Telescopes Dobsonian Is the 6in orion dobsonian a good telescope for viewing jupiter?
will i be able to see alot of detail on jupiter? what other brands make better telescopes that will get me the best view of jupiter
i want to stay under 300 dollars for a budget
A 6 inch will show a fair amount of detail, but an 8 inch will bring out significantly more. Try to get an 8 inch dobsonian if you can instead.
This time-saving cooling system features three fans which have been custom designed to fit the Orion XX14g GoTo Dobsonian primary mirror cell. All three small fans work in tandem to help reduce the amount of time needed for the telescope to reach thermal equilibrium with the ambient air temperature of your observing location...
In 1609, world-renowned Italian scientist, Galileo Galilei, introduced an elementary telescope to the growing astronomy community, which sparked interest into the mysterious night sky for centuries to come...
A powerful and capable telescope, the Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian is one of our most popular reflectors due to its elegant combination of precision optics, mechanical simplicity, and rock-solid stability...
The easiest way to aim a telescope. The view seen through the window of the Telrad is continuous with the sky around it, not magnified or upside down. Three rings are lighted and appear to lie among the stars...
This remarkable scope combines powerful 254mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in one nicely portable package. And with included Computerized Object Locator, even the first-time stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank...
Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector TelescopeLaunch a lifetime of stargazing with this compact, ready-to-use telescopeTop-notch optics show you the moon, the planets, the stars and moreScope comes fully assembled so you can go from box to backyard in minutesHigh-quality optics, point-and-view ease of use, remarkable portability, all for less than $200Your ticket to space-tourism without the zero-G nauseaMaybe it's because many of us started out with those frustrating little department store refractors, but at Orion we strive to offer quality telescopes for beginners that are easy to use and will inspire their natural inclination to explore...
Orion's SkyQuest XT8i Intelliscope Dobsonian Computerized Telescope combines powerful 203mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in a nicely portable package. With the included IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator, the amateur stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank...
This GPS receiver downloads precise location and time/date information to the GoTo computer on Atlas EQ-G, Sirius EQ-G, and SkyView Pro GoTo hand controllers, so you don't have to. It uses satellite global positioning data to make inputting accurate geographical location and time a breeze...
I've written a book on how to build a telescope just like the one I did so anyone can do it. Every step and every piece is covered in great detail so you can actually build a powerful telescope much more powerful than the one's typically found in department stores...
In the 1960's, American amateur astronomer, John Dobson, designed a revolutionary kind of astronomical telescope featuring a lightweight large-aperture reflecting system on a simple mounting, using the then-revolutionary material called teflon...
Orion(r) SkyQuest(TM) XT Classic Dobsonians It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on these gentle giants. For not only do their jumbo-sized optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," raved Astronomy magazine, but they're also the most affordable quality Dobs on the market...
With a tube length of 11 inches, a 90mm (3.5") precision-polished fully multi-coated meniscus front lens, and solid uncompromising construction. the Apex 90 Compact Mak is a paragon of portability, optical excellence, and durability...
How to make a 25" Dobsonian telescope?
I'm trying to figure out how to make at least a 25" aperture Dobsonian telescope. Does anyone know of any sites I can go to to find out how or any books I can get?
If you plan to grind your own mirror yourself, you should start with something MUCH smaller --- 6 or 8 inches at most. Even an experienced amateur telescope maker can spend years making a telescope mirror in the 25" size range.
Alternatively, you could buy the optics already made, and just build the mounting and "tube" or strut assembly to hold them. Count on spending several thousands of dollars for these.
Xt8 Dobsonian Can I take pictures with a telescope?
I want to get the Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope, and I was wondering if there would be any way I can take photos with it?
Thanks!
That is not a good telescope for photography because it does not have an equatorial mount. You can get an equatorial platform for it, but that would cost more than an 8 inch telescope on an equatorial mount.
So without the ability to track the sky you are limited to very short exposures, which pretty much limits you to the Sun (with a proper filter) and Moon.
This remarkable scope combines powerful 254mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in one nicely portable package. And with included Computerized Object Locator, even the first-time stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank...
Orion's SkyQuest XT8i Intelliscope Dobsonian Computerized Telescope combines powerful 203mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in a nicely portable package. With the included IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator, the amateur stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank...
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A powerful and capable telescope, the Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian is one of our most popular reflectors due to its elegant combination of precision optics, mechanical simplicity, and rock-solid stability...
The Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope combines powerful optics with the ultimate in mechanical simplicity and stability. It features a precision 8-inch (203mm) parabolic primary mirror, center-marked at the factory for precise collimation and mounted in a cast-aluminum support cell that provides maximum ventilation...
Without spending a fortune you can get a telescope that will not only satisfy the kids, but the kid in you! Our SkyQuest XT4.5 is a quality telescope, with point-and-view simplicity that makes it easy to use and makes stargazing fun! The optical performance is far and away better than flimsy department store models...
Orion(r) SkyQuest(TM) XT Classic Dobsonians It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on these gentle giants. For not only do their jumbo-sized optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," raved Astronomy magazine, but they're also the most affordable quality Dobs on the market...
Best Objects To View With an 8" Dobsonian Telescope.?
Focal length 1250mm Focal ratio f5/9 and what amganficication I have a 25mm eyepiece and a 10mm , And what can I expect to see with it , like will I see detail on planets, nebulae, and galaxies. its an Orion Skyquest Xt8.
Your telescope will be excellent for observing the Sun (with a special solar filter), the Moon, all the planets, hundreds of double stars, and hundreds of deep sky objects. The supplied eyepieces are good for starters, but you'll soon find yourself wanting more magnification for the Moon and planets. I'd recommend a 6mm or 5mm eyepiece such as Orion's Edge-On Planetary eyepieces. The supplied eyepieces will be fine for deep sky objects: the 25mm to find them and to view the larger ones, and the 10mm for closer views of globular clusters, planetary nebulae, and small galaxies. A wonderful project is to try to observe all the objects in Charles Messier's catalog. These 110 objects represent the brightest and best of all the deep sky objects, and all are readily visble in an 8-inch.
You will need a good star atlas, such as Sky & Telescope's Pocket Sky Atlas, and a guidebook like Terence Dickinson's NightWatch or Phil Harrington's Star Watch.
Xt8 Dobsonian Where would be a good place to go for stargazing tonight? I live in Cherry Hill, NJ right outside Philadelphia?
I just bought a XT8 dobsonian and I was looking to use it tonight since it's going to be a very clear night to view the skies. There is a lot of light pollution in my area since I'm so close to the city. Would anyone have any recommendations? Would Batso be a good place to go? I wonder if I can park anywhere around there after dark and have an open field to view the night sky.
Any suggestions would be appreciated thank you!
Chris
Awesome thanks for the info guys - would the best time to be when it's the "new moon" phase?
Not tonight - tonight is the brightest full moon for 18 years. That is going to obscure a lot of fainter objects that you would hope to be able to see by travelling to a dark sky location.
A powerful and capable telescope, the Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian is one of our most popular reflectors due to its elegant combination of precision optics, mechanical simplicity, and rock-solid stability...
The Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope combines powerful optics with the ultimate in mechanical simplicity and stability. It features a precision 8-inch (203mm) parabolic primary mirror, center-marked at the factory for precise collimation and mounted in a cast-aluminum support cell that provides maximum ventilation...
Amazon.com Review Orion’s Skyquest XT4.5 is the smallest in their Dobsonian line of telescopes that includes the B00020WZB0 XT6 , XT8 , and XT10. Newcomers to the hobby are always surprised at how large amateur telescopes are, but to experienced observers, this XT4...
This remarkable scope combines powerful 254mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in one nicely portable package. And with included Computerized Object Locator, even the first-time stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank...
Orion's SkyQuest XT8i Intelliscope Dobsonian Computerized Telescope combines powerful 203mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in a nicely portable package. With the included IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator, the amateur stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank...
The XT12 IntelliScope takes big-aperture astronomy to a new level of performance and user-friendly fun. With design ingenuity and technical sophistication that make competing models yesterday's news, it will wow even the most star-savvy enthusiast...
Orion(r) SkyQuest(TM) XT Classic Dobsonians It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on these gentle giants. For not only do their jumbo-sized optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," raved Astronomy magazine, but they're also the most affordable quality Dobs on the market...
Moon Telescope Dobsonian Xt8 Classic
How does a Zhumell Z8 Dob compare to an Orion XT8?
I was set on the Orion XT8 Dobsonian, however I found a Zhumell Z8 Dobsonian for $342.00 + free shipping, whereas the Orion was $329.99 + $25 shipping. The Zhumell also comes with a laser collimator, cooling fan, two eyepieces and a moon filter. Opinions? Experience?
They are both good scopes so I say go with the one that is the best deal which sounds like the Zhumell. I was looking at both and my only question about the Zhumell is the finder. One picture shows a straight thru finder and one shows a right angle finder and I didn't see it mentioned in the description. A right angle finder by itself is just about useless because it is just about impossible to find anything. You will need to use some type of straight thru finder in conjunction with it like a Telrad, Rigel Quik-Finder or some type of red dot finder.
Dobsonian What do you think about the Bushnell ARES 6 inch Dobsonian?Is it comparable to orion's Dob?
And is this Bushnell's a better acquisition than Orion's Space Prob 130EQ?
Thank you.
I suspect this is made for Bushnell by Synta, the same company that makes Orion's Dobs. However, be aware that Bushnell has poorer quality control than Orion, so it may not be quite as good. It definitely is better than the 130EQ: larger aperture, much more solid mount.
This time-saving cooling system features three fans which have been custom designed to fit the Orion XX14g GoTo Dobsonian primary mirror cell. All three small fans work in tandem to help reduce the amount of time needed for the telescope to reach thermal equilibrium with the ambient air temperature of your observing location...
This GPS receiver downloads precise location and time/date information to the GoTo computer on Atlas EQ-G, Sirius EQ-G, and SkyView Pro GoTo hand controllers, so you don't have to. It uses satellite global positioning data to make inputting accurate geographical location and time a breeze...
In 1609, world-renowned Italian scientist, Galileo Galilei, introduced an elementary telescope to the growing astronomy community, which sparked interest into the mysterious night sky for centuries to come...
A powerful and capable telescope, the Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian is one of our most popular reflectors due to its elegant combination of precision optics, mechanical simplicity, and rock-solid stability...
The easiest way to aim a telescope. The view seen through the window of the Telrad is continuous with the sky around it, not magnified or upside down. Three rings are lighted and appear to lie among the stars...
This remarkable scope combines powerful 254mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in one nicely portable package. And with included Computerized Object Locator, even the first-time stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank...
Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector TelescopeLaunch a lifetime of stargazing with this compact, ready-to-use telescopeTop-notch optics show you the moon, the planets, the stars and moreScope comes fully assembled so you can go from box to backyard in minutesHigh-quality optics, point-and-view ease of use, remarkable portability, all for less than $200Your ticket to space-tourism without the zero-G nauseaMaybe it's because many of us started out with those frustrating little department store refractors, but at Orion we strive to offer quality telescopes for beginners that are easy to use and will inspire their natural inclination to explore...
Orion's SkyQuest XT8i Intelliscope Dobsonian Computerized Telescope combines powerful 203mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in a nicely portable package. With the included IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator, the amateur stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank...
I've written a book on how to build a telescope just like the one I did so anyone can do it. Every step and every piece is covered in great detail so you can actually build a powerful telescope much more powerful than the one's typically found in department stores...
In the 1960's, American amateur astronomer, John Dobson, designed a revolutionary kind of astronomical telescope featuring a lightweight large-aperture reflecting system on a simple mounting, using the then-revolutionary material called teflon...
Orion(r) SkyQuest(TM) XT Classic Dobsonians It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on these gentle giants. For not only do their jumbo-sized optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," raved Astronomy magazine, but they're also the most affordable quality Dobs on the market...
With a tube length of 11 inches, a 90mm (3.5") precision-polished fully multi-coated meniscus front lens, and solid uncompromising construction. the Apex 90 Compact Mak is a paragon of portability, optical excellence, and durability...
I am a beginner. I would like to purchase a Dobsonian telescope?
I am getting a Dobsonian but I've heard astronomers say don't buy one with the highest inch at first. Why? (I was going to get a 12" Dobsonian telescope). So, should I get a lower Dobsonian? Like 6"?
My choices are 6", 8", 10" and 12" DOBSONIAN.
The aperture = inches.
A 10" dob is a great all around choice. I would suggest looking at getting a truss tube design scope that doesn't take up quite as much room as a solid tube would - makes it easier for transporting and storage.
Now, I would strongly urge you to get in touch with a local astronomy club, if at all possible for extra help. A club can an invaluable resource for when you are starting out.
http://www.go-astronomy.com/astro-club-search.htm
Some other other options to tap into for help -
http://www.cloudynights.com/
http://www.andysshotglass.com/
http://astro.nineplanets.org/astrosoftware.html
http://www.telescope.com/
Another option is to get some guide books. The one I chiefly recommend for folks just starting out is this -
I just purchased a Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian Telescope and was wondering what eyepieces would I need other than the one it came with.
This scope comes with a 25-mm eyepiece which will give you a magnification of 48x with a field of view slightly over 1 degree. This is an excellent start and will probably end up being the eyepiece you use the most. It will show you the entire Moon and the entire Sun (with a solar filter on the front of the telescope). Most deep sky objects are small enough to fit comfortably in this field of view, and it is an excellent eyepiece for finding smaller deep sky objects. It will give you good general views of the planets: Venus' phases, Mars' polar caps, Jupiter's moons and major belts, Saturn's rings and moons.
You will need more magnification for detailed examination of deep sky objects, detail on the Moon, and especially the planets. I find a magnification from 150x to 200x most useful for this, an eyepiece with focal length 6- to 8-mm. It's also useful to have an eyepiece somewhere in between 25-mm and 6- to 8-mm.
You may also want to get an eyepiece with a wider field of view than the 25mm for looking at really large objects like the Pleiades and the Andromeda Galaxy. In general, avoid eyepieces longer than 30-mm, as these will not perform well on your scope. In particular avoid those 40-mm Plössls, which have very narrow fields of view forced on them by their 1.25" barrels. The 30mm GSO SuperView is an excellent eyepiece in a 2" barrel at a very reasonable price.
When buying additional eyepieces, avoid the eyepiece kits which give you lots of cheap eyepieces of many different focal lengths. It's much better to spend the same money on one or two quality eyepieces with a wide apparent field of view (68 to 100°) These eyepieces will be more versatile. Don't waste money on coloured filters, as most observers hardly ever use them. When you're starting out, a Barlow lens seems like a good idea, but you'll find that most experienced observers hardly ever use Barlows, preferring to use quality short focal length eyepieces instead.
Go slow. learn to use your 25-mm eyepiece well before buying another one. Get a feeling for what you want to see. If possible, attend star parties and try out others' eyepieces. Most of us waste a lot of money on eyepieces we never use and end up selling at a loss. With any one of my telescopes I end up using only two or three eyepieces, and most of my eyepieces never come out of the case.
This time-saving cooling system features three fans which have been custom designed to fit the Orion XX14g GoTo Dobsonian primary mirror cell. All three small fans work in tandem to help reduce the amount of time needed for the telescope to reach thermal equilibrium with the ambient air temperature of your observing location...
In 1609, world-renowned Italian scientist, Galileo Galilei, introduced an elementary telescope to the growing astronomy community, which sparked interest into the mysterious night sky for centuries to come...
A powerful and capable telescope, the Orion SkyQuest XT8 Classic Dobsonian is one of our most popular reflectors due to its elegant combination of precision optics, mechanical simplicity, and rock-solid stability...
The easiest way to aim a telescope. The view seen through the window of the Telrad is continuous with the sky around it, not magnified or upside down. Three rings are lighted and appear to lie among the stars...
This remarkable scope combines powerful 254mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in one nicely portable package. And with included Computerized Object Locator, even the first-time stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank...
Orion StarBlast 4.5 Astro Reflector TelescopeLaunch a lifetime of stargazing with this compact, ready-to-use telescopeTop-notch optics show you the moon, the planets, the stars and moreScope comes fully assembled so you can go from box to backyard in minutesHigh-quality optics, point-and-view ease of use, remarkable portability, all for less than $200Your ticket to space-tourism without the zero-G nauseaMaybe it's because many of us started out with those frustrating little department store refractors, but at Orion we strive to offer quality telescopes for beginners that are easy to use and will inspire their natural inclination to explore...
Orion's SkyQuest XT8i Intelliscope Dobsonian Computerized Telescope combines powerful 203mm-diameter reflector optics with point-and-view simplicity in a nicely portable package. With the included IntelliScope Computerized Object Locator, the amateur stargazer can pinpoint the location of 14,000+ celestial wonders stored in the IntelliScope's databank...
This GPS receiver downloads precise location and time/date information to the GoTo computer on Atlas EQ-G, Sirius EQ-G, and SkyView Pro GoTo hand controllers, so you don't have to. It uses satellite global positioning data to make inputting accurate geographical location and time a breeze...
I've written a book on how to build a telescope just like the one I did so anyone can do it. Every step and every piece is covered in great detail so you can actually build a powerful telescope much more powerful than the one's typically found in department stores...
In the 1960's, American amateur astronomer, John Dobson, designed a revolutionary kind of astronomical telescope featuring a lightweight large-aperture reflecting system on a simple mounting, using the then-revolutionary material called teflon...
Orion(r) SkyQuest(TM) XT Classic Dobsonians It's no wonder customers heap 5-star ratings on these gentle giants. For not only do their jumbo-sized optics and uncomplicated design bring a "new level of joy to simple observing," raved Astronomy magazine, but they're also the most affordable quality Dobs on the market...
With a tube length of 11 inches, a 90mm (3.5") precision-polished fully multi-coated meniscus front lens, and solid uncompromising construction. the Apex 90 Compact Mak is a paragon of portability, optical excellence, and durability...
