To get a better magnification, can I just pick up Orion Shorty 1.25" 2x Barlow Lens or do I need something else on top of that?
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A barlow is fine. I use the GSO Barlow that actually gives you two magnification choices...http://agenaastro.com/gso-1-25-2x-achromatic-barlow-lens.html
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A barlow is fine. I use the GSO Barlow that actually gives you two magnification choices... http://agenaastro.com/gso-1-25-2x-achromatic-barlow-lens.html
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If your spotting scope accepts 1.25" lenses, then yes, this is all you need.
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I have used it on the C8 and Meade 12, SCTs, and it works great with a 2x barlow on these scopes. I do not have a 3x. As far as the AstroMaster, I think the barlow would be too much power, JMO. I would try it with the zoom alone and see how it resolves at the lower fl range. I've had mixed results with the lower focal lengths on this ep. Of course, the higher seem better. I use this mainly as an indicator of the seeing conditions and the best fl for the object I'm observing. Then I usually change to that dedicated ep that fits the condition. It's hard to get a multipurpose ep to perform as well as a dedicated fixed fl one. However, again it does work pretty well on the higher fl. Hope that helps. WEK. I have used it on the C8 and Meade 12, SCTs, and it works great with a 2x barlow on these scopes. I do not have a 3x. As far as the AstroMaster, I think the barlow would be too much power, JMO. I would try it with the zoom alone and see how it resolves at the lower fl range. I've had mixed results with the lower focal lengths on this ep. Of course, the higher seem better. I use this mainly as an indicator of the seeing conditions and the best fl for the object I'm observing. Then I usually change to that dedicated ep that fits the condition. It's hard to get a multipurpose ep to perform as... » Read More I have used it on the C8 and Meade 12, SCTs, and it works great with a 2x barlow on these scopes. I do not have a 3x. As far as the AstroMaster, I think the barlow would be too much power, JMO. I would try it with the zoom alone and see how it resolves at the lower fl range. I've had mixed results with the lower focal lengths on this ep. Of course, the higher seem better. I use this mainly as an indicator of the seeing conditions and the best fl for the object I'm observing. Then I usually change to that dedicated ep that fits the condition. It's hard to get a multipurpose ep to perform as well as a dedicated fixed fl one. However, again it does work pretty well on the higher fl. Hope that helps. WEK. « Show Less
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The 70 Travel Scope can handle a "Shorty Barlow" from the top of the diagonal. The Scope is 70 mm, so It's Magnification Max is 140 power. Your 20 delivers 22.5 Magnification, the 10 mm 45. The Scopes power is the ability to not surpass 2 X the MM appeture (front Lens Diameter) so 70 X 2 +140. A Two times barlow would double your current numbers; a triplet would get you 135 Power with your 10 mm. That's 5 mm under the scope capacity so as not to darken the Picture. This Scope is great BTW, we used It to film the Venus Transit across the Sun and other Dark Sky Objects, great for Landscape photography as well (on a budget :) Though make sure It's a "Shorty" Barlow Lens, some are too long to go into the "top" of the diagonal (you need the Diagonal because It's part of the 450 mm Focal lenght ) from the "tube side" you won't be able to focus. Celestrons shortys work well as Meades. Hope this helps.
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Absolutely. You will need some additional parts, though. You'll need an adapter to mount to your camera, and a T-Adapter. Depending on your needs, you may also want a barlow lens. When you have all of that, you attach the camera, focus, and start snapping pics. It helps to have a remote for your camera so that you can snap the picture without touching the telescope, which could cause movement that would ruin your picture.
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I wouldn't, unless you have a really extravagant and solid and extremely heavy (and costly) tripod to give extreme stability to your telescope. And maybe not even then. This Barlow gets in really tight, and even a very slight breeze will knock it out of focus or cause vibrations if you use this coupled with a zoom. Tighter is not always better. I have a Celestron zoom and this Barlow as well. I use them both. But I don't use them together. Hope this helps. Great question!
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It's really not critical to have a Barlow lens but it's nice. When I first got my telescope, I just used the lens take came with it. Later on, I purchased a Barlow lens and some filters. With these items, I was able to see better details. Now I wish I had a bigger telescope. I guess just like any other hobby it depends on how much can you afford to spend. You might want to try to hook up with a astronomy group some night and see for yourself before you decide.
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This Should work fine. I know I have heard that the Barlow might not have enough travel to focus with some scopes. This can be fixed by placing the 2x Barlow directly into the focuser and then attaching the diagonal to the barlow. This small kit is a great value&lt; id say buy it. I have it and im happy with everything in it except the moon filter. The moon filter is plastic and it turns the moon green but it still works. The other filters are high quality and individually they cost $19.99. The 6mm Eyepiece is great and will be plenty powerful. to bring out planetary detail
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I accont provide you with a catalogue number but you need a heavy dutty one. The lens is heavy and you need a stable platform to get clear pictures. Took some Moon shot using a borrowed tripod as my basic one was not useful
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Yes, you need to buy the t-ring of the type of camera you have, Canon or Nikon. and here's a bonus if you have just a regular barlow piece I've combined them in the past for even further zoom.
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Orion 2x Barlow Lens, Orion Variable Polarizer, Orion EQ-2M Single Axis Motor Drive, Orion Accessory Waist Case, Turn Left at Orion
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I'm not sure i understand. The T-adapter provides threads to attach a standard camera body to the telescope, but unless the adapter is also a barlow lens, there is no magnifying lens in that configuration. The orion USB eyepiece fits into the standard 1.25 focuser, where an eyepiece would be. If you want magnification (which you will need to get the most out of the pixels), a barlow lens is most appropriate/easiest way to do this. The orion eyepiece won't fit into a t-adapter.
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A 3 or 5x might be a bit much for that scope. A smaller 1.5 or 2x would be a better fit. All a Barlow does is increase your magnification. A 2x would double the magnification of whatever eye piece you use. Rule of thumb for maximum useable mag is 50 times the aperture. The aperture of the 127 is 5 inches. So the highest useable mag would be around 250x and that would be with perfect viewing conditions.
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Kenneth, I have an Orion XT6 that has a 1.25" rack and piñon focuser. The Barlow works well as well as all eyepieces and filters.
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I had both this barlow and the firstscope, yes it will fit and will work, but the image will be dimmer because of the way the barlow lens functions and the small aperture size of the scope. For moon gazing or other bright celestial bodies it should do nicely, but it isn't suitable for bringing into view very faraway objects that appear small and dim in the firstscope. If I remember correctly, Jupiter looked good too, but Saturn wasnt visible in my corner of the sky before I sold the little scope. Good luck!
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I'm sorry I can't be of much help as I am not familiar with your camera. As far as eyepiece, you should not need one. You place your magnifying device in the upper portion, and attach your camera to the lower. I was able to get my camera lens right up to my magnifying device. Although, I only had a cheap monoscope. Haven't tried it out with spotting scopes, but it does allow for many styles and shapes of cameras, I feel.
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Well, that all depends, what does your telescope come with? what kind of scope are you getting? I would just go out on a limb and suggest thinking about getting a decent finder scope, maybe a nice equatorial mount if you are talking about catadioptric or refractor type telescope, if you have a reflector it should come with a dobsonian mount. If you plan to take pictures think about a camera adapter. Other than that think about a nice folding chair, maybe some refreshments and a red lensed flash light will prove handy.