**Bushnell** Telescope Deep Space Series 525X Mags, Model 78-9514
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60mm coated objective lens
4mm, 12mm, 20mm ocular lenses
Metal yoke mount
3x Barlow lens
5×24 finderscope
Erecting lens
Ideal for night sky and land-based viewingYoke mount for stable movementFinderscope helps you quickly locate objectsMagnification: 525xObjective lens: 60mm
This is a standard 60mm refracting (lens based) telescope, but what sets it apart is its dual-use mount and design, as well as its generous accessory package. With this telescope you get three quality eyepieces, a 5mm (140x), 12mm (58x), and a 20mm (35x), as well as a Barlow lens that effectively doubles the magnification of any eyepiece it is used with. Unfortunately these are .96″ accessories, not the general standard of 1.25″, but that should not prove to be much of a problem. It should also be noted that magnification is not always the answer; many of the most breathtaking objects in the sky actually look better with lower magnification levels. Along with the eyepieces, there is a 5x24mm finderscope, a sturdy, adjustable tripod with the previously mentioned Altazimuth head.This telescope is not only versatile, it is also a complete light-weight package. And in my opinion, portability is the key to getting out night after night and enjoying your equipment. But what can you actually see? Well, for starters, the moon alone can keep most astronomers busy for a life time. A bit further away, you can resolve the reddish disk of Mars, the rings of Saturn, and track the major moons of Jupiter. Outside the Solar System, there are literally thousands of clusters, double stars, and nebula visible in this telescope. Its longer focal length (f/11.6), however, means that this telescope was really designed for the moon and planets, and this is clearly where it will excel. A long focal length means that the telescope is capable of more power, but does so at the expense of the size of the viewing area, which is inherently limited by the small objective lens (60mm). A small lens simply does not allow as much light into the telescope, meaning high power views will be dim. The best eyepieces to use with this telescope are the lower-power 20mm and 12mm eyepieces. Lower powers with small telescopes guarantee sharper and brighter views. –Curt IrwinPros:Versatile Altazimuth mountComplete package of accessoriesSturdy, portable buildCons:Longer focal length not great for deep space views60mm aperture is on the small sideInadequate .96″ accessoriesFrom the ManufacturerFrom the Manufacturer Bushnell Deep Space Telescopes are a great value for both the beginner and intermediate astronomer. Fully featured for night after night of fun and excitement exploring deep into space. Include all-metal optical tube assembly, high-quality glass optic objectives for crisp clear views, full-length variable height tripods, metal yoke mounting systems, all-metal accessory trays, rack and pinion focusing mechanisms and patented universal coding system. They can help you take a voyage to hundreds of far-away galaxies, learn about the moons of Jupiter, and explore the craters of the Moon. Meticulously engineered, the advanced optics of Bushnell Telescopes deliver amazing detail and will keep viewers enjoying the wonders of the universe for many years to come.Refractors This is a refractor telescope. Refractors (also known as a dioptrics) capture light with a lens at the front of a long tube and send it to an eyepiece at the other end. They look, in other words, just like what most people think of when they hear the word “telescope.” Refractors offer–potentially, at least–the cleanest images of any telescope design. They are simple and reliable (the sealed tube is maintenance-free), and are good for both celestial and terrestrial viewing. Read more about different telescope designs in our buying guideSpecifications for this Bushnell telescope include:Power/Obj.: 525x60mmStyle: RefractorFocal length: 700mmFeatures: Yoke Mount, Vertical Stabilizer Bar, Diagonal Mirror, Barlow, Erecting Lens, Finderscope, Universal Coding SystemSome useful tech terms:Magnification (Power): The magnification of a telescope is determined by dividing its focal length by the focal length of the eyepiece being used. For example, a 500mm telescope with a 5mm eyepiece would magnify objects 100x. Thus, a telescope can provide nearly any magnification required depending on the focal length of the eyepiece used.Objective Lens Size (or Aperture): The size of the telescopes objective lens, or aperture, limits the amount of power that can be used effectively. As the magnification of an object increases, the brightness of the image decreases. This is because the light gathered by the telescope is being spread over a larger area.Focal Length: The measured light path of the optical system (tube length), typically measured in millimeters.Yoke Mount: A u-shaped altaz mount. Altaz mounts move up-down and left-right.Finderscope: On most astronomical telescopes a lower powered finderscope with a wider field of view lets the user quickly locate the object to be viewed by the high-magnification main telescope.The Nuts and Bolts of the Deep Space 525×60 Refractor60mm Objective LensStabilizer Bar Mounting ScrewAltazimuth Yoke MountAzimuth Lock ScrewTripod LegTripod Leg Middle SectionAccessory Tray BraceAccessory TrayTripod Leg Lock ScrewsVertical Stabilizer BarVertical Fine Adjustment ScrewRack & Pinion Focus MechanismDiagonal MirrorEyepieceFinderscope MountFinderscope Focus AdjustmentFinderscopeFinderscope Adjustment ScrewsAltitude Lock KnobTelescope Main Tubehttps://www.amazon.com/Bushnell-Deep-Space-Refractor-Telescope/dp/B00007973P
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