N 130/650: Light machine for beginners – out into the nebulae
Your first step into deep space: the Omegon Horizon N 130/650 is not just a telescope – it is a little light machine. With its parabolic 130 mm mirrors, it collects so much light that you can even venture beyond the solar system. Observe the delicate structures of gas nebulae and countless stars in distant clusters. This telescope shows you what is possible with a beginner's instrument and will certainly accompany you for a long time.
Advantages at a glance:
- Brighter images: The 130 mm mirrors collect over 30% more light than a 114 mm telescope.
- Sharp imaging: The parabolic primary mirror delivers excellent image quality without the blurring of simple spherical mirrors.
- An allround telescope: Moon, planets or even the highlights of the great nebulae? This telescope can do it all.
- Precise focusing without play: The high-quality Crayford focuser with 1.25-inch adaptors ensures exact sharpness.
- Stable hold: the tube clamps and Vixen-style prism rail ensure a secure and low-vibration connection to your mount.
Larger aperture, more of the universe
At 130mm, this telescope is one of the larger models in the entry-level range. What does that mean for you? With this instrument, you’ll gather 30 per cent more light than with a 114mm telescope and even more than twice as much as with a 90mm telescope. This increase in light makes all the difference when conducting observation of fainter objects. Suddenly, you’ll recognise the dumbbell shape in the Dumbbell Nebula (M27), or you’ll see the globular cluster M13 with some stars already breaking away from its spherical shape. You’re bound to let out the odd ‘ahh’ and ‘ohh’. With a 130mm aperture, the journey begins – off into the depths of space.
The sharpness of a parabolic mirror
The aperture alone is of no use if the quality of the optics isn’t up to scratch. That’s why the Omegon N 130/650 is fitted with a precision-machined parabolic primary mirror. Unlike the simple spherical mirrors often found in this price range, a parabolic mirror focuses the light perfectly onto a single point. The result is impressive image sharpness and high contrast across the entire field of view. You’ll be amazed at how fine and clear the details on the Moon and the Planets appear, and how sharply the stars are reproduced.
From wide-field views to planets
Its compact yet adequate size makes this telescope a true all-rounder for beginners and casual observers. It is short enough to allow for impressive observations of extensive star clusters and nebulae. At the same time, with the right eyepieces, it is capable of achieving high magnifications for detailed observation of the Moon and planets. Whether you’re exploring the Milky Way or looking for Jupiter and its planets: it works a treat!
A classic with a future
Gazing at the starry sky is wonderful. But exploring it yourself is even better. If you’re looking to get started in astronomy without compromising on stability, you’ve come to the right place. For your first attempts and to learn how to find your way around the night sky, the mount is operated manually in the traditional way and the object is centred using the flexible shafts. If you want the convenience of a GoTo control system, you can later upgrade this mount to a fully GoTo-capable mount using the optional upgrade kit – the high-quality mechanics with the necessary precision are already included in the basic version. This allows you to start exploring the starry sky straight away, from Saturn to distant nebulae. You can rely completely on your mount. The high-quality basic mount and a sturdy steel tripod are included. What’s behind this?
Advantages at a glance
- Pure observation: A stable base for relaxing nights of stargazing.
- Stable footing: The 40 mm steel tripod ensures a secure footing, even on uneven ground.
- 8 kg load capacity: Ideal for small and medium-sized telescopes.
A stable base for every observation
The best telescope is only as good as the mount behind it. It forms the basis of your entire setup. It determines just how stable your equipment really is. The mount can support up to 8 kilograms, making it ideal for small and medium-sized telescopes. Whether you’re observing the Moon, tracking planets or making your first deep-sky observations. Today you’re looking through the eyepiece. Tomorrow you’ll be retrofitting motors and getting started with your first astrophotography project.
The astronomer’s style: simple or high-tech
Tonight, you just want to observe the Moon. On other nights, you’ll be drawn out to deep-sky objects: perhaps the Orion Nebula or galaxies. And then there’s astrophotography, of course. The mount makes both possible: relaxing nights of observation completely without electricity or motors, and a gateway into astrophotography with the optional upgrade kit.
One decision, but years of enjoyment
Ask ten experienced amateur astronomers where you shouldn’t skimp. Nine of them would reply: the mount. Because it determines whether your telescope tracks smoothly and the objects don’t dance around in the eyepiece at the slightest breeze. The EQ370 is suitable for small and medium-sized telescopes and offers a comfortable introduction with the option of computer-assisted sky observation and astrophotography. You buy it once and enjoy observing for years to come.
