So we covered some nifty telescope math in Part 3, but now we come to the part of telescopes that doesn’t involve optics or optics math: The mount.
We have to confess: The most frequently asked question we get about telescope mounts is: “does the price include the mount/tripod?” (it does). But then we get asked […]
In Part 2 of our telescope FAQ series we described a little formula for telescopes where you determine the magnification you get: The telescope’s focal length divided by the eyepiece’s focal length = The Magnification.
But there are other factors to consider, such as Field of View. Field of View is how much of the […]
A telescope’s eyepieces are often one of the most underrated parts of the optical system. Many folks get caught up with aperture fever or drool over high-end apochromatic refractors while neglecting the fact that the eyepiece is almost 1/2 the optical system!
Most telescopes include 1 or 2 eyepieces. Depending on the model and the manufacturer […]
Things have been very busy lately, so we are reprinting out microscope buyer’s guide to help folks choose the right microscope for the holidays or themselves.
Spectrum Scientifics Microscope Buyers Guide
Congratulations! You’ve decided to buy a microscope! A microscope is a wonderful instrument that can fascinate kids and adults alike. With proper care, a […]
It’s a busy day and getting near the holidays, so we figured it would serve all well to reprint our Telescope Buyer’s Guide:
There are several telescope buyers guides available on the Internet, some good, some not so good. At Spectrum we are writing from our experience with customers and hope to make this simple and […]
Spectrum Scientifics Microscope Buyers Guide
Congratulations! You’ve decided to buy a microscope! A microscope is a wonderful instrument that can fascinate kids and adults alike. With proper care, a microscope can last a lifetime. But buying a microscope can be confusing for the first time buyer. There are so many different designs, it can […]
There are several telescope buyers guides available on the Internet, some good, some not so good. At Spectrum we are writing from our experience with customers and hope to make this simple and helpful.
Towards that end, the first and in some ways only rule of telescopes is:
Aperture is King!
Aperture is the diameter of the main […]
