2.8" Refractor Astrophotography Bundle- 70mm EQ1 Refractor, Camera, Accessories

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Schieber Telescopes offers a low-priced 70 mm (2.8") Refractor Astrophotography Bundle that includes a high-quality 70 mm refractor telescope with a long 900 mm focal length and EQ1 mount, a 1.3 MP digital eyepiece camera and a kit of accessories.The 1.3 MP camera can be replaced with a 3.0 MP or 5.0 MP camera for an additional $35 or $70, respectively. Also, a Right Ascension Motor Drive is available for an additional $35. A single axis motor drive is very valuable for astrophotography because it allows the telescope to keep celestial objects in view as they move across the sky without having to make manual adjustments Just let me know if you want an upgraded camera and/or motor drive when ordering and I'll send you a Paypal invoice for the additional money.In the main photo, I show an image captured by the digital camera and displayed on an 8" tablet PC. The tablet is attached to the telescope with a tablet holder/mount. I don't sell the tablet or holder but they are readily available "off-the-shelf" items. I found that using my tablet is a great way to view real-time images from the telescope without straining my eyes looking in the eyepiece for a prolonged period. I am happy to help customers set up their tablet (with Windows OS) to display and save images captured from the telescope.Levenhuk Skyline 70x900 EQ is a refractor with an equatorial mount, which is suitable for both astronomical and terrestrial observations. The large focal length (900 millimeters, 35.4 inches) provides a clear picture and magnification of up to 140x.The telescope enables a detailed study of planets, lunar craters, seasons change on Mars and much more. As far as long distance objects are concerned, you can see all the Messier objects very well.Features:Contrast and sharp images in high resolution without chromatic aberration; Highly detailed pictures; Designed for photographing the Moon and planets; Suitable for both terrestrial and astronomical observations; Ideal for planetary observations and observations of binary stars; Suitable for beginners.The Bundle includes:Telescope's optical tube SUPER 25 and SUPER 10 eyepieces Equatorial mount EQ1 Aluminum tpipod Barlow lens Diagonal mirror Digital Eyepiece Camera Camera USB Cable Compass User manualThe equatorial mount, as opposed to an azimuth one, when being hovered compensates for the rotation of the Earth and allows more precise tracking of astronomical objects, keeping them within sight through the eyepiece. This mount is perfect for astronomical observations and indispensable for astrophotography. The aluminum tripod has adjustable height.Two achromatic eyepieces SUPER 10 and SUPER 25 with a 1.25-inch (31.75-millimeter) diameter are included in the package and serve as powerful image correction tools. The optics used in the eyepiece are glass with a special coating. Field of view is 50-52 degrees.The easy-to-use digital eyepiece camera connects to the USB port on your computer and gives you a real-time image from your telescope, directly on your computer screen. This is the best way to view high resolution images of the moon, planets, sun (with solar filter), and deep-sky objects without having to bend over your telescope and squint with one eye to enjoy the heavenly attractions. The beautiful 1280x1040 images you observe can be shared with family and friends or uploaded to social media, such as Facebook to share your astrophotography with the world.Please note that the digital eyepiece camera is shipped separately and will arrive a few days before the telescope package. The bundle does not include the tablet PC or tablet holder shown in the first image, but these are readily available off-the-shelf items. I am happy to help customers set up a tablet to use with this telescope and camera.Camera SpecificationsVideo Resolution: 1280x1024 (Max) Video Format: WMV FPS: 16 FPS Image Resolution: 1280x1024 (Max) Image Format: JPEG, BMP Connection to Telescope: Ocular tube Pixel Size: 2.8x2.8 Micrometers Spectrum Response 400nm - 1000nm Shutter: ERS (Electronic Rolling Shutter) White Balance: Auto Power Source: 5V DC (USB Port) Supported OS: Windows 2000, XP, Vista, 7 (32 bit version only) Image Sensor: 1/4 Inch 1.3 Megapixel CMOS Sensitivity: 1.0 V/Lux-secTelescope SpecificationsOptical designachromatic refractorOptics coatingfully multi-coatedObjective lens diameter (aperture), mm70Focal length, mm900Highest practical power, x140Focal ratiof/12.9Resolution threshold, arcseconds1.9Limiting stellar magnitude11.2EyepiecesSUPER 10, SUPER 25Eyepiece barrel diameter1.25Barlow lens2xFinderscopeoptical, 6x24Focuserrack-and-pinion, 1.25TripodaluminumTripod height (adjustable), mmin650-120025.6-47.3Mountequatorial EQ1UsageGeneral use product.May be used by kidsover 3 years old.Warranty: lifetime Weight: 35.3 lb. (16.0 kg.) Package size (LxWxH): 13.2×42.5×9.3 in. (33.5×108.0×23.5 cm.) Item #: 24298-AB read more

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