Price : $399.99
Orion Apex 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope - When it comes to telescopes, bigger is better, and you can do no better than the Apex 127 Compact Mak. Its 127mm (5")-diameter optics collects 55% more light through its multi-coated, 5" meniscus lens than that of a 4" scope, putting it in the big leagues for astronomical observing and advanced nature study. But big doesn't mean bulky! Even with a focal length of 1540mm (f/12.1), the Maksutov-Cassegrain optical design reduces the tube length to just 15"! The Apex 127 couples to any sturdy equatorial mount or photo-style tripod. T-threads on the eyepiece adapter also allow attachment of a 35mm camera body (with T-ring sold separately). The classy Apex 127 comes standard with a 6x26 achromatic finder scope, a 45-deg correct-image prism diagonal, and fully padded case. One-year limited warranty.
Feature Orion Apex 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
- Includes a 25mm Sirius Plossl 1.25" eyepiece, 6x30 finder scope, 45-degree correct-image diagonal, soft carry case, Starry Night astronomy software, and more!
- Tripod not included - altazimuth or field tripod will provide a solid foundation for the Apex 127 (mount and/or tripod sold separately)
- During the night the Apex 127 provides sharply detailed views of the Moon, brighter planets such as Mars, Jupiter, and Saturn as well as open and globular star clusters and cloudy nebulas
- Excellent for daytime use as a versatile spotting scope capable of high magnification views
- Compact Maksutov-Cassegrain telescope optical tube outfitted for daytime terrestrial use - just add a tripod!
This review is from : Orion Apex 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope
Great scope! . This scope is a good one. I've had a 3.5" refractor but this one is a fine improvement from it and provides great views and good clarity. Have only used the supplied 25mm eyepiece but it works well for all around viewing. Am pleased with the scope and it is well made.
Great scope! . This scope is a good one. I've had a 3.5" refractor but this one is a fine improvement from it and provides great views and good clarity. Have only used the supplied 25mm eyepiece but it works well for all around viewing. Am pleased with the scope and it is well made.
Orion Apex 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope Reviews
Apex 127mm . I bought this primarily for terrestrial viewing. The eyepiece(25mm)included with scope was a bit too powerful for this purpose. I then orderd a 40mm and 32mm and they work great. Also ordered a 20mm eyepice and moon filter for moon/star viewing. Overall very pleased with product and Orion customer support.
Apex 127mm . I bought this primarily for terrestrial viewing. The eyepiece(25mm)included with scope was a bit too powerful for this purpose. I then orderd a 40mm and 32mm and they work great. Also ordered a 20mm eyepice and moon filter for moon/star viewing. Overall very pleased with product and Orion customer support.
Orion Apex 127mm Maksutov-Cassegrain Telescope Opinions
First telescope . I like this telescope. It's quite sturdy and compact. It's made well and using it my first night out was very simple. The supplied eyepiece gives a good resolution of Jupiter, you can see individual bands and moons with out difficulty. All in all, its a very fine little telescope. The EQ2 mount that you might consider getting in addition to this is not so great. I'd look for a different mount, but as far as the telescope goes it works fine.
First telescope . I like this telescope. It's quite sturdy and compact. It's made well and using it my first night out was very simple. The supplied eyepiece gives a good resolution of Jupiter, you can see individual bands and moons with out difficulty. All in all, its a very fine little telescope. The EQ2 mount that you might consider getting in addition to this is not so great. I'd look for a different mount, but as far as the telescope goes it works fine.
GREAT LITTLE BACKYARD TELESCOPE . Nicely portable, great little travel case, perfect for backyard viewing. Nice adjunct to larger, heavier scope.
It's an Ok scope. . The scope is ok for daytime use. For me the image is a little fuzzy. Night time use is not advised. Have problems with lights turning into "star points". There are probably better scopes available.
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MPN : 09825Brand : Orion
Binding : Electronics
Manufacturer : Orion
Publisher : Orion
Studio : Orion
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