The classic Newtonian reflector telescope, named after its inventor Isaac Newton, has been available on the market in this size and design for over three decades and has proven itself time and again. With an aperture of 114 mm, this telescope is significantly more light-sensitive than refracting telescopes in the same price range and is therefore preferred by beginners.
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Our expert comment:
The 114/900mm EQ-1 telescope has good quality optics for its price category. Although the mirror is spherical, with an aperture ratio of 1:7.9 this is no problem at all in this case. The mount can only be used for visual observing with an instrument of this size. Astrophotography makes no sense with it, even if some less than reputable vendors sometimes claim the contrary.
Please note that similar telescopes are advertised in many places with magnifications of over 300X or even 600X. Theoretically, any telescope can reach these magnifications. But you will not be able to see anything! The maximum useful magnification of this type of telescope is about 230X for objects still to be sharply imaged.
This telescope definitely provides the best value for money of all telescopes of this price range. But if you want to invest a little more, we recommend the Omegon 130/920 EQ-2 with a larger aperture and a more stable mount.
(Dominik Schwarz)
