DESCRIPTION
Praised by users as the best viewfinder / finderscope for telescopes, the Explore Scientific 8x50 Straight Through Illuminated Finder Scope with Bracket and NEW long battery life Illuminator II is indispensable during complex observations and precise alignments.
Weighing just 15.9 ounces and compactly sized at 216mm x 57mm x 62mm, this lightweight powerhouse is an invitation to explore the universe's intricacies.
Designed with a standard crosshair reticle, this finder scope ensures pinpoint accuracy. The 6° wide field of view captures every celestial detail, making navigation through the night sky a breeze. The continuously variable deep red illumination adds a customizable touch, allowing you to adjust brightness according to your preferences seamlessly.
Furthermore, the generous 16mm long eye-relief eyepiece of the Explore Scientific 8x50mm Straight Through Illuminated Finder Scope is a boon for astronomers, providing optimal viewing comfort during extended stargazing sessions. With a bright 7mm exit pupil, users can explore faint galaxies, comets, and nebulae with enhanced clarity, ensuring a captivating and immersive astronomical experience. This thoughtful design aspect caters to the needs of observers, prioritizing both precision and the joy of celestial exploration.
Powered by two AAA batteries (not included), the new long battery life Illuminator II guarantees extended usage, freeing you from the hassle of frequent interruptions. The bright 7mm exit pupil of the eyepiece enhances your view, bringing faint galaxies, comets, and nebulae to life with unparalleled clarity.
Innovation shines through with the precision-polished roof prism, delivering right-side-up, left-to-right correct images and adding an intuitive touch to your stargazing experience. The open center illuminated reticle, featuring scale markings for 1.5°, 3°, and 4.5°, provides unobstructed views, effortlessly centering objects in your line of sight.
Crafted with EMD Coated optics, this finder scope ensures maximum contrast for clear and detailed observations. Compatible with both the NEW Hybrid Finder Scope base and the Explore Scientific original finder bases, this versatile instrument allows you to customize your stargazing setup with ease.
It is important to stress this view findercomes with a bracket, ensuring enhanced stability during observations and simplified mounting compatibility, therefore streamlining your stargazing setup.
Experience exceptional performance and user-friendly design – where every detail of the universe is within your reach.
Why choose the Explore Scientific 8x50 Straight Through Illuminated Viewfinder with Bracket and NEW long battery life Illuminator II?
1. Precision Performance
The Explore Scientific 8x50mm Straight Through Illuminated Finder Scope excels in providing unparalleled stargazing precision, delivering crisp and clear views for astronomical observations.
2. User-Acclaimed Excellence
Garnering praise as the best viewfinder/finderscope for telescopes, this instrument has earned the trust and approval of fellow astronomers, highlighting its exceptional performance and reliability.
3. Enhanced Navigation
With a standard crosshair reticle, a wide 6° field of view, and continuously variable deep red illumination, this finder scope offers precise and customizable navigation through the night sky, ensuring a seamless and tailored stargazing experience.
4. Optimized Viewing Comfort
The Explore Scientific 8x50mm Straight Through Illuminated Finder Scope prioritizes your viewing comfort with a generous 16mm long eye-relief eyepiece. This feature ensures that users experience a bright 7mm exit pupil, allowing for comfortable and extended observations of faint galaxies, comets, and nebulae with enhanced clarity. The thoughtful design emphasizes not only precision in observations but also an immersive and enjoyable stargazing experience for astronomers of all levels.
5. Stability Reinforced with Bracket
The inclusion of a bracket adds a new dimension to stability during observations. This feature not only enhances the overall steadiness of the finder scope but also simplifies the mounting process, making it an invaluable addition for users seeking a stable and user-friendly setup.
6. Illuminator Excellence
The Explore Scientific 8x50mm Straight Through Illuminated Finder Scope takes your stargazing to new heights with a continuously variable deep red illumination. This feature not only enhances visibility during observations but also allows users to customize brightness according to their preferences, providing a personalized and comfortable viewing experience.
7. Extended Operational Time
The illuminator, powered by two AAA batteries (not included), is equipped with the NEW long battery life Illuminator II. This ensures extended usage without frequent interruptions, allowing astronomers to delve deeper into the cosmos without the need for frequent battery changes.
8. Versatile Mounting Options
The bracket expands the compatibility of the finder scope, allowing it to seamlessly integrate with both the NEW Hybrid Finder Scope base and the Explore Scientific original finder bases. This versatility provides users with flexible mounting options tailored to their specific telescope setups.
9. Streamlined Setup Process
The bracket not only reinforces stability but also streamlines the overall setup process. This ensures that users can focus more on the joy of celestial exploration and less on technical complexities, making it an ideal choice for those who prioritize efficiency and ease of use.
10. User-Friendly Adjustments
The continuously variable deep red illumination is widely praised by users as a standout feature, offering an unparalleled level of adjustability. This user-friendly aspect allows astronomers to tailor the illumination to their liking, enhancing the overall enjoyment of their stargazing sessions.
What's in the box?
- Explore Scientific 8x50 Straight Through Illuminated Viewfinder ×1
- Bracket ×1
- Illuminator II ×1
SPECS
- Reticle: Standard Crosshair
- Weight: 15.9oz / 450.76g
- Size: 216mm x 57mm x 62mm
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