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Orion Observer 114mm Equatorial Reflector Telescope for Adults & Families - Quality Telescope for Astronomy Beginners to View Moon, Planets & Stars

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  • This wonderfully capable equatorial reflector telescope gives beginning stargazers an exciting look at the many jewels of the night sky
  • Its 114mm (4.5") parabolic mirror and 500mm focal length provide sharp, wide-field views of the lunar surface, Saturn's rings, and deep-sky gems like the Lagoon and Orion nebulas and the Andromeda galaxy
  • The sturdy EQ3-class equatorial mount and aluminum tripod is a big upgrade from the mounts that comparable telescopes on the market come with
  • Two quality 1.25" Plossl eyepieces are included: a 25mm for low-power views at 20x, and a 10mm for getting in tight at 50x. You also get a "red dot" finder scope.
  • Highly portable: the optical tube can be removed from the mount quickly via the dovetail mounting system and carried separately.
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Orion Observer 114mm Equatorial Reflector Telescope
Orion Observer 134mm Equatorial Reflector Telescope
Best for viewing Brighter deep sky
Optical design Reflector
Optical diameter 114mm
Focal length 500mm
Focal ratio f/4.4
Eyepieces Plossl 25.0mm,10.0mm (1.25"
Magnification with eyepieces 20x, 50
Resolving power 1.02arc*sec
Lowest useful magnification 16x
Highest useful magnification 228x
Finder scope Reflex sight
Focuser 1.25" Rack-and-pinion
Mount type Equatorial
Tripod material Aluminum
Height range of mount 37.50 in. - 69.50 in.
Weight, fully assembled 16.1 lbs

Things that can end up discouraging first-time telescope users: small aperture severely limits what you can see, a wimpy mount makes the image shaky, and cheap eyepieces make the image blurry. Well lucky for you, none of those problems apply to the Orion Observer 114mm EQ Reflector telescope.

This family friendly telescope boasts a big 114mm (4.5") parabolic primary mirror, which collects some two and a half times more light than a 60mm refractor, the most ubiquitous "starter" telescope. That means you'll see more celestial objects and in greater detail. The mirror's 500mm focal length serves up a wide field of view, delivering bright, sharp images of the lunar surface, Saturn's rings, and deep-sky denizens like the Lagoon and Orion nebulas and the Andromeda galaxy.

Unlike most similarly sized telescopes on the market, the Observer 114mm EQ Reflector includes a beefy EQ3-class equatorial mount rather than the less robust EQ1 mount. This means you'll enjoy steadier images. With its dovetail mounting saddle, you can pop the optical tube on or off quickly, for easy setup and transport. The optical tube is held in a pair of tube rings, which can be quickly loosened to allow you to rotate the tube for comfortable focuser orientation. Dual slow-motion cables let you track objects manually to keep them centered in the eyepiece.Speaking of eyepieces, two quality 1.25" Plossl eyepieces are included-another upgrade from the typical eyepieces supplied with most starter telescopes. A 25mm Plossl provides low-power views at 20x, and a 10mm gets in tight at 50x. Both eyepieces feature multi-coatings for great light transmission and are threaded for optional Orion filters. The 1.25" rack and pinion focuser lets you dial in the perfect focus. A non-magnifying "red dot" finder scope is also included to help you locate your target object.The whole setup weighs just over 16 lbs., so it's a breeze to carry out to the back yard when the stars come out.

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Customer Ratings
For beginners
4.5
3.5
4.0
4.4
4.6
Value for money
5.0
4.1
4.4
4.4
Portability
4.1
3.6
4.6
4.7
Easy to assemble
4.0
3.8
4.0
5.0
Easy to use
3.5
4.6
4.5
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focus type
Manual Focus
Manual Focus
Manual Focus
Manual Focus
Manual Focus
Manual Focus
eye piece lens
Plossl
Kellner
Kellner
Barlow
objective lens diameter
114 millimeters
76 millimeters
80 millimeters
100 millimeters
114 millimeters
telescope mount
Equatorial Mount
Equatorial Mount
Equatorial Mount
Altazimuth Mount
Altazimuth Mount
Tabletop Alt-Az
lens coating
Aluminum & Silicon Dioxide
Coated
Aluminum & Silicon Dioxide
weight
16 pounds
18.88 pounds
10 pounds
5.25 pounds
9.85 pounds

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Customer reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
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Customers say

Customers like the eyepieces and lenses that come with the telescope. They say the viewing experience is rewarding and fun. They are also happy with the value, quality, and image quality. However, some customers have reported issues with the wobbly mount and finder scope. Opinions are mixed on the build quality and ease of use.

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10 customers mention10 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the value of the telescope. They mention that it is worth the budget price, has good quality, and is an inexpensive start into the hobby. Some say that it's an awesome first telescope.

"...I am going to do that to see if it makes any difference as they are cheap and worth a try, but again, not really required to enjoy this scope...." Read more

"...But I think it's still worth the budget price. The image quality is pretty good...." Read more

"Surprisingly good quality for the price. Scope is well built with good quality optics. Included eyepieces are great...." Read more

"This is by far the best "budget" telescope on the market. Buy it before they realize they can charge more for it...." Read more

5 customers mention5 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the quality of the telescope. They mention that it gives bright and detailed views of Jupiter and Saturn. They also say that it excels in bright deep sky objects and is worth buying.

"...Overall this is a good telescope and worth buying. I would recommend to a friend" Read more

"...I was able to find Jupiter and Mars with it, and the moon is absolutely stunning when viewed through it...." Read more

"...like they are leaning towards large deep sky objects, the moon is obviously pretty good but that goes for nearly any scope, I think a Barlow is..." Read more

"...The scope excels in bright deep sky objects and the included 25mm is very comfortable to use for wide field views...." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the eyepieces and lenses that come with the telescope. They mention that they are great and crisp.

"...Scope is well built with good quality optics. Included eyepieces are great...." Read more

"...The included eyepieces are very good and the 10mm has become my main planetary lens due to the ammount of detail..." Read more

"...It’s crisp.The lenses that came with it are great, I also ordered a 6mm and a 2x Barlow...." Read more

"First scope and I did my homework. Good with eyepieces in the box, Better with upgraded 15mm and a 2X Barlow...." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers find the telescope to be fun and rewarding. They also say it's a nice telescope for new learners and has good extension.

"...with the 2X and 10mm = 5mm but big enough to make the viewing experience quite rewarding and not too high of magnification to make it impossible to..." Read more

"...It does have good extention though. A person over 6ft tall wouldn't have to break their back trying to use it. It can go over that height by far...." Read more

"...I've had it for about three weeks and this telescope has been lots of fun...." Read more

"Nice telescope for new learner..." Read more

4 customers mention4 positive0 negative

Customers are satisfied with the image quality of the telescope. They mention that it produces great images, very crisp, and clear views.

"...But I think it's still worth the budget price. The image quality is pretty good...." Read more

"...Super clear views. I bought a 2x barlow lens, laser collimator, moon filter and a 6mm lens. I seem to use the supplied 10mm the most...." Read more

"...It’s crisp.The lenses that came with it are great, I also ordered a 6mm and a 2x Barlow...." Read more

"Great images!..." Read more

9 customers mention5 positive4 negative

Customers are mixed about the build quality of the telescope. Some mention that it's well built with good quality optics, the mount and tripod are solid, and the eyepieces are good quality. However, others say that it is cheaply made and the focuser is made of plastic.

"...The fit and finish was good for the price. The base was pretty sturdy so far. Assembly went by the instructions...." Read more

"...The eyepieces are good quality, but I still recommend investing in more high quality eyepieces to expand the capabilities of the scope...." Read more

"...This one is super cheap and easily knocked out of alignment but it is workable if you just keep checking the alignment every so often...." Read more

"...Included eyepieces are great. I really have found the mount and tripod to be rather solid even at high magnification,contrary to what some other..." Read more

7 customers mention4 positive3 negative

Customers are mixed about the ease of use of the telescope. Some mention it's way easier than they think, great for beginners, and has a nice explanation about how to find north without Polaris visible. However, others say that there are no clear instructions on the manual, it'd be confusing to navigate with at first, and that the difficulty level when putting it together and using it is high.

"...It's way easier than you think...." Read more

"Instruction print out was a bit generic, and print was on the light side…However, the reviews were correct in most aspects...." Read more

"Nice price for Christmas. It is easy for new learner like me. Small Than i think. But It still easy to run." Read more

"This telescope is great for only 150 dollars, took 10 minutes to setup and it was ready to go also easy to disassemble and transport...." Read more

4 customers mention0 positive4 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the mount of the telescope. They mention that it wobbles, the finder scope is difficult to secure tightly, and there is a lot of shake when focusing. That said, some say the mount could be of higher quality.

"...But again, be warned, there is a lot of shake when focusing when go to to higher magnification that the stock 10mm eyepiece which is 65X - great for..." Read more

"...I do think the mount could be of higher quality, specifically tighter tolerances so there's no movement between components and it was a little more..." Read more

"...Lastly the included tripod isn't the best and the scope gets wobbly when focusing at high mag but its to be expected at this price...." Read more

"...Wobbly mount, but I here there are things to try, and you could buy a good mount and keep using this scope...." Read more

Reviews are correct: good value.
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Reviews are correct: good value.
Instruction print out was a bit generic, and print was on the light side…However, the reviews were correct in most aspects. The fit and finish was good for the price. The base was pretty sturdy so far. Assembly went by the instructions. Was pleasantly surprised that the spotting scope’s fit and adjustment went well. I checked the fitting surfaces for burrs and flash and found none to interfere with adjustment. I installed it with the adjustment ring screws biased to compensate for reported errors, and had to center it back more or less. I used a power pole a block or two away as a focus point to get in the ballpark- upside down and bassackwards as expected. I didn’t need any foam, shims, or washers to make it work! Didn’t have to get a new spotter as I was led to expect. The instructions also had a nice explanation about how to find north without Polaris visible. With a wall, light pollution, and Murphy or Murray in charge of cloud cover all conspiring to make alignment an adventure- that was a welcome addition. Now, I need a night that clear, no clouds, not freezing, or 🌧…Weather was great until I got the scope! See pics re spotter scope mounting & alignment.
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Instruction print out was a bit generic, and print was on the light side…
However, the reviews were correct in most aspects. The fit and finish was good for the price. The base was pretty sturdy so far. Assembly went by the instructions. Was pleasantly surprised that the spotting scope’s fit and adjustment went well. I checked the fitting surfaces for burrs and flash and found none to interfere with adjustment. I installed it with the adjustment ring screws biased to compensate for reported errors, and had to center it back more or less. I used a power pole a block or two away as a focus point to get in the ballpark- upside down and bassackwards as expected. I didn’t need any foam, shims, or washers to make it work! Didn’t have to get a new spotter as I was led to expect. The instructions also had a nice explanation about how to find north without Polaris visible. With a wall, light pollution, and Murphy or Murray in charge of cloud cover all conspiring to make alignment an adventure- that was a welcome addition. Now, I need a night that clear, no clouds, not freezing, or 🌧…

Weather was great until I got the scope! See pics re spotter scope mounting & alignment.
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Reviewed in Mexico on October 17, 2023
Si bien no es el gran telescopio, es bastante lo que ofrece por el precio, si quieres aumentar al maximo su potencia tienes que adquirir aparte un barlow 2x y algún ocular de aproximadamente 5 mm. En resumen creo que es un buen telescopio para iniciarte en la observación.
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