Celestron – 1.25” Eyepiece and Filter Accessory Kit – 14 Piece Telescope Accessory Set – Plossl Telescope Eyepiece – Barlow Lens – Colored Filters – Moon Filter – Sturdy Metal Carry Case

This set has been in my possession and use for many years. It comes with a set of beginner eye pieces as well as a Barlow to help you learn what magnifications show what. The 32mm Plossl isn't bad, the 17mm is acceptable, and the 13mm is acceptable. Looking through pinholes is what the 8 and 6 feel like. The Barlow adds color (which isn't a good thing), but it's usable otherwise. Don't bother if you need to wear glasses. Even though I don't wear glasses, I had a difficult time, and the filters were largely ineffective. Although the box is attractive, if I could go back in time and tell myself what to buy all those years ago, I would have chosen a zoom eyepiece and a barlow instead. It would have been significantly less expensive and far more useful for a novice. Overall, the set isn't bad, but there are better options for the same price.

Armani Keith

| Sep 13, 2021

These are high-quality Plossl eyepieces with four elements. You'll never need more than the filters available. I hadn't used my telescope in quite some time and had misplaced the eyepieces, so I purchased this set. It was fortunate that these eyepieces were of higher quality than the ones I had previously. br>br>A pair of Plossl eyepieces costs about $40. 00 each, and the Barlow is around the same price, so 5 eyepieces and a Barlow would cost about $240 if purchased separately. The cost of filters varies greatly depending on their quality. A set of six Orion filters for $120 was the cheapest I could find. Don't forget the padded case, which will set you back around $50. 00, bringing the total cost to $410. While this set offers a significant discount, the advertised value is over $700. 00 is exaggerated to the point of absurdity. A $280, on the other hand. Even if you save 00, it's still a good deal. br>br>Magnification is calculated by dividing the focal length of the Mirror (reflector) or Primary lens (refractor) by the focal length of the eyepiece for the beginner. My telescope, for instance, has a focal length of 1,000 mm (1 inch = 25. With a 32 mm eyepiece, I get 1,000/32 = 31x magnification. Ideal for viewing nebulae such as those found in Orion. The 6 mm lens provides 167x magnification, and the Barlow doubles that to 334, which is ideal for studying Mars (assuming the planetwide dust storm clears). br>br>To enhance your experience, I recommend purchasing these additional items. br>br>1) Because I use a medium-sized refractor for most of my observations, a diagonal prism is almost necessary for ease of viewing. Because of the position of the eyepiece, reflectors do not require diagonals. "Meade Instruments 918A 1" is the model I got. 25- Prism with a diameter of one inch. " for only $29. Here's how to get there: If you live in an area with many street lights, you'll need a light pollution filter. There are some that are quite pricey, but I went with the "Gosky 1. " For $19, you can get a "25 Inch Light Pollution Filter for Telescope. " Here's how to get there: Higher magnification is possible with the addition of a 4mm eyepiece. The 4 mm eyepiece is usually included in complete eyepiece sets, so I was surprised to find it missing from this one. Whatever the case may be, the set is still fantastic. "Celestron Omni Series 1-" was the item that I purchased. For $23, you can get a "quarter 4MM eyepiece. " Here's how to get there: Extra pieces can be added to the case through slots cut out in the foam liner. The extra filter, eyepiece, and diagonal can all be stored in the case by using the cutouts. I took the foam out of the filter area to store the extra filter, and it turned out to be the perfect length to use as a spacer between the diagonal and the extra eyepiece (which has yet to arrive). The foam that you remove from the large cutout area can always be cut; it was just nice to have the perfect fit. Everything fits together nicely, as you can see in the photo (which Amazon rotated 90 degrees). br>br>This is the ideal set for amateur astronomers who don't want to take out a mortgage to buy astronomy gear. Because it's Celestron, you know it'll be of high quality.

Mohammed Carver

| Jan 29, 2021

In addition, I've tested and reviewed telescopes, accessories, and eyepieces for major manufacturers, so I'm confident in my knowledge of what to look for and recommend. There's good stuff and bad stuff out there, and it's not always easy for newcomers to tell the difference without using the item or finding a reliable report on it. br>br>First and foremost, please understand that a "lens" is the glass on the business-card camera. The optic on your CAMERA, or the end of a refractor telescope. An "EYEPIECE" is a piece of equipment that attaches to a telescope. There is no such thing as a "lens. " Secondly, any "set" of eyepieces will be 90 percent useless in most cases. Because most of the set's higher-powered eyepieces will only be used once or twice, this is the case. Until you realize that high powers on a telescope are only useful if you're in a VERY DARK LOCATION with nearly perfect sky conditions (a very rare combination!). br>br>All of these eyepieces are 4-inch. Plossl's element - a very old and very basic design, but one that has stood the test of time and-true in terms of general observation The 32mm is the best of the bunch, and it'll probably be the one you use the most. br>br>The 2X Barlow is of average quality, but it can come in handy - It will convert a 32mm to a 16mm without causing any damage to the eyes. (If you wear glasses, this is a good thing. ) If you plan on doing any lunar observing, the Moon filter is a must-have. Only one or two of the color filters will come in handy. br>br>So we've got one good eyepiece, a 2X Barlow, a Moon filter, and one or two color filters - Which you could get for a lot less money if you bought them separately. And if you shop wisely, you can find a high-quality item. a 2X Barlow and a high-quality 32mm Plossl - For instance, Televue is a hand-held device. The absolute best production optics on the market! They're usually pricier, but they're well worth it. br>br>Celestron is a fantastic telescope manufacturer! My 6SE is an incredible piece of equipment with World Class optics. However, I supplement it with World Class quality eyepieces, and the results are fantastic. br>[NOTE]: If you are looking for a unique way to express yourself, try using the words " These aren't Celestron's "Feature" eyepieces - they're not even close. They're their "accessory" eyepieces, and like Meade's accessory EP's, they're of average quality and usually overpriced, as are most Meade/Celestron accessories. br>br>My advice is to save up for a Televue 32mm or 25mm Plossl ($110 to $135 online) and 2X Barlow ($115), as well as a Moon filter ($15 online from a reputable dealer (Orion offers an excellent Moon filter [05662] that I've been using since 1997). It will all add up to a little more money, but you will find that you will use them. br>br>[NOTE]: If you are looking for a unique way to express yourself, try using the words "innovative" and Color is something I don't use very often. filters. But the Orion 80A and 82A are the ones I use. For general observing, you won't require much more. br>br>[TIP]: If you are looking for a unique way to express yourself, try using the words "innovative" and Eyepieces are best stored and transported in "Eyepiece Canisters" - a screw in clear poly top containers designed specifically for this use They're available for purchase on the internet (I get mine from Oceanside Photo). For $2 to $3 each, you can get a telescope. Put everything, including your red flashlight, dew heaters, gloves, and Lance crackers, in a backpack or travel bag. A lot less difficult! Better yet, I use a MidwayUSA shooter's range bag. They have external zippered pockets and internal compartments that are both spacious. They're also thickly cushioned. Perfect!! Celestron Accessory Kitbr>NOT RECOMMENDEDbr>2 Starsbr>br>.

Dakota McMillan

| Mar 03, 2021