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Sky Watcher Sky-Watcher EvoStar 72 APO Doublet Refractor – Compact and Portab...:
$518.37

Sky Watcher Sky-Watcher EvoStar 72 APO Doublet Refractor – Compact and Portable Optical Tube for Affordable Astrophotography and Visual Astronomy (S11180)

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For astronomers looking to elevate their viewing experience with superiorextra-low dispersion glass, look no further than Sky-Watcher’s EvoStar seriesof apochromatic doublets. Whether you’re viewing the Moon for the first timeor a seasoned astronomer, savor one of the finest viewing experiences Sky-Watcher has to offer. The EvoStar ED refractor lens assembly utilizes aproprietary combination of matched lenses, designed to deliver optimum visualand photographic performance. Even when observing bright planetary objects,the EvoStar ED refractor minimizes color fringing to deliver an image withtack-sharp stars. Central to Sky-Watcher’s color correction is their MetallicHigh-Transmission Coatings™ (MHTC™), which eliminates virtually all falsecolor. All EvoStar ED refractor optical tubes have been light-baffled tominimize stray light, and the tube interior features a matte black finish toprevent light reflections from reaching the focal plane. For the visualastronomer looking to try their hand at astrophotography, the Sky-WatcherEvoStar ED refractor series provides the perfect pathway to professional-levelimaging without the need for braking the bank. Doublets cost less to produce,making them considerably less expensive than triplets. Additionally, fewerlens elements means less glass, which means less weight. Less weight means youcan handle your equipment with a less beefy – thus less expensive – mount.With these savings you can invest in a new camera or laptop to enhance yourastrophotography. Like the optics, the tube is beautifully crafted featuringrolled steel with our Sky-Watcher signature Black Diamond metal-flake finish.To contrast, the front and rear cells are constructed with a textured off-white aluminum casting. Whether you’re viewing from a home observatory or atan outreach event, the EvoStar ED refractor stands out amongst a crowded fieldof telescopes. Sky-Watcher EvoStar includes rings and a dovetail, giving youthe perfect setup that’s ready to go at a moment’s notice. The 2” dual-speedCrayford-style focuser provides precise focusing using roller bearings thatprovide minimal image shift. Our optical tubes are shipped with a foam-linedaluminum case to help transport your investment to and from star parties orany other field-based observation.

Features:

• EXPERTLY MATCHED GLASS: The EvoStar series features a matched doublet objective including one synthetic fluorite element, providing excellent color correction for visual and photographic uses.
• OUTSTANDING COLOR CORRECTION: Using the finest quality glass and proprietary Metallic High-Transmission Coatings (MHTC), EvoStar refractors produce tack sharp images with accurate color and minimal aberrations.
• PORTABLE TRAVEL SIZE: Using a compact design, this refractor is easy to transport and lightweight to support, making it the perfect travel companion.
• EVOLVES WITH SKILL: No need to replace this telescope as your skill set evolves. Whether youre a seasoned astrophotographer or a budding novice, EvoStar refractors are versatile enough to use as your primary optical tube as your skill set improves.
• 10:1 DUAL-SPEED FOCUSER: No matter the eyepiece or camera, finding focus is a breeze with this 10:1 dual-speed Crayford-style focuser.
• EVERYTHING YOU NEED: The EvoStar 72 comes complete with an aluminum case, tube rings, and a Vixen-style dovetail.

Product Details:

• Brand: Sky Watcher
• Model Name: Sky-Watcher USA
• Objective Lens Diameter: 72 Millimeters
• Product Dimensions: 16.5"D x 3.5"W x 3.5"H
• Focus Type: Manual Focus
• Finderscope: Reflex
• Item Weight: 4.3 Pounds
• Lens Coating Description: Fully Coated
• Product Dimensions: 16.5 x 3.5 x 3.5 inches
• Item Weight: 4.3 pounds
• Item model number: S11180
• Date First Available: September 27, 2018
• Manufacturer: Sky-Watcher
• Country of Origin: China

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