC DEEP SKY camera has a highly sensitive and very low-noise Panasonic CMOS sensor which is additionally cooled down to 40°C below ambient temperature by the two-stage thermoelectric cooling. In contrast to normal DSLR cameras, this guarantees much lower noise and fewer hot pixels in your shots. The images are not only much sharper and more brilliant, but also contain more usable image information. Through the controlled setting of the desired camera temperature, the creation of dark frames under reproducible shooting conditions is possible at any time. The large-format CMOS sensor with 21.9mm diagonal also allows large image fields and simplifies the adjustment and centering of objects considerably. The camera has a built-in USB hub with 2 x USB2.0 ports at the rear. Connect your additional autoguider camera or motor focus etc. via a short USB cable and reduce the risk of cable spaghetti and cable breaks. Separate cable connections between your accessories and your computer are no longer necessary. A sturdy hard case for the camera plus accessories is also included. IMPORTANT NOTES: Don't get confused by the megapixel data and the contrary price structure. In the field of astronomy, the key criterion is not the sensor resolution but the maximum light sensitivity. The main goal is to capture as much light as possible in a short time.DOWNLOAD latest camera software and drivers see download folder "Manuals" or here: http://www.touptek.com/download/showdownload.php?lang=en&id=2 Sample photos made by Lóránd Fényes in Hungary: https://fenyeslorand.hu/asztrofotok/Field of view for different focal lengths in arc minutes and degrees: 400 mm - 151´x 114´ (2.5 x 1.9 degrees) 500 mm - 121´x 91´ (2.0 x 1.5 degrees) 600 mm - 101´x 76´ (1.7 x 1.3 degrees) 700 mm - 86´x 65´ (1.4 x 1.1 degrees) 800 mm - 76´x 57´ (1.3 x 0.9 degrees) 900 mm - 67´x 51´ (1.1 x 1.9 degrees) 1000 mm - 61´x 46´ (1.0 x 0.8 degrees) 1250 mm - 48´x 37´ (0.8 x 0.6 degrees) 1500 mm - 40´x 30´ (0.7 x 0.5 degrees) 1750 mm - 35´x 26´ (0.6 x 0.4 degrees) 2000 mm - 30´x 23´ (0.5 x 0.4 degrees) FEATUREScamera type: ASTRO Camera 16.0MP ATR3CMOS16000KPA data output: single pictures and video image Sensor: Panasonic NM34230PLI CMOS Color Sensor adjustable resolution: 4648x3506 / 2304x1750 / 1536x1168 adjustable binning: 1x1 / 2x2 / 3x3 frame rate per second (FBS): 22.5 / 43 / 48 physical sensor size in pixels: 4648 x 3506 megapixel: 16 MP sensor size: 17.6 x 13.3 mm (4/3 inch) pixel size: 3.8 µm x 3.8 µm bit depth: 12 Bit backfocus: 17,5 mm  shutter Type: rolling shutterinternal camera memory: DDR 3 RAMthermoelectric cooling with fan: yes, up to 40°C below ambient temperature adjustable exposure times: 150µs to 60min operating temperature: -10 to +50°C (30-80% RLH) cable length USB 3.0: 150cm DC cable length power supply: 200cm CNC machined aluminium housing camera diameter: 80mm; length: 102mm camera weight: 0,53 kg camera connection diameter: 2.0 inch ( 50.8mm) camera connection thread: T2 (M42x0,75mm) filter thread: Yes, 2.0 inch in receptacle camera connection to PC: USB 3.0 built-in USB hub with 2 x USB 2.0 ports power supply: Power supply 12 Volt 3,0 Ampere included software: EXPLORE Capture included camera driver and ASCOM driver includedoperating system: WINDOWS 10 + 11 PC requirements: CPU Intel Core2 2.8Ghz or higher / 2 GB Ram / USB 3.0 SCOPE OF DELIVERYDEEP SKY ASTRO Camera 16.0MP telescope adapter T2 thread to 2.0" (50,8mm) USB 3.0 connection cable 150cm power supply 230V/12V3,0A dust cap software CD hard case instruction manual

€1,099.00*
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EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC Deep Sky Astro Camera 7.1MP
High resolution deep sky camera with large SONY Exmor IMX428 CMOS sensor and active cooling for telescopes with short and moderate focal lengths. Enter the world of astrophotography now. With the new EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC DEEP SKY ASTRO camera you get a modern complete package for the comfortable shooting of astro photos and videos. Finally, an easy-to-use camera for capturing galaxies, star clusters, the moon and even planets with extreme high sensor sensivity and extreme low sensor noise. The high sensitivity enables very short exposure times and the freezing of the air turbulence (seeing) in planetary images. Thanks to the fast USB 3.0 computer interface, all image data is transferred within a few seconds. Long waiting times are now history. Simply connect the camera to your telescope using the T2 female thread (M42.0.75mm) or the supplied 2'' (50.8mm) plug-in adapter and after installing the drivers and the included EXPLORE Capture recording and editing software, you are ready to take the first real astro photos with a highly specialized camera for your application.  The EXPLORE Capture pro software included in delivery not only offers the basic functions required for image and video capture, but also many helpful special functions for image post-processing and camera setup. Functions such as live image display, exposure settings, white balance, dark image print, stacking, timelapse recording and much more can be configured individually. Especially the very sophisticated software makes your entry into astrophotography really easy. With the automatic settings you can produce absolutely presentable results without any previous knowledge. If you like, simply switch off the automatic settings and gradually dare to adjust the individual professional settings. The new EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC DEEP SKY camera has a highly sensitive and very low-noise SONY Exmor IMX428 CMOS sensor which is additionally cooled down to 40°C below ambient temperature by the two-stage thermoelectric cooling. In contrast to normal DSLR cameras, this guarantees much lower noise and fewer hot pixels in your shots. The images are not only much sharper and more brilliant, but also contain more usable image information. Through the controlled setting of the desired camera temperature, the creation of dark frames under reproducible shooting conditions is possible at any time. The large-format CMOS sensor with 17,6mm diagonal also allows large image fields and simplifies the adjustment and centering of objects considerably. The camera has a built-in USB hub with 2 x USB2.0 ports at the rear. Connect your additional autoguider camera or motor focus etc. via a short USB cable and reduce the risk of cable spaghetti and cable breaks. Separate cable connections between your accessories and your computer are no longer necessary. A sturdy hard case for the camera plus accessories is also included. IMPORTANT NOTES: Don't get confused by the megapixel data and the contrary price structure. In the field of astronomy, the key criterion is not the sensor resolution but the maximum light sensitivity. The main goal is to capture as much light as possible in a short time.DOWNLOAD latest camera software and drivers see download folder "Manuals" or here: http://www.touptek.com/download/showdownload.php?lang=en&id=2 Sample photos made by Lóránd Fényes in Hungary: https://fenyeslorand.hu/asztrofotok/Field of view for different focal lengths in arc minutes and degrees: 400 mm - 124´x 85´ (2.1 x 1.4 degrees) 500 mm - 99´x 68´ (1,7 x 1.1 degrees) 600 mm - 82´x 56´ (1.4 x 0.9 degrees) 700 mm - 70´x 49´ (1.2 x 0.8 degrees) 800 mm - 62´x 43´ (1.0 x 0.7 degrees) 900 mm - 55´x 38´ (0,9 x 0.6 degrees) 1000 mm - 49´x 34´ (0.8 x 0.6 degrees) 1250 mm - 40´x 27´ (0.7 x 0.5 degrees)1500 mm - 55´x 23´ (0.6 x 0.4 degrees) 1750 mm - 28´x 19´ (0.5 x 0.3 degrees) 2000 mm - 25´x 17´ (0.4 x 0.3 degrees) FEATUREScamera type: ASTRO Camera  7.1MP ATR3CMOS07100KPA data output: single pictures and video image Sensor: SONY Exmor IMX428 CMOS Color Sensor resolution: 3200x2200 binning: 1x1 / 2x2 frame rate per second (FBS): 51 / 133 physical sensor size in pixels: 3200 x 2200 / 1600 x 1100megapixel: 7.1 MP sensor size: 14.4 x 9.9 mm (1.1 inch) pixel size: 4.5 µm x 4.5 µm bit depth: 12 Bit backfocus: 17,5 mm  shutter Type: global shutterinternal camera memory: DDR 3 RAMthermoelectric cooling with fan: yes, up to 40°C below ambient temperature adjustable exposure times: 150µs to 60min operating temperature: -10 to +50°C (30-80% RLH) cable length USB 3.0: 150cm DC cable length power supply: 200cm CNC machined aluminium housing camera diameter: 80mm; length: 102mm camera weight: 0,53 kg camera connection diameter: 2.0 inch ( 50.8mm) camera connection thread: T2 (M42x0,75mm) filter thread: Yes, 2.0 inch in receptacle camera connection to PC: USB 3.0 built-in USB hub with 2 x USB 2.0 ports power supply: Power supply 12 Volt 3,0 Ampere included software: EXPLORE Capture included camera driver and ASCOM driver includedoperating system: WINDOWS 10 + 11PC requirements: CPU Intel Core2 2.8Ghz or higher / 2 GB Ram / USB 3.0 SCOPE OF DELIVERYDEEP SKY ASTRO Camera 7.1MP telescope adapter T2 thread to 2.0'' (50,8mm) USB 3.0 connection cable 150cm power supply 230V/12V3,0A dust cap software CD hard case instruction manual

€1,395.00* €2,390.00* (41.63% saved)
BRESSER T2 Extension Tube Set
Set of 5 extension tubes with T2 thread on both sides for exact distances and secure hold of cameras for astrophotography. Also comes with SC to T2 thread adapter.In astrophotography, most cameras are connected to a telescope via a T2 thread (M42x0.75), the most popular international standard. However, in many cases, T2 and T2-ring adapters for connecting telescope focusers to a camera are not sufficient, as specific distances must also be observed. This is especially important when using correctors, reducers or flatteners. This extension tube set, which consists of 5 mm, 7.5 mm, 10 mm, 15 mm and 30 mm tubes, will allow you to obtain almost any distance using the corresponding combination. Each tube has a T2 interior thread on one side and a T2 exterior thread on the other side.Most telescopes either include a T2 thread adapter, or the eyepiece can be used with a simple T2 thread adapter with a 2” plug-in diameter (item no. 0510365).However, Maksutov-Cassegrain, Schmidt-Cassegrain, ACF or Ritchey–Chrétien telescopes may use a so-called SC thread. To allow you to use this extension tube set with these telescopes, the set also includes an SD to T2 thread adapter.FEATURES5 T2 tubes with lengths from 5 mm to 30 mmCombination of tubes allows you to obtain distances of 5 mm to 67.5 mmFor exact camera distances in astrophotographyDELIVERY CONTENT5x T2 extension tubes (5/7.5/10/15/30 mm)1x SC to T2 thread adapter

€29.00*
EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC 52° LER Eyepiece 25mm Ar
Solidly in the mid-magnification range for most amateur telescopes, the 25mm is a true workhorse for visual observers. If you love deep sky observing, eyepieces in this focal length range not only give healthy increases in magnification, but the contrast enhancement of giving a darker background sky can make all the difference of how galaxies and nebulae appear under suburban skies.Comfort, Quality, Value. The Explore Scientific 52° LER Series mid-range focal length eyepieces are excellent flat-field multi-element oculars that can transform your visual astronomy experience. With an apparent field of view of 52 degrees, these eyepieces offer incredible value in a very nice eyepiece. Expect exceptional quality and value versus a comparably priced Plossl.  These eyepieces are the choice for observers wearing glasses - with excellent performance and durability. The rubber inlet and the foldable eyecups make handling and using in the field easy. The patented EMD-coating produces high contrast images and prevents reflexes and ghosting. The argon purging effectively prevents internal fogging, and you don´t have to deal with dirt, fungus or cleansing fluids getting between the lenses. The eyepieces are sealed - this makes sure you will be able to enjoy these eyepieces for many years to come.SPECIFICATIONS:Large eye distance, large field and great image sharpnessExcellent viewing position for people with glassesExcellent field sharpness even with fast optics52° apparent field of viewArgon-purging prevents internal fogging, the sealing facilitates cleaningPatented EMD-coating to maximize contrastBlackened lens edges to avoid reflexesAll eyepieces of this series are parfocalStainless steel barrel with conical security cutoffDust covers and protective bag includedSCOPE OF DELIVERY:52° EyepieceDust coversProtective bag

€79.00*
EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC 52° LER Eyepiece 20mm Ar
Solidly in the mid-magnification range for most amateur telescopes, the 20mm is a true workhorse for visual observers. If you love deep sky observing, eyepieces in this focal length range not only give healthy increases in magnification, but the contrast enhancement of giving a darker background sky can make all the difference of how galaxies and nebulae appear under suburban skies.Comfort, Quality, Value. The Explore Scientific 52° LER Series mid-range focal length eyepiecesare excellent flat-field multi-element oculars that can transform your visual astronomy experience. With an apparent field of view of 52 degrees, these eyepieces offer incredible value in a very nice eyepiece. Expect exceptional quality and value versus a comparably priced Plossl. These eyepieces are the choice for observers wearing glasses - with excellent performance and durability. The rubber inlet and the foldable eyecups make handling and using in the field easy. The patented EMD"-coating produces high contrast images and prevents reflexes and ghosting. The argon purging effectively prevents internal fogging, and you don´t have to deal with dirt, fungus or cleansing fluids getting between the lenses. The eyepieces are sealed - this makes sure you will be able to enjoy these eyepieces for many years to come.SPECIFICATIONSLarge eye distance, large field and great image sharpnessExcellent viewing position for people with glassesExcellent field sharpness even with fast optics52° apparent field of viewArgon-purging prevents internal fogging, the sealing facilitates cleaningPatented EMD-coating to maximize contrastBlackened lens edges to avoid reflexesAll eyepieces of this series are parfocalStainless steel barrel with conical security cutoffDust covers and protective bag includedSCOPE OF DELIVERY52° EyepieceDust coversProtective bag

€79.00*
EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC 52° LER Eyepiece 15mm Ar
Solidly in the mid-magnification range for most amateur telescopes, the 15mm is a true workhorse for visual observers. If you love deep sky observing, eyepieces in this focal length range not only give healthy increases in magnification, but the contrast enhancement of giving a darker background sky can make all the difference of how galaxies and nebulae appear under suburban skies.Comfort, Quality, Value. The Explore Scientific 52° LER Series mid-range focal length eyepieces are excellent flat-field multi-element oculars that can transform your visual astronomy experience. With an apparent field of view of 52 degrees, these eyepieces offer incredible value in a very nice eyepiece. Expect exceptional quality and value versus a comparably priced Plossl.  These eyepieces are the choice for observers wearing glasses - with excellent performance and durability. The rubber inlet and the foldable eyecups make handling and using in the field easy. The patented EMD"-coating produces high contrast images and prevents reflexes and ghosting. The argon purging effectively prevents internal fogging, and you don´t have to deal with dirt, fungus or cleansing fluids getting between the lenses. The eyepieces are sealed - this makes sure you will be able to enjoy these eyepieces for many years to come.SPECIFICATIONSLarge eye distance, large field and great image sharpnessExcellent viewing position for people with glassesExcellent field sharpness even with fast optics52° apparent field of viewArgon-purging prevents internal fogging, the sealing facilitates cleaningPatented EMD-coating to maximize contrastBlackened lens edges to avoid reflexesAll eyepieces of this series are parfocalStainless steel barrel with conical security cutoffDust covers and protective bag includedSCOPE OF DELIVERY52° EyepieceDust coversProtective bag

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EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC 52° LER Eyepiece 10mm Ar
Mid-range high power eyepieces like the 10 mm are instrumental when transitioning through magnifications to observe an object until it is best seen. There are several aspects that have to come together when observing at high powers: good-to-perfect atmospheric seeing conditions; telescope optics that are collimated; a telescope that is acclimated to the ambient temperature; brightness and size of the object being observed are just a few aspects to consider. The observing challenges are high, but the rewards of observing at high power with razor sharp views are unforgettable. Comfort, Quality, Value. The Explore Scientific 52° LER Series Most short focal length eyepieces are excellent flat-field multi-element oculars that can transform your visual astronomy experience. With an apparent field of view of 52 degrees, these eyepieces offer incredible value in a very nice eyepiece. Expect exceptional quality and value versus a comparably priced Plössl. These eyepieces are the choice for observers wearing glasses - with excellent performance and durability. The rubber inlet and the foldable eyecups make handling and using in the field easy. The patented EMD-coating produces high contrast images and prevents reflexes and ghosting. The argon purging effectively prevents internal fogging, and you don't have to deal with dirt, fungus or cleansing fluids getting between the lenses. The eyepieces are sealed - this makes sure you will be able to enjoy these eyepieces for many years to come.SPECIFICATIONSLarge eye distance, large field and great image sharpness Excellent viewing position for people with glassesExcellent field sharpness even with fast optics52° apparent field of viewArgon-purging prevents internal fogging, the sealing facilitates cleaningPatented EMD-coating to maximize contrastBlackened lens edges to avoid reflexesAll eyepieces of this series are parfocalStainless steel barrel with conical security cutoffDust covers and protective bag includedSCOPE OF DELIVERY52° EyepieceDust coversProtective bag

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EXPLORE SCIENTIFIC 62° LER Eyepiece 40mm Ar
If a observing session is a relaxing and joyful experience is heavily dependend on the choice of eyepieces. People wearing glasses very often have the problem to see the entire field of view when they are using eyepieces with large apparent fields. This problem is now history. The new 62°- LER eyepieces by Explore Scientific do not only offer excellent image sharpness and high resolution and contrast over the full field of view - you can see that full field without problems even with glasses on. Fatigue due to tense head positioning and strained viewing simply does not happen because of the excellent viewing comfort these eyepieces provide even to observers wearing glasses. Enjoy the unique combination of excellent image sharpness out to the edge of the field even for fast optics, superior contrast and unmatched viewing comfort. Eyepieces with perfect combinations of various modern glass substrates and highest standards in manufacturing, quality control and service are a tradition at Explore Scientific - the outstanding resolution and sharpness to the very edge.These eyepieces are the choice for observers wearing glasses - with excellent performance and durability. The rubber inlet and the foldable eyecups make handling and using in the field easy. The patentet EMD"-coating produces high contrast images and prevents reflexes and ghosting. The argon purging effectively prevents internal fogging, and you don´t have to deal with dirt, fungus or cleansing fluids getting between the lenses. The eyepieces are sealed - this makes sure you will be able to enjoy these eyepieces for many years to come.Eye relief: 28.mm

€164.00* €205.00* (20% saved)
BRESSER Full HD Deep-Sky Camera & Guider 1.25"
BRESSER Full HD Deep Sky Camera with autoguider: a great camera for different types of astrophotography and for autoguiding. Not only suitable for planets, but also for deep-sky objects such as galaxies, nebulae and star clusters. Dedicated ToupSky Astro Imaging software supports video preview, video recording, video processing, image capture and processing, dark field correction and raw data output. Easy to use, but with professional results. One of the main features of the new backlit SONY IMX290 CMOS sensor is its high light sensitivity, which makes it possible to detect deep-sky objects without active cooling. SONY has increased the quantum efficiency at 533 nm wavelength up to 77%, which is much better than other CMOS sensors have been able to achieve in the past. Connect this camera to a guidescope and attach the camera's built-in ST-4 port, directly to your telescope's equatorial mount guide port and autoguide - using many popular audioguiding programs (PHD, Guidedog and more). Autoguiding enables you to take accurate pictures with long exposure times of several minutes. Thanks to the extra light-sensitive camera, you now always have a suitable guide star to hand, even using short exposure times. An ST-4 protocol connection cable is also included. Simple automatic tracking at its best. You can use this camera with all guiding telescopes, or off-axis guiders that accept a 1.25 " tube, 1.25" filter thread (M28.5x0.6) or C-mount adapter thread (1 "x1 /32"). IMPORTANT NOTES: This is not a stand-alone guider camera. You always need a Windows 10/11 computer to take pictures and for autoguiding. The autoguider software is not included. You can use PHD2 Guiding, Guidedog, Metaguide, Guidemaster (freeware) or AstroArt, MaxIm DL (paid). DOWNLOAD PHD2-Guiding: https://openphdguiding.org/ DOWNLOAD GuideDog: http://barkosoftware.com/GuideDog/index.html DOWNLOAD latest camera software and drivers: http://www.touptek.com/download/showdownload.php?lang=en&id=2Download INDI Driver: https://github.com/indilib/indi-3rdparty/tree/master/indi-toupbase SPECIFICATIONS Camera type: BRESSER / Touptek GPCMOS02000KPA color Sensor: SONY IMX290 CMOS color, backlit Image and video size: Full HD 1936 x 1096 pixels (video 15 FPS) Native sensor size in pixels: 1936 x 1096 Exposure times: 66µs to 16min Binning: YES, 2x2 Megapixel: 2.1 MP Sensor size in mm: 5.6 x 3.1 Pixel size: 2.9 µm x 2.9 µm Bit depth: 8/12 switchable ST-4 Compatible Autoguider: YES CNC milled housing made of aluminum Protective strap on the camera housing Camera tube diameter: 1.25 "(31.7 mm) Camera connection thread: C-mount + 1.25 "filter thread Computer interface: USB 2.0 C-mount extension tube with 1.25 inch filter thread included No IR cut filter installed Operating system: WINDOWS 10 + 11 ASCOM driver included Field of view for different focal lengths in mm (given in arc minutes): 400mm - 48.2 'x 27.3' 500 mm - 38.6 'x 21.8' 600 mm - 32.1 'x 18.2' 700 mm - 27.5 'x 15.6' 800 mm - 24.1 'x 13.6' 900 mm - 21.4 'x 12.1' 1000 mm - 19.3 'x 10.9' 1250 mm - 15.4 'x 8.7' 1500 mm - 12.9 'x 7.3' 1750 mm - 11.0 'x 6.2' 2000 mm - 9.6 'x 5.5' SCOPE OF DELIEVERY Full HD camera C-mount adapter USB 2.0 PC connection cable with a length of 200cm Interface cable for ST-4 autoguider port with 150cm length Dust cap for camera tube Software CD

€289.00*
BRESSER Automatik 80/400 Goto Telescope Starter Kit
This telescope starter set leaves nothing to be desired. The BRESSER Automatic 80/400 is a modern astronomical telescope, here including an extensive accessory set at a special price. It guarantees you an uncomplicated start and many possibilities for discovering the universe.The computer-controlled Refractor Telescope BRESSER Automatik 80/400 is a wide-field-lens telescope that goes with you almost anywhere, due to its compact design. The telescope is the ideal choice for beginners and is also perfect for travelling. Take this computerized telescope with you to your favourite observation place, when you're hiking, camping or on vacation. It may be small, but it still includes an easy-to-use go-to system. The BRESSER Automatik 80/400 can be operated on a desk or with the included tripod. The computer control allows for an easy alignmentof the telescope with the night sky and can navigate to interesting celestial objects automatically by a push of a button. Over 270,000 well known astronomical objects are still stored in its database of the computer control. You can sit back and only need to focus on one thing: the view of the vast, starry firmament! It will show numerous craters on the moon, the cloud belts on Jupiter or Saturn's rings. These is just the beginning of what can be seen with this telescope. The menu navigation of the Computer Handbox is also multilingual and offers the settings of German, English, French, Spanish and Italian.Including a high-quality aperture Solar-filter for safe observation of sunspots, eclipses and planet transits. This telescope set also includes the following accessories: Deluxe smartphone holder for photography (Art-No. 4914914) Color filter set 1.25inch, red, green, blue, yellow (Art-No. 0310290) Bresser HD USB Camera 1.25inch for WIN10/11 (Art-No. 4959040) ASTRO R-LITE Red Light Flashlight (Art-No. 4959010)FEATURESTelescope Starter Kit contains many additional accessoriesTelescope for night and solar observation20x to 40x magnificationEasy alignment and usage also for beginnersAutomatic navigation to observation objects by a push of a buttonCoordinates of over 270,000 celestial objects pre-installedDetails of the moon, sun and planets visibleAlso suitable for bird watching and terrestial observationObserve sunspots, eclipses and planet transits (only with protective filter) Photographing objects with your own smartphone Increased visibility of object details through the use of color filters Take photos and videos conveniently with Bresser USB camera Orientation and reading of star maps at night by red flashlightSCOPE OF DELIVERYAchromatic refractor (telescope)Alt-azimuthal single-arm mountAluminium tripodAperture Solar-filterComputer control (handbox)2 eyepieces, 31.7mm diam.: f/10mm, f/20mmMoon filterCompass with circular levelDeluxe smartphone holder for taking pictures though the telescopeColor filter set (red, green, blue, yellow) diam. 31,7mm (1.25inch) Bresser HD USB Camera diam. 31,7mm (1.25inch'') WIN 10/11 ASTRO R-LITE Red light FlashlightStar map and astronomy software (via download)Instruction manual

€419.00*
BRESSER WIFI Eyepiece Camera
With the BRESSER WIFI Eyepiece Camera, you can now easily capture every fascinating view through a telescope, microscope, or binoculars. Simply slip it over the eyepiece, clamp it in place, and connect via app to your mobile device – and in no time, you can admire the live image of the optical instrument conveniently on your phone or tablet display. Start recording and look forward to high-resolution images and videos of your favourite objects! High-quality eyepiece camera for detailed recordings Enjoy your highlights from astronomy, microscopy, or nature observation in smooth 2K videos with or without sound. Or immortalize your most exciting subjects in razor-sharp photos. They are saved on a MicroSD card (not included) in the standard file formats MP4 and JPG. Great features for new perspectives A highlight of the eyepiece camera is the loop recording function: Simply let the camera automatically record videos for 1, 3, or 5 minutes over an extended period. You can then quickly see if something exciting has appeared in front of the lens. And so that your friends and family can also get a glimpse of your discoveries, share your videos and photos directly from the app. Relive breathtaking moments over and over again – with the BRESSER WIFI Eyepiece Camera for binoculars, telescopes, microscopes, and more. FEATURES Universal WIFI eyepiece camera for telescopes, binoculars, microscopes, spotting scopes, etc. Video resolution: 2K (25 fps) / 1,080 px (30 fps) (Full HD) Photo resolution: 1,920 x 1,080 px / 2,304 x 1,296 px CMOS sensor resolution: 4 MP File formats: MP4 (video), JPG (photo) Videos with and without sound recording Loop recording function: 1 / 3 / 5 min. App (iOS / Android) with user-friendly image / video editing functions Max. recording time with WIFI: 130 minutes Suitable for eyepiece housing diameters from 30 – 49 mm Storage: MicroSD card up to 128 GB (not included) SCOPE OF DELIVERY Eyepiece camera USB-C cable Manual

€99.00*