Skywatcher usa 127mm maksutovcassegrain optical tube assembly s11520. Maksutov cassegrain optics take in 40% more light than its 127mm counterpart, which means this big mak will resolve finer detail in lunar and planetary subjects and permit exploration of a wider array of deep sky objects. It not only supports various computer software in the market, with the cooperation of asiair, it also enables precise and wireless focus control through the phone for planetary and deepsky imaging. Skywatcher maksutovcassegrain 150mm telescope s11530. With the maksutovcassegrain optical tube and sturdy equatorial mount and tripod, this kit will provide unparalleled views of the planets and upclose views of the lunar surface, including craters and maria, maks are also well suited to hunting smaller, fainter, deep sky objects such as globular clusters and planetary nebulae. Celestron cgem ii 700 7 maksutovcassegrain telescope. Deepsky objects photography galaxies, nebulae, star clusters. Ideal telescope for sharply detailed views of planets such as mars, jupiter, and saturn, as well as the moon and brighter deep sky gems. Can a maksutov newtonian do this job as good as an apochromatic refractor of similar aperture, with sharpness, high contrast and transparency. These are some of the astrophotography based applications i use on a daily base to capture and process my images. Celestron cgem ii 700 maksutovcassegrain telescope ideal for both serious planetary imagers and causal visual observers, this 7 maksutovcassegrain telescope with f15 focal ratio facilitates high contrast views of planets and lunar surface detail. Deep sky stacker this is a free and very capable piece of software for aligning, combining and performing post processing of astrophotographs from digital slr cameras. The more aperture you have, the more light you can collect.
Page 1 of 2 best use of 127 makcass posted in beginners forum no astrophotography here please read the forum description. Planetary imaging with a 90mm maksutov telescope what can you expect from a 90mm maksutov telescope when doing planetary imaging with a dedicated highspeed camera like the asi120mc. Celestron cgx 700 maksutovcassegrain is a specialized instrument for those interested in imaging at a very long focal length. This maks multicoated optics coupled with its portable altazimuth mount will have astroimagers of all levels on their way to chasing celestial objects at a great price this telescopes maksutovcassegrain optical design is ideal for highcontrast deep. When it comes to deepsky observation telescopes, aperture definitely wins. Cgem ii 700 maksutovcassegrain telescope celestron. The maks are also very portable and that makes travel and setup a lot easier too. Skyview pro 127mm maksutovcassegrain telescope orion. The new skywatcher quattro imaging newtonian with dualspeed focuser incorporates a superb mirrorset with two. Altaz mounts do show field rotation so are not suitable for long exposure astro photography deep sky stuff but i think most stacking software. Orion used 127mm maksutov starmax cloud break optics.
This cgx computerized equatorial mount and 7 mak ota combination is a cuttingedge deepsky astronomical imaging system. Celestron cgem ii 700 maksutovcassegrain telescope 12016. Skywatcher usa 127mm maksutovcassegrain optical tube. Credit its lightfolding maksutov cassegrain optical design and big 127mm 5 aperture for delivering highresolution imaging performance in a tube only 14. I know maksutov cassegraintelescopes are primarily used for planetary observing and their high focal ratio makes them less than ideal for deep sky but i just saw this guy here asking about targets for his c11 under dark skies. Maksutovcassegrains often have slower focal ratios f12 to f15, making them less well suited to deepsky imaging. Maksutovcassegrains often have slower focal ratios f12 to f15, making them. It is ideal for lunarplanetary, double star and highresolution deep sky observing. For years the maksutov design has delivered sharp, highcontrast views ideal for planetary, lunar and deep sky observing. I slapped a dslr on my childhood telescope, a 90mm maksutov cassegrain, and started off with planetary images.
Maksutovcassegrain telescopes are an alternative design to the similar. As a bonus, it offers so much aperture in a small compact size that fits comfortably on a mach1gto. Some of our customers have taken outstanding images with video. Andy, i attached my 300d to the skymax 127, i bought a reducer 6. I am looking for a high quality wide field telescope for deepsky observation. Ive got sharpcap and firecapture for planets and lunar but whats the best for deep sky. The imaging software also allows for some primitive selfguiding with an autostar telescope and proper guiding with multiple dsis. Coolpix 990 on a 6inch f6 maksutovnewtonian telescope with a 30mm eyepiece. The acclaimed deep sky imager dsi camera series is back, and its more advanced than ever.
As far as deep sky objects are concerned, the maksutov design is optimally suited for viewing fainter targets such as globular clusters and planetary nebulae. For the serious astronomer who values performance and quality optics but wants portability and easy setup, the orion starmax 127mm equatorial maksutov cassegrain telescope is ideal. Resources for astrophotography software tools, plugins, camera. Pixinsight is a software application available for windows, macos and linux specifically developed to solve the problems we typically find in deepsky images. Deep sky object astrophotography using a 90mm maksutov telescope. Like its predecessor, this telescope was developed for those desiring a nocompromise highpower instrument for a wide variety of visual and imaging needs. Credit its lightfolding maksutovcassegrain optical design and big 127mm 5 aperture for delivering highresolution imaging performance in a tube only 14. In this video i go over the astrophotography equipment i use for deep sky imaging with a dslr camera and telescope. The combination of this makcass optical tube and robust equatorial mount and tripod enables unmatched closeup views of the moons landscape, including craters and maria, as well. Deep sky imaging with a 127 mak imaging discussion. That is the domain of longexposure prime focus astrophotography, which is discussed a bit later see next page. Autostar suite meade skycapture imaging software other starlock software meade. Welcome to the mother of all deep sky image processing applications. The meade lx65 5inch f15 maksutov cassegrain yields highcontrast, pinpoint star images ideal for lunar, planetary and deep sky imaging.
For the serious astronomer who values performance and quality optics but wants portability and easy setup, the orion starmax 127mm equatorial maksutovcassegrain telescope is ideal. A wellbuilt makcass can be an excellent telescope, but they are primarily intended more for visual use or planetary imaging and not so much for deep sky photography. The refractor has a f12 focal ratio and a 1800 mm focal length. Maksutovcassegrains are out of the question due to their superlong focal ratios. This maks multicoated optics coupled with its portable altazimuth mount will have astroimagers of all levels on their way to chasing celestial objects at a great price. Scts tend to be better suited to deepsky imaging, making them a. While this is also a fine instrument for visual observation of the moon, planets and brighter deep space objects, the cgx mount is more appropriate for imaging applications. Having the right tools can help you produce better images, and save time during processing. Orion 150mm maksutov cassegrain telescope optical tube. I have been using the deep sky imager pro iii as part. Pixinsight is a software application available for windows, macos and linux specifically developed to solve the problems we typically find in deep sky images. In this article, well mostly be covering deepsky astrophotography, which is what. Combined with the 700 mak, it is a stateoftheart deepsky astronomical imaging system.
For the astronomer looking for a small, lightweight alternative to refractors, the skywatcher usa line of maksutov telescopes provides the answer. Highresolution imaging and visual performance in a telescope only 14. Meade deep sky imager rgb colour filter set for use with deep sky cameras. A wellbuilt makcass can be an excellent telescope, but they are primarily intended more for visual use or planetary imaging and not so much for deepsky photography. Quattro imaging newtonian telescopes camera concepts. Advanced comafree acf maksutovcassegrain newtonian reflector apochromatic refractor apo refractor optical. The maksutovcassegrain optical design is a favorite for both terrestrial and celestial use. Hi guys, this was my fisrt time using the little asi 120mm for deep sky stuff, inspired by emil kraikaamps work with lucky imaging i decided to give it a go from my urban back yard with the 300mm newtonian and eq6, these are m51 and m66 galaxies shoot with 5. Starmax 127mm equatorial maksutovcass telescope orion. Orion starmax 127mm equatorial maksutovcassegrain telescope. Meade skycapture imaging software software downloads.
The snag with that is the 330d has a big chip and there was quite a bit of vignetting. Hyperbolic astrographs offer extremely fast optical systems as fast as f2. Orion 150mm maksutovcassegrain telescope optical tube. With the maksutov cassegrain optical tube and sturdy equatorial mount and tripod, this kit will provide unparalleled views of the planets and upclose views of the lunar surface, including craters and maria, maks are also well suited to hunting smaller, fainter, deep sky objects such as globular clusters and planetary nebulae. The cgx is the culmination of celestron engineers decades of experience in equatorial mount design, incorporating feedback from imagers worldwide. Skywatcher usa 127mm maksutovcassegrain optical tube assembly. Welcome to the mother of all deepsky image processing applications. For stacking you need a software program, and for almost everything thats. Camera connection and operation and software if youre shooting tethered.
Celestron cgx 700 maksutovcassegrain telescope 12049. My very first attempt at capturing an object outside the solar system happened in august 2018. Best telescopes for astrophotography 2020 by expert. For the astronomer looking for a small, lightweight alternative to refractors, the sky watcher usa line of maksutov telescopes provides the answer. It seems the the sky watcher star adventurer is one of the most popular tracking mounts on the market at the moment, with its affordable price, small compact size and ease of use, new and more advanced astrophotographers seem to be purchasing this mount. Beginners may find the information about this basic setup useful, especially if y. Eaf electronic automatic focuser is the latest innovation from the engineers at zwo. Sky watcher usa 127mm maksutov cassegrain optical tube assembly s11520. Although reasonably popular in small sizes, large maksutov cassegrains are fairly uncommon. Maksutovs the maksutov optical system design is similar to a schmidt cassegrain in that it. This cgx computerized equatorial mount and 7 mak ota combination is a cuttingedge deep sky astronomical imaging system. The imager uses convection cooling, and as such may be noisier than other imagers from competitors, but no one comes close to the low price of this imager.
A world leader in the manufacturing of telescopes, solar telescopes, microscopes, optics, binoculars, for amateur astronomers and hobbyists. It not only supports various computer software in the market, with the cooperation of asiair, it also enables precise and wireless focus control through the phone for planetary and deep sky imaging. Jul 30, 2018 planetary imaging with a 90mm maksutov telescope what can you expect from a 90mm maksutov telescope when doing planetary imaging with a dedicated highspeed camera like the asi120mc. And the maksutovcassegrain optical design produces larger images with less eyepiece magnification than other telescopes. This larger aperture model is sure to impress with plenty of light gathering ability. Ideal maksutovcassegrain telescope for obtaining sharply detailed views of planets such as mars, jupiter, and saturn, as well as the moon and brighter deep sky gems. Deep sky often called deep space means photographing objects like nebulae, galaxies, and star clusters. The best thing about this software is that its free, and amazingly capable for something that is free. As far as i know, aries is now concentrated on medium to large sized apochromatic refractors. There are many different types of astrophotography, from wideangle milky way photography, to high magnification planetary imaging, to deep sky astrophotography through a telescope or camera lens. Let us help you find the best telescope for deepsky viewing that will help you see all these faint fuzzies, as well as suit your lifestyle. Image of the moon taken with a camera for astrophotography. The deep sky imager rgb colour filter set comes with high quality red, green, and blue interference filters plus an infrared ir blocking filter. Although reasonably popular in small sizes, large maksutovcassegrains are fairly uncommon.
Its the perfect combination of brightness, contrast, and definition for planets, close doublestars, clusters, and welldefined deepsky targets. Thoughts on the skywatche 127 mak for astrophotography getting. A stellarvue 1x reflex finder is mounted on the telescope handel. Have a look for a little bit of software on the net called ccdcalc itll work out your field of view thatll give you an idea of what.
This telescope can also be used for deep sky imaging of deep sky objects such as galaxies with a ccd camera or your dslr. Celestron cgem ii 700 maksutov cassegrain telescope. Maximum light transmission ensured by premium celestro. Apr 30, 2014 ive got sharpcap and firecapture for planets and lunar but whats the best for deep sky. Celestron cgx 700, 7 maksutov cassegrain telescope 12049. Celestron cgx 700 maksutov cassegrain telescope camera. Astronomy deep sky stacking software rogers website. Telescopes are designed to gather light and bring it to focus so that the image can be examined in. I can say from experience, this is one of the best affordable mounts sky watcher have to offer. The cgx represents the culmination of equatorial mount design experience acquired over decades by celestron engineers, as well as input from imagers all around the globe. Hey peepshas anyone created any deep sky images with a skywatchercelestron 127 mak. The cgem ii, with its 40 lbs load capacity, is the latest update to the venerable cgem mount and provides a sturdy and rigid platform. Do you want to do highresolution work, or widefield astrophotography.
Maksutovs the maksutov optical system design is similar to a schmidt cassegrain in that it uses. Maksutovcassegrain optics take in 40% more light than its 127mm counterpart, which means this big mak will resolve finer detail in lunar and planetary subjects and permit exploration of a wider array of deepsky objects. Maksutov cassegrains can provide excellent images, but the fratio is usually too slow to use for deep sky astrophotography. The maksutov cassegrain optical design is a favorite for both terrestrial and celestial use. Some of our customers have taken outstanding images with video cameras and eyepieces attached to our maksutov telescopes.
Nikon coolpix 990 digital camera with orion argonaut. The maksutov design is particularly well suited for video imaging due to its longer inherent focal length and excellent high contrast optics. We believe that it will greatly help with astrophotography. While a course on everything pixinsight can do would require a lengthy book, i will guide you through the. Cannot get apt to work and backyard eos is fine with my canon. Orion sirius eqg goto 180mm maksutovcassegrain telescope. Software for deepsky astrophotography astrobackyard. Let us help you find the best telescope for deepsky viewing that will help you see. Celestron cgx 700 maksutovcassegrain telescope this 7 f15 maksutovcassegrain telescope enables high contrast lunar and planetary views ideal for both planetary imaging and visual applications. Celestron cgx 700 maksutov cassegrain is a specialized instrument for those interested in imaging at a very long focal length. The meade lx65 5inch f15 maksutovcassegrain yields highcontrast, pinpoint star images ideal for lunar, planetary and deep sky imaging.
M51 and m66 with asi 120mm lucky imaging imaging deep. This maks multicoated optics coupled with its portable altazimuth mount will have astroimagers of all levels on their way. May 03, 2016 hi guys, this was my fisrt time using the little asi 120mm for deep sky stuff, inspired by emil kraikaamps work with lucky imaging i decided to give it a go from my urban back yard with the 300mm newtonian and eq6, these are m51 and m66 galaxies shoot with 5 sec. This video shows what you can achieve with a basic mount and a 90mm.
The maksutov corrector lens is easier to manufacture than the schmidt corrector, but is much thicker and therefore requires a longer cooldown time, especially in larger sizes 7. Upgrade your monochrome black and white ccd imager for colour imaging. I know maksutovcassegraintelescopes are primarily used for planetary observing and their high focal ratio makes them less than ideal for deep sky but i just saw this guy here asking about targets for his c11 under dark skies. Deep sky astrophotography dslr primer what youll need. Equipped with a 16mp panasonic cmos image sensor, regulated twostage thermoelectric cooler, and 3. It is ideal for lunarplanetary, double star and highresolution deepsky observing. Celestrons premium starbright xlt coatings ensure maximum light transmission. The cgx is an incredibly sturdy equatorial mount which rigidly supports the 700 mak. Are you thinking deepsky astrophotography is where you want to point your. Imaging of dim nebulae requires long exposures with sensitive cameras and highly accurate tracking. I have listed many of the software applications i use on a daily basis for capturing and processing deepsky astrophotography images.
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